Mazda CX-8, Quick Manual

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Shift-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. 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 position.

The ignition cannot be switched to OFF
if the selector lever is not in P position.
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Shift-Lock Override
If the selector lever will not move from P
position using the proper shift procedure,
continue to hold down the brake pedal.
Type A
1. Remove the shift-lock override cover
using a cloth-wrapped flat head
screwdriver.
2. Insert a screwdriver and push it down.
Cover
Lock-release button
3. Press and hold the lock-release button.
4. Move the selector lever.
Take the vehicle to an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer to have the system checked.
Type B
1. Press the lock-release button with the
button pressed.
Lock-release button
Button
2. Move the selector lever.
Take the vehicle to an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer to have the system checked.
When Driving
Automatic Transaxle
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