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Before Driving

Driving Tips

     Break-In  Period

              No  special  break-in  is  necessary,  but  a 
few precautions in the fi rst 1,000 km 
(600 miles) may add to the performance, 
economy, and life of the vehicle.

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 Do not race the engine.

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 Do not maintain one constant speed, 

either slow or fast, for a long period of 
time.

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 Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or 

high engine rpm for extended periods of 
time.

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 Avoid unnecessary hard stops.

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 Avoid full-throttle starts.

 Saving Fuel and 
Protection of the 
Environment

              How  you  operate  your  Mazda  determines 
how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use 
these suggestions to help save fuel and 
reduce CO2.

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 Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine 

runs smoothly, begin driving.

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 Avoid fast starts.

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 Drive at lower speeds.

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 Anticipate when to apply the brakes 

(avoid sudden braking).

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 Follow the maintenance schedule 

(page  6-4 ) and have an Authorized 
Mazda Dealer perform inspections and 
servicing.

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 Use the air conditioner only when 

necessary.

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 Slow down on rough roads.

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 Keep the tires properly infl ated.

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 Do not carry unnecessary weight.

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 Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal 

while driving.

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 Keep the wheels in correct alignment.

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 Keep windows closed at high speeds.

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 Slow down when driving in crosswinds 

and headwinds.

WARNING

  Never stop the engine when going down 
a hill:

  Stopping the engine when going 
down a hill is dangerous. This causes 
the loss of power steering and power 
brake control, and may cause damage 
to the drivetrain. Any loss of steering 
or braking control could cause an 
accident.