Selector Lever Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. (engine OFF)
With the brake pedal depressed, verify that there is a "click" at each range when shifted.

Fig 1: Selector Lever Shift Pattern
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify that the selector lever can be shifted.
Verify that there is a "click" at each position when shifted from P position to M range.
Verify that the positions of the selector lever and the indicator are aligned.
- If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. (See TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH ADJUSTMENT [FN4A-EL] .) (See NEUTRAL POSITION LEARNING .)
Fig 2: Verifying That Selector Lever And Indicator Are Aligned
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify that the vehicle operates in each selected range.