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Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    CAUTION: The digital transmission range (TR) sensor must fit flush against the boss on the case to prevent damage to the sensor.
  1. Install the digital TR sensor and loosely install the screws.
    2. Fig 1: Aligning Digital TR Sensor Using Special Tool (307-351)
    GF0010056Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Tightening one screw before tightening the other may cause the sensor to bind or become damaged.
    NOTE: The manual lever must be in the NEUTRAL position.
  2. Using the special tool, align the digital TR sensor and tighten screws in an alternating sequence.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  3. Install the manual control outer lever and nut.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  4. Connect the digital TR sensor electrical connector.
  5. Connect the selector lever cable to the manual control lever.
  6. Verify that the selector lever cable is adjusted correctly. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .
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