How do you adjust the automatic transmission linkage and neutral start switch?

With the automatic transmission linkage properly adjusted, loosen the two Neutral Safety Switch retaining bolts. Place the transmission selector lever in Neutral. Rotate the switch and insert a No. 43 drill bit (shank end) into the gauge pin holes of the switch. The drill shank must be inserted a full 31/64 inch through all three holes of the switch. Tighten the switch retaining bolts securely, then remove the drill bit from the switch. Check the operation of the switch. The back-up lights should come on only when the transmission is in Reverse and the engine should start only with the transmission lever in Park and Neutral.

How do you adjust the Neutral Safety Switch?

To raise the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Check the manual shift linkage. Place the transmission in the Neutral position. Loosen the two MLPS retaining bolts. Using the MLPS adjusting tool, position MLPS and tighten the retaining bolts securely. Remove the jackstands and lower the vehicle.

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Ford F-250 Switch - Neutral Sensing
Part Number: E6TZ-7A247-A
- Other Name: Neutral Safety Switch
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1987 Ford F-250 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6
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Ford F-250 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F7TZ-7F293-AA
- Other Name: Sensor Assy; Back-Up & Neutral Safety Switch, Range Sensor
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1997-1999 Ford F-250 | 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 5.8L | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD, 5MT
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Ford F-250 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F7LZ-7F293-AA
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Replaced by: F7LZ-7F293-AB
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Ford F-250 Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F7TZ-7A247-AA
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Manufacturer Note: #F7TP 7F293-AA
- Replaced by: F7TZ-7F293-AA
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Ford F-250 Switch Assembly - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: F5TZ-7A247-B
- Other Name: Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor; Back-Up & Neutral Safety Switch
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1995-1997 Ford F-250 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 7.3L, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD
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Ford F-250 Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
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Ford F-250 Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: F1TZ-7A247-A
- Other Name: Neutral Safety Switch
- Manufacturer Note: #F1TP 7C106,BA, F1TP 7A247,BA , C6
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Ford F-250 Switch Assembly - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: F5TZ-7A247-A
- Other Name: Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
- Manufacturer Note: Kit to replace E9TZ-A Sensor.
- Replaced by: F5TZ-7A247-AA
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1990-1994 Ford F-250 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 7.3L, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6, 4AT AOD, 4AT E4OD
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Ford F-250 Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: E3UZ-7A247-A
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1983-1986 Ford F-250 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6
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Ford F-250 Switch - Neutral Sensing
Part Number: E7TZ-7A247-B
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1987-1988 Ford F-250 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L, 8 Cyl 7.3L, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6
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Ford F-250 Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Answers

Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
E3UZ-7A247-A
Q: How do you adjust the automatic transmission linkage and neutral start switch?
A: With the automatic transmission linkage properly adjusted, loosen the two Neutral Safety Switch retaining bolts. Place the transmission selector lever in Neutral. Rotate the switch and insert a No. 43 drill bit (shank end) into the gauge pin holes of the switch. The drill shank must be inserted a full 31/64 inch through all three holes of the switch. Tighten the switch retaining bolts securely, then remove the drill bit from the switch. Check the operation of the switch. The back-up lights should come on only when the transmission is in Reverse and the engine should start only with the transmission lever in Park and Neutral.
Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
F1TZ-7A247-A
Q: How do you adjust the Neutral Safety Switch?
A: To raise the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Check the manual shift linkage. Place the transmission in the Neutral position. Loosen the two MLPS retaining bolts. Using the MLPS adjusting tool, position MLPS and tighten the retaining bolts securely. Remove the jackstands and lower the vehicle.

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