Ignition Switch Inspection [Without Advanced Keyless Entry And Push Button Start System]

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the column cover. See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
Remove the ignition switch. See IGNITION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .
Verify that the continuity between the ignition switch terminals is as indicated in the table.
- If not as indicated in the table, replace the ignition switch.
Fig 1: Ignition Key Position Chart
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Ignition Key Circuit Diagram
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.