Mazda CX-5 2021 - 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.
Direct mode is canceled (released) under
the following conditions.

The UP switch ( ) 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.
Direct mode
indication
Gear position
indication
Direct mode
indication
Gear position
indication
Instrument Cluster (Type A)
Instrument Cluster (Type B)
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 Transaxle
*Some models.
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