Mazda 3 2004 Owner's Manual page 194

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AUTOHOLD is a function to keep the

vehicle stopped by applying the brakes

even if you take your foot oﬀ the brake

pedal while the vehicle is stopped. This

function reduces the burden on the

driver while the vehicle is stopped,

such as at traﬃc lights.

Warning and Cautions for

Using the AUTOHOLD

Do not rely completely on the

AUTOHOLD function.

The AUTOHOLD function is only

designed to assist the brake operation

while the vehicle is stopped.

Neglecting to operate the brakes and

relying only on the AUTOHOLD system

is dangerous and could result in an

unexpected accident if the vehicle

were to suddenly move. Operate the

brakes appropriately in accordance

with the road and surrounding

conditions. Note that the vehicle may

move suddenly depending on the

vehicle's load or if it is towing

Do not release your foot from the

brake pedal while the vehicle is

stopped on a steep grade.

Because there is a possibility of the

vehicle not being held in the stopped

position by the AUTOHOLD function,

the vehicle may move unexpectedly

and result in an accident.

Refrain from using the AUTOHOLD

function on slippery roads such as icy

or snow-covered roads, or unpaved

Even if the vehicle is held in the

stopped position by the AUTOHOLD

function, the vehicle may move

unexpectedly and result in an accident.

Operate the accelerator pedal, brakes,

or steering wheel appropriately as