Mazda 6 Service Manual: Shift-lock inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
2. Verify that the selector lever is in P position.
3. Depress the brake pedal and verify that the selector lever can be shifted from P position.
- If a malfunction is found, inspect the interlock cable. (See INTERLOCK CABLE INSPECTION.)
Key interlock inspection
Verify that the ignition key cannot be pulled out except in P position.
If a malfunction is found, inspect the interlock cable. (See
INTERLOCK CABLE INSPECTION.)
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern
The shift pattern of the transaxle is conventional, as shown.
Depress the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting; then release it slowly.
Your vehicle is equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake. Push the shift lever downward and shift to R.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: General procedures
PRECAUTION (CLUTCH)
Clutch Pipe Removal/Installation
Note
A common reservoir is used for the clutch and brake system fluid.
1. If clutch pipes have been disconnected any time during the procedure, add
clutch fluid (brake fluid), bleed the air, and inspect for leakage after the
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