Mazda CX-3: Manual Transaxle Operation / Recommendations for Shifting
Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Mazda
recommends these shift points:
![Mazda CX-3. Recommendations for Shifting](images/recommendations_for_shifting-137/1/mazda_cx_3__recommendations_for_shifting_184.jpg)
For cruising, Mazda recommends these
shift points:
![Mazda CX-3. Recommendations for Shifting](images/recommendations_for_shifting-137/1/mazda_cx_3__recommendations_for_shifting_185.jpg)
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.
The GSI supports you to obtain optimum
fuel economy and smooth driving. It
displays the selected gear position in the
instrument cluster as well as notifies the
driver to change to the most suitable gear
position corresponding to the actual
driving condition...
Other information:
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The EPB equipment applies the parking
brake using an electric motor. When the parking brake is applied, the EPB switch
indicator light turns on.
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the parking
brake applied: If the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake applied, the brake parts may
generate heat and the brake system may
not operate, leading to an accident...
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Opening the liftgate with Electric liftgate opener
Unlock the doors and liftgate, then press
the electric liftgate opener on the liftgate and raise the liftgate when the
latch
releases.
![Mazda CX-3. Opening and Closing the Liftgate](images/books/1/mazda_cx_3__opening_and_closing_the_liftgate_122.gif)
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