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: Average Fuel Economy
The average fuel economy is calculated every minute from the total traveled distance
on the trip meter and the total fuel consumption, and the average fuel economy for
either TRIP A or TRIP B is displayed.
The average fuel economy and trip meters can be reset by pressing the INFO switch
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Locking, Unlocking the Doors
NOTE
The system may not operate if you are too close to the windows or door
handles.
If the key is left in the following areas and you leave the vehicle,
the doors may be locked depending on the radio wave conditions even if the key
is left in the vehicle.
Around the dashboard
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