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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996BRONCO 5.0 N, AUTOMATIC, E4ODREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICINGADJUSTMENTSTRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SENSOR/SWITCH4EAT (PROBE)
1996 Ford Bronco 5.0 N, Automatic, E4OD
4EAT (Probe)
1996 Ford Bronco 5.0 N, Automatic, E4ODSECTION 4EAT (Probe)
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove shift cable from manual control lever at TR switch. Disconnect TR switch harness connector. Rotate manual control lever to align with neutral mark on TR switch. See Fig 1.
- Loosen TR sensor retaining bolts. Adjust TR switch so that continuity is present between terminals "A" & "H" and "F" & "I". See Fig 2. Tighten retaining bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ . Install shift cable, harness connector and negative battery cable.
- Check for PARK engagement. Start engine and ensure that transmission shifts through all gears properly. If not, check shift cable adjustment. See SHIFT CABLE/LINKAGEΒ . Verify that vehicle only starts in PARK and NEUTRAL and that backup light work.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.