Mazda 3 Owners Manual: 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 button.
- Move the selector lever.
NOTE
- When the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is switched off, the selector lever cannot be shifted from P.
- The ignition cannot be switched to OFF if the selector lever is not in P.
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
automatically controls the transaxle shift
points to best suit the road conditions
and driver input. This improves driving
feel. The transaxle may switch to AAS
mode w ...
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
screw ...
Other materials:
Cargo Compartment Light Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the service hole and pry with
the screwdriver in the direction shown by the arrow to remove the cargo compartment
light.
3. Disconnect the connector.
4. Remove the cargo compartment light.
5 ...
Drive Selection
Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the
sport mode
is selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced. This
provides
additional quick acceleration which may be needed to safely make maneuvers such
as lane
changes, merging onto freeways ...
Quarter Window Glass Installation
WARNING:
Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using
a razor.
CAUTION:
If a door is opened or closed when all the window glass is closed, the resulting
change in air pressure could cause the sealant to crack preventing the proper
insta ...
