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Gear Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

NEUTRAL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G35M-R]
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the battery cover, battery duct, battery, battery box, battery tray and PCM component.
4. Remove the under cover.
5. Drain the oil from the transaxle.





6. Remove the neutral switch.
7. Install the neutral switch (with a new packing) to the transaxle case.
Tightening torque 20-29 N-m (2.0-2.9 kgf-m, 15-21 ft-lbf)
8. Add the specified amount and type of oil.
9. Install the under cover.
10. Install the battery cover, battery duct, battery, battery box, battery tray and PCM component.
11. Connect the negative battery cable.
12. Install the battery cover.
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