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Shift-Lock Actuator Removal/Installation

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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the rear console.
  3. Remove the indicator screws and lift up the indicator panel.
  4. Disconnect the shift-lock actuator connector.
  5. Disconnect the P position switch connector.
  6. Remove the shift-lock actuator.
  7. Install a shift-lock actuator.

    Tightening torque 

    0.7-1.2 N.m {8-12 kgf.cm, 6.2-10.6 in.lbf} 

  8. Connect the P position switch connector.
  9. Connect the shift-lock actuator connector.
  10. Adjust the indicator panel. Install the screws in the order shown in Fig 1.

    Tightening torque 

    1.5-2.4 N.m {16-24 kgf.cm, 14-21 in.lbf} 

    Fig 1: Installing Shift-Lock Actuator Screws
    G03638457Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the rear console.
  12. Verify correct operation of the shift-lock system.
  13. Connect the negative battery cable.