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Digital Transmission Range (TR) Sensor: Installation

    CAUTION: The digital transmission range sensor must fit flush against the boss on the case to prevent damage to the sensor.
    Fig 1: Installing Digital TR Sensor Screws
    G03863279Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install the digital TR sensor and loosely install the screws.
  2. 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.
  3. Using the special tool, align the digital TR sensor and tighten the screws in an alternating sequence.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 2: Aligning Digital TR Sensor
      G03863280Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the outer manual lever.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
      Fig 3: Installing Outer Manual Lever
      G03863281Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the shift cable to the manual control lever.
    Fig 4: Installing Shift Cable To Manual Control Lever
    G03863282Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Reconnect the digital TR sensor connector.
    Fig 5: Connecting Digital TR Sensor Connector
    G03863283Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Move the rubber boot back over the connector.
    Fig 6: Moving Rubber Boot Back Over Connector
    G03863284Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Verify that the shift cable is adjusted correctly. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS .