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Shift-Lock Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  2. Verify that the selector lever is in the P position.
  3. Verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted from the P position without depressing the brake pedal.
  4. Depress the brake pedal and verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted from the P position.