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.
2017 Mazda 5 GS, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Key Interlock System Inspection
- Switch the ignition ON.
- Inspect the key interlock system as follows:
- If there is any malfunction, inspect the key interlock solenoid and NOT P position switch. (See KEY INTERLOCK SOLENOID INSPECTION .) (See NOT P POSITION SWITCH INSPECTION .)
- Verify that the ignition cannot be switched OFF when the selector lever is in a position other than P.
- Verify that the ignition can be switched OFF when the selector lever is in the P position.
- If there is any malfunction, inspect the key interlock solenoid and NOT P position switch. (See KEY INTERLOCK SOLENOID INSPECTION .) (See NOT P POSITION SWITCH INSPECTION .)
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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.