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M Hybrid battery
M Hybrid is equipped with a special
battery.
WARNING
Heed the following cautions to
prevent burns and electrical shock:
Never remove and disassemble the
brackets and connectors securing the
terminal part, wiring harness, and
the M Hybrid battery.
Never touch the M Hybrid battery
because it becomes extremely hot
under direct sunlight or after driving.
Because the M Hybrid battery is
especially dangerous when wet,
never touch it.
NOTE
The M Hybrid battery has a certain
battery life. Battery life
diers
depending on how the vehicle is used
and the driving conditions.
Charging the M Hybrid battery
The M Hybrid battery is charged
automatically by the engine power and
deceleration regeneration. Therefore, it
is not necessary to charge the battery
from outside of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Drive the vehicle for about 30 minutes
once every few months because
self-discharge occurs gradually if the
vehicle is not driven for a long period
of time. If the M Hybrid battery
becomes completely discharged and
M Hybrid cannot be activated, contact
an expert repairer (we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer).
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M Hybrid Precautions
For vehicle maintenance or repairs, or
when scrapping the vehicle, consult an
expert repairer (we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer).
Handling the M Hybrid battery
Technical knowledge and skill are
necessary in handling the M Hybrid
battery.
WARNING
To ensure safe and correct handling of
the M Hybrid battery, always heed the
following precautions:
Do not remove the M Hybrid battery.
Do not resell, transfer, or modify the
M Hybrid battery.
Do not use the battery on vehicles
other than those equipped with the
M Hybrid battery.
When Driving
M Hybrid
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