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Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)
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  1. On 4x4 vehicles, remove the front driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVELINE SYSTEM .
  2. On 4x2 vehicles, with the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
  3. It is not necessary to remove the shift cable and bracket from the transmission.
  4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure
    Fig 2: Removal Sequence Of Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor
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  6. Refill the transmission with the specified fluid.
  7. Verify that the shift cable is adjusted correctly. For additional information, refer to SELECTOR LEVER CABLE ADJUSTMENT .

Item 1: TR Sensor Electrical Connector Removal Note 

  1. Move the rubber boot back to gain access to the connector.
    Fig 3: Removing Rubber Boot Back To Gain Access To Connector
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  2. Disconnect the digital TR sensor connector.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Digital TR Sensor Connector
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Item 6: TR Sensor Installation Note 

    CAUTION: The digital TR sensor must fit flush against the boss on the case to prevent damage to the sensor.
    Fig 5: Installing Digital TR Sensor
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  1. Install the digital TR sensor and loosely install the screws.

Item 5: TR Sensor Screws Installation Note 

    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.
    Fig 6: Installing Special Tool
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  1. Using the special tool, align the digital TR sensor and tighten the screws in an alternating sequence.

Item 1: TR Sensor Electrical Connector Installation Note 

  1. Connect the digital TR sensor connector.
    Fig 7: Connecting Digital TR Sensor Connector
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  2. Move the rubber boot back over the connector.
    Fig 8: Installing Rubber Boot Back Over Connector
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