Mazda 2009 Mazda6 Owner's Manual page 155

qRecommendations for Shifting
Upshifting
For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift
points.
Gear
1 to 2 24 km/h (15 mph)
2 to 3 43 km/h (27 mph)
3 to 4 56 km/h (35 mph)
4 to 5 72 km/h (45 mph)
5 to 6 90 km/h (56 mph)
For cruising
Gear
1 to 2 16 km/h (10 mph)
2 to 3 32 km/h (20 mph)
3 to 4 48 km/h (30 mph)
4 to 5 60 km/h (37 mph)
5 to 6 71 km/h (44 mph)
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.
Vehicle speed
Vehicle speed
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