Shift-Lock Solenoid Inspection [Sport At]

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Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the center console.
Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
Measure the continuity between terminals B and L.
- If not as specified, replace the selector lever component. (See SELECTOR LEVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Connector
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.