1. Remove the interlock cable.
2. With the slider pin as shown in the figure, verify that the interlock cable moves freely.

Key interlock inspection
Selector lever inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light
This indicator light turns on to remind you that the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision.
If the front passenger occupant classification sensor is normal, the indicator light turns on when the ignition is switched ON. The ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights and other exterior lights on
or off. When the lights are turned on, the lights-on indicator light in the instrument
cluster turns on.
NOTE
If the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch
off approximately 30 seconds ...