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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 .......................................................... 4-3
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
Rocking the Vehicle .................................................................. 4-9
Winter Driving .......................................................................... 4-9
Driving In Flooded Area ......................................................... 4-11
Overloading ............................................................................ 4-12

Towing ......................................................................................... 4-13

Trailer Towing ......................................................................... 4-13

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