Mazda 4WD Recreational Towing, Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission

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Tires, Wheels and Loading

•causing internal damage to the components.

•affecting driveability, emissions and reliability.

Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required.

RECREATIONAL TOWING

Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational towing. An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged.

Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission:

Note: 4x2 and 4x4 vehicles with a manual transmission follow these guidelines for recreational towing:

Before you have your vehicle towed:

•Release the parking brake.

•Move the gearshift to the neutral position.

•Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position.

•The maximum recommended speed is 55 mph (88 km/h).

•The maximum recommended distance is unlimited.

•Put 4x4 switch in 2WD mode (4x4 only)

•The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transmission components.

In addition, it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing apparatus if one has been installed.

Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission

4x2 and 4x4 vehicles with an automatic transmission follow these guidelines for recreational towing:

•Release the parking brake.

•Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position.

•Place the transmission in N (Neutral).

•Do not exceed a distance of 50 miles (80 km).

•Do not exceed 35 mph (56 km/h) vehicle speed.

•Put 4x4 switch in 2WD mode (4x4 only)

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