CONCERN:- A beeping sound is going off. Can't lock the door with the key fob; the only way to lock the doors is to use the key in the door outside. The radio remains on even after turning the car off. Leaving the car in this state drains the battery. SOMETIMES this stops when you reverse, drive then park. This means that the vehicle has not turned off all the way.

CAUSE:- This May not work for your Mazda but it also works for your Mazda (What am I even saying here 😩). In other words, Inspect your PARK INHIBITOR SWITCH. The switch may be Inoperative.

PART:-
PART DESCRIPTION:- When pressing the START/STOP button, the ignition may not turn off on some vehicles equipped with a gate-type AT shifter. Although the shift lever is in “P” position and the engine shuts off normally, the ignition may stay on (in accessory mode). This concern may be caused by a worn switch unit. To eliminate this concern, the switch unit material has been changed to improve wear resistance. Modified switch units have been established as new service parts.

WHAT TO DO:- Replace it. Also at this point you might also want to do a full circle service inspection (Multi Point Inspection) which is generally free.

COMPARISON:- The dealership will charge you $ 315.04, (PART COSTS - 75.04 + LAB-MECHANICAL - 240.00). If you have your own cool personal mechanic they might charge you $92- $117 and buy your own part for around $30-$50. If you also know how to replace it your self it will cost you only approximately $30-$50.

PART NUMBER: HOW TO:-

Here is how to replace the unit on a CX-5:

NOTE: This issue can also occur for a Mazda 6 but the access panel is part of the front console instead of the rear console.


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