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Shift-Lock Inspection

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  1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (engine off).
  2. Verify that the selector lever is in the P position.
  3. Without the brake pedal depressed, verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted from the P position.
  4. Depress the brake pedal and verify that the selector lever can be shifted from the P position.
    Fig 1: Shift Lock Inspection
    G00974960Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.