How to adjust the Neutral Safety Switch on Ford Bronco with E4OD automatic transmission?

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.

How to replace the Neutral Safety Switch on the Ford F-150?

This procedure is specific to the DTR sensors used on 4R7DE and 4R75E transmissions and does not apply to the TR sensor on 6R80 transmissions, which is an integral component of the valve body and cannot be serviced at home. The DTR sensor is located on the left side of the transmission. If replacing the DTR sensor or removing it to replace the transmission, a special alignment tool (307-351) is required. Begin by putting the shift lever in Neutral and disconnecting the negative battery terminal. Raise the vehicle securely on jackstands. For some 4WD models, it may be necessary to remove or disconnect the front driveshaft. Disconnect the shift control cable from the manual control lever and the electrical connector from the DTR sensor. Remove the manual control lever nut and the lever itself. If reinstalling the same DTR sensor, mark its relationship to the transmission case; if replacing it, the special tool is necessary for proper alignment. Remove the DTR sensor mounting bolts and the sensor, ensuring the manual selector shaft remains in the Neutral position. If the selector shaft has been moved, return it to Neutral by rotating it through the gears and then counterclockwise three detent positions. Before installing the DTR sensor, align the Neutral marks on both parts of the sensor. Install the DTR sensor on the manual selector shaft and loosely install the mounting bolts. For the old sensor, align the previously made marks while tightening the bolts securely; for a new sensor, use the alignment tool before tightening the bolts. The remainder of the installation follows the reverse order of removal.

How to service the Neutral Safety Switch on the Ford Ranger?

This procedure applies only to 1993 and 1994 Models with the A4LD transmission; on later models, the function of the Neutral Start switch is performed by the DTR sensor. Begin by disconnecting the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the electrical connector from the switch. Carefully remove the switch, taking care not to crush or puncture its walls. After that, install the switch and tighten it to the specified torque, followed by reconnecting the electrical connector. Finally, connect the negative cable to the battery and check that the engine starts only when the shift selector is in the Neutral or Park positions.

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Ford Sensor - Manual Lever Position
Part Number: F8DZ-7F293-AD
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- Other Name: Neutral Safety Switch, Range Sensor
- Replaces: F8DZ-7F293-AB, F8DZ-7F293-AC
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Freestar | 2004-2007 | 6 Cyl 3.9L OHV EFI NA, 6 Cyl 4.2L OHV EFI | 4AT AX4N, Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
- Taurus | 2000-2007 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 4AT 4F50N, 4AT AX4N, 4AT AX4S
- Windstar | 2000-2003 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT 4F50N, 4AT AX4S
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Ford Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F6CZ-7A247-AA
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy; Range Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: #FBO2 21444-A, 2.0L
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escort | 1997-2003 | 4 Cyl 2.0L | 4AT, 4AT F4E-III, 5MT
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Ford Switch Assembly - Transmission Selector
Part Number: F5RZ-7G550-AA
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- Manufacturer Note: Switch assembly - overdrive cancel - with wiring, FROM 9/98
- Replaces: F5RZ-7A247-BB
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Contour | 1995-2000 | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E
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Ford Switch - Neutral Sensing
Part Number: E6TZ-7A247-A
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- Other Name: Neutral Safety Switch
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Aerostar | 1990-1995 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
- Bronco | 1990-1993, 1987 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L | 3AT C6, 4AT AOD, 4AT E4OD
- Bronco II | 1986-1990 | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 2.9L | 4AT A4LD, 4AT AOD, 4MT, 5MT
- Explorer | 1991-1994 | 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
- F-150 | 1990-1993, 1987 | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L | 3AT C6, 4AT AOD, 4AT E4OD
- F-250 | 1987 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6
- Ranger | 1986-1994 | 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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Ford Transmission Control Assembly
Part Number: MB3Z-7A100-B
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- Other Name: CONTROL ASY - TRANSMISSION; Range Sensor
- Replaces: FL3Z-7A100-C, FL3Z-7A100-H
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-150 | 2015-2020 | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7L, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3L Duratec, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: 6L8Z-7F293-AA
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- Other Name: Neutral Safety Switch, Range Sensor
- Replaces: YL8Z-7F293-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escape | 2001-2008 | 4 Cyl 2.0L Zetec EFI, 4 Cyl 2.3L, 4 Cyl 2.3L Hybrid Gas/Electric DOHC, 6 Cyl 3.0L DOHC EFI Modular | 4AT CD4E, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)
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Ford Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: AE8Z-7F293-A
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- Other Name: Range Sensor
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Fiesta | 2011-2019 | 3 Cyl 1.0L EcoBoost 120PS/125PS/140PS, 4 Cyl 1.6L EcoBoost SCTi -Sigma, 4 Cyl 1.6L GTDI Sigma, 4 Cyl 1.6L TIVCT PFI Sigma | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission GFT DPS6
- Focus | 2012-2018 | 3 Cyl 1.0L EcoBoost 120PS/125PS/140PS, 4 Cyl 2.0L DI TIVCT Petrol, 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , Electric Motor | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission DPS6, Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Ford Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: 7S4Z-7F293-A
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- Other Name: Range Sensor
- Replaces: 5S4Z-7F293-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Focus | 2005-2011 | 4 Cyl 2.0L Duratec HE, 4 Cyl 2.3L | 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle - 4F27E, Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
- Transit Connect | 2010-2013 | 4 Cyl 2.0L Duratec HE, Electric Motor | 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle - 4F27E, Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Ford Speed Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 1L2Z-7F293-AB
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy - Speed
- Replaces: XL2Z-7F293-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2002-2005 | 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 Speed Sensor Assembly
Part Number: 1L2Z-7F293-BA
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- Other Name: Sensor Assy - Speed
- Replaces: XL2Z-7F293-BA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2002-2005 | 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 Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: YL8Z-7F293-AA
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- Replaced by: 6L8Z-7F293-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escape | 2001-2005 | 4 Cyl 2.0L Zetec EFI, 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.0L DOHC EFI Modular | 4AT CD4E, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)
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Ford Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: F8DZ-7F293-AB
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- Replaced by: F8DZ-7F293-AD
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Taurus | 2000-2002 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 4AT 4F50N, 4AT AX4N, 4AT AX4S
- Windstar | 2000 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT AX4S
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Ford Sensor Assembly
Part Number: LC3Z-7H557-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: SENSOR ASY; Range Sensor
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-250 Super Duty | 2023-2025 | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
- F-350 Super Duty | 2023-2025 | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
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Ford Switch Assembly - Transmission Selector
Part Number: F5RZ-7A247-BB
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- Other Name: Switch Assy - Transmission Selector
- Manufacturer Note: Switch assembly - overdrive cancel - with wiring, BEFORE 9/98
- Replaced by: F5RZ-7G550-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Contour | 1995-1998 | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E
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Ford Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: F8DZ-7F293-AC
$69.96 MSRP: $118.00
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: F8DZ-7F293-AD
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Taurus | 2002-2003 | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 4AT 4F50N
- Windstar | 2001-2003 | 6 Cyl 3.8L | 4AT 4F50N
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Ford Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: F7LZ-7F293-AB
$57.23 MSRP: $91.27
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- Replaces: F7LZ-7F293-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Aerostar | 1997 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 5AT 5R55E
- E-150 | 1997-2019 | 10 Cyl 6.8L SOHC EFI NA, 6 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 5.4L Modular SOHC, 8 Cyl 6.0L Diesel OHV DI, 8 Cyl 6.2L OHC NA | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD
- E-250 | 1997-2019 | 10 Cyl 6.8L SOHC EFI NA, 6 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 5.4L Modular SOHC, 8 Cyl 6.0L Diesel OHV DI, 8 Cyl 6.2L OHC NA | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD
- E-350/E-350 Super Duty | 2001-2019 | 10 Cyl 6.8L, 10 Cyl 6.8L SOHC EFI NA, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 5.4L Modular SOHC, 8 Cyl 6.0L Diesel OHV DI, 8 Cyl 6.0L Diesel Turbocharged, 8 Cyl 6.2L OHC NA, 8 Cyl 7.3L Diesel Turbocharged | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 5AT
- E-450 Super Duty | 2005-2019 | 10 Cyl 6.8L SOHC EFI NA, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.4L Modular SOHC, 8 Cyl 6.0L Diesel OHV DI, 8 Cyl 6.2L OHC NA | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS
- Expedition | 1997-2006 | 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 5.4L Modular SOHC | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT 4R75W, 4AT E4OD, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- Explorer | 1997-2001 | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R70W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
- Explorer Sport | 2001-2003 | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- Explorer Sport Trac | 2001-2005 | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
- F-150 | 1997-2014 | 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.7L PFI NA, 6 Cyl 4.2L, 6 Cyl 4.2L OHV EFI, 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Windsor SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.0L MOD DOHC SEFI NA, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 6.2L OHC NA | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD, 5MT, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Output Shaft Speed Sensor
Part Number: XL3Z-7F293-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor - Output Shaft Speed
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-150 | 2004-2008 | 6 Cyl 4.2L OHV EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Windsor SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R70E W/TSS, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Sensor Assembly
Part Number: F7LZ-7F293-AA
$57.23 MSRP: $91.27
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Sensor Assy
- Replaced by: F7LZ-7F293-AB
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Aerostar | 1997 | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 5AT 5R55E
- E-150 | 1997-2000 | 6 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD
- E-250 | 1997-2000 | 6 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD
- Expedition | 1997-2000 | 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD
- Explorer | 1997-2001 | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R70W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
- Explorer Sport | 2001 | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- Explorer Sport Trac | 2001 | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
- F-150 | 1997-2000 | 6 Cyl 4.2L, 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD, 5MT
- F-250 | 1997-1999 | 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 5.8L | 4AT 4R100, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT E4OD, 5MT
- Mustang | 1998-2000 | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R70W
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Ford Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: 5L2Z-7F293-AA
$57.43 MSRP: $91.60
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Range Sensor
- Replaces: 1L2Z-7F293-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2002-2010 | 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)
- Explorer Sport Trac | 2007-2010 | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: E3UZ-7A247-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Bronco | 1983-1986 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L | 3AT C6
- E-150 | 1983-1986 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L Diesel | 3AT C6
- E-250 | 1983-1986 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6
- E-350/E-350 Super Duty | 1983-1986 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6
- F-150 | 1983-1986 | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L | 3AT C5, 3AT C6
- F-250 | 1983-1986 | 6 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.8L, 8 Cyl 6.9L, 8 Cyl 7.5L | 3AT C6
- F-350 | 1983-1986 | 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 Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
D6RY-7A247-B
Q: How to adjust the Neutral Safety Switch on Ford Bronco with E4OD automatic transmission?
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.
Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
F7LZ-7F293-AB
Q: How to replace the Neutral Safety Switch on the Ford F-150?
A:
This procedure is specific to the DTR sensors used on 4R7DE and 4R75E transmissions and does not apply to the TR sensor on 6R80 transmissions, which is an integral component of the valve body and cannot be serviced at home. The DTR sensor is located on the left side of the transmission. If replacing the DTR sensor or removing it to replace the transmission, a special alignment tool (307-351) is required. Begin by putting the shift lever in Neutral and disconnecting the negative battery terminal. Raise the vehicle securely on jackstands. For some 4WD models, it may be necessary to remove or disconnect the front driveshaft. Disconnect the shift control cable from the manual control lever and the electrical connector from the DTR sensor. Remove the manual control lever nut and the lever itself. If reinstalling the same DTR sensor, mark its relationship to the transmission case; if replacing it, the special tool is necessary for proper alignment. Remove the DTR sensor mounting bolts and the sensor, ensuring the manual selector shaft remains in the Neutral position. If the selector shaft has been moved, return it to Neutral by rotating it through the gears and then counterclockwise three detent positions. Before installing the DTR sensor, align the Neutral marks on both parts of the sensor. Install the DTR sensor on the manual selector shaft and loosely install the mounting bolts. For the old sensor, align the previously made marks while tightening the bolts securely; for a new sensor, use the alignment tool before tightening the bolts. The remainder of the installation follows the reverse order of removal.
Sensor Assembly
F7LZ-7F293-AA
Q: How to service the Neutral Safety Switch on the Ford Ranger?
A:
This procedure applies only to 1993 and 1994 Models with the A4LD transmission; on later models, the function of the Neutral Start switch is performed by the DTR sensor. Begin by disconnecting the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the electrical connector from the switch. Carefully remove the switch, taking care not to crush or puncture its walls. After that, install the switch and tighten it to the specified torque, followed by reconnecting the electrical connector. Finally, connect the negative cable to the battery and check that the engine starts only when the shift selector is in the Neutral or Park positions.

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