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Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Shift-Lock Override

If the selector lever will not move from P using the proper shift procedure, continue to hold down the brake pedal.

  1. Remove the shift-lock override cover using a cloth-wrapped flat head screwdriver.
  2. Insert a screwdriver and push it down.

Mazda 3. Shift-Lock Override


  1. Press and hold the lock-release button.
  2. Move the selector lever.

Take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system checked.

Shift-Lock System
The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed. To shift from P: Depress and hold the brake pedal. Start the engine. Press and hold the lock-release b ...

Manual Shift Mode
The manual shift mode gives you the feel of driving a manual transaxle vehicle by allowing you to operate the selector lever manually. This allows you to control engine rpm and torque to the drive ...

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Aerodynamic Under Cover No.1 Removal/Installation
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2.. 2. Peel off the front mudguard.. 3. Remove the bolts and fastener. 4. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.1 in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the aerodynamic under cover No.1 durin ...

Coupler Component Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL]
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Maintenance Monitor (Type A audio)
“Oil Change” with a flexible setting *1 is available. Consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer when you want to change the setting *2 . Once the system turns on, the wrench indicator light in the instrument cluster will be illuminated when remaining oil life becomes less than 500 km (300 mi ...

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