2002 MAZDA MODEL B2300 tow

Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
²Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
²Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
²To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist
in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the
Driving with a 4±speed automatic transmissionsection in this
chapter.
²Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
²Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.
Servicing after towing
If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more
frequent service intervals. Refer to your service maintenance section for
more information.
Trailer towing tips
²Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to
get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
²Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.
²The trailer tongue weight should be 10±15% of the loaded trailer
weight.
²After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your
hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
²To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot
weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park)
(automatic transmission) or N (Neutral) (manual transmissions).
²Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must
park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer's wheels.
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Launching or retrieving a boat
Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer
into the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the
trailer is removed from the water.
When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval:
²do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of
the rear bumper.
²do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (6 inches) above the
bottom edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components:
²causing internal damage to the components.
²affecting driveability, emissions and reliability.
Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in
water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed
unless a leak is suspected or repair required.
RECREATIONAL TOWING
Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational towing. An
example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a
motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that your
transmission is not damaged.
4x2 and 4x4 vehicles equipped with manual transmissions:
Before you have your vehicle towed:
²Release the parking brake.
²Move the gearshift to the neutral position.
²Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position.
²The maximum recommended speed is 88 km/h (55 mph).
²The maximum recommended distance is unlimited.
In addition, it is recommended that you follow the instructions
provided by the after market manufacturer of the towing
apparatus if one has been installed.
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4x2 and 4x4 vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions:
4x2 vehicles with automatic transmissions or 4x4 vehicles with manual
transfer cases and automatic transmissions, follow these guidelines for
recreational towing:
²Release the parking brake.
²Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position.
²Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
²Do not exceed a distance of 80 km (50 miles).
²Do not exceed 56 km/h (35 mph) vehicle speed.
If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) must
be exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Mazda recommends
the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. See
your local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation.
Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft can cause
transmission fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal
transmission components.
CAMPER BODIES
Your pickup is not recommended for slide±in camper bodies.
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GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Mazda Motor
Corporation offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
²24±hours, seven days a week
²for the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period of three years or 60,000
km (36,000 miles), whichever occurs first on Mazda vehicles, and four
years or 80,000 km (50,000 miles) on Mazda vehicles.
Roadside assistance will cover:
²changing a flat tire
²jump-starts
²lock-out assistance
²limited fuel delivery
²towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Mazda Motor
Corporation dealership, or your selling dealer if within 56.3 km (35
miles) of the nearest Mazda Motor Corporation dealership (one tow
per disablement). Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents or
getting stuck in the mud or snow, are covered (some exclusions apply,
such as impound towing or repossession).
Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for
information on:
²Coverage period
²Exact fuel amounts
²Towing of your disabled vehicle
²Emergency travel expense reimbursement
²Travel planning benefits
USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is
found in the Roadside Assistance book in the glove compartment.
U.S. Mazda vehicle customers who require roadside assistance, call
1±800±241±3673.
Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call
1±800±665±2006.
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 5A Power mirror switch
2 10A Daytime Running Lights (DRL),
Back-up lamps, Transmission,
Passenger air bag deactivation
switch, Blower motor relay
3 7.5A Right stop/turn trailer tow
connector
4 Ð Not used
5 15A 4x4 control module
6 2A Brake pressure switch
7 7.5A Left stop/turn trailer tow
connector
8 Ð Not used
9 7.5A Brake pedal position switch
10 7.5A Speed control servo/amplifier
assembly, Generic Electronic
Module (GEM), Shift lock
actuator, Turn signals
11 7.5A Instrument cluster, 4x4, Main light
switch, Central Security Module
(CSM)
12 Ð Not used
13 20A Brake pedal position switch
14 10A or Not Used 10A: Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) Control Module (if
equipped)
15 Ð Not used
16 30A Windshield wiper motor, Wiper
HI/LO relay, Wiper run/park relay
17 20A Cigar lighter, Data Link Connector
(DLC)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
13 Ð Not used
14 Ð Not used
15 Ð Not used
16 40A** Blower motor
17 20A** Auxiliary cooling fan
18 Ð Not used
19 Ð Not used
20 Ð Not used
21 10A* PCM memory
22 Ð Not used
23 20A* Fuel pump motor
24 30A* Headlamps
25 10A* A/C clutch relay
26 Ð Not used
27 Ð Not used
28 30A* ABS module
29 Ð Not used
30 15A* Trailer Tow
31 20A* Foglamp, Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL)
32 Ð Not used
33 15A* Park lamp, Central security
module
34 Ð Not used
35 Ð Not used
36 Ð Not used
37 Ð Not used
38 10A* Left headlamp low beam
39 Ð Not used
40 Ð Not used
41 20A* Heated oxygen sensors
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
42 10A* Right headlamp low beam
43 Ð (Resistor)
44 Ð Not used
45A Ð Wiper HI/LO relay
45B Ð Wiper park/run relay
46A Ð Fuel pump relay
46B Ð Trailer tow relay
47 Ð Starter relay
48 Ð Auxiliary cooling fan
49 Ð Not used
50 Ð Not used
51 Ð Not used
52 Ð Not used
53 Ð PCM Diode
54 Ð PCM Relay
55 Ð Blower motor relay
56A Ð A/C clutch relay
56B Ð Front washer pump relay
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
14 Ð Not used
15 Ð Not used
16 40A** Blower motor
17 Ð Not used
18 Ð Not used
19 Ð Not used
20 Ð Not used
21 10A* PCM memory
22 Ð Not used
23 20A* Fuel pump motor
24 30A* Headlamps
25 10A* A/C clutch solenoid
26 Ð Not used
27 Ð Not used
28 30A* ABS module
29 Ð Not used
30 15A* Trailer tow
31 20A* Foglamps, Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL)
32 Ð Not used
33 15A* Park lamp
34 Ð Not used
35 Ð Not used
36 Ð Not used
37 Ð Not used
38 10A* Left headlamp low beam
39 Ð Not used
40 Ð Not used
41 20A* Heated oxygen sensors
42 10A* Right headlamp low beam
43 Ð Not used
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