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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2005OPTRA (CANADA) L4-2.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLETRANSMISSION POSITION SENSOR/SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
2005 Chevrolet Optra (CANADA) L4-2.0L
Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair
2005 Chevrolet Optra (CANADA) L4-2.0LSECTION Service and Repair
Park/Neutral Position Switch Replacement
Tools Required
DT 46473 (DW260-050) Park/Neutral Position Switch Installer
Removal Procedure
Caution:
Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the park/neutral position switch.
3. Disconnect the shift control cable and the retaining clip.
4. Remove the shift lever nut and the shift lever.
5. Remove the park/neutral start switch.
Installation Procedure
1. Place the shift lever in Neutral.
Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
2. Install the park/neutral start switch.
Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
3. Use DT 46473 (1) to adjust the start switch.
4. Install the shift lever and the shift lever nut.
Tighten the nut to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
5. Connect the shift control cable and the retaining clip.
6. Connect the electrical connector to the park/neutral position switch.
7. Connect the negative battery cable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.