Mazda 2012 CX5 Specifications download pdf (Page 178)

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Shifting

Manually Shifting up

(M1 → M2 → M3 → M4 → M5 → M6)

To shift up to a higher gear, tap the shift

lever back (

) once.

NOTE

l

When driving slowly, the gears may not

shift up.

l

In manual shift mode, do not run the engine

with the tachometer needle in the RED

ZONE. When the engine rpm is high, a gear

may shift up automatically to protect the

engine.

l

When depressing the accelerator fully, the

transaxle will shift to a lower gear,

depending on vehicle speed (Except M2 →

M1).

Manually Shifting down

(M6 → M5 → M4 → M3 → M2 → M1)

To shift down to a lower gear, tap the shift

lever forward (

) once.

WARNING

Do not use engine braking on slippery

road surfaces or at high speeds:

Shifting down wh ile driving on wet,

snowy, or frozen roads, or while

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.

NOTE

l

When driving at high speeds, the gear may

not shift down.

l

During deceleration, the gear may

automatically shift down depending on

vehicle speed.

l

When depressing the accelerator fully, the

transaxle will shift to a lower gear,

depending on vehicle speed (Except M2 →

M1).

4-50

When Driving

Transaxle

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