OEM 2001 Toyota Echo Neutral Safety Switch

2001 Toyota Echo Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the Neutral Safety Switch on 2001 Toyota Echo?

  A: Start the service and repair of the Transmission Position Switch/Sensor by taking off the air cleaner assembly. Before installing the park/neutral position switch disconnect its connector and detach the switch through the removal process which includes the nut followed by a washer and control shift lever. Start by using a screwdriver to remove the lock plate from the assembly before taking off the nut and lock plate and final step is to remove the two bolts which enables releasing the park/neutral position switch. The procedure for installing and adjusting the park/neutral position switch requires pre-installing two bolts followed by torque application at 5.4 Nm (55 kgf-cm, 48 inch lbs.). Begin by installing the new lock plate along with its nut and applying 6.9 Nm (70 kgf-cm, 61 inch lbs.) torque. Finally secure the nut by bending the claws on the lock plate. The control shift lever needs a torque of 13 Nm (130 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.) for installation followed by attaching the shift control cable to the control shaft with a torque of 15 Nm (150 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.). Check the engine starting capability with the shift lever positioned in N or P after connecting the park/neutral position switch connector; running the adjustment procedure will fix any starting problems. The completion of the procedure includes reinstalling the air cleaner assembly followed by a test drive of the vehicle.