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Follow these instructions when towing the
vehicle with all wheels on the ground.
¾Shift to neutral (Manual transaxle), or
the N position (Automatic transaxle).
¾Switch the ignition to ACC.
¾Release the parking brake.
Remember that power assist for the brakes
and steering will not be available when the
engine is not running.
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¾The towing eyelet should be used in an
emergency (to get the vehicle out of a
ditch or a snow bank, for example).
¾When using the towing eyelets, always
pull the lead or chain in a straight
direction with respect to the eyelet. Never
apply a sideways force.
NOTE
When towing with chain or lead, wrap the
chain or lead with a soft cloth near the
bumper to prevent damage to the bumper.
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Do not use excessive force as it may
damage the cap or scratch the painted
bumper surface.
NOTE
Remove the cap completely and store it
so as not to lose it.
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Wheel brace
Towing eyelet
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If the towing eyelet is not securely
tightened, it may loosen or disengage
from the bumper when towing the
vehicle. Make sure that the towing
eyelet is securely tightened to the
bumper.
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Tiedown hook
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When using the hook in such emergency
cases, observe the following so as not to
damage the tiedown hook or the vehicle
body.
¾The vehicle must be pulled straight to the
rear so that no load is applied to the
vehicle in the lateral direction.
¾The bumper may be damaged if the tie
down hook is used as a towing hook.
¾When using a metal chain or wire lead,
wrap a cloth around the attachment
area. If the metal chain or wire lead
contacts the bumper directly, the
bumper could be scratched or damaged.
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Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated.
Have the vehicle towed to an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Re‐
pairer) to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated
simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emer‐
gency stop than under normal circumstances.
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Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated be‐
cause the engine could stop unexpectedly.
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Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
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Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
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