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Smart Start Guide
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Key
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Key
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the trunk.
Unlock
• Push once
to unlock
driver’s doors.
• Push twice
(within three
seconds) to
unlock all doors.
Panic Alarm
• Push for one
second or more
to activate alarm.
• Push Lock,
Unlock, Trunk
or Panic Alarm to
turn alarm off.
Retractable Key
Trunk
• Push and hold to open trunk.
Release Button
• Push to extend key.
• Push & fold to retract key.
Lock
• Push once to
lock all doors.
• Push twice
(within ve
seconds) for horn
sound verication
that both doors
are locked.
Advanced Key
Lock
Unlock
Tru nk
Panic Alarm
ADVANCED KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM
• Thissystemallowsyoutolock/
unlock the doors, open the trunk
lid and start the engine without
taking the key out.
While Carrying the
Advanced Key…
• Unlock the driver’s door by
gently grasping and pulling the
door handle after the beep sound
is heard. The sensor on the back
side of the door handle will sense
the motion of your hand and unlock
the door.
NOTE: If the door handle is pulled too
quickly (before door is unlocked), the door
may not open. Pull the door handle again
to open .
• Unlock all doors by pushing
the inner door lock switch after
opening the driver’s door.
• Unlock/Open the trunk by
pushing the trunk request switch.
•
Lock all doors by pushing the
driver’s door or passenger door
request switch once.
Genuine Mazda Accessory
Remote Start is available at
your Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Trunk Request Switch
Driver’s Door Request Switch
Sensor (back of handle)
Auxiliary Key
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Engine Ready to
Start Indicator Light
ACC
Indicator
Light
Ignition ON
Indicator
Light
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Key
STARTING THE ENGINE
While Carrying the Advanced Key…
• Start the enginebypushingtheSTART/STOPbutton,while
pushing the clutch pedal (manual transmission) or the brake pedal
(automatic transmission).
• Shut the engine OFFbypushingtheSTART/STOPbuttonagain.
• Activate Accessories (ACC)bypushingtheSTART/STOPbutton
once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
• The key indicator light will show GREEN when the advanced key
is detected and the brake pedal is pushed. The engine is ready to start.
The indicator ashes RED (for 3 seconds) when the key is not detected
or if the advanced keyless transmitter battery is dead. If illuminated
RED, the push button start may not start the engine, unless the
auxiliary key is used.
NOTE:
• Engine Stop
ContinuouslypushingtheSTART/STOPbuttonwhiletheengineisrunningwill
turntheengineOFF.Useonlyincaseofanemergency.
• Vehicle Entry/Engine Start
If the advanced key cannot be used due to a malfunction or dead advanced key
battery,usetheauxiliarykeytolock/unlockthedoorsandtostarttheengine.
GENUINE MAZDA ACCESSORIES
Genuine Mazda Accessories are built to the same standards of quality as
your Mazda. That means they t right, work right, and look great. Choose
from a wide range of interior and exterior accessories to make your
Mazda6 t your personality and lifestyle. After all, you are what you drive.
Personalize your Mazda6 with the following Genuine Mazda Accessories:
• 3.5mmAudioCable
• All-WeatherFloorMats
• Auto-Dimming 
 RearviewMirror
 withCompass
 andHomeLink
®
• Bluetooth
®
CarKit
 byMotorola
• CarCover
• CarCoverCableLock
• CargoMat
• CargoNet
• CargoTray
• DoorSillTrimPlates
• FirstAidKit
• FogLights
• FrontMask
• Fuel-FillerDoor
• iPod
®
Integration
• LicensePlateFrames
• Moonroof
 WindDeector
• PortableNavigation
 DevicesbyGarmin
®
• RearBumperGuard
• RemoteEngineStart
• Roadside
 AssistanceKit
• SiriusXM
®
• SplashGuards
(FrontandRear)
• Spoiler
• Touch-upPaint
• WheelLocks
• WindshieldSunscreen
With the Auxiliary Key…
1To start engine, locate the key slot cover on the steering column and
remove the cover.
2Inserttheauxiliarykeyintothekeyslot,thenpushtheSTART/STOP
buttonwiththeclutchpedal(M/T)orthebrakepedal(A/T)pusheddown
to start the engine.
Key Release
Auxiliary Key
(for opening the doors
and starting the engine)
Advanced Key (Rear)
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Fuel Door Release
(located on oor next to driver’s seat)
To open, pull the remote fuel
door release.
NOTE:Fuelrequirement87Octane.
Fuel Door
To avoid scratching the paint
during refueling, secure the fuel
ller cap tether over the hook
as shown.
Genuine Mazda Accessory
Chrome or Pearl Satin
Finish Fuel Filler doors
are available at your
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Seats
ELECTRONICALLY OPERATED DRIVER SEAT CONTROLS
Slide/Tilt Switch
Seat can be moved back and forth, raised,
lowered, or tilted with this control.
Lumbar Adjustment
Rotate clockwise to
increase support and
counterclockwise to
decrease support.
Recline Switch
Push forward or backward
to adjust seatback angle.
Memory Seat Switch
To Program the Driver’s Seat Position
1Park vehicle.
2 Adjustseattodesiredpositionusingtheslide/tiltandreclineswitches.
3While pushing the memory seat SET button, push one of the three
programming buttons until a beep is heard. Programming is now
complete. Program the remaining two buttons as desired.
NOTE:Youcanalsoprogramoneseatpositionforeachadvancedkey/retractable
typekeyusedwiththevehicle.SeeOwner’sManualforprogramminginstructions.
To Move the Seat to a Programmed Position
 •  With driver’s door OPEN and ignition OFF, push and release one
of the programmed buttons (1, 2, or 3) when entering the vehicle.
OR
 •  With driver’s door CLOSED and ignition ON, push and hold one of
the programmed buttons (1, 2, or 3).
NOTE:MemoryseatfunctionsDONOToperatewhendriver’sdoorisOPENand
ignitionisON,whendriver’sdoorisCLOSEDandignitionisOFF,orwhenthevehicle
is in motion.
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Driver’s View (shown with optional
7 8
Navigation System)
LIGHTING/TURN SIGNALS
(P. 11)
WIPER/
WASHER
(P. 12)
BLUETOOTH®
HANDS-FREE/
AUDIO (P. 29 )
CRUISE
CONTROL/
BLUETOOTH®
TCS/DSC OFF
Traction Control System
Dynamic Stability Control
HEADLIGHT
LEVELING
(P. 11)
TRUNK
RELEASE
BSM OFF
Blind Spot
Monitoring
(P. 17 )
TILT/TELESCOPIC
STEERING WHEEL
LEVER
HAZARD
WARNING
INFORMATION
DISPL AY
(PP. 16, 20)
AUDIO SYSTEM
WITHOUT NAVIGATION
(PP. 21-2 2)
CLIMATE
CONTROL
( PP. 1 9 -2 0 )
Video available at MyMazda.com
AUDIO SYSTEM
WITHOUT NAVIGATION
( PP. 2 3 - 2 4)
PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR1
AUDIO SYSTEM WITH
NAVIGATION
( PP. 2 5 - 2 8)
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Thisindicatorlightilluminatestoremindyouthatthefrontpassenger’sfront/sideairbagsandseatbelt
pretensioner will not deploy during a collision. The reason for this is that the weight in the seat is less
than approximately 66 lbs. Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seats in
appropriatechildrestraints.SeetheOwner’sManualforimportantinformationonthissafetyfeature.
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INFO
BUTTON
CLOCK
(PP. 21, 22)
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Instrument Cluster
9 10
FUEL GAUGE TACHOMETERINSTRUMENT
CLUSTER DIMMER1
AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE2
GLOSSARY OF WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
NOTE: SeeOwner’sManualformoredetailsandexplanations.
SPEEDOMETER ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
TRIP METER
SELECTOR2, 3
ODOMETER/
TRIP METER
SHIFT LEVER
POSITION
INDICATOR
1Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster and other dashboard illuminations.
2TochangeambienttemperaturebetweenCelsiusandFahrenheit,pushtripmeterselectortwicefrom
Trip A (or once from Trip B) to change to Temperature Mode. Push and hold trip meter selector for
1 second until temperature reading begins ashing and the change occurs. To return back to Trip Mode,
push trip meter selector once (or wait 3 seconds after releasing trip meter selector or turn ignition off).
3Push to toggle between trip meter (A & B). When a trip meter is selected, push and hold to reset to
zero miles.
NOTE: Lowambienttemperatureand/orhighaltitudecausestirepressurestodrop
and may turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, check the tire
pressure and ll the tires as soon as possible, preferably before moving the vehicle
and warming up the tires. Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold.
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The instrument cluster has a dimmer function that can be
cancelled to make the illumination brighter during the
day when the headlights are on. If the illumination
is too dim during the day, press the knob, or if
the illumination does not dim when turning
on the headlights at night, press the knob.
When dimmed, rotate the knob to adjust
the brightness of the illumination.
Low Fuel Level
KEY Warning RED
Advanced key not detected or
advanced key battery is dead
KEY Detected (engine ready
to start) GREEN
On:Advancedkeydetected;engine
is ready to start.
Flashing:Advancedkeybatteryislow.
Check Fuel Cap
Electronic Steering Lock
Lights On (Exterior)
Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
(TPMS) Warning Light
On/WarningBeep:Lowtirepressure
in one or more tires.
Flashing:TPMSMalfunction
BSM
OFF
BSM OFF
(Blind Spot Monitoring)
OFF DSC OFF
(Dynamic Stability Control)
Charging System
Malfunction
Powertrain Malfunction/
Reduced Power
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) Malfunction
Check Engine Light
Brake Warning Light
Parkingbrakeon/lowbrake
uid/malfunction
Turn Signal/Hazard
Warning Indicator Lights
Automatic Transmission
Malfunction
Headlight High Beams On
Traction Control System
(TCS)/Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC)
On:TCS/DSCmalfunction
Flashing:TCS/DSCoperating
Shift Lever Position
Indicator
Airbag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System
Malfunction
Low Engine Oil Pressure
Security Indicator Light
Door-Ajar
Seat Belt
Unbuckled/Malfunction
Cruise Main Indicator
Light On (AMBER)/
Cruise Set Indicator
Light On (GREEN)
Low Washer Fluid Level
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WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER
Pull
to Flash
High Beams
AUTO:The rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall and turns
the wipers on or off. Rotate inner ring away from you (clockwise) for
less sensitivity (requires more rain to turn wipers on) and toward you
(counterclockwise) for more sensitivity (requires less rain to turn wipers on).
1
2
3
HI
LO
AUTO
OFF
MIST
CAUTION:WhentheignitionisON,turntheAUTOwipersOFFwhen
going through a car wash, or while cleaning or touching the windshield.
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NOTE:VehiclesnotequippedwithAUTO
wiperswillhaveINTwipers.SetthelevertoINT
and choose an interval timing by rotating the
ring between fast and slow.
Pull lever to dispense
windshield washer uid
More sensitive
Less sensitive
HEADLIGHT LEVELING
Adjust headlight
angle with headlight
leveling switch
depending on vehicle
passengers & load
(example:Driveronly
= 0, Driver + Passengers = 1 or
2,etc.).RefertoyourOwner’s
Manual for complete details.
LIGHTING CONTROL/TURN SIGNAL LEVER
AUTO:The light sensor
automatically determines
when to turn the headlights
on or off.
:Turns tail, parking, dashboard,
and headlights on.
:Turns fog lights
on only when
headlights
are on.
:Turns tail,
parking, and
dashboard
lights on.
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AUTO-DIMMING MIRRORS AND HOMELINK®
 • Auto-dimmingautomaticallydarkensyour
rearview mirror and driver side door mirror
to reduce headlight glare from the vehicles
behind you.
 • Auto-dimmingisactivatedeverytimethe
vehicle is started.
NOTE:
• The driver side door mirror will appear to have a halo, or ring, around the outer
edge of the mirror surface. This is actually the electrical circuitry that allows the
mirror to dim. This is normal operation of the mirror.
• Inadditiontotheauto-dimmingmirror’srearlightsensor,thereisalsoa
front light sensor (not shown). Do not place or hang any objects over the
frontorrearmirrorlightsensors;otherwise,theauto-dimmingmirrorswill
not operate properly.
HomeLink®
 • Thisfeatureprovidesaconvenientwaytoreplaceuptothree
transmitters such as garage door openers, home lighting remotes
and other radio frequency devices.
 • RefertoyourOwner’sManualforcompleteprogrammingdetails.
Genuine Mazda Accessory Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass and HomeLink®is available at your Authorized Mazda
Dealer if your vehicle is not equipped with system.
Drivers Auto-Dimming Mirror
OnOff
6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
• Push the clutch pedal down completely
to start the engine and to shift gears.
• To place the transmission in Reverse, place
shifter in the neutral position, push the shifter
down, move to the left and push forward.
Lower
Gear
Higher
Gear
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Auto-Dimming
Indicator Light
Auto-Dimming
On
HomeLink Rear
Light
Sensor
Auto-Dimming
Off
SPORT A/T MANUAL SHIFT MODE
The Sport A/T Manual Shift Mode gives you
the feel of driving a manual transmission by
allowing you to manually shift to control engine
rpm and torque when more control is desired.
To Use Manual Shift Mode:
 • ShiftleverfromDtoM.
NOTE: Changing to manual mode
can be done while driving the vehicle.
To Shift Up To A Higher Gear:
 • Tapshiftleverback(+)once.
To Shift Down To A Lower Gear:
 • Tapshiftleverforward(-)once.
The transmission will automatically adjust how and when it shifts gears
based on road conditions and your driving style. The transmission may stay
in a lower gear longer than usual when going up or down hills or driving
around corners. This feature gives you better control and a more connected
driving experience.
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Neutral Position
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REAR MOUNT CAMERA*
Placing the gearshift lever into
Reverse automatically operates
the rear view camera and is
viewable in the rear view mirror,
or audio unit with display, or
navigation display (as equipped).
NOTE: When using the rear
view camera, please check your
surroundings as objects may be
closer than they appear.
SIDE EXTENSION SUNVISORS
The visor extender extends the
sunvisor’s range of sun shading.
To use, pull it out.
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Rear Mount Camera
INFORMATION DISPLAY
Climate Control Display
Climate Control
Display
Trip Computer/
Clock Display
Audio/Hands-Free
Display
Climate
Control
Display
NOTE: Information display contents vary depending on vehicle grade.
With multi-information display
Clock Trip Computer Climate
Control
Display
Without multi-information display
ALUMINUM WHEEL CARE
Your aluminum wheels have a
protectivecoatingonthem.Onlyuse
a mild soap or neutral detergent with
a sponge or soft cloth to clean them.
CAUTION: Using a wire brush,
polishing compound, solvent, or
any type of abrasive cleaner may
damage the protective coating.
Genuine Mazda Accessory
Wheel Locks are available at
your Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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NOTE: DonotrelycompletelyontheBSMsystemandbesuretolookover
yourshoulderbeforechanginglanes:
• The BSM system can assist the driver in conrming the safety of the surroundings,
but is not a complete substitute.
• Thedriverisresponsibleforensuringsafelanechangesandothermaneuvers.
• Alwayspayattentiontothedirectioninwhichthevehicleistravelingandthe
vehicle’s surroundings.
• TheBSMsystemdoesnotoperatewhenthevehiclespeedislowerthanabout
 20mph(32km/h).
Turning BSM System Off
TomanuallyturntheBSMsystemoff,pushtheBSMOFFswitchonthedash.
TheBSMOFFindicatorwillilluminateintheinstrumentclusterwhentheBSM
system is off. The BSM system will automatically turn on the next time the
vehicle is started.
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Your Vehicle
Detection Areas
PORTABLE AUDIO PLAYER INTEGRATION USING THE AUX JACK
Your vehicle is equipped with an AUX or
auxiliary jack that will allow you to play
your portable audio player through the
vehicle’s audio system. Learn the system
when parked and do not let it distract
you while driving.
NOTE: Available at your Authorized Mazda
Dealer is the Genuine Mazda Accessory
3.5 mm audio cable which can be used to
connect your portable audio player into the
aux jack.
1 Locate the AUX jack inside the center console.
2Plug 3.5 mm audio cable into the portable
audio player and into the AUX jack. Turn
portable audio player on.
3Turn the vehicle audio system on.
4 • Without Navigation System:PushAUX(orCD/AUX)buttonon
audio system ORpushMODEbuttononsteeringwheelcontrols
until “AUX” is displayed.
•With Navigation System:PushSOURCEbuttononaudio
system, then push AUX1 on screen ORpushMODEbuttonon
steering wheel controls until “AUX1” is displayed.
5Use the portable audio player controls to play music.
IMPORTANT: Set the volume level on your portable audio player to the highest
level before distortion starts, then adjust the volume on the audio system.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) SYSTEM
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver
by monitoring the blind spots to the rear of the vehicle on both sides.
 • Ifyourvehiclespeedis20mph(32km/h)ormore,theBSMwillwarn
you of vehicles in the detection area by illuminating the BSM warning
lights located on the left and right door mirrors.
 • IfyouoperateaturnsignalinthedirectionofanilluminatedBSM
warning light, the system will also warn you with a beep and warning
light ash.
 • BSMsensorsarelocatedundertheleftandrightrearbumperareas.
The BSM system may not operate properly if the rear bumper gets too
dirty, so keep the rear bumper area clean.
PleaserefertoyourOwner’sManualforcompletedetails.
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