Mazda B2300 2001 Manual page 153

t 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. When you come to a stop,
do not downshift through each gear.
Disengage the clutch and use as neces-
sary. Downshifting through the gears
decreases fuel economy.
Maximum Downshift Speeds
(For Overdrive*)
Transfer Case Position
Shift Shift
2H or 4H**
from:
Overdrive 55 mph
to Fourth (88 km/h)
Fourth to 45 mph
Third (72 km/h)
Third to 35 mph
Second (56 km/h)
Second to 20 mph
First (32 km/h)
*Downshift at lower speeds when driving on
slippery surfaces.
**Use the following for 4x2 applications.
t Parking
To park your vehicle, apply the service
brake, shift into N (Neutral) while still
maintaining pressure on the service brake
4L
pedal. Set the parking brake fully. Shift
22 mph
into 1 (First) and turn off the ignition.
(35 km/h)
18 mph
(29 km/h)
14 mph
Parking in Neutral:
(22 km/h)
Do not park your vehicle in N (Neu-
8 mph
tral). Use 1 (First) gear and set the
(13 km/h)
parking brake fully. If you do not
take these precautions, your vehicle
may move unexpectedly and injure
someone.
Driving Your Mazda
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