Mazda CX-3: Manual Shift Mode / Second Gear Fixed Mode

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual / When Driving / Automatic Transaxle / Manual Shift Mode / Second Gear Fixed Mode

When the selector lever is moved back Mazda CX-3. Second Gear Fixed Mode while the vehicle speed is about 10 km/h (6.2 mph) or less, the transaxle is set in the second gear fixed mode. The gear is fixed in second while in this mode for easier acceleration from a stop and driving on slippery roads such as snow-covered roads. If the selector lever is moved back Mazda CX-3. Second Gear Fixed Mode or forward while in the second gear fixed mode, the mode will be canceled.

Manually Shifting Down

You can shift gears down by operating the selector lever or the steering shift switches*. M6 → M5 → M4 → M3 → M2→ M1 Using selector lever To shift down to a lower gear, tap the selector lever forward once...

Shift Gear (Shifting) Speed Limit

For each gear position while in the manual mode, the speed limit is set as follows: When the selector lever is operated within the range of the speed limit, the gear is shifted...

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Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual: Volume/Display/Sound Controls

Commander switch Audio control switch Volume adjustment Turn the commander switch volume dial. The volume switch on the steering switch can also be pressed. NOTE Press the volume dial to switch the audio MUTE on and off. Display setting Select the icon on the home screen to display the Settings screen...

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual: Driving on Uneven Road

Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps. Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when driving under the following conditions: Ascending or descending a slope with a sharp transition angle Ascending or descending a driveway or trailer ramp with a sharp transition angle This vehicle is equipped with low profile tires allowing class-leading performance and handling...