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Before Driving Your Mazda
Important information about driving your Mazda.
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........................................ 4-2
Fuel Requirements .................................... ................................ 4-2
Emission Control System .......................................................... 4-4
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......... ................................ 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
Floor Mat .................................................................................. 4-8
Rocking the Vehicle ................................................................ .. 4-9
Winter Driving .......................................................................... 4-9
Driving In Flooded Area ......................................................... 4-11
Overloading ............................................................................ 4-12
Driving on Uneven Road ........................................................ 4-13
Turbocharger Information
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Towing ......................................................................................... 4-15
Trailer Towing ......................................................................... 4-15
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