Tools Required

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J 41545 Park Neutral Position Switch Tool

Shift the transaxle into the NEUTRAL position.
Remove the shift control cable from the transaxle range switch lever.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Shift Control Cable To Transaxle Range Switch Lever
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Remove the transaxle range switch lever nut and lever.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Transaxle Range Switch Lever & Nut
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Loosen the transaxle range switch bolts.
Insert the J 41545 as shown and rotate the switch until the tool drops into position.

Fig 3: Identifying J 41545
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTIC in Cautions and Notices.
Tighten the transaxle range switch bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the transaxle range switch bolt to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Remove the alignment tool.
Install the transaxle range switch lever and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the transaxle range switch lever retaining nut to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Transaxle Range Switch Lever & Nut
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IMPORTANT: After adjusting the switch, verify that the engine only starts in PARK or Neutral. If the engine starts in any other position, adjust the switch.
Install the shift control cable to the transaxle range switch lever and verify proper operation.

Fig 5: Removing/Installing Shift Control Cable To Transaxle Range Switch Lever
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