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
Hazardous DrivingCrankshaft, Main Bearing
Purpose, Function
The crankshaft converts the reciprocating movement of the piston to a rotational
movement via the connecting rod.
The main bearing forms an oil film on the outer surface of the crankshaft
journal to prevent wear due to sliding.
Construction
Crankshaft
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Awd Control Module Configuration
CAUTION:
When performing configuration, it is necessary to read the coupling component
calibration data from the AWD control module before replacing it. Connect the
M-MDS to the vehicle and perform vehicle identification before removing the
AWD control module. The coupling component ...
Propeller Shaft On Vehicle Inspection
Joint Area Excessive Play Inspection
1. Shake the universal joint by hand and verify that there is no excessive play.
2. If there is any excessive play, replace the propeller shaft..
Propeller Shaft Runout Inspection
CAUTION:
Do not rotate the propeller shaft using engine force wh ...