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Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

Form No. 8S06-EA-03H

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Shift-Lock Override

If the shift lever won’t move from P using 
the proper shift procedure, continue to 
hold down the pedal.

1. Remove the shift-lock override cover 

with a screwdriver or similar tool.

2. Push the shift-lock override button 

down.

3. Move the shift lever.

4. Take the vehicle to an Authorized 

Mazda Dealer to have the system 
checked.

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Overdrive

Overdrive operation

In D, the transaxle automatically shifts to 
overdrive, which improves fuel economy 
and reduces noise.

To allow engine braking when going 
down a steep grade, make sure the 
overdrive button is in the off position.

And for a smoother ride with less shifting, 
don’t use it when:

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Going up a steep grade.

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Driving in stop-and-go traffic.

•

Pulling heavy loads.

To turn off the overdrive, push the 
button.

The transaxle will then shift through a 4-
gear sequence in D.
Shift patterns without overdrive:
D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
3 = 2nd, 3rd
2 = 2nd

To turn it on, push the button again.

Shift patterns with overdrive:
D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
3 = 2nd, 3rd
2 = 2nd

Cover

Shift-lock
override button

Overdrive button

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