Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Recommendations for Shifting (for Vehicles without Gear Shift Indication)
Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Mazda recommends these shift points: (U.S.A. and Canada)
For cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points: (U.S.A. and Canada)
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade , downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed.
On a steep downgrade , downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life
Gear Shift Indicator
The gear shift indicator supports you to
obtain optimum fuel economy and smooth
driving. It displays the selected gear
position in the instrument cluster as well
as notifies the driver to change t ...
Automatic Transaxle Controls
Various Lockouts:
Indicates that you must depress
the brake pedal and hold in the lock-release
button to shift (The ignition must be switched ON).
Indicates the shift lever can be
shifted ...
Other materials:
Towing
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Government and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheel (front wheels) off the
ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.
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Rear Bumper Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the rear combination light..
3. Remove the fastener A and screw B.
4. Remove the rear splash shield..
5. Remove the screws C.
6. Remove the bolts D.
7. Affix the protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
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Trunk Lid Opener Switch Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the trunk lid trim..
3. Remove the high-mount brake light..
4. Remove the trunk lid opener switch..
5. Verify the continuity of trunk lid opener switch terminals A and B.
6. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
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