Push-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING.
Never tow a vehicle to start it: Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants could be injured.
CAUTION.
Do not push-start a vehicle that has a manual transaxle. It can damage the emission control system.
NOTE.
You can't start a vehicle with an automatic transaxle by pushing it.
See also:
Vehicle Overview
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Emission Control System
Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic
converter is part of
this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions
requirements.
WARNING ...
Cell Phones Warning
WARNING:
Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication
equipment in vehicles in your State or Province:
Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, ...