Get Before Driving -> Towing Guide for Mazda 2 SUV First Generation (2002-2007)

Before Driving

Towing

Towing Caravans and Trailers (Europe/Russia/Turkey/

Israel/South Africa)

Your Mazda was designed and built primarily to carry passengers and cargo.

If you tow a trailer, follow these instructions because driver and passenger safety depends

on proper equipment and safe driving habits. Towing a trailer will affect handling, braking,

durability, performance, and economy.

Never overload vehicle or trailer. Consult an Authorised Mazda Dealer if you need further

details.

CAUTION

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Do not tow a trailer during the ¿rst 1,000 km (600 miles) of your new Mazda. If you

do, you may damage the engine, transaxle, differential, wheel bearings, and other

power train components.

Damage caused by towing a trailer/caravan is not covered by the vehicle's warranty for

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the following models and countries:

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All models in Turkey

Saloon models

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Weight Limits

The total trailer weight, gross combination weight and trailer nose weight must be

within the prescribed limits in the Trailer Towing-Load Table.

TOTAL TRAILER WEIGHT:

Sum of weights of the trailer and its load.

GROSS COMBINATION WEIGHT:

Sum of total trailer weight and towing vehicle weight; including trailer hitch, vehicle

passengers, and vehicle load.

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TRAILER NOSE WEIGHT:

The weight exerted on the trailer tongue. It is varied by changing the weight distribution

when loading the trailer.

CAUTION

Be aware of the towing load weight differences when towing at high altitudes. For

altitudes exceeding 1,000 m, always reduce the towing load by 10% for every 1,000 m

increase in altitude from the load indicated under the gross combination weight heading

in the maximum trailer towing-load table. If the determined maximum total towing load

weight is exceeded, the engine and other power train parts may be damaged.

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Maximum trailer towing-load table

Europe/Gradient up to 12%

GROSS

COMBINATION

WEIGHT

TOTAL TRAILER

WEIGHT

MODEL

Emission i-stop i-ELOOP Trailer without Trailer with Trailer with

Engine^*1

Transaxle

level

system

brake

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

LP transaxle

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,400 kg

(5,291.0 lb)

EURO6

—

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

LP transaxle

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,400 kg

(5,291.0 lb)

EURO6

×

—

×

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

MP transaxle

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,405 kg

(5,302.0 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Automatic

MP transaxle

530 kg

(1,168.4 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,435 kg

(5,368.2 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

HP transaxle

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,405 kg

(5,302.0 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Automatic

HP transaxle

530 kg

(1,168.4 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,435 kg

(5,368.2 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,410 kg

(5,313.0 lb)

HP

transaxle

Manual

transaxle

550 kg

(1,212.5 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,475 kg

(5,456.3 lb)

SKYACTIV-D 1.5

—

×

Manual

transaxle

555 kg

(1,223.5 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,490 kg

(5,489.4 lb)

SKYACTIV-D 1.5

×: Available

—: Not available

TRAILER NOSE WEIGHT: 50 kg (110.2 lb)

*1 The alphabetical letters at the end of the engine types are short for the following:

LP: Low-Power

MP: Medium-Power

HP: High-Power

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Germany and Austria/Gradient up to 8%

GROSS

COMBINATION

WEIGHT

TOTAL TRAILER

WEIGHT

MODEL

Emission i-stop i-ELOOP Trailer without Trailer with Trailer with

Engine^*1

Transaxle

level

system

brake

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

LP transaxle

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

1,100 kg

(2,425.0 lb)

2,600 kg

(5,731.9 lb)

EURO6

—

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

LP transaxle

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

1,100 kg

(2,425.0 lb)

2,600 kg

(5,731.9 lb)

EURO6

×

—

×

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

MP transaxle

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

1,100 kg

(2,425.0 lb)

2,605 kg

(5,742.9 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Automatic

MP transaxle

530 kg

(1,168.4 lb)

1,000 kg

(2,204.6 lb)

2,535 kg

(5,588.6 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

HP transaxle

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

1,100 kg

(2,425.0 lb)

2,605 kg

(5,742.9 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Automatic

HP transaxle

530 kg

(1,168.4 lb)

1,000 kg

(2,204.6 lb)

2,535 kg

(5,588.6 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

515 kg

(1,135.3 lb)

1,100 kg

(2,425.0 lb)

2,610 kg

(5,754.0 lb)

HP

transaxle

Manual

transaxle

550 kg

(1,212.5 lb)

1,100 kg

(2,425.0 lb)

2,675 kg

(5,897.3 lb)

SKYACTIV-D 1.5

—

×

Manual

transaxle

555 kg

(1,223.5 lb)

1,100 kg

(2,425.0 lb)

2,690 kg

(5,930.3 lb)

SKYACTIV-D 1.5

×: Available

—: Not available

TRAILER NOSE WEIGHT: 50 kg (110.2 lb)

*1 The alphabetical letters at the end of the engine types are short for the following:

LP: Low-Power

MP: Medium-Power

HP: High-Power

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Russia/Gradient up to 12%

GROSS

COMBINATION

WEIGHT

TOTAL TRAILER

WEIGHT

MODEL

Emission i-stop i-ELOOP Trailer without Trailer with Trailer with

Engine^*1

Transaxle

level

system

brake

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Manual

LP transaxle

500 kg

(1,102.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,385 kg

(5,257.9 lb)

EURO5

—

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Automatic

500 kg

(1,102.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,420 kg

(5,335.1 lb)

EURO5

—

×

LP

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Automatic

HP transaxle

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 Automatic

transaxle

500 kg

(1,102.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,420 kg

(5,335.1 lb)

500 kg

(1,102.3 lb)

900 kg

(1,984.1 lb)

2,430 kg

(5,357.1 lb)

HP

transaxle

×: Available

—: Not available

TRAILER NOSE WEIGHT: 50 kg (110.2 lb)

*1 The alphabetical letters at the end of the engine types are short for the following:

LP: Low-Power

HP: High-Power

Israel/Gradient up to 12% (Hatchback only)

GROSS

COMBINATION

WEIGHT

TOTAL TRAILER

WEIGHT

MODEL

Emission i-stop i-ELOOP Trailer without Trailer with Trailer with

Engine

Transaxle

level

system

brake

Manual

transaxle

535 kg

(1,179.4 lb)

750 kg

(1,653.4 lb)

2,253 kg

(4,966.9 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5

SKYACTIV-D 1.5

EURO6

—

Automatic

transaxle

540 kg

(1,190.4 lb)

750 kg

(1,653.4 lb)

2,270 kg

(5,004.4 lb)

EURO6

—

×

—

Automatic

transaxle

500 kg (1102.3

lb)

750 kg

(1,653.4 lb)

2,362 kg

(5,207.2 lb)

×: Available

—: Not available

TRAILER NOSE WEIGHT: 50 kg (110.2 lb)

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South Africa/Gradient up to 12% (Hatchback only)

GROSS

COMBINATION

WEIGHT

TOTAL TRAILER

WEIGHT

MODEL

Emission i-stop i-ELOOP Trailer without Trailer with Trailer with

Engine

Transaxle

level

system

brake

Manual

transaxle

450 kg (992.0

lb)

750 kg

(1,653.4 lb)

2,246 kg

(4,951.5 lb)

SKYACTIV-G 1.5

SKYACTIV-D 1.5

EURO4

—

Automatic

transaxle

250 kg (551.1

lb)

250 kg

(551.1 lb)

1,765 kg

(3,891.1 lb)

EURO4

—

×

—

Automatic

transaxle

130 kg (286.5

lb)

130 kg

(286.5 lb)

1,735 kg

(3,824.9 lb)

×: Available

—: Not available

TRAILER NOSE WEIGHT: 50 kg (110.2 lb)

WARNING

Always keep tow loads within speci¿ed limits as indicated in the Trailer Towing-Load

Table:

Attempting to tow loads greater than those speci¿ed is dangerous as it may cause

serious handling and performance problems that could result in personal injury or

vehicle damage, or both.

Always keep the trailer nose weight within the speci¿ed limits in the Trailer Towing-

Load Table:

Loading the trailer with more weight in the rear than in the front is dangerous. This

could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.

NOTE

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The total trailer weight and nose weight can be determined by weighing the trailer on

platform scales at a highway weighing station or a trucking company.

Appropriate total trailer weight and nose weight may prevent the danger of trailer sway

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from crosswinds, rough roads, or other causes.

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Trailer Hitch

When towing a trailer, use an appropriate trailer hitch. We recommend using a genuine

Mazda trailer hitch. Use the original holes drilled by the vehicle manufacture for securing

the trailer hitch. Contact your Authorised Mazda Dealer for more information.

Trailer hitch installation area

Unit: mm (in)

A:350—420 (13.8—16.5)

B:746.3 (29.382)

C:1017.9 (40.075)

C

MAX. 50 Kg (110 lb)

Hitch coupling point

A

B

C

Tyres

When towing a trailer, make sure all tyres are inÀated to the recommended cold-tyre

pressure, as indicated on the tyre pressure chart on the driver's door frame. Trailer tyre size,

load rating, and inÀation pressures should conform to tyre manufacturer speci¿cations.

WARNING

Never use the temporary spare tyre when towing:

Using the temporary spare tyre on your vehicle when towing a trailer is dangerous as it

could result in tyre failure, loss of control, and injury to vehicle occupants.

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Safety Chains

Safety chains must be used as a precautionary measure should the trailer become

unintentionally unhitched. They should cross under the trailer tongue and attach to the hitch.

Leave enough slack to allow full turns. Consult literature published by your trailer or hitch

manufacturer for more details.

WARNING

Make sure the safety chain is securely attached to both the trailer and the vehicle prior

to departure:

Towing a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the trailer and

the vehicle is dangerous. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, the trailer

could wander into another lane and cause a collision.

Trailer Lights

CAUTION

Do not connect a trailer lighting system directly to the lighting system of your Mazda.

This may damage your vehicle's electrical system and lighting systems. To connect the

lighting system, consult an Authorised Mazda Dealer.

Trailer Brakes

Check the Maximum trailer towing-load table in Weight Limits (page 3-55), and if your

trailer weight exceeds the value in the TOTAL TRAILER WEIGHT (Trailer without brake),

trailer brakes are required.

If your trailer has brakes, make sure they meet regulations.

WARNING

Do not connect a hydraulic trailer-brake system to your vehicle's brake system:

Connecting a hydraulic trailer-brake system directly to the vehicle brake system is

dangerous and will result in inadequate braking and possible injury.

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Trailer Towing Tips

Before driving

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Verify that your Mazda maintains a near-normal attitude when a loaded or unloaded trailer

is connected. Do not drive if it has an abnormal front-up or front-down position. Inspect

for incorrect nose weight, worn suspension parts, and trailer overloading. Have the vehicle

inspected by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

Make sure the trailer cargo is secure to prevent it from shifting.

Make sure the mirrors meet all government regulations. Inspect them.

Before starting out, inspect the operation of all vehicle and trailer lights and all vehicle-

to-trailer connections. Stop and re-inspect all lights and connections after driving a short

distance.

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Driving

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Your Mazda will handle differently with a trailer in tow, so practice turning, backing, and

stopping in a traf¿c-free area.

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Take time to get accustomed to the extra weight and length.

Do not exceed 100 km/h (62 mph) with a trailer in tow. If the local legal maximum speed

with a trailer in tow is less than 100 km/h (62 mph), do not exceed the legal speed.

CAUTION

If the vehicle exceeds 100 km/h (62 mph) with a trailer in tow, the vehicle could be

damaged.

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When ascending a hill, shift into a lower gear to reduce the possibility of overloading or

overheating the engine, or both.

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When descending a hill, shift into a lower gear and use engine compression as a braking

effect. Pay constant attention to speed and use the brakes only as needed. Holding the

brake pedal down for a prolonged period may cause the brakes to overheat and lose

power.

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Parking

Avoid parking on an incline with a trailer. If this must be done, follow these instructions.

Parking on an Incline

1. Set the parking brake and the brakes.

2. Have someone block the wheels of the vehicle and trailer while you apply the brakes.

3. After the wheels are blocked, release the parking brake and the brakes slowly, allowing

the blocks to bear the load.

4. Set the parking brake ¿rmly.

5. If the vehicle has an automatic transaxle, put the selector lever in P. If it has a manual

transaxle, place the gear shift in 1 or R.

Starting on an Incline

1. Start the engine (page 4-5).

2. Release the parking brake and slowly pull away a short distance from the wheel blocks.

3. Stop on the nearest level ground, set the parking brake, and pick up the wheel blocks.

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