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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012E 150 V8-4.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLETRANSMISSION POSITION SENSOR/SWITCHADJUSTMENTS
2012 Ford E 150 V8-4.6L
Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Adjustments
2012 Ford E 150 V8-4.6LSECTION Adjustments
Transmission Range (TR) Sensor Adjustment
NOTICE: Do not pry on the swivel tube to disconnect the transmission shift linkage.
NOTE: Manual control lever must be in the NEUTRAL position.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the selector lever cable from the manual control lever.
3. Disconnect the Transmission Range (TR) sensor electrical connector.
4. Remove the manual control lever.
1. Remove the manual control lever nut.
2. Remove the manual control lever.
5. Loosen, but do not remove, the TR (Transmission Range) sensor bolts.
6. NOTE: The manual control lever must be in the NEUTRAL position.
Using the TR (Transmission Range) Sensor Alignment Gauge, align the TR (Transmission Range) sensor slots. The TR (Transmission Range) Sensor Alignment Gauge is designed to fit snug.
7. NOTICE: Tightening one bolt before tightening the other may cause the Transmission Range (TR) sensor to bind or become damaged.
Using the TR (Transmission Range) Sensor Alignment Gauge, align the TR (Transmission Range) sensor and tighten the bolts in an alternating sequence.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
8. Install the manual control lever.
1. Position the manual control lever.
2. Install a new manual control lever shaft outer nut.
- Tighten to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
9. Install the TR (Transmission Range) sensor electrical connector.
10. With the manual control lever in NEUTRAL, connect the selector lever 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.