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 NORMAL mode and SLOPE mode are automatically selected by the powertrain control module. The powertrain control module shifts to SLOPE mode when the upgrade or downgrade is approx. 4% or more, and shifts to NORMAL mode when the upgrade or downgrade is approx. 2% or less.

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 diagram above.
Drive the vehicle in fourth, third, and second gears and verify that kickdown occurs for 4-->3, 4-->20, 4-->1, 3-->2, 3-->1, 2-->1, and that the shift points are as shown in the diagram above.
Decelerate the vehicle and verify that engine braking effect is felt in fourth and third gears.
Drive the vehicle and verify that torque converter clutch operation is obtained in fourth gear. (only for NORMAL mode)