1995 Mazda 929FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Shift Lock Actuator: RX7

  1. Remove console panel. Shift selector lever to Park. Turn ignition on. Check voltage at selected connector terminals. See Fig 1. If voltage is not as specified, inspect harness and connector. Repair as needed. If harness and connector is okay, go to next step.
  2. Turn ignition off. Check continuity at selected connector terminals. If continuity is not as specified, inspect harness and connector. Repair as needed. If harness and connector is okay, replace park position switch, shift lock solenoid and/or shift lock control module.
Fig 1: Testing Shift Lock Actuator & Park Switch (RX7)
G96G31704Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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