Interlock Cable Installation Note

Install the interlock cable as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
- Position the sponge protector so that it is not crushed or squeezed by the SAS control module.
- If the interlock and selector cables cross over each other, position the interlock cable to pass over the selector cable.
Fig 1: Interlock Cable & Components
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Push the interlock cable.

Fig 2: Pushing Interlock Cable
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify that the marking on the slider pin is positioned as shown in the figure.

Fig 3: Aligning Marks On Slider Pin & Notch On Interlock Unit
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Push the a 1.5mm {0.059 in} round bar or similar into hole A by fully pushing the slider pin in.

Fig 4: Locating Hole A In Lock Unit
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fully pull the end of the interlock cable.

Fig 5: Pulling End Of Interlock Cable
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Push the a 1.5mm {0.059 in} round bar or similar into hole B and hole C of the lock unit until it passes through.
Disconnect the brake switch connector.
Remove the brake switch. (See BRAKE PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Install a new brake switch. (See BRAKE PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
CAUTION:
- Do not connect the brake switch connector until the interlock cable is installed.
Fig 6: Locating Lock Unit Hole B And C
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
With the slider pin pressed, slide the lock unit to fix the lock unit hook into the bracket hole securely as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
- Allowing the interlock cable to be bent or twisted during installation can affect the lock unit operation.
Rotate the slider pin to release the lock and verify that it slides freely.

Fig 7: Sliding Lock Unit To Fix Lock Unit Hook Into Bracket Hole
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Pull the slider pin outward until it contacts the brake pedal stopper rubber and rotate the slider pin to lock.
Verify that the selector lever in the P position.

Fig 8: Rotating Slider Pin To Release Lock
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install the interlock cable end to the cam pin on the selector lever.

Fig 9: Installing Interlock Cable End To Cam Pin
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fit the interlock cable in the U-groove in the selector lever base plate and install the clip.

Fig 10: Installing Clip
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Press the interlock cable lock piece in until it is locked.
CAUTION:
- Applying a load to the interlock cable while pressing the lock piece in can affect the lock unit operation.
Fig 11: Lock And Unlock Position Of Lock Piece
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the a 1.5mm {0.059 in} round bar or similar from the lock unit holes A, B, and C.
Connect the brake switch connector with the brake pedal released.

Fig 12: Locating Lock Unit Holes A, B, And C
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
CAUTION:
- The clearance between the brake switch and the brake pedal is automatically adjusted to the correct amount when the brake switch connector is connected after the brake switch has been properly installed. If the brake switch is not properly installed or the connector is connected before installation, the clearance may be incorrect, causing a brake light malfunction. Therefore, always verify that the brake switch is properly installed before connecting the connector.
- Once the brake switch clearance has automatically been adjusted, it cannot be adjusted again. Therefore, replace the switch with a new one when replacing the power brake unit or the pedal, or performing any procedure that changes the pedal stroke.
Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
Install the interlock cable to the steering lock.
Slide the outer casing to the steering lock and insert the clip over the convex part of the outer casing.

Fig 13: Inserting Clip Over Convex Part
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.