Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Mazda recommends these shift points:

For cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points:

Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade
, downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed. On a steep downgrade
, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life.
Gear Shift Indicator (GSI)Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Rear brake (disc) removal/installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. After installation, depress the pedal several times, rotate the wheel by
hand, and verify that the brake does not drag.
Disc Pad Installation Note
1. Turn the manual adjustment gear counterclockwi ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Selector lever inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF).
2. With the brake pedal depressed, verify that there is a "click" at each
range when shifted.
3. Verify that the selector lever can be shifted.
4. Verify that there is a "click" at each position when shifted from P
position to L range.
5. Ver ...