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Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Adjustments


Park/Neutral Position Switch Adjustment

Tools Required
^ J36346 Fascia Retainer Remover
^ J44810 Transaxle Range Switch Alignment Tool

1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Place the transmission shift lever in the neutral position.





3. Using the J36346 or equivalent, disconnect the shift cable from the park/neutral shift lever.





4. Remove the park/neutral position switch lever and nut.
5. Loosen the park/neutral position switch bolts.





6. Install the J44810 to the manual shaft in order to align the pointer to the neutral base line.
7. Rotate the park/neutral position switch as necessary until the tool drops into the hole on the park/neutral position switch.
8. Remove the J44810 from the manual shaft.

9. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the park/neutral position switch bolts.
Tighten the bolt to 11 Nm (97 inch lbs.).





10. Install the park/neutral position switch lever and nut.
Tighten the nut to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.).





11. Connect the shift cable to the park/neutral shift lever.
12. Verify the park/neutral position switch adjustment by starting the vehicle in all ranges. If the transmission starts in any range other than park or neutral, readjust the park/neutral position switch.