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: Windshield wiper motor removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the windshield wiper arm and blade. (See WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND
BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the cowl grille. (See COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse ord ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Special tools
ENGINE
Ford SST numbers are collated with Mazda SST numbers in the example below.
Ford SSTs are marked with Ford SST number.
Example
1: Mazda SST number
2: Ford SST number
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL AND EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
CLUTCH
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
AUTOMATIC T ...