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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 661 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (IN VEHICLE SERVICE))PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY (U151E)ADJUSTMENT

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Park/Neutral Position Switch Assembly (U151E): Adjustment

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Camry. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to ON.
2. Depress the brake pedal and check that the engine starts only when the shift lever is set in N or P position.
3. Check that the back-up light is lit and the reverse warning buzzer sounds only when the shift lever is set in R position.
  If a failure is found, check the park/neutral position switch for continuity.
ADJUST PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Loosen the 2 bolts of park/neutral position switch and set the shift lever to the N position.
2. Align the groove with neutral basic line.
3. Hold the switch in position and tighten the 2 bolts.
  Torque: 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf)
4. After adjustment, perform the inspection described in step 1.
  
  Fig 1: Adjusting Park/Neutral Position Switch Assembly
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

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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.