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Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K

Descending steep grades

When descending a steep grade, shift to 3 
or 2, depending on load weight and grade 
steepness. Descend slowly, using the 
brakes only occasionally to prevent them 
from overheating.

Power steering is only operable when the 
engine is running. If the engine is off or if 
the power steering system is inoperable, 
you can still steer, but it requires more 
physical effort.

If the steering feels rigid during normal 
driving, consult an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer.

Power Steering

Never hold the steering wheel to the 
extreme left or right for more than five 
seconds with the engine running.
This could damage the power steering 
system.

CAUTION

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