Speed Manual Transmission - Mazda 3 Smart Start Manual

Feature Highlights
SPORT A/T MANUAL ShifT MODE
The Sport A/T Manual Shift Mode gives you the
feel of driving a manual transmission by allowing
you to manually shift to control engine rpm and
torque when more control is desired.
To Use Manual Shift Mode:
• Shift the lever from D to M.
NOTE:
Changing to manual mode
can be done while driving the vehicle.
To Shift Up To A higher gear:
• Tap shift lever back (+) once.
To Shift Down To A Lower gear:
• Tap shift lever forward (-) once.
The transmission will automatically adjust how and when it shifts gears
based on road conditions and your driving style. The transmission may stay
in a lower gear longer than usual when going up or down hills or driving
around corners. This feature gives you better control and a more connected
driving experience.
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6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMiSSiON

• Push the clutch pedal completely down
to start the engine and to shift gears.
• To place the transmission in Reverse,
place shifter in the neutral position, push
the shifter knob down, move to the left
and push forward.
TURBOChARgER TiPS (MAzDASPEED3 only)
After driving at freeway speeds or up a long hill, idle engine at least
30 seconds in order to cool turbocharger. Avoid shutting the engine off
abruptly after a hard or long drive as turbocharger damage may result.
• D o NOT race or over-rev ANY engine when starting, particularly a
turbocharged engine.
• D o NOT add aftermarket devices to alter the engine's ignition, fuel
delivery, or turbo boost pressure, as this may lead to serious engine
damage and void your warranty.
PORTABLE AUDiO PLAYER iNTEgRATiON USiNg ThE AUX JACK
Your vehicle is equipped with an AUX or
auxiliary jack that will allow you to play your
portable audio player through the vehicle's
audio system. Learn the system when parked
and do not let it distract you while driving.
NOTE:
You will need an audio cable with an 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini stereo plug
(available as a Genuine Mazda accessory) to connect your portable audio player
into the aux jack.
Refer to the Owner's Manual for additional information.
L ocate the AUX jack inside the center console.
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2 Plug 1/8 inch mini stereo plug into the portable audio player and into
the AUX jack. Turn portable audio player on.
3 Turn the vehicle audio system on.
P ush the AUX button on the audio face OR the
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MODE button on the steering wheel controls.
Use the portable audio player controls to play music.
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iMPORTANT:
Set the volume level on your portable audio player to the highest
level before distortion starts, then adjust the volume on the audio system.
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