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Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

Form No. 8R09-EA-02G

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Shift-Lock Override

If the shift lever won’t move from P with 
the brake pedal depressed, continue to 
hold down the pedal.

1. Remove the shift-lock override cover 

with a screwdriver.

2. Insert a screwdriver and push it down.

3. Push and hold the lock-release button.

4. Move the shift lever.

5. Take the vehicle to an Authorized 

Mazda Dealer to have the system 
checked.

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Overdrive

Overdrive operation

In D, the transmission 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.

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Pulling heavy loads.

To turn off the overdrive, push the 
button.

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

To turn it on, push the button again.

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

Shift lever

Overdrive button

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