Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection

TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH
Inspections:

Operation:
1. Verify that the starter operates with the ignition switch at the START position and the selector lever in P or N position only, and that it does not operate in any other position.
2. Verify that the back-up lights illuminate when the selector lever is shifted to R position with the ignition switch in the ON position.
3. Check the transmission range switch if not as specified.

Continuity:
1. On level ground, jack up the vehicle and support it evenly on safety stands.




2. Remove the selector cable.
3. Remove the manual shaft nut and lever.
4. Disconnect the transmission range switch connector.




5. Check continuity of the terminals.







6. If not correct, adjust the transmission range switch.
7. If correct, check or adjust the selector lever and selector cable.

Adjustment:




1. Move the manual shaft to N position.
2. Loosen the transmission range switch mounting bolts.




3. Align the holes of the transmission range switch and the manual shaft lever and insert an approx. 4.0 mm (0.157 in) outer diameter pin through the holes.
4. Tighten the mounting bolts, and remove the pin.

Tightening torque: 2.5 - 3.9 Nm
(25 - 40 kgf.cm , 22 - 34 in.lb.)

5. Recheck the continuity of the transmission range switch.
6. If not correct, replace the transmission range switch.
7. Install the lever and manual shaft nut.

Tightening torque: 30 - 39 Nm
(3.0 - 4.0 kgf.m , 22 - 28 ft.lb.)

8. Install the selector cable.