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Removal and Installation

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NOTE: The transmission range (TR) sensor is part of the transmission selector lever assembly.
  1. Remove the transmission selector lever trim ring.
    • Carefully pry up the 4 trim ring clips, then remove the trim ring.
    Fig 1: Locating Trim Ring
    G04620879Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the floor console finish panel. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
    3. CAUTION: Before installation, make sure the transmission selector lever is in the DRIVE position with the ignition in the OFF position.
    Fig 2: Identifying Shift Cable End At Transmission Selector Lever Ball Stud
    G04620880Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Disconnect the shift cable end from the transmission selector lever ball stud.
  4. Release the cable retainer from the transmission selector lever assembly.
    Fig 3: Identifying Shift Cable Retainer At Transmission Selector Lever Assembly
    G04620881Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors.
  6. Remove the 4 bolts. To install, tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
    Fig 4: Locating Mounting Bolts
    G04620882Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the transmission selector lever assembly.
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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