Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

Transmission Range (TR) Sensor





Special Tool(s)

Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the battery and tray.





3. Remove the Transmission Range (TR) sensor.
1 Disconnect the TR sensor electrical connector.
2 Remove the TR sensor retaining bolts.
3 Remove the TR sensor.

Installation





1. NOTE: Make sure the transaxle is in the NEUTRAL position.

Install the TR sensor and loosely install the bolts.





2. Using the special tool, align the TR sensor and tighten the bolts.
^ Tighten to 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs.).





3. Connect the TR sensor electrical connector.
4. Install the battery and tray.
5. Check the correct operation. The engine should start only in PARK or NEUTRAL. The reverse lamps should illuminate in the REVERSE position.