Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor





Special Tool(s)
1. On 4x4 vehicles, remove the front driveshaft.
2. On 4x2 vehicles, with the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
3. It is not necessary to remove the shift cable and bracket from the transmission.
4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

Part 1 Of 2:

Part 2 Of 2:

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure
6. Refill the transmission with the specified fluid.
7. Verify that the shift cable is adjusted correctly.

Item 1: TR Sensor Electrical Connector Removal Note





1. Move the rubber boot back to gain access to the connector.





2. Disconnect the digital TR sensor connector.

Item 6: TR Sensor Installation Note





1. CAUTION: The digital TR sensor must fit Hush against the boss on the case to prevent damage to the sensor.

Install the digital TR sensor and loosely install the screws.

Item 5: TR Sensor Screws Installation Note





1. CAUTION: Tightening one screw before tightening the other may cause the sensor to bind or become damaged.

NOTE: The manual lever must be in the NEUTRAL position.

Using the special tool, align the digital TR sensor and tighten the screws in an alternating sequence.

Item 1: TR Sensor Electrical Connector Installation Note





1. Connect the digital TR sensor connector.





2. Move the rubber boot back over the connector.