Removal

2009 Lexus ES 350 V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)SECTION Removal







U660E AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE: PARK / NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH:

REMOVAL

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
2. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL Removal
3. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH Removal
4. REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET ASSEMBLY Removal
5. REMOVE AIR CLEANER CAP SUB-ASSEMBLY
6. REMOVE AIR CLEANER CASE SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal
7. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR CLEANER INLET Removal
8. REMOVE AIR CLEANER BRACKET





(a) Separate the wire harness clamp.
(b) Remove the 3 bolts and air cleaner bracket.
9. REMOVE PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY





(a) Remove the clip from the transmission cable bracket.





(b) Remove the nut and transmission control cable from the control shaft lever.
(c) Disconnect the connector from the park/neutral position switch.





(d) Remove the nut, washer and control shaft lever from the control shaft.





(e) Remove the 2 bolts and park/neutral position switch from the control shaft.
NOTE:
Before removing the park/neutral position switch, remove any dirt or rust on the installation portion of the control shaft. Be sure to remove the switch straight along the shaft while being careful not to deform the plate spring that supports the shaft. If the plate spring is deformed, the park/neutral switch cannot be reinstalled correctly.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.
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