Push-Starting - Mazda 2002 Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual

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Push-Starting

WARNING
Towing 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. Never tow a vehicle to start it.
You can't start a vehicle with an automatic
transmission by pushing it.
CAUTION
You shouldn't push-start a vehicle that
has a manual transmission. It can
damage the emission control system.
Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F
In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Starting
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