Mazda CX-3: Automatic Transaxle / Shift-Lock System
The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed.
To shift from P:
- Depress and hold the brake pedal.
- Start the engine.
- Press and hold the lock-release button.
- Move the selector lever.
NOTE
When the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is switched off, the selector lever cannot be shifted from P position.
The ignition cannot be switched to OFF if the selector lever is not in P position.
Shift-Lock Override
If the selector lever will not move from P using the proper shift procedure, continue to hold down the brake pedal.
- Remove the shift-lock override cover using a cloth-wrapped flat head screwdriver.
- Insert a screwdriver and push it down.
- Press and hold the lock-release button.
- Move the selector lever.
Take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system checked.
Automatic Transaxle Controls
Various Lockouts:
- Indicates that you must
depress the brake pedal and hold in the lock-release
button to shift (The ignition must be switched ON)...
Transaxle Ranges
The shift position indication in the
instrument cluster illuminates.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights.
The selector lever must be in P or N
position to operate the starter...
Other information:
Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: Windshield Wipers and Washer
The ignition must be switched ON to use the wipers. WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident...
Mazda CX-3 (2015-2025) Owner's Manual: Plastic Part Maintenance
When cleaning the plastic lenses of the lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene, rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline detergents. Otherwise, these chemical agents can discolor or damage the surfaces resulting in a significant loss in functionality...
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Outside Mirrors
WARNING
Be sure to look over your shoulder before changing lanes:
Changing lanes without taking into account the actual distance of the vehicle in the convex mirror is dangerous. You could have a serious accident. What you see in the convex mirror is closer than it appears.
Mirror type
Flat type (driver's side)
