D Range (O/D OFF Switch OFF)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

The power mode or the normal mode is automatically selected by the powertrain control module.

Shift the selector lever to D range.
Accelerate the vehicle with half and wide open throttle.
Verify that 1-->2, 2-->3, and 3-->4 upshifts and downshifts are obtained. The shift points must be as shown in the D range (O/D OFF switch OFF) shift point.
Drive the vehicle in fourth, third, and second gears and verify that kickdown occurs for 4-->3, 3-->2, 3-->1, 2-->1, and that the shift points are as shown in the D range (O/D OFF switch OFF) shift point.
Decelerate the vehicle and verify that the engine braking effect is felt in fourth and third gears.
Drive the vehicle and verify that torque converter clutch operation is obtained. (only for normal mode)