Park / neutral position (PNP) function
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The gear-shift position sensor has a park / neutral position (PNP) function to prevent the engine being started with a gear selected.
This function prevents the engine being started unless the P or N positions are selected. This prevents the car from lurching forwards when started.
For further information, see CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE (CEM) (2005-2006) .