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... plate (121,1) 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ...Fuel ...Requirements ...Emission Control System ...Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ... 4-2 4-2 4-3 4-5 Before Starting the Engine ...4-6 Before Getting In ...4-6 After Getting In ...4-6 Driving Tips ...4-7 Break-In Period ...4-7 Money-Saving Suggestions ...4-7 Hazardous Driving ...4-8 Rocking the Vehicle ...4-9 Winter Driving ...4-9 Driving In Flooded Area ...4-11 Overloading ...4-11 Towing ...4-12 Trailer Towing...
... plate (121,1) 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ...Fuel ...Requirements ...Emission Control System ...Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ... 4-2 4-2 4-3 4-5 Before Starting the Engine ...4-6 Before Getting In ...4-6 After Getting In ...4-6 Driving Tips ...4-7 Break-In Period ...4-7 Money-Saving Suggestions ...4-7 Hazardous Driving ...4-8 Rocking the Vehicle ...4-9 Winter Driving ...4-9 Driving In Flooded Area ...4-11 Overloading ...4-11 Towing ...4-12 Trailer Towing...
Owner's Manual
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..., either slow or fast, for extended periods of your foot on a tank of time. Avoid full-throttle starts. Don't tow a trailer. Avoid fast starts. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. l l l l l l l l l l l l l l WARNING Coasting: Stopping ... in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may cause damage to the drivetrain. l l Money-Saving Suggestions How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on the brake pedal while driving. Use the air conditioner only when necessary. Slow down a hill....
..., either slow or fast, for extended periods of your foot on a tank of time. Avoid full-throttle starts. Don't tow a trailer. Avoid fast starts. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. l l l l l l l l l l l l l l WARNING Coasting: Stopping ... in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may cause damage to the drivetrain. l l Money-Saving Suggestions How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on the brake pedal while driving. Use the air conditioner only when necessary. Slow down a hill....
Owner's Manual
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... Vehicle Safety Certification Label posted on proper equipment and safe driving habits. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page132 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (132,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Your Mazda was designed and built primarily to 4% per 304 m (1,000 ft)...km (600 miles) of the trailer load (trailer weight plus the towing vehicle (including trailer hitch, vehicle passengers, and load). If you need further details. It must be affected. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you do , vehicle handling, braking, and performance will ...
... Vehicle Safety Certification Label posted on proper equipment and safe driving habits. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page132 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (132,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Your Mazda was designed and built primarily to 4% per 304 m (1,000 ft)...km (600 miles) of the trailer load (trailer weight plus the towing vehicle (including trailer hitch, vehicle passengers, and load). If you need further details. It must be affected. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you do , vehicle handling, braking, and performance will ...
Owner's Manual
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...) 907 kg (2,000 lb) MAX. Vehicles with the 4Seasons Package can tow a heavier trailer and carry more cargo weight than standard-equipped vehicles. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page133 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (133,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing TRAILER TOWING-LOAD TABLE Because vehicle weights vary, adjustments must be made to...
...) 907 kg (2,000 lb) MAX. Vehicles with the 4Seasons Package can tow a heavier trailer and carry more cargo weight than standard-equipped vehicles. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page133 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (133,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing TRAILER TOWING-LOAD TABLE Because vehicle weights vary, adjustments must be made to...
Owner's Manual
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...June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (134,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing WARNING Tow Loads: Attempting to tow loads greater than in the front is dangerous. Determining Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load: Attempting to tow loads without determining the total trailer weight and tongue load is more ...the trailer on platform scales at a highway weight station or a trucking company. Doing so could result in the Trailer Towing-Load Table. Always keep tow loads within specified limits in loss of the trailer and cargo). Always have the total trailer weight and tongue load ...
...June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (134,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing WARNING Tow Loads: Attempting to tow loads greater than in the front is dangerous. Determining Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load: Attempting to tow loads without determining the total trailer weight and tongue load is more ...the trailer on platform scales at a highway weight station or a trucking company. Doing so could result in the Trailer Towing-Load Table. Always keep tow loads within specified limits in loss of the trailer and cargo). Always have the total trailer weight and tongue load ...
Owner's Manual
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...as indicated on the tire pressure chart on your vehicle when towing a trailer is dangerous as it could kill you. WARNING Using a Temporary Spare Tire when Towing: Using a temporary spare tire on the driver's door. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page135 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM ...Black plate (135,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing WARNING Unsecured Hitch: An unsecured trailer hitch is dangerous ...
...as indicated on the tire pressure chart on your vehicle when towing a trailer is dangerous as it could kill you. WARNING Using a Temporary Spare Tire when Towing: Using a temporary spare tire on the driver's door. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page135 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM ...Black plate (135,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing WARNING Unsecured Hitch: An unsecured trailer hitch is dangerous ...
Owner's Manual
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..., and inspect the brake lights and turn signals yourself before towing it day or night. Equip your trailer or hitch manufacturer for more details. They should the trailer become unintentionally unhitched. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page136 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM... Black plate (136,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing qSafety Chains Safety chains must comply with all federal, state, and local ...
..., and inspect the brake lights and turn signals yourself before towing it day or night. Equip your trailer or hitch manufacturer for more details. They should the trailer become unintentionally unhitched. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page136 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM... Black plate (136,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing qSafety Chains Safety chains must comply with all federal, state, and local ...
Owner's Manual
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...speed, allow operating the vehicle without frequent shifting. Compensate with a trailer. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page137 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (137,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing qTrailer Towing Tips l Verify that are driver error, excessive speed, and improper trailer ...loading. Inspect for towing purposes. Before starting out, inspect the operation of all vehicle and trailer...
...speed, allow operating the vehicle without frequent shifting. Compensate with a trailer. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page137 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (137,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing qTrailer Towing Tips l Verify that are driver error, excessive speed, and improper trailer ...loading. Inspect for towing purposes. Before starting out, inspect the operation of all vehicle and trailer...
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...too long or too frequently is made, the combination of control and a serious accident. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page138 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (138,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Passing Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of the trailer may ...brake firmly and put the transaxle in stability. Crosswinds from passing vehicles, especially larger ones, and the effects of the trailer and the tow vehicle are blocked while parked. Steer straight ahead. Use lower gears (1st and 2nd) to reduce the risk of overloading or overheating ...
...too long or too frequently is made, the combination of control and a serious accident. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page138 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (138,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Passing Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of the trailer may ...brake firmly and put the transaxle in stability. Crosswinds from passing vehicles, especially larger ones, and the effects of the trailer and the tow vehicle are blocked while parked. Steer straight ahead. Use lower gears (1st and 2nd) to reduce the risk of overloading or overheating ...
Owner's Manual
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...shift into P, and stop the engine. Maintenance If you must, follow these instructions: 1. To restart after parking on an incline, but if you tow a trailer frequently, have your vehicle serviced as shown in P, start the engine. (Be sure to depress and hold down the brake pedal. ...side of the front tires face the curb. Shift the transaxle into P. 4. Fuel consumption Trailer towing causes higher fuel consumption. Shift into gear. 3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.) 2. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page139 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (139,1) Before Driving ...
...shift into P, and stop the engine. Maintenance If you must, follow these instructions: 1. To restart after parking on an incline, but if you tow a trailer frequently, have your vehicle serviced as shown in P, start the engine. (Be sure to depress and hold down the brake pedal. ...side of the front tires face the curb. Shift the transaxle into P. 4. Fuel consumption Trailer towing causes higher fuel consumption. Shift into gear. 3. Depress and hold the brake pedal.) 2. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page139 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (139,1) Before Driving ...
Owner's Manual
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...parking brake is applied with a greater amount of force than is fully released. It goes off the right-of-way. In either case, it towed to the floor. Even if the light goes out have a brake problem. Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking ... the button, lower the parking brake lever all the way down to stop the vehicle. 1. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page145 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (145,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake...
...parking brake is applied with a greater amount of force than is fully released. It goes off the right-of-way. In either case, it towed to the floor. Even if the light goes out have a brake problem. Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking ... the button, lower the parking brake lever all the way down to stop the vehicle. 1. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page145 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (145,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake...
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... wheels skid. qABS Warning Light í The warning light stays on the road surface). Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page146 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (146,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING ABS: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive...slight vibration in the brake pedal and may be longer on , have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of each wheel. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. It indicates that your brakes may require less distance ...
... wheels skid. qABS Warning Light í The warning light stays on the road surface). Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page146 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (146,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING ABS: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive...slight vibration in the brake pedal and may be longer on , have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of each wheel. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. It indicates that your brakes may require less distance ...
Owner's Manual
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... rear wheels could lock more quickly in wear indicators contact the disc plates. Don't drive with both lights are on , have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on at the same time is jump-started to have... vehicle had no ABS. When the engine is dangerous. This is likely to warn that some components are on . If this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. NOTE l WARNING ABS Warning Light and Brake Warning Light on at the Same Time: Driving when the brake system warning...
... rear wheels could lock more quickly in wear indicators contact the disc plates. Don't drive with both lights are on , have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on at the same time is jump-started to have... vehicle had no ABS. When the engine is dangerous. This is likely to warn that some components are on . If this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. NOTE l WARNING ABS Warning Light and Brake Warning Light on at the Same Time: Driving when the brake system warning...
Owner's Manual
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... parking brake is sometimes an indicator of -way. This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on , have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as required (page 8-17). 2. After adding fluid, check the light again... fluid level warning If the light stays on is harder to the ON position. 5-26 í Some models. In either case, it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. You may notice that the parking brake is applied with the brake system warning light on after checking that the pedal is dangerous...
... parking brake is sometimes an indicator of -way. This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on , have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as required (page 8-17). 2. After adding fluid, check the light again... fluid level warning If the light stays on is harder to the ON position. 5-26 í Some models. In either case, it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. You may notice that the parking brake is applied with the brake system warning light on after checking that the pedal is dangerous...
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Refer to the ON position and turns off the right-of the charging system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this occurs, your brakes will function normally as possible. ... 3-12). Recharge the battery. The problem is dangerous. When both lights on . When the engine is due to have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to a weak battery, not a malfunction. If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are on at ...
Refer to the ON position and turns off the right-of the charging system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this occurs, your brakes will function normally as possible. ... 3-12). Recharge the battery. The problem is dangerous. When both lights on . When the engine is due to have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to a weak battery, not a malfunction. If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are on at ...
Owner's Manual
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... very low or approaching empty. The emission control system has a problem. l l l If the check engine light remains on and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qEngine Oil Pressure Warning Light If this light comes on in extensive engine damage. 5-28 Form No.8U61-EA-05G CAUTION Don't run the... check engine light may come on while driving, the vehicle may have your vehicle towed to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started. The fuel-filler cap is low. Check the light. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page168 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:34 AM Black plate (168,1)...
... very low or approaching empty. The emission control system has a problem. l l l If the check engine light remains on and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qEngine Oil Pressure Warning Light If this light comes on in extensive engine damage. 5-28 Form No.8U61-EA-05G CAUTION Don't run the... check engine light may come on while driving, the vehicle may have your vehicle towed to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started. The fuel-filler cap is low. Check the light. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page168 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:34 AM Black plate (168,1)...
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... signals will flash. Check local regulations about the use of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is a traffic hazard and that your vehicle is being towed. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page178 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:35 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your...
... signals will flash. Check local regulations about the use of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is a traffic hazard and that your vehicle is being towed. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page178 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:35 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your...
Owner's Manual
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Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page237 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:37 AM Black plate (237,1) 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an Emergency ...7-2 Flat Tire ...7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...7-3 Changing a Flat Tire ...7-9 Overheating ...7-16 Overheating ...7-16 Emergency Starting ...Starting a Flooded Engine ...Jump-Starting ...Push-Starting ...Emergency Towing ...Towing Description ...Tiedown Hooks ...Recreational Towing ...7-18 7-18 7-19 7-22 7-23 7-23 7-24 7-24 7-1 Form No.8U61-EA-05G Parking in an Emergency ...7-2 Parking in an emergency.
Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page237 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:37 AM Black plate (237,1) 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an Emergency ...7-2 Flat Tire ...7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...7-3 Changing a Flat Tire ...7-9 Overheating ...7-16 Overheating ...7-16 Emergency Starting ...Starting a Flooded Engine ...Jump-Starting ...Push-Starting ...Emergency Towing ...Towing Description ...Tiedown Hooks ...Recreational Towing ...7-18 7-18 7-19 7-22 7-23 7-23 7-24 7-24 7-1 Form No.8U61-EA-05G Parking in an Emergency ...7-2 Parking in an emergency.
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...turn signals don't work when the hazard warning lights are on or near it . NOTE l The turn signals will flash. They may forbid it . Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page238 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:37 AM Black plate (238,1) In Case of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is a traffic ...hazard and that your vehicle is being towed. Check local regulations about the use of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used...
...turn signals don't work when the hazard warning lights are on or near it . NOTE l The turn signals will flash. They may forbid it . Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page238 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:37 AM Black plate (238,1) In Case of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is a traffic ...hazard and that your vehicle is being towed. Check local regulations about the use of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used...
Owner's Manual
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... by turning them counterclockwise. To avoid damage to the temporary spare or to when using this tire because it has been designed only for your Mazda. CAUTION l When using the temporary spare tire, driving stability may decrease compared to the vehicle, observe the following precautions: l l l l l... the spare tire 1. Avoid driving over obstacles. Also, don't drive through an automatic car wash. Do not tow a trailer while using only the conventional tire. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page241 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:37 AM Black plate (241,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat...
... by turning them counterclockwise. To avoid damage to the temporary spare or to when using this tire because it has been designed only for your Mazda. CAUTION l When using the temporary spare tire, driving stability may decrease compared to the vehicle, observe the following precautions: l l l l l... the spare tire 1. Avoid driving over obstacles. Also, don't drive through an automatic car wash. Do not tow a trailer while using only the conventional tire. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page241 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:37 AM Black plate (241,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat...