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Before Driving

Driving Tips

Break-In Period

No special break-in is necessary, but a 

few precautions in the first 1,000 km 

(600 miles) may add to the performance, 

economy, and life of the vehicle.



 Do not race the engine.



 Do not maintain one constant speed, 

either slow or fast, for a long period of 

time.



 Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or 

high engine rpm for extended periods of 

time.



 Avoid unnecessary hard stops.



 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.



 Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine 

runs smoothly, begin driving.



 Avoid fast starts.



 Drive at lower speeds.



 Anticipate when to apply the brakes 

(avoid sudden braking).



 Follow the maintenance schedule 

(page 6-4) and have an Authorized 

Mazda Dealer perform inspections and 

servicing.



 Use the air conditioner only when 

necessary.



 Slow down on rough roads.



 Keep the tires properly inflated.



 Do not carry unnecessary weight.



 Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal 

while driving.



 Keep the wheels in correct alignment.



 Keep windows closed at high speeds.



 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.

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