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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999RANGER 2WD V6-3.0L VIN UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTRANSMISSION POSITION SENSOR/SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Ford Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L VIN U
Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair
1999 Ford Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L VIN USECTION Service and Repair
Special Tools:
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the shift cable.
1 Disconnect the shift cable from the manual control lever.
2 Disconnect the shift cable from the bracket.
4. Disconnect the digital Transmission Range (TR) sensor electrical connector.
5. Remove the manual control outer lever nut and manual control outer lever.
6. Remove the screws and the digital TR sensor.
Installation
1. Install the digital TR sensor.
1 Position the digital TR sensor.
2 Loosely install the screws.
2. NOTE: The manual lever must be in neutral.
Align the digital TR sensor.
1 Install TRS Alignment Tool into the three slots on the digital TR sensor. The tool is designed to fit snug.
2 Tighten the screws and remove the tool.
3. Install the manual control outer lever.
1 Install the manual control outer lever.
2 Install the manual control outer lever nut.
4. Connect the digital Transmission Range (TR) sensor electrical connector.
5. Connect the shift cable.
1 Connect the shift cable to the bracket.
2 Connect the shift cable to the manual control lever.
6. Verify that the shift cable is adjusted.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Connect the battery ground 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.