If the selector lever will not move from P using the proper shift procedure, continue to hold down the brake pedal.
1. Remove the shift-lock override cover using a cloth-wrapped flat head screwdriver.
2. Insert a screwdriver and push it down.

3. Press and hold the lock-release button.
4. Move the selector lever.
Take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system checked.
Shift-Lock System
Transaxle RangesMazda 6 Owners Manual: Abs (abs/tcs) hu/cm removal/installation
Caution
When replacing the ABS (ABS/TCS) HU/CM, configuration procedure
must be done before removing the ABS (ABS/TCS) HU/CM. If configuration is
not completed before removing the ABS (ABS/TCS) HU/CM, TCS will not work
properly (with TCS model).
Do not drop the ABS (ABS/TCS) HU/CM. Re ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Tiedown Hooks (Some models)
CAUTION
Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle. They
have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during shipping.
Using the eyelets for any other purpose could result in the vehicle being damaged.
Tiedown Hooks
1. Remove the tiedown eye ...