Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

Park/Neutral Backup Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Disconnect the Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch electrical connectors (1).
2. Remove the shift linkage/cable (4) from the shift lever (3).




3. Use a wrench (1) to prevent the shift lever (2) from rotating, remove the nut (3) and the shift lever (2) from the selector shaft (4).
4. Remove the 2 PNP switch bolts (6).
5. Remove the PNP switch (5) by sliding it outward over the selector shaft.

Installation Procedure




1. Be sure that the neutral assurance bracket (2) is in the proper position on PNP switch (1).




2. Align the PNP switch (5) with the main housing so that the neutral assurance bracket is facing outward.
3. While maintaining the correct PNP switch-to-selector-shaft alignment, slide the new PNP switch (5) over the selector shaft (4).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. While holding the neutral assurance bracket in engagement with the PNP switch, install the 2 bolts (6) so that the PNP switch may be rotated with some effort.

Tighten the bolts to 27 Nm (20 lb ft).

5. Remove and discard the neutral assurance bracket.

Notice:
* DO NOT drive the selector lever onto the selector shaft.
* DO NOT use an impact wrench in order to tighten the selector lever nut. Hold the lever with a wrench while tightening the nut.
* Failure to follow these instructions may result in transmission damage.

6. Install the shift lever (2).
7. Install the nut (3), to the end of selector shaft (4). Use a wrench (1) to keep the shift lever from rotating.

Tighten the nut to 24 Nm (18 lb ft).




8. Install the shift selector linkage/cable (4) to the shift lever (3).
9. Connect the PNP switch electrical connectors (1).
10. Inspect for proper operation.