Mazda RX-8 Manual page 1313

2. Push the snap pin into hole B and hole C of the lock unit until it passes through.
3. Disconnect the brake switch connector.
4. Remove the brake switch. (See BRAKE PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Install the new brake switch. (See BRAKE PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
CAUTION:
Do not connect the brake switch connector until the interlock cable is installed.
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6. 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
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operation.
7. Rotate the slider pin to release the lock, and verify that it slides freely.
8. Pull the slider pin outward until it contacts the brake pedal stopper rubber and rotate the slider pin to
lock.
9. Verify that the shift the selector lever in P position.
10. Install the interlock cable end to the cam pin on the selector lever.
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