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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Oldsmobile 🢒 1998 🢒 Intrigue 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Wiring Systems 🢒 Park/Neutral Position Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Apply the parking brake.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Shift the transaxle into Neutral.
  4. Remove the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.4L.
  5. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector cable from the cable lever and the cable bracket. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Replacement .

    6. Object Number: 161104 Size: SH
  6. Remove the PNP switch electrical connectors.
  7. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector lever. Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Lever Replacement .

    8. Object Number: 161076 Size: SH
  8. Remove the PNP switch bolt/screwss.
  9. Remove the PNP switch.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 161076 Size: SH
  1. Verify that the shift selector shaft in Neutral.

    2. Important: DO NOT ROTATE A NEW PNP SWITCH. A new PNP switch is pinned in the Neutral position. If after the PNP switch is installed, the PNP switch bolt holes do not align with the threaded holes in the transaxle, verify that the shift selector shaft is in Neutral.

    Adjust the PNP switch if the new switch has been rotated and the pin is broken or if you are installing an old PNP switch. Refer to Park/Neutral Position Switch Adjustment .

  2. Align the flats of the shift shaft to the flats in the PNP switch.
  3. Install the PNP switch to the transaxle.

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the PNP switch bolts/screws.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the PNP switch bolts/screws to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  5. Install the automatic transaxle range selector lever. Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Lever Replacement

    6. Object Number: 161104 Size: SH
  6. Install the PNP switch electrical connectors.

    7. Object Number: 161163 Size: SH
  7. Install the automatic transaxle range selector cable. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Replacement .

    8. Important: Verify that the engine starts only in the Park position or the Neutral position once the PNP switch is installed. If the engine starts with the transaxle in any other gear, adjust the PNP switch, refer to Park/Neutral Position Switch Adjustment . If the engine STILL starts in other gears, inspect the shift cable for proper adjustment. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Adjustment .

  8. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.4L.
  9. Remove the blocks from the wheels.
  10. Disengage the parking brake.