Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection

Operational Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.




2. Shift the selector lever and verify that the selected range and selector indicator light (built into combination meter) positions are aligned.
3. Apply the parking brake and securely position wheel chocks to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
4. Verify that the starter operates with the ignition switch at START position and with the selector lever in P and N positions only.
5. Verify that the back-up lights illuminate when the selector lever is shifted to R position with the ignition switch at the ON position.
6. If not as specified, check the transmission range switch continuity.

Continuity Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and the transmission range switch connector.




2. Remove the transmission range switch connector from the bracket.




3. Check continuity of the transmission range switch terminals.
4. If not correct, adjust or replace the transmission range switch.
5. Install the transmission range switch connector to the bracket.
6. Connect the transmission range switch connector and the negative battery cable.

Adjustment
1. Remove the selector rod from the manual shaft lever.




2. Move the manual shaft to N position.
3. Loosen the transmission range switch mounting bolts.
4. Align the holes of the transmission range switch and the manual shaft by inserting a 4.0 mm (0.16 in) outer diameter pin.




5. Tighten the transmission range switch mounting bolts and remove the pin.

Tightening Torque: 2.5-3.9 N m (22-34 in.lb.)

6. Recheck the continuity of the transmission range switch.
7. If not correct, readjust or replace the transmission range switch.
8. Install the selector rod to the manual shaft lever.

Replacement
Refer to "Adjustment" above for replacement of the transmision range switch.