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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.

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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

O/D OFF indicator light

This light comes on when the overdrive
has been turned off.

CAUTION

If the overdrive-off indicator light
flashes, the transaxle has an electrical
problem. Continuing to drive your
Mazda in this condition could cause
damage to your transaxle. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.

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Driving Tips

Passing

For extra power when passing another
vehicle or climbing steep grades, depress
the accelerator fully. The transaxle will
shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle
speed.

Climbing steep grades from a stop

To climb a steep grade from a stopped
position:

1. Depress the brake pedal.

2. Shift to D or 2, depending on the load

weight and grade steepness.

3. Release all the brake pedal while

gradually accelerating.

Descending steep grades

When descending a steep grade, shift to 3
or 2, depending on load weight and grade
steepness. Descend slowly, using the
brakes only occasionally to prevent them
from overheating.

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  • 1. Depress the brake pedal.
  • 2. Shift to D or 2, depending on the load weight and grade steepness.
  • 3. Release all the brake pedal while gradually accelerating.

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