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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 83 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SERVICING)ADJUSTMENTSPARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Park/Neutral Position Switch
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Park/Neutral Position Switch
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If a new Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch has been rotated and the pin is broken or if using an old PNP switch, adjust the PNP switch. Place the shift shaft in the Neutral position.
- Install the PNP switch to the mounting boss. See Fig 1 . Assemble the PNP switch mounting bolts loosely.
- Use the Park/Neutral Switch Alignment Tool (J-41545) to align the flats of the shift shaft to the flats (1, 2) on the PNP switch. See Fig 2 .
- Install the PNP switch mounting bolts. Tighten the PNP switch mounting bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
NOTE:
If the PNP switch bolt holes do not align with the mounting boss on the transaxle, verify that the shaft is in the Neutral position.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.