Mazda 3 2004 - Page 196


When the vehicle power is switched
OFF while the AUTOHOLD is
operating, the parking brake is
applied automatically.

If the shift lever/selector lever is
shifted to the R position with the
vehicle tilted rearward or on level
ground, the AUTOHOLD is canceled.
Operate the brakes if necessary.

Under the following conditions, the
parking brake is automatically
applied and the AUTOHOLD is
released. The AUTOHOLD is
re-enabled when the conditions
before the AUTOHOLD is released
are restored.

The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.

The driver’s door is opened.
Canceling the AUTOHOLD Operation
1. Depress the brake pedal with the
AUTOHOLD operating.
2.
The AUTOHOLD operation is
canceled and the AUTOHOLD
standby indicator light turns off.
NOTE

The AUTOHOLD can be turned off
by pressing the AUTOHOLD switch
while driving.

When the vehicle power is switched
OFF while the AUTOHOLD is
operating, the parking brake is
applied automatically and the
AUTOHOLD is turned off.
Driving
AUTOHOLD
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