2023 MAZDA CX30 transmission

NOTE
If the vehicle comes to a stop while in the second gear fixed mode, the gear remains
in second.
▼Recommendations for Shifting
Upshifting
For normal acceleration and cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points:
(U.S.A. and Canada)
Gear
Vehicle speed*1
M1 to M224 km/h (15 mph)
M2 to M3 40 km/h (25 mph)
M3 to M4 65 km/h (40 mph)
M4 to M5 73 km/h (45 mph)
M5 to M6 81 km/h (50 mph)
*1 Always observe local speed limit regulations.
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade, downshift before
the engine starts to overwork. This give s better acceleration when you need more
speed.

On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake
life.
When Driving
Automatic Transmission
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Direct Mode*
▼Direct Mode
Direct mode can be used for
temporarily switching gears by
operating the steering shift switch
while the vehicle is being driven with
the selector lever in the D position.
While in direct mode, the D and M
indication illuminate and the gear
position in use is illuminated.
1. Direct mode indication
2. Gear position indication

Direct mode is canceled (released)
under the following conditions.
The UP switch (+/OFF) is pulled
rearward for a certain amount of
time or longer.
The vehicle is driven for a certain
amount of time or longer (time
differs
depending on the driving
conditions while operating).
The vehicle is stopped or moving at a
slow speed.

NOTE
Shifting up and down while in direct
mode may not be possible depending
on the vehicle speed. In addition,
because direct mode is canceled
(released) depending on the rate of
acceleration or if the accelerator is fully
depressed, use of the manual shift
mode is recommended if you need to
drive the vehicle in a particular gear for
long periods.
When Driving
Automatic Transmission
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Driving Tips
▼Driving Tips
WARNING
Do not let the vehicle move in a
direction opposite to the direction
selected by the selector lever:
Do not let the vehicle move backward
with the selector lever in a forward
position, or do not let the vehicle
move forward with the selector lever in
the reverse position. Otherwise, the
engine may stop, causing the loss of
the power brake and power steering
functions, and make it difficult to
control the vehicle which could result
in an accident.
Pa s s i n g
For extra power when passing another
vehicle or climbing steep grades,
depress the accelerator fully. The
transmission will shift to a lower gear,
depending on vehicle speed.
NOTE
The accelerator pedal may initially
feel heavy as it is being depressed,
then feel lighter as it is depressed
further. This change in pedal force
aids the engine control system in
determining how much the
accelerator pedal has been
depressed for performing kickdown,
and functions to control whether or
not kickdown should be performed.
Climbing steep grades from a stop
To climb a steep grade from a stopped
position:
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Shift to D or M1, depending on the
load weight and grade steepness.
3. Release the brake pedal while
gradually accelerating.
Descending steep grades
When descending a steep grade, shift
to lower gears, depending on load
weight and grade steepness. Descend
slowly, using the brakes only
occasionally to prevent them from
overheating.
When Driving
Automatic Transmission
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▼Pre-programming the HomeLink
System
NOTE
It is recommended that a new battery
be placed in the hand-held transmitter
of the device being programmed to
HomeLink for quic
ker training and
accurate transmission of the
radio-frequency signal.
Verify that there is a remote control
transmitter available for the device
you would like to program.
▼ Programming the HomeLink
System
The HomeLink system provides 3
buttons which can be individually
selected and programmed using the
transmitters for current, on-market
devices as follows:
1. Press and release the HomeLink
button you would like to program.
The indicator light flashes slowly in
amber when the button is pressed.
1. Indicator light
2. HomeLink button

2. Hold the hand-held transmitter 2.5 to 7.5 cm (1 to 3 in) away from the
HomeLink button you would like to
program while keeping the
indicator light in view.
NOTE
Depending on the hand-held
transmitter, it may be easier to do
the programming by holding it 15
to 20 cm (6 to 7.8 in) away from
the HomeLink button.
3. Press the hand-held transmitter button continuously until the
indicator light changes from amber
(flashing) to green (on/flashing).
NOTE
Some gate operators and garage
door openers may require you to
replace this Programming Step 3
with procedures noted in the “Gate
Operator/Canadian Programming”
section.
4. Press the HomeLink button again to check if the programming has been
completed.
If the indicator light remains on in
green, the programming is
complete and the device
becomes operational.
If the indicator light flashes
rapidly in green, firmly press and
hold the Homelink button and
release it after two seconds have
passed. Repeat this process up to
three times to complete the
programming. The device
becomes operational and
programming is complete. If the
device does not operate, go to
the next step.
5. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,
locate the “learn” or “smart” button.
This can usually be found where the
hanging antenna wire is attached to
the motor-head unit.
6. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and
color of the button may vary by
manufacturer.)
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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NOTE
Complete the programming within
30 seconds.
7. Return to the vehicle and firmly press and hold the Homelink
button, and then release it after
two seconds have passed. Repeat
the “ press/hold/release ” sequence
a second time, and, depending on
the brand of the garage door
opener (or other rolling code
equipped device), repeat this
sequence a third time to complete
the programming process.
Press the programmed HomeLink
button and make sure that the
HomeLink System operates.
8. If the status indicator arrows are flashing , refer to Garage Door
Two-Way Communication.
1. Indicator light
NOTE
To program the remaining two
HomeLink buttons, go back to Step 1
of Programming the HomeLink System
and repeat the procedure.
For questions or comments, please
contact HomeLink at
www.homelink.com or
www.youtube.com/
HomeLinkGentex , or the HomeLink
toll-free hotline at 1-800-355-3515
(for calls placed outside of the USA,
Canada, and Puerto Rico, international
rates will apply and may differ based
on landline or mobile phone).
▼ Gate operator/Canadian
Programming
Canadian radio-frequency laws require
transmitter signals to “time-out” (or
quit) after several seconds of
transmission
― which may not be long
enough for HomeLink to pick up the
signal during programming. Similar to
this Canadian law, some U.S. gate
operators are designed to “time-out”
in the same manner.

If you live in Canada or are having
difficulties programming a gate
operator by using the programming
procedures (regardless of where you
live), replace Step 3 of Programming
the HomeLink System with the
following:
NOTE
If programming a garage door opener
or gate operator, it is advised to unplug
the device during the “cycling” process
to prevent possible overheating.
While the indicator light is flashing in
amber, press the button on the
hand-held transmitter for 2 seconds
and release it repeatedly until the
indicator light changes from amber to
green.
Go back to Step 4 of Programming the
HomeLink System to complete the
procedure.
When Driving
Switches and Controls
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▼To Resume Cruising Speed at More
Than 30 km/h (19 mph)
If the cruise control system is
temporarily canceled (such as by
applying the brake pedal) and the
system is still activated, the most
recent set speed will automatically
resume when the RES switch is
pressed.
If vehicle speed is below 30 km/h (19
mph), increase the vehicle speed up to
30 km/h (19 mph) or more and press
the RES switch.
▼To Te m p o ra r i l y C a n c e l
To temporarily cancel the system, use
one of these methods:
Slightly depress the brake pedal.Press the CANCEL switch.
If the RES switch is pressed when the
vehicle speed is 30 km/h (19 mph) or
higher, the system reverts to the
previously set speed.
NOTE
If any of the fo llowing conditions
occur, the cruise control system is
temporarily canceled.
Even when the brake pedal is
slightly depressed.
The DSC is operating.There is a problem in the system.Any of the doors is opened.The driver's seat belt is unfastened.The parking brake is applied.The selector lever is in the P, N, or
R position.
When the cruise control system is
temporarily canceled by even one of
the applicable cancel conditions, the
speed cannot be re-set.
The cruise control cannot be
canceled while driving in manual
mode (selector lever shifted from D
to M position). Therefore, engine
braking will not be applied even if
the transmission is shifted down to a
lower gear. If deceleration is
required, lower the set speed or
depress the brake pedal.
▼ To D e a c t i va t e
Press the cruise switch again.
When Driving
Cruise Control
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No.FUSE RAT-
ING PROTECTED COMPONENT
F8 15 A Engine control system
F9 15 A Transmission control system
F10 15 A Engine control system
F11 7.5 A Air conditioner
F12 15 A Engine control system
F13 ――
F14 20 A Front seat warmer
*
F15――
F16 15 A For protection of various circuits
F17 ――
F18 15 A For protection of various circuits
F19 60 A Power steering system
F20 15 A Headlight (LH) 1
F21 15 A Headlight (RH) 1
F22 15 A Keyless system
F23 30 A ABS, Dynamic stability control system
F24 15 A Headlight (LH) 2
F25 15 A Headlight (RH) 2
F26 7.5 A On board diagnostics
F27 25 A For protection of various circuits
F28 25 A For protection of various circuits
F29 15 A Windshield washer
F30 15 A Accessory sockets
F31 15 A Horn
F32 15 A Headlights
F33 ――
F34 ――
F35 50A ABS, Dynamic stability control system
F36 ――
F37 40 A Rear window defogger
F38 50 A For protection of various circuits
F39 ――
F40 40 A Air conditioner
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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To w i n g D e s c r i p t i o n
▼Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done
only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer
or a commercial tow-truck service.

Proper lifting and towing are necessary
to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Particularly when towing an AWD
vehicle, where all the wheels are
connected to the drive train, proper
transporting of the vehicle is absolutely
essential to avoid damaging the drive
system. Government and local laws
must be followed.
1. Wheel dollies

A towed FWD vehicle should have its
drive wheels (front wheels)
off the
ground. If excessive damage or other
conditions prevent this, use wheel
dollies.

When towing a FWD vehicle with the
rear wheels on the ground, release the
parking brake.
Refer to Electric Parking Brake (EPB) on
page 4-72.

A towed AWD vehicle must have all its
wheels off the ground.
WARNING
Always tow an AWD vehicle with all
four wheels
off the ground:
Towing an AWD vehicle with either the
front or rear wheels on the ground is
dangerous as the drive train could be
damaged, or the vehicle could trail
away from the tow truck and cause an
accident. If the drive train has been
damaged, transport the vehicle on a
flatbed truck.
CAUTION
 Do not tow the vehicle pointed
backward with driving wheels on the
ground. This may cause internal
damage to the transmission.
Do not tow with sling-type
equipment. This could damage your
vehicle. Use wheel-lift or flatbed
equipment.
If Trouble Arises
Emergency Towing
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