1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift the transmission into neutral.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Raise the vehicle.



5. Remove the nut securing the transmission control lever to the manual shaft.
6. Remove the transmission control lever from the manual shaft.
7. Disconnect the two wiring harness connectors from the park/neutral position switch.
8. Remove two bolts securing the park/neutral position switch to the transmission.
9. Remove the park/neutral position switch from the manual shaft.

File the manual shaft if the switch won't slide off.

Tools Required

J 41364-A Neutral Position Adjustment Tool

1. Position the J 41364-A onto the park/neutral position switch. Ensure that the two slots on the switch where the manual shaft is inserted are lined up with the lower two tabs on the tool.
2. Rotate the tool until the upper locator pin on the tool is lined up with the slot on the top of the switch.



3. If the park/neutral position switch did not slide off the manual shaft, file the outer edge of the manual shaft in order to remove any burrs.
4. Install the switch to the transmission manual shaft by aligning the switch hub flats with the manual shaft flats.
5. Slide the switch onto the transmission manual shaft until the switch mounting bracket contacts the mounting bosses on the transmission.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

6. Install the switch to the transmission with two bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts securing the switch to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

7. Remove the J 41364-A from the switch.
8. Install the wiring harness connectors to the switch.



9. Install the transmission control lever to the manual shaft with the nut.

Tighten
Tighten the control lever nut to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Connect the negative battery cable.
12. Inspect the switch for proper operation. The engine must start in the Park or Neutral positions only. If adjustment is required, loosen the switch retaining bolts and rotate the switch slightly, then tighten the bolts and check the switch for proper operation.