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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.
Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch: Installation
1998 Lexus SC 300SECTION Installation
- Install switch on control shaft. Loosely install switch retaining bolts. Install seal and lock washer. Install lock nut and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Bend tabs on lock washer over against lock nut.
- Ensure parking brake is applied. Temporarily install manual lever on control shaft. Place shift lever in Neutral. Remove manual lever. Rotate park/neutral position switch and align neutral basic line on PNP switch with groove. See Fig 1.
- Hold PNP switch in this position. Tighten retaining bolts to specification. To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure.
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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.