Mazda 6 Service Manual: Towing hooks
Caution
- The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (to get the vehicle out of a ditch or a snow bank, for example).
- When using the towing hooks, always pull the cable or chain in a straight direction with respect to the hook. Apply no sideways force.
FRONT
1. Remove the towing eyelet and the lug wrench from the trunk.
2. Wrap a screwdriver or similar tool with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the painted bumper and open the cap located on the front bumper, below the left headlight.
Caution
- The cap cannot be completely removed. Do not use excessive force as it may damage the cap or scratch the painted bumper surface.
3. Securely install the towing eyelet using the lug wrench.
4. Hook the towing rope to the towing eyelet.
Caution
- If the towing eyelet is not securely tightened, it may loosen or disengage from the bumper when towing the vehicle. Make sure that the towing eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper.
REAR
Towing
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle should have its front wheels off the ground. If
excessi ...
Identification number locations
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(VIN)
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
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Note
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2. Measure the resistance between the MAF/IAT sensor terminals D and E using
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WARNING
Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly, releasing the accelerator
pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance
returns to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping
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