Mazda 2008 MX-5 Miata - Manual (Page 162)

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qShift-Lock System
The shift-lock system prevents shifting
out of P unless the brake pedal is
depressed.
To shift from P:
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine.
3. Move the shift lever.
NOTE
l When the ignition switch is in the LOCK
position, the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P.
l To be sure the vehicle is in park, the
ignition key cannot be removed unless the
shift lever is in P.
l (With Advanced Key)
The ignition switch cannot be turned from
the ACC position to the LOCK position
when the shift lever is not in P.
qManual Shift Mode
This mode gives you the feel of driving a
manual transmission vehicle by operating
the shift lever and allows you to control
engine rpm and torque to the rear wheels
much like a manual transmission when
more control is desired.
To change to manual shift mode, shift the
lever from D to M.
To return to automatic shift mode, shift
the lever from M to D.
NOTE
If you change to manual shift mode when the
vehicle is stopped, the gear will shift to M1.
Indicators
Shift position indicator
In manual shift mode, the
“M” of the shift
position indicator in the instrument panel
illuminates.
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