2002 Mazda 626 Owner's Manual - Page 90

J94S.book Page 10 Saturday, June 23, 2001 1:04 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Shift-Lock System For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift-lock, which prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed. To shift from P: 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal. 2. Start the engine. 3. Push and hold the lock-release button. 4. Move the shift lever. NOTE WARNING Shifting from N or P: It's dangerous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when the engine is running faster than idle. If this is done, the vehicle could move suddenly, causing an accident or serious injury. If the engine is running faster than idle, don't shift from N or P into a driving gear. D (Drive) D is the normal driving position. From a stop, the transaxle will automatically shift through a 4-gear sequence. 2 (Second) The 2 position is helpful when driving in heavy, slow-moving traffic and climbing hills, for engine braking assist when going down hills, or for starting on slick surfaces and other situations where gentle acceleration may be necessary. Do not exceed the following speeds in the 2 position. 2.0-liter engine 2.5-liter engine 116 km/h (72 mph) 104 km/h (65 mph) • When the ignition switch is in the LOCK position, the transaxle cannot be shifted from P. • To be sure the vehicle is in park, the ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in P. 1 (Low) Use the 1 position for maximum power in hard-pulling situations, or for climbing and descending very steep grades. Do not exceed the following speeds in the 1 position. 2.0-liter engine 2.5-liter engine 63 km/h (39 mph) 60 km/h (38 mph) 5-10 Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G