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Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

PNP Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Disconnect the switch electrical connector.





2. Remove the attaching bolts.





3. Remove the park/neutral position switch assembly.

Installation Procedure





1. Place the shift shaft in the N (Neutral) position.
2. Align the flats of the shift shaft to the flats in the park/neutral switch.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precaution.

3. Install the park/neutral position switch mounting bolts.
- Tighten
- Tighten the bolts to 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).





4. Connect the switch electrical connector.





Important: Ensure that the engine will only start in P (Park) or N (Neutral). Readjust the switch if the engine will start in any other position.

5. Place the transmission control shifter assembly in the N (Neutral) notch in the detent plate.
6. Loosen the park/neutral position switch attaching bolts.
7. Rotate the switch on the shifter assembly in order to align the service adjustment hole with the carrier tang hole.
8. Insert a 2.34 mm (3/32 inch) maximum diameter gauge pin to a depth of 9.0 mm (9/64 inch).
- Tighten the bolts to 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
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