Park/Neutral Position Switch: Installation
NOTE:
If a new switch is being installed, the switch will come with a positive assurance bracket. The positive assurance bracket aligns the new switch in it proper position for installation and the use of neutral position adjustment tool will not be necessary.
- Install the switch to the transmission manual shaft by aligning the switch hub flats with the manual shaft flats. See Figure.
- Slide the switch onto the transmission manual shaft until the switch mounting bracket contacts the mounting bosses on the transmission.
- Install the switch to the transmission with 2 bolts finger tight.
- Position the alignment tool onto the PNP switch. See Fig 1. Ensure the 2 slots on the switch where the manual shaft is inserted are lined up with the lower 2 tabs on the tool.
- Rotate the tool until the upper locator pin on the tool is lined up with the slot on the top of the switch. Tighten the bolts securing the switch to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Remove the alignment tool from the switch. If installing a new switch, remove the positive assurance bracket at this time.
- Connect the electrical connectors to the switch.
- Install the transmission control lever to the manual shaft with the nut. Tighten the control lever nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Check the switch for proper operation. The engine must start in the Park and Neutral positions only. If proper operation of the switch can not be obtained, replace the switch.