Digital Transmission Range Sensor (DTR): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Pickup, 2002 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2002 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2002 Ford Excursion, and 2002 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Place transmission in Neutral and set parking brake. Disconnect battery ground cable. Raise and support vehicle. Disconnect DTR sensor electrical connector. Disconnect shift cable at transmission. Remove 2 bolts from DTR sensor and remove sensor.