Mazda 2009 MX-5 Miata, Owner'S Manual

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6. After starting the engine, let it idle for
about 10 seconds.
NOTE
l
In extremely cold weather or after the
vehicle has not been driven in several days,
let the engine warm up without operating
the accelerator.
l
Whether the engine is cold or warm, it
should be started without use of the
accelerator.
l
If the engine does not start the first time,
refer to Starting a Flooded Engine under
Emergency Starting. If the engine still does
not start, have your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 7-20).
Brake System
q
Foot Brake
Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes
that adjust automatically through normal
use.
Should power-assist fail, you can stop by
applying greater force than normal to the
brake pedal. But the distance required to
stop will be greater than usual.
Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
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