Tilt/Telescope Mechanism Operation Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

If the adjusting lever is released without the steering column secured to the vehicle, it may cause a malfunction. Always release the adjusting lever with the steering column secured to the vehicle.

Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following:
1. The adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
  
  Fig 1: Adjusting Lever Lock And Unlock Position
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
2. The steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the steering column. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)