1. Measure the temperature around the water temperature sensor.
2. Measure the resistance between terminals of the water temperature sensor.

Water temperature sensor removal/installation
Refrigerant pressure switch removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Technical data
ENGINE
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Note
The maintenance intervals on scheduled maintenance table (See
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE) can only be supported by the use of following
oils.
Recommended engine oil
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire.
Steering becomes difficult.
The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively.
The vehicle pulls in one direction.
If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road
and out of the way of tr ...