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8. When finished, carefully disconnect the

cables in the reverse order described in
Step 6.

NOTE

Verify that the engine cover is securely
installed.

Push-Starting

Do not push-start your Mazda.

WARNING

Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Towing a vehicle to start it is
dangerous. The vehicle being towed
could surge forward when its engine
starts, causing the two vehicles to
collide. The occupants could be
injured.

CAUTION

Do not push-start a vehicle that has a
manual transmission. It can damage the
emission control system.

NOTE

You can't start a vehicle with an
automatic transmission by pushing it.

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In Case of an Emergency

Emergency Starting

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