2003 Mazda Protege5 Owner's Manual - Page 106

J39L_EA.book Page 11 Saturday, June 8, 2002 5:35 PM 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. WARNING Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting down while driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident. Do not cause sudden engine braking on slippery road surfaces or at high speeds. M Shift-Lock System The shift-lock system 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 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 three-gear sequence in D. Shift patterns without overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd 2 = 2nd 1 = 1st To turn it on, push the button again. Shift patterns with overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th 2 = 2nd 1 = 1st • 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. 5-11 Form No. 8Q94-EA-02G