2003 Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual - Page 104

shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 3.0-liter engine For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points. 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 27 km/h (17 mph) 48 km/h (30 mph) 56 km/h (35 mph) 63 km/h (39 mph) Automatic Transaxle Controls For cruising 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 13 km/h (8 mph) 34 km/h (21 mph) 52 km/h (32 mph) 66 km/h (41 mph) 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. Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position. 5-10 Form No. 8R29-EA-02I