Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Towing
Towing Description
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Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed.
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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.
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When towing with the rear wheels on the ground, release the parking brake.
CAUTION:
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Do not tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle.
CAUTION:
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Do not tow with sling?type equipment. This could damage vehicle. Use wheel?lift or flatbed equipment.
Vehicle Securing Position
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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:
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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.
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Trailer
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Body
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Other materials:
Front Stabilizer Control Link Inspection
1. Remove the front stabilizer control link..
2. Inspect for bending or damage. If there is any malfunction, replace the front
stabilizer control link.
3. Rotate the front stabilizer control link ball joint stud 10 times and
shake it side to side 10 times.
4. Measure the front stabilizer c ...
Rear View Monitor
Rear View Monitor
The rear view monitor is a visual assist system when reversing the vehicle that
provides images from the rear of the vehicle.
WARNING
Always drive carefully confirming the safety of the rear and the surrounding
conditions by looking directly with your eyes:
Reversing the ve ...
Front Scuff Plate Removal/Installation
1. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, detach tab A while pulling the front
scuff plate in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure, then detach the
hook B, clip C, and pin D while pulling in the direction of the arrow (2).
2. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, detach ta ...
