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Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
wOverdrive
To turn it on, push the button again.
Overdrive operation
Shift patterns with overdrive:
D
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
2nd
In D, the transaxle automatically shifts to
overdrive, which improves fuel economy
and reduces noise.
Without Traction
Control System
With Traction
Control System
1
2
1st, 2nd
1st
To allow engine braking when going
down a steep grade, make sure the
overdrive button is in the off position.
O/D OFF indicator light
Overdrive button
This light comes on when the overdrive
has been turned off.
CAUTION
And for a smoother ride with less shifting,
don’t use it when:
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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Going up a steep grade.
Driving in stop-and-go traffic.
Pulling heavy loads.
To turn off the overdrive, push the
button.
The transaxle will then shift through a
three-gear sequence in D.
Shift patterns without overdrive:
D
Without Traction
Control System
1st, 2nd, 3rd
2nd
2
With Traction
Control System
1st, 2nd
1st
1
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Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
| Categories | Mazda 626 Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2002 |
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