When Towing is Required
Having the Vehicle Towed
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 RWD vehicle should have its drive wheels (rear wheels) off the ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.
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Wheel dollies
When towing a RWD vehicle with the front wheels on the ground, release the parking brake.
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Do not tow the vehicle pointed forward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transmission.
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Do not tow with sling-type equipment. This could damage your vehicle. Use wheel-lift or flatbed equipment.
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If the parking brake cannot be released when towing the vehicle, transport the vehicle with all front and rear wheels raised off the ground as shown in the figure. If the vehicle is towed without raising the wheels off the ground, the brake system could be damaged.
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Wheel dollies
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