2010 Mazda 5 L4-2.3LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair




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

1. Remove the and battery cover. Removal and Replacement

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

3. Remove the under cover.

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

4. Disconnect the TR switch connector.

5. Remove the clip and disconnect the selector cable.

Factory service manual diagram





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

6. Set the adjustable wrench as shown in the figure to hold the manual shaft lever.

Factory service manual diagram





7. Remove the manual shaft nut and washer.

8. Remove the manual shaft lever.

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9. Remove the TR switch.

10. Rotate the manual shaft to the converter housing side fully, then return two notches to set the N position.

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11. Turn the protrusion between the TR switch terminals B and C until the resistance becomes 718-788 ohms.

Factory service manual diagram





Factory service manual diagram





12. Install the TR switch while aligning the protrusion and groove as shown in the figure.

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13. Hand-tighten the TR switch mounting bolts.

14. Inspect the resistance between the TR switch terminals B and C.

Factory service manual diagram





- If there is any malfunction, readjust the TR switch. Adjustments

Resistance
- 713-788 ohms

15. Tighten the TR switch mounting bolts.

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

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

16. Install the manual shaft lever and the washer.

Factory service manual diagram





17. Set the adjustable wrench as shown in the figure to hold the manual shaft lever, and tighten the manual shaft nut.

Factory service manual diagram





Tightening torque
- 31.4-46.1 Nm
{3.2-4.7 kgf-m, 23.2-33.9 ft-lbf}

18. Install the clip to the selector cable as shown in the figure.

Factory service manual diagram





19. Shift the selector lever to P position.

20. Turn the manual shaft lever to P position.

21. Connect the selector cable.

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22. Inspect for continuity at the TR switch. Testing and Inspection

- If there is any malfunction, readjust the TR switch. Adjustments

23. Connect the TR switch connector.

24. Install the under cover.

25. Connect the negative battery cable.

26. Install the battery cover. Removal and Replacement

27. Inspect operation of the TR switch. Testing and Inspection

- If there is any malfunction, readjust the TR switch. Adjustments

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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.