Purpose, Function
The shift lever operates the MTX via the control cable.
Construction

Shift lever
The shift lever is designed to prevent improper shifting to 1st gear and reverse.
Operation
1 GR shifting
A guide plate, attached to the shift lever assembly, prevents accidental shifting into reverse when shifting into 1st gear by restricting the movement of the shift lever.

Reverse shifting
When shifting into reverse, once the shift lever is pressed down and moved towards the reverse position, the projection on the lever goes under the guide plate, releasing the reverse shift restriction and allowing for shifting into reverse.

Output Gear [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Shift Point Control (Automatic Shift Control) [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2 S) Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine and exhaust system can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine
and wait until they are cool before removing the exhaust system.
CAUTION:
Do not allow flammable objects such as the taping for bundling wiring harness
to come into contact with the exhau ...
Glass Antenna Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
3. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
4. Disconnect antenna feeder No.3 connector..
5. Visually inspect the glass antenna for damage.
6. Verify that the continuity between the glass antenna terminals is as in ...
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the
proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator.
• Inspect the battery and its cable ...