Selector Lever Inspection

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

Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
With the brake pedal depressed, verify that there is a "click" at each range when shifted in the pattern shown.
Verify that the selector lever can only be shifted as shown.
Verify that the positions of the selector lever and the selector indicator light are aligned.
- If not as specified, adjust the TR switch and/or selector cable. (See TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ) (See SELECTOR CABLE ADJUSTMENT .)
Verify that the vehicle operates in each selected range.

Fig 1: Verifying Vehicle Operates In Each Selected Range
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.