Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor: Installation

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Install the digital TR sensor and loosely install the screws.

Fig 1: Installing Digital TR Sensor
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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.

Fig 2: Aligning/Tightening Digital TR Sensor

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Using the special tool, align the digital TR sensor and tighten screws in an alternating sequence.
Install the manual control outer lever and nut.

Fig 3: Installing Manual Control Outer Lever
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Connect the digital transmission range (TR) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 4: Connecting Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor Electrical Connector
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Connect the shift cable to the manual control lever.

Fig 5: Connecting Shift Cable To Manual Control Lever
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Verify that the shift cable is adjusted correctly. For additional information, refer to TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .