When Liftgate Cannot be Opened
If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the electrical system and the liftgate can not be opened, perform the following procedure as an emergency measure to Open it: 1. Remove the cap on the interior surface of the liftgate with a flathead screwdriver.

2. Turn the lever to the right to unlock the liftgate.

After performing this emergency measure, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Warning Sound is Activated
Customer Information and Reporting Safety DefectsM Position Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The M position switch detects that the selector lever is in the M position.
The M position switch signal is sent to the TCM via CAN, and is used for
manual shift control and engine-transaxle integration control.
Construction
The M position switch is in ...
Oil Control Valve (OCV) Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Remove the ignition coil/ion sensors..
4. Remove the cylinder head cover..
5. Remove in ...
Planetary Gear [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The planetary gear is a mechanism which shifts the drive force from the engine.
The planetary gear consists of multiple gears which rotate individually while
revolving. By controlling the individual rotation and revolving of the gears,
the transaxle performs gear shi ...