Can you tell me what the shift key looks like

The shift/key interlock system is malfunctioning causing the problem. Check the key and shift interlock solenoid, under shifter and inside steering column cover. Consult a mechanic please. For a temp fix open and close all doors and then tilt ur steering wheel this may free up the tumbler to take the key out.

replace the shift lock solenoid next to the shift cable inside the vehicle
A GM dealer item only I am afraid to tell you

Sounds like the key twisted slightly in the ignition. Locksmith or take it of and replace. A nother way is try and try wth a lot of pations.

Either by pressing and holding the shift key (on left and right of keyboard, looks like up arrow) while typing, or by pressing the CAPS LOCK key to put capitals on or off. The caps lock key is usually one above the left shift key.
If you cant find them just advise your make and model of computer and I could tell you exactly where the keys are.

If both shift keys aren't working it is most likely a board. If one works it is probably the keyboard seperating. You can pop the key button off a nd look for debris under it. If there isn't contact Geo. Beyers Co. @ 800392-8085 for a keyboard rebuild. Tell them O'Reilly sent you.

DickyO

I accidentally held down the right shift key for seven/eight seconds and it made all the keys function keys. I depressed the right shift key for awhile and it corrected itself.

Do you have a floor shift or column shift? I'll look up the wiring to tell you how to byapass it.

Look for a "FN" key. It's for a third function.

With the engine running, you should be able to feel and hear the shift-lock engage and disengage when you slowly press and release the brake. Start her up, turn the radio off, put your hand on the shifter and give it a try.

If you hear or "feel" it, and it won't shift, I'm guessing your linkage is out of whack, perhaps a result of the accident.

If you don't feel it, I'm guessing it's not getting the "unlock" signal from the brake switch. I believe the shift-lock switch is located at the top of the brake pedal assembly, where it pivots up under the dash. There's probably two switches there, one for brake lights, the other for the lock. Crane your head up under there and take a look. If you're lucky its just misaligned in its bracket. Pump the pedal by hand and see if the switches are being allowed to fully open. If they do, and still no shifty, then its off to the repair shop of Mazda Stealership.

Good luck.

From what you tell me, it sounds to me like the key or the arms/"rubber-hinges" that holds the button is worn out or broken.

Contact your local dealer or the place where you ordered the laptop.