2005 Mazda Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual - Page 104

MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page104 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:4 PM Black plate (104,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 4. Move the shift lever. NOTE l qOverdrive Overdrive operation In D, the transmission 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. Shift lever When the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK position, the shift lever cannot be shifted from P. If the brake is pumped with the shift lever in P, a chattering near the shift lever may be heard. This does not indicate an abnormality. To be sure the vehicle is in park, the ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in P. l l Overdrive button qShift-Lock Override If the shift lever won't move from P using the proper shift procedure, continue to hold down the pedal. 1. Remove the shift-lock override cover with a screwdriver. 2. Insert a screwdriver and push it down. And for a smoother ride with less shifting, don't use it when: l l l Going up a steep grade. Driving in stop-and-go traffic. Pulling heavy loads. To turn off the overdrive, push the button. The transmission will then shift through a 3-gear sequence in D. Shift patterns without overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd 2 = 2nd 1 = 1st 3. Push and hold the lock-release button. 4. Move the shift lever. 5. Take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system checked. To turn it on, push the button again. Shift patterns with overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th 2 = 2nd 1 = 1st 5-12 Form No.8T72-EA-04G