What is the purpose of the Transmission Range (TR) sensor on Ford Explorer?

The Transmission Range (TR) sensor is mounted on the automatic transmission and senses the position of the gear selector as chosen by the driver. The TR sensor contains a series of resistors and switch contacts. Depending on the gear selector position, the sensor contacts route current through different combinations of resistors and produce voltage signals of different levels. The sensor sends these signals to the PCM, which uses them for a number of engine and transmission control operations. The TR sensor input affects operation of the EGA system, idle speed control, and transaxle torque converter lockup. The sensor also takes the place of the neutral safety switch used on older automatic transmissions. If the gear selector is not in Park or Neutral, the TR sensor will not let the starter motor operate. The Electronic Engine Control (EEC) system can detect sensor problems and set trouble codes to indicate specific faults. For the check and replacement procedures.

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Ford Explorer Switch - Neutral Sensing
Part Number: E6TZ-7A247-A
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- Other Name: Neutral Safety Switch
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1994 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: 5L2Z-7F293-AA
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- Other Name: Range Sensor
- Replaces: 1L2Z-7F293-AA
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- 2002-2010 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F7LZ-7F293-AA
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy
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- 1997-2001 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R70W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Sensor Assembly - Speed
Part Number: 1L2Z-7F293-BA
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy - Speed
- Replaces: XL2Z-7F293-BA
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- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: 1L2Z-7F293-AA
$49.39 MSRP: $81.64
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- Replaced by: 5L2Z-7F293-AA
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Sensor Assembly - Speed
Part Number: 1L2Z-7F293-AB
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy - Speed
- Replaces: XL2Z-7F293-AA
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer SENSOR ASY
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- Other Name: Range Sensor
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- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Ford Explorer Switch Assembly - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: F5AZ-7A247-A
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- Other Name: Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
- Replaced by: F5AZ-7A247-AA
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R55E, 4AT 4R70W, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: D6RY-7A247-B
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- 1991-1994 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT

Ford Explorer Neutral Safety Switch

The Neutral Safety Switch is found in Ford Explorer cars and assists in preventing the start of the vehicle unless in neutral or park position hence improving safety. This switch is designed to protect the car, and will not allow the car to start if it is not in the right gear. Various models of Ford Explorer have had different types of Neutral Safety Switches whereby the type dictated how it would prevent gear selection before the ignition of the car. Variations in the design of this switch have gone along way in enhancing safety and efficiency of the Neutral Safety Switch of Ford Explorer cars.

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Ford Explorer Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: What is the purpose of the Transmission Range (TR) sensor on Ford Explorer?
A: The Transmission Range (TR) sensor is mounted on the automatic transmission and senses the position of the gear selector as chosen by the driver. The TR sensor contains a series of resistors and switch contacts. Depending on the gear selector position, the sensor contacts route current through different combinations of resistors and produce voltage signals of different levels. The sensor sends these signals to the PCM, which uses them for a number of engine and transmission control operations. The TR sensor input affects operation of the EGA system, idle speed control, and transaxle torque converter lockup. The sensor also takes the place of the neutral safety switch used on older automatic transmissions. If the gear selector is not in Park or Neutral, the TR sensor will not let the starter motor operate. The Electronic Engine Control (EEC) system can detect sensor problems and set trouble codes to indicate specific faults. For the check and replacement procedures.