Driving Tips; Break-In Period; Money-Saving Suggestions - Mazda 2009 CX-9 Owner's Manual

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Before Driving Your Mazda

Driving Tips

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.
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Do not maintain one constant speed,
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either slow or fast, for a long period of
time.
Do not drive constantly at full-throttle
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or high engine rpm for extended
periods of time.
Avoid unnecessary hard stops.
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Avoid full-throttle starts.
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Do not tow a trailer.
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Form No.8Z66-EA-08F
Black plate (150,1)

Money-Saving Suggestions

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
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runs smoothly, begin driving.
Avoid fast starts.
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Keep the engine tuned. Follow the
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maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and
have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
perform inspections and servicing.
Use the air conditioner only when
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necessary.
Slow down on rough roads.
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Keep the tires properly inflated.
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Do not carry unnecessary weight.
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Do not rest your foot on the brake
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pedal while driving.
Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
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Keep windows closed at high speeds.
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Slow down when driving in crosswinds
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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.