Steering Lock (ATX Model) Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Protege5 and 2003 Mazda Protege. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Verify that the cable connector does not move when the key is in the LOCK position and that it moves freely with the key in other positions.
- Replace the steering lock component as necessary.
Fig 1: Inspecting Steering Lock (ATX Model)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.