2004 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 152

Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving O/D OFF indicator light M Driving Tips Passing For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing steep grades, depress the accelerator fully. The transaxle will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed. This light comes on when the overdrive has been turned off. Climbing steep grades from a stop To climb a steep grade from a stopped position: 1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Shift to D or 2, depending on the load weight and grade steepness. 3. Release all brakes while gradually accelerating. Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to 3 or 2, depending on load weight and grade steepness. Descend slowly, using the brakes only occasionally to prevent them from overheating. CAUTION If the overdrive-off indicator light flashes, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 5-13