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Tools Required

DT 46473 (DW260-050) Park/Neutral Position Switch Installer

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1255924  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the air filter housing (2.5L).
  3. Disconnect the park/neutral position switch electrical connector.
  4. Disconnect the shift control cable and the retaining clip

  5. Object Number: 1255925  Size: SH
  6. Remove the shift lever nut and the shift lever.

  7. Object Number: 1255926  Size: SH
  8. Remove the park/neutral start switch.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1255927  Size: SH
  1. Install the park/neutral start switch.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

    Important: When installing the park/neutral switch, use the special service tools. Position the shift lever in NEUTRAL.

  3. Use the DT 46473 (1) to adjust the park/neutral switch.

  4. Object Number: 1255928  Size: SH
  5. Install the shift lever and the shift lever nut.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 1255924  Size: SH
  7. Connect the shift control cable and the retaining clip.
  8. Connect the park/neutral position switch electrical connector.
  9. Install the air filter housing.
  10. Connect the negative battery cable.