Transmission Range (TR) Sensor: Installation

NOTE: Make sure the transaxle is in the NEUTRAL position.

Fig 1: Installing Transmission Range (TR) Sensor

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the transmission range (TR) sensor and loosely install the bolts.
Using the special tool, align the TR sensor and tighten the bolts.
- Connect the electrical connector.
  
  Fig 2: Tightening Bolts
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Install the thermostat housing. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
Install the air cleaner assembly.

Fig 3: Installing Air Cleaner Assembly
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Install the intake tube and air cleaner cover.

Fig 4: Installing Intake Tube And Air Cleaner Cover
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Connect the breather tube and mass air flow (MAF) sensor.

Fig 5: Connecting Breather Tube And Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Before installing the battery tray check the vent tube hose for any obstructions, kinks, or incorrect routing position

Install the battery and tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .

NOTE: When the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms can occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 160 km (100 miles) or more to relearn the strategy

Connect the battery cables.
Check the correct operation with parking brake control engaged. The engine should start only in PARK or NEUTRAL. Backup lamps should be active only in the REVERSE position.