Shift-Lock Inspection

Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (engine off).
Verify that the selector lever is in the P position.
Without the brake pedal depressed, verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted from the P position.
Depress the brake pedal and verify that the selector lever can be shifted from the P position.
- If there is any malfunction, inspect the selector lever component. (See SELECTOR LEVER COMPONENT INSPECTION )
  
  Fig 1: Depressing Brake Pedal - Ignition On
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.