Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection

Manual Lever Position (MLP) Sensor

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Schematics:

Component Testing Procedure:

Description

The manual lever position (MLP) sensor sends a signal to the PCM assembly, which indicates position of the shift lever (P, R, N, D, 2, 1). The MLP sensor is located on the outside of the transmission on the manual lever shaft.

Note: The sensor also contains the park/neutral position and backup lamp circuits.

Transmission Function

Determines desired gear and EPC pressure.

Symptoms

Engagement concerns, wrong gear, no shifts.

DTC's:

- 634 and 522. Refer to Three (3) Digit Codes