2003 Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual - Page 90

shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 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. • Don't race the engine. • Don't maintain one constant speed for long. • Don't drive constantly at full-throttle or high engine rpm for extended periods of time. • Avoid unnecessary hard stops. • Avoid full-throttle starts. 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 runs smoothly, begin driving. • Avoid fast starts. • Keep the engine tuned. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. • Use the air conditioner only when necessary. • Slow down on rough roads. • Keep the tires properly inflated. • Don't carry unnecessary weight. • Don't rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. • Keep the wheels in correct alignment. • Keep windows closed at high speeds. • Slow down when driving in crosswinds and headwinds. WARNING Coasting: Turning off the engine to coast down a hill is dangerous. This causes the loss of power steering and power brake control. Any loss of steering or braking control could cause an accident. Never turn off the engine and coast down a hill. 4-6 Form No. 8R29-EA-02I