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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Interlock Cable Adjustment

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Interlock Cable Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON position. (Engine off)
  2. Pull up the lock piece of the interlock cable to release the lock.
    Fig 1: Locking Lock Piece Of Interlock Cable
    G01012158Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the clip of the selector lever base plate, then remove the interlock cable from the U groove.
  4. Remove the interlock cable from the selector lever.
    Fig 2: Removing Interlock Cable From Selector Lever
    G01012159Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Fully pull the end of the interlock cable to the selector lever.
  6. Remove the lock unit from the bracket.
    Fig 3: Removing Lock Unit From Bracket
    G01012160Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Verify that the markings on the slider pin and the lock unit are aligned.
    Fig 4: Aligning Markings On Slider Pin And Lock Unit
    G01012161Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Insert the snap pin (or a 1.5 round bar or similar) into hole A with the slider pin fully pushed in.
  9. Push the snap pin into hole B and hole C of the lock unit until it passes through.
  10. Disconnect the brake switch connector.
  11. Remove the brake switch. See BRAKE PEDAL .

  12. Install a new brake switch.
    Fig 5: Identifying Brake Switch Components
    G01012162Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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