Recommendations for Shifting- Page 185

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Recommendations for Shifting

Upshifting

For normal acceleration and cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points:

(U.S.A. and Canada)

Gear

Vehicle speed

*1

M1 to M2

24 km/h (15 mph)

M2 to M3

40 km/h (25 mph)

M3 to M4

65 km/h (40 mph)

M4 to M5

73 km/h (45 mph)

M5 to M6

81 km/h (50 mph)

*

1 Always observe local speed limit regulations.

Downshifting

When you must slow down in heavy tra

ffi

c or on a steep upgrade, downshift before

the engine starts to overwork. This gives better acceleration when you need more

speed.

On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake

life.

When Driving

Automatic Transmission

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