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:
Magnetic Clutch Adjustment [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Measure the clearance around the entire circumference between the pressure
plate and A/C compressor pulley using a thickness gauge.
2. Verify the clearance.
If not within the specification, remove the pressure plate and adjust the
clearance by changing the shim (0.2 mm {0.008 i ...
Vehicle Loading
WARNING
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:
Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been
designed to tow a
trailer and doing so will aff ect the drive system which could result in
vehicle damage.
This section will guide you in the proper l ...
Shroud Panel Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Because the shroud panel is installed to the bumper reinforcement, support
the shroud panel using a jack before removing the bumper reinforcement so as
not to apply excessive force to the shroud panel.
Since the servicing is performed with the hood open, secure the hoo ...
