Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair

2010 Mazda 3 L4-2.5LSECTION Service and Repair



TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [FS5A-EL]

CAUTION:
- Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the connector when disconnecting it.

1. Select the selector lever to N position.

2. Perform the following procedures.
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b. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

c. Remove the air cleaner component. Service and Repair

3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.










4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

5. Inspect the TR switch. Testing and Inspection

Manual Shaft Nut Removal Note

1. Set the adjustable wrench as shown to hold the manual shaft lever and loosen the manual shaft nut.






CAUTION:
- Do not use an impact wrench. Hold the manual shaft lever when removing the manual shaft nut, or the transaxle may be damaged.

TR switch Installation Note

1. Verify that the manual shaft is aligned with N position.






2. Adjust the TR switch between terminals B and C until the resistance becomes specification.






TR switch specification
- 713-788 ohms

3. Tighten the TR switch installation bolts.

Tightening torque
- 8-11 Nm {82-112 kgf-cm, 71-97 in-lbf}

Manual Shaft Nut Installation Note

1. Set the adjustable wrench as shown to hold the manual shaft lever and tighten the manual shaft nut.






CAUTION:
- Do not use an impact wrench. Hold the manual shaft lever when installing the manual shaft nut, or the transaxle may be damaged

Tightening torque
- 32-46 Nm {3.3-4.6 kgf-m, 24-33 ft-lbf}

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.