Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Towing

Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual / Accessories / Trailer / Towing

Towing Description

Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels (front wheels) off the ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.
When towing with the rear wheels on the ground, release the parking brake.

CAUTION:

Do not tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle.

CAUTION:

Do not tow with sling?type equipment. This could damage vehicle. Use wheel?lift or flatbed equipment.

Vehicle Securing Position

When transporting the vehicle by flat bed tow truck or trailer, secure the vehicle to the trailer using the holes and left tiedown loop shown in the figure.

CAUTION:
- Do not use the tie down hook on the end of the rear bumper for towing or transporting the vehicle. The tie down hook is used only for transporting the vehicle by ship. Using the tie down hook could cause damage to the bumper and the vehicle body.

Other materials:

Active Command Modes Inspection [Rear Body Control Module (Rbcm)]
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2. 2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the M-MDS. a. Select “DataLogger”. b. Select “Modules”. c. Select “R_BCM”. 3. Select the simulation items from the PID table. 4. Perform the a ...

Accelerator Pedal, Kickdown Switch
Purpose, Function The driver's intentions are transmitted to the PCM via the accelerator pedal. Kickdown switch (ATX) (Applied VIN (assumed): JM3 KE2*E*D# 148107?) If the accelerator pedal is depressed carelessly, kickdown control will be implemented based on the accelera ...

Traction Control System (TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automaticall ...