Park/Neutral Position Switch: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus ES 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install switch on control shaft. Loosely install PNP position switch adjusting bolts. Install seal and lock washer. Install lock nut and tighten to 61 INCH lbs. (6.9 N.m). Bend tabs on lock washer over against lock nut.
- Ensure parking brake is applied. Temporarily install manual lever. Turn lever counterclockwise until it stops, then turn clockwise 2 notches. Remove manual lever. Rotate switch and align reference mark on switch with groove. See Fig 1. Hold switch in this position. Tighten 2 adjusting bolts to 48 INCH lbs. (5.4 N.m). Stake lock tab onto nut. Install manual lever, washer and nut. Tighten nut to 61 INCH lbs. (6.9 N.m). Install shift control cable and nut. Tighten nut to 11 ft. lbs. (15 N.m). Connect switch connector.