Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2016 Mazda 5 GS, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Shift-Lock Release System Inspection
- Switch the ignition OFF (LOCK).
- Verify that the selector lever is in the P position.
- Verify that the selector lever cannot be shifted to the R from P position when the brake pedal is not depressed.
- Remove the shift-lock release hole cover using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
- Insert flathead screwdriver into the shift-lock release hole.
- Verify that the selector lever can be shifted to the R from P position.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the selector lever component. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.