How to replace and adjust the DTR sensor in 1993-2011 Ford Ranger with an automatic transmission?

This procedure is for later model vehicles with automatic transmission. It is intended for home mechanics without access to special alignment tools. Disconnect the battery, place the shift lever in neutral, raise the vehicle, locate and disconnect the DTR sensor, remove the manual lever, mark the relationship of the DTR sensor, remove the sensor, align the neutral marks, slide the sensor onto the lever shaft, tighten the bolts, and recheck alignment. Drive to a dealer if necessary.

How to replace and adjust DTR sensor on 2000-2011 Ford Ranger with an automatic transmission?

To service the DTR sensor without a specialized tool, first disconnect the negative battery cable and set the shift lever to NEUTRAL. Securely raise the vehicle on jackstands. Access the DTR sensor on the left side of the transmission, disconnect its electrical connector, and disconnect the shift cable from the manual control lever. Remove the lever, mark the sensor's position before unmounting it. Ensure the transmission is in Neutral before reinstalling. Align the DTR sensor's Neutral marks with those on the inner and stationary rings, then slide it onto the manual lever shaft. Tighten the mounting bolts and recheck alignment. If needed, a dealer can refine alignment. Reverse these steps to complete the installation.

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- Other Name: Neutral Safety Switch
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1986-1994 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 2.9L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
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- Replaces: F7LZ-7F293-AA
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- 1997-2011 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 4 Cyl 2.3L NA Petrol, 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.0L OHV EFI, 6 Cyl 4.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 4AT 4R44E, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5AT 5R44E, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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- 1997-2003 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 5AT 5R44E, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Ranger Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
F7LZ-7F293-AB
Q: How to replace and adjust the DTR sensor in 1993-2011 Ford Ranger with an automatic transmission?
A: This procedure is for later model vehicles with automatic transmission. It is intended for home mechanics without access to special alignment tools. Disconnect the battery, place the shift lever in neutral, raise the vehicle, locate and disconnect the DTR sensor, remove the manual lever, mark the relationship of the DTR sensor, remove the sensor, align the neutral marks, slide the sensor onto the lever shaft, tighten the bolts, and recheck alignment. Drive to a dealer if necessary.
Sensor Assembly
F7LZ-7F293-AA
Q: How to replace and adjust DTR sensor on 2000-2011 Ford Ranger with an automatic transmission?
A: To service the DTR sensor without a specialized tool, first disconnect the negative battery cable and set the shift lever to NEUTRAL. Securely raise the vehicle on jackstands. Access the DTR sensor on the left side of the transmission, disconnect its electrical connector, and disconnect the shift cable from the manual control lever. Remove the lever, mark the sensor's position before unmounting it. Ensure the transmission is in Neutral before reinstalling. Align the DTR sensor's Neutral marks with those on the inner and stationary rings, then slide it onto the manual lever shaft. Tighten the mounting bolts and recheck alignment. If needed, a dealer can refine alignment. Reverse these steps to complete the installation.