Transmission Range (TR) Sensor: Removal

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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings in SERVICE INFORMATION .

1.

Remove the main control cover. Refer to Main Control Cover .

2.

Disconnect the selector lever cable end from the manual control lever.

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3.

Remove the manual control lever nut and the manual control lever.

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4.

Disconnect the TR sensor electrical connector.

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5.

Remove the TR sensor detent spring bolt and the TR sensor detent spring.

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6.

Using a small pair of locking pliers, remove and discard the TR sensor locking pin.

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7.

Remove the TR sensor in the following sequence.
1. 1.
  
  Hold the TR sensor in place and slide the manual shaft outward until the manual shaft is out of the transmission case.
1. 2.
  
  Remove the TR sensor from the transmission, leaving the park pawl actuating rod attached to the TR sensor.

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