Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair
REMOVAL1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the powertrain control module relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the adaptive strategy.
2. Remove the engine air cleaner.
3. Remove the shift cable and bracket from the manual control shift outer lever. Use a screwdriver or suitable tool to pry the shift cable and bracket from the manual control shift outer lever.
4. Disconnect the Transmission Range (TR) switch electrical connector.
5. Remove the TR switch bolts.
6. Remove the TR switch.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the TR switch.
2. Adjust the TR switch.
3. Tighten the TR switch bolts to 8-10 Nm (71-88 lb in).
4. Connect the TR switch electrical connector.
5. Install the shift cable and bracket on the manual control shift outer lever.
6. Install the engine air cleaner.
7. Connect the battery ground cable.