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Transmission Range Switch Replacement

  1. Do the battery removal procedure (see RECONNECTION ).
  2. Remove the main under-hood fuse box from the battery base.
  3. Remove the intake air duct and the air cleaner housing.
  4. Remove the battery base and the battery base bracket.
  5. Disconnect the transmission range switch connector.
  6. Remove the spring clip (A) and the control pin (B), then separate the shift cable end (C) from the control lever (D).
    Fig 1: Locating Spring Clip, Control Pin, Shift Cable End And Control Lever
    G08057537Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Check the bushing (E) in the shift cable end for a proper fit and wear. If the bushing is loose or worn, replace the shift cable (see SHIFT CABLE REPLACEMENT  ).
  8. Remove the transmission range switch.
    Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Range Switch
    G08057538Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Turn the control lever fully counterclockwise to the P position. Then turn the control lever clockwise two clicks to the N position.
    Fig 3: Turning Control Lever P Position To N Position
    G08057539Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Set a new transmission range switch (A) to the N position. Align the cutouts (B) on the rotary-frame with the neutral positioning cutouts (C) on the transmission range switch, then put a 2.0 mm (0.08 in) feeler gauge blade (D) in the cutouts to hold the transmission range switch in the N position.
    NOTE: Be sure to use a 2.0 mm (0.08 in) feeler gauge blade or equivalent to hold the transmission range switch in the N position.
    Fig 4: Aligning Cutouts On Rotary-Frame With Neutral Positioning Cutouts On Transmission Range Switch
    G08057540Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Install the transmission range switch (A) gently on the selector control shaft (B) while holding it in the N position with the 2.0 mm (0.08 in) blade (C).
    Fig 5: Locating Transmission Range Switch, Selector Control Shaft And 2.0 mm (0.08 in) Blade
    G08057541Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Tighten the bolts on the transmission range switch while you continue to hold the N position. Do not move the transmission range switch when tightening the bolts. Then remove the feeler gauge.
    Fig 6: Bolts And Transmission Range Switch With Torque Specifications
    G08057542Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  13. Apply molybdenum grease to the center of the bushing (A) on the shift cable end (B). Attach the shift cable end to the control lever (C), then insert the control pin (D) into the control lever hole through the shift cable end, and secure the control pin with the spring clip (E).
    Fig 7: Locating Bushing, Shift Cable End, Control Lever, Control Pin And Spring Clip
    G08057543Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  14. Check the transmission range switch connectors for rust, corrosion, or oil, and clean or repair if necessary, then connect the transmission range switch connector securely.
  15. Install the battery base bracket and the battery base.
  16. Install the air cleaner housing and the intake air duct.
  17. Install the main under-hood fuse box on the battery base.
  18. Do the battery installation procedure (see RECONNECTION ).
  19. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Move the shift lever through all positions, and verify the transmission range switch matches the A/T gear position indicator.
  20. Check that the engine only starts in P and N.
  21. Check that the back-up lights come on when the shift lever is in R.
  22. Raise the vehicle on a lift, make sure it is securely supported, and allow all four wheels to rotate freely. Then start the engine, and check the shift lever operation.
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