Mazda 3 Quiz
When Driving

Shift-Lock System

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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. Press and hold the lock-release button.
  4. Move the selector lever.

NOTE

  • When the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is switched off, the selector lever cannot be shifted from P.
  • The ignition cannot be switched to OFF if the selector lever is not in P.

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