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 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.
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the latest technical developments in
composition and methods of application.
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Lighter
The ignition switch must be in the ACC
or ON position
Press the lighter in and release it. When
ready for use, it automatically pops out.
CAUTION:
Don't touch the metal part of the
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