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 maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for a long period of time.
• Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or high engine rpm for extended periods of time.
• Avoid unnecessary hard stops.
• Avoid full-throttle starts.
• Do not tow a trailer.
Driving Tips
Money-Saving SuggestionsSplash Shield Removal/Installation
Front
Front splash shield No.1
1. Set the mudguard aside..
2. Remove fasteners A.
3. Remove the front splash shield No.1.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front splash shield No.2
1. Remove screw B.
2. Remove fasteners C.
3. Remove the front splash shield No.2.
4. ...
Power Outer Mirror Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the inner garnish..
3. Remove the front door trim..
4. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole and remove
hooks A in the direction of arrow (1).
5. Slide the service hole cover in the direction of the arrow ( ...
Down Switch [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The down switch detects the shift down operation of the selector lever.
The down switch signal is sent to the TCM via CAN and is used for manual
shift control and engine-transaxle integration control.
Construction
The down switch is installed to the se ...