Emergency Towing; Towing Description - Mazda 2010 Mazda5 Owner's Manual

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In Case of an Emergency

Emergency Towing

Towing Description

We recommend that towing be done only
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a
commercial tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
Government and local laws must be
followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its
drive wheels (front wheels) off the
ground. If excessive damage or other
conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.
When towing with the rear wheels on the
ground, release the parking brake.
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Do not tow the vehicle pointed
backward with driving wheels on the
ground. This may cause internal
damage to the transaxle.
Do not tow with sling-type
equipment. This could damage your
vehicle. Use wheel-lift or flatbed
Wheel dollies
equipment.
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, the vehicle may be towed
with all four wheels on the ground using
the towing hook at the front of the
vehicle.
Only tow the vehicle on paved surfaces
for short distances at low speeds.
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