Six-Speed Manual Transmission
Both engines feature a manual six-speed transmission with a compact three-shaft design carried over from the original model. It has triple-cone synchronizers for first, second and third gears, and a double-cone synchronizer for fourth gear, to deliver smooth and precise shift characteristics. It uses low-viscosity transmission fluid for easy shifting, even when the engine is cold. The diesel's sixth gear ratio has been configured as overdrive for maximum fuel efficiency.
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Interior Equipment (View A)
1. Door-lock knob.
2. Power door lock switch.
3. Headlight leveling switch.
4. TCS-OFF switch.
5. DSC OFF switch.
6. BSM OFF switch.
7. Lighting control.
8. Turn and lane-change signals.
9. ...
Driving Sideways and Other Assets
As always, the MX-5 has rear-wheel drive with excellent front/rear weight
distribution. At roughly 52/48 (51/49 with the hardtop), its bias is toward
slight understeer, which keeps things safe. An ...
Push-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING.
Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Towing a vehicle to start it is
dangerous. The vehicle being towed
could surge forward when its engine
starts, causing the ...


