Mazda CX-5 Owners Manual: Money-Saving Suggestions
How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs.
• Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving.
• Avoid fast starts.
• Keep the engine tuned. Follow the maintenance schedule 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.
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 your Mazda.
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not mainta ...
Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting
into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change
in tire speed co ...
Other materials:
Rear Sash Molding Installation
WARNING:
Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves
when using a utility knife.
NOTE:
Double-sided adhesive tape has already been attached to the new rear sash
molding.
1. When installing a new rear sash molding, follow the procedure ...
Charging System Warning Light
Purpose, Function
Warns the driver of a charging system malfunction.
Construction
The charging system warning light is built into the instrument cluster..
Operation
Illuminates when a malfunction occurs in the charging system and DTCs is
stored in the PCM.
...
Airflow Mode Main Link Removal/Installation
Full-auto Air Conditioner
1. The airflow mode main link is installed to the airflow mode actuator. When
removing the airflow mode main link, refer to the airflow mode actuator removal/installation..
Manual Air Conditioner
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the glove compar ...
