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2014 Mazda CX-9 Cx 9 Owners Manual

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Parking Brake

WARNING

Before leaving the driver's seat, always
switch the ignition to OFF, set the
parking brake and make sure the shift
lever is in P:

It is important to switch the ignition
to OFF even if you are not removing
the key from the ignition or leaving
the vehicle. Leaving the key in other
positions will disable some of the
vehicle security systems and run the
battery down.
Leaving the driver's seat without
switching the ignition to OFF, setting
the parking brake and shifting the
shift lever to P is dangerous.
Unexpected vehicle movement could
occur. This could cause an accident.

CAUTION

Driving with the parking brake on
will cause excessive wear of the brake
parts.

NOTE

For parking in snow, refer to Winter Driving
(page 4-10) regarding parking brake use.

Setting the parking brake

Depress the brake pedal, then depress the
parking brake pedal fully.

Releasing the parking brake

Depress the brake pedal, then depress the
parking brake pedal until it releases.
Gradually let up on the parking brake
pedal.

NOTE

Release the parking brake pedal once before
trying to reapply it.

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