Except NAVAJO
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1991 Mazda Navajo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Place gearshift lever in Neutral ("N" position). Ensure gearshift cable is adjusted correctly. See GEARSHIFT LINKAGE ADJUSTMENTS. Loosen neutral safety switch bolts at transmission. Remove screw from alignment pin hole at bottom of switch (if equipped).
- On B2600i 4WD and MPV 3.0L, rotate switch and insert a 5/32" (4.0 mm) alignment pin (or drill bit) through alignment holes. On all other models, insert a 5/64" (2.0 mm) alignment pin (or drill bit) through alignment holes.
- On all models, tighten mount bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE at end of article. Remove alignment pin. Install alignment pin hole screw (if equipped), and check switch operation. Vehicle should start in "P" and "N" positions only.