Push-starting, Push-starting -24, Warning – Mazda 2005 RX-8 User Manual

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8. When finished, carefully disconnect the

cables in the reverse order described in
Step 6.

NOTE

Verify that the engine cover is securely
installed.

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.

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In Case of an Emergency

Emergency Starting

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