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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2009SONATA SE, 3.3 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 15 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CONTROL SYSTEM - A5GF1)INHIBITOR SWITCHDESCRIPTION

2009 Hyundai Sonata SE, 3.3 F

Inhibitor Switch: Description

2009 Hyundai Sonata SE, 3.3 FSECTION Description

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INHIBITOR SWITCH DESCRIPTION CHART

Sensor type	Type: ROTARY Available temperature range : -40~150°C (-40~320°F) TORQUE: 10~12Nm (1.0~1.2kgf.m, 7~8lb-ft)
Function	Detect the position of select lever through the contact switch. It makes starting possible in "P" and "N"

Fig 1: Identifying Inhibitor Switch Connector

Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.

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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.