Driving Your Mazda; Manual Transmission; Manual Transmission Shift- Page 150

Driving Your Mazda

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Manual Transmission

WARNING

Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch:
If you see or smell fuel, do not reset
the switch or try to start your vehicle.
You could injure yourself or others.
Have all the passengers get out of
the vehicle and call the local fire
department or a towing service.

If your engine cranks but does not start
after a collision:

1. Turn the key in the ignition to OFF.

2. Check the fuel system for leaks.

3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the

switch by pushing in the red button on
the switch. If the button is already set,
you may have a different mechanical
problem.

4. Turn the ignition key ON for a few

seconds, then turn it OFF.

5. Make a further check for leaks in the

system. 

If you see or smell fuel, do

not start your vehicle again.

 If you

do not see or smell fuel, you can try
to start your vehicle again.

6. Check all vehicle warning lights

before driving your vehicle.

Operation

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Manual Transmission Shift
Pattern

The gearshift for a manual transmission
is mounted on the floor. The gearshift
pattern consists of seven positions: Neu-
tral, five forward gears and reverse.