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Transmission Position Switch/Sensor: Description and Operation
Park/Neutral (Safety) Switch Operation

PURPOSE

Signals the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) of gear selection.

OPERATION

On vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, the park/neutral switch indicates if the transmission is in NEUTRAL, PARK, or a DRIVE
GEAR. Based on input from this switch the PCM will adjust fuel injector pulse width, ignition timing advance, and idle speed. 

Transmission Position Switch/Sensor, A/T|Service and Repair > < Transmission Range Sensor