Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

2004 Lexus LX 470 V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)SECTION Service and Repair
PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP) SWITCH ON-VEHICLE REPAIR

On-Vehicle Repair
1. REMOVE ENGINE NO. 2 UNDER COVER
2. DISCONNECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH CONNECTOR





3. REMOVE PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH
a. Pry off the lock washer and remove the nut.
b. Remove the bolt and park/neutral position switch.
4. INSTALL PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH
a. Install the park/neutral position switch with the bolt.
Torque: 13 Nm (130 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.)
b. Install a new lock washer and the nut.
Torque: 6.9 Nm (70 kgf-cm, 62 inch lbs.)
c. Bent the claws on the lock washer to stake the nut.
d. Adjust the park/neutral position switch.
5. CONNECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH CONNECTOR
6. INSTALL ENGINE NO. 2 UNDER COVER

RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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