Mazda CX-3: Before Driving / Towing

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2022) Owner's Manual / Before Driving / Towing

Trailer Towing

Your Mazda is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda.

Recreational Towing

An example of "recreational towing" is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing recreational towing refer to "Towing Description" and "Tiedown Hooks" and carefully follow the instructions.

Driving on Uneven Road

Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps...

When Driving

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Mazda CX-3 (2015-2022) Owner's Manual: Tire Chains

Check local regulations before using tire chains. CAUTION Chains may affect handling. Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer's recommended limit, whichever is lower. Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, and sharp turns...

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2022) Owner's Manual: Overheating

If the high engine coolant temperature warning light turns on, the vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING Pull over to a safe location, then switch the ignition off and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan: Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous...