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2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD

Symptom Chart - External Controls

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Symptom Chart - External Controls
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Symptom Chart - External Controls

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • The brake shift interlock system does not release/lock correctly
  • Circuitry
  • Fuse(s):
    • 2.11 (15A)
    • 2.6 (10A)
  • Brake shift interlock actuator (BSIA)
  • Brake pedal position (BPP) switch
  • The shift control is out of correct gear relationship
  • Selector lever cable and bracket
  • Selector lever cable retention to steering column bracket
  • Selector lever linkage
  • The selector lever indicator does not correspond to the gear
  • Selector lever cable bracket
  • TIGHTEN the bolts holding the selector lever cable bracket.
 
  • Selector lever indicator linkage
  • ADJUST PRNDL indicator at steering housing.
 
  • Selector lever cable loose from the transmission retainer bracket
  • VERIFY the selector lever cable is seated in the transmission retainer bracket.
 
  • Selector lever cable adjustment incorrect
  • VERIFY the selector lever cable adjustment. REFER to GENERAL PROCEDURES . ADJUST the transmission selector lever cable if necessary.
  • The transmission range (TR) indicator lamp does not illuminate
  • Bulb
  • Circuitry
  • The transmission control (TC) switch/indicator lamp is not operating correctly
  • Fuse
  • TC switch not cycled during self-test
  • PCM
  • Circuit(s)
RENDER: 1.0x

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