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Neutral Safety Switch

  1. Place gearshift lever in "N" position. Ensure gearshift linkage is adjusted correctly. See GEARSHIFT LINKAGE  under ADJUSTMENTS. Loosen neutral safety switch mounting bolts at transmission. Remove screw from alignment pin hole at bottom of switch (if equipped).
  2. On 2.5L, place manual lever in Neutral. Line up neutral mark on switch with manual lever.
  3. Tighten mounting bolts to specification. Refer to the TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  table. Remove alignment pin. Install alignment pin hole screw (if equipped), and check switch operation. Vehicle should start only with gearshift in "P" or "N" position.