Push-Starting - Mazda RX-7 1989 Owner's Manual

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PUSH STARTING
Do not attempt to start a vehicle by pueh.
ing, as this may result in damage to tho v6-
hicle's emission control svstem.
CAUTION
Never tow a vehicle to start it becauto thc
sudden surge forward when the onglnc
starts could cause a collision with the tow
vehicle.
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Proper lifting or towing procedures are
necessary to prevent damage to the vehi-
cle during any towing operation. Govern.
ment laws applicable to vehicles in tow must
be lollowed.
lf towing is necessary, we recommond you
have it done by your Mazda Dealer or a
commercial tow truck service,
lf the transmission, rear axle and steoring
system are not damaged, the vehicle may
be towed on all four wheels. lf theee com-
ponents are damaged, use a towlng dolly.
lf towing speed will exceed 45 km/h (30
mph), or if the towing distance will exceed
15 km (10 miles), use one of three methods:
1. Place the rear wheels on a dolly.
2. Tow with the rear wheels off the ground.
3. Disconnect the propeller shaft.
lf the transmission or rear axle are inooera-
tive, tow with the rear wheels off the ground,
or have the propeller shaft disconnected.
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