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.
- Remove the shift-lock override cover using a cloth-wrapped flat head screwdriver.
- Insert a screwdriver and push it down.
- Press and hold the lock-release button.
- 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 ...
Other materials:
Washer Motor Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front mudguard (RH)..
3. Disconnect the washer motor connector.
4. After connecting washer motor terminal A to the positive battery terminal,
and terminal B to the negative battery terminal, verify that washer fluid flows
to the wind ...
Shift Position Indication
The selector position is indicated when the
ignition is switched ON.
Gear position indication
In manual shift mode, the “M” of the shift
position indication illuminates and the
numeral for the selected gear is displayed.
Warning Light
The warning light turns on when the
system has a malfun ...
Hood Release Cable Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the battery tray..
3. Remove the Front mudguard (LH)..
4. Remove the hood release cable from clips A.
5. Remove the clips B.
6. Disconnect the hood latch from the hood release cable.
7. Remove the hood release cable from outside of ...
