Diagnostic procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

GEAR POSITION INDICATOR LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE IN M RANGE DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

STEP	INSPECTION		ACTION
1	Are other indicator lights illuminated with the ignition switch at the ON position?	Yes	Go to the next step.
1		No	Inspect the meter fuse.
2	Inspect the voltage at TCM terminal 1E. (See TCM INSPECTION .) Is the voltage normal?	Yes	Inspect the instrument cluster.
2		No	Repair or replace any malfunctioning part.
3	Verify the test results. If normal, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms. If the malfunction remains, inspect the related Service Bulletins and/or On-line Repair Information and perform repair or diagnosis. If the vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting completed. If the vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is not available, replace the TCM. (See TCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)