2003 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 134
2003 Mazda MPV Manual
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J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 11 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Overdrive Overdrive operation In D, the transaxle automatically shifts to overdrive, which improves fuel economy and reduces noise. To allow engine braking when going down a steep grade, make sure the overdrive button is in the off position. O/D OFF indicator light This light comes on when the overdrive has been turned off. 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. Overdrive button And for a smoother ride with less shifting, don't use it when: • Going up a steep grade. • Driving in stop-and-go traffic. • Pulling heavy loads. To turn off the overdrive, push the button. The transaxle will then shift through a 4gear sequence in D. Shift patterns without overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th 3 = 2nd, 3rd 2 = 2nd To turn it on, push the button again. Shift patterns with overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th 3 = 2nd, 3rd 2 = 2nd 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. 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. 5-11 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G