Cylinder Deactivation; When Driving; When the cylinder deactivation function- Page 151

2019 Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback Owners Manual

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When Driving
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Cylinder Deactivation

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Cylinder Deactivation

The cylinder deactivation is a function
designed to reduce fuel consumption and
improve fuel economy by deactivating 2
out of the 4 cylinders while driving. The
function constantly determines which is
better for driving; 4 cylinders or 2
cylinders, regardless of the driver's
operations, and it performs the switching
automatically.

When the cylinder deactivation function
does not operate

The cylinder deactivation function does
not operate under the following
conditions.

The selector lever is in the P, N, or R
position (automatic transmission), or 1st
gear (manual transmission).

The engine oil temperature or engine
coolant temperature is low.

After disconnecting the battery
terminals for some reason, such as for
battery replacement.

When Driving

Start/Stop Engine

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