OEM 2006 Toyota Matrix Neutral Safety Switch

2006 Toyota Matrix Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the PARK/NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH ASSEMBLY (ATM) on 2006 Toyota Matrix?

  A: One needs to begin PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY (ATM) replacement by unlocking the battery and battery holder with the removal of 4 bolts. The first step in the transmission control cable assembly disconnection requires removing the nut from the control shaft lever followed by disconnecting the control cable from the lever and extracting the clip which frees the cable from the bracket. The removal process begins with switch connector detachment and then unattaching the nut, washer and control shaft lever before using a screwdriver to pry out the lock plate followed by removing the manual valve shaft nut before taking out the two assembly bolts. The installation procedure for A246E requires fitting the switch to the manual valve shaft followed by initial bolt installation and placement of new lock plate before torquing the nut to reach 5.5 Nm (56 kgf-cm, 49 inch lbs.). Begin by installing the control shaft lever before rotating it counterclockwise until it reaches its stopping point and continuing rotation clockwise two notches. Next, remove the lever and position the switch with the groove lining up against the neutral basic line. Finally, fasten the 2 bolts to 5.5 Nm (56 kgf-cm, 49 inch lbs.). The procedure requires driving a screwdriver into the nut-lock interface to stake it while you install the control shaft lever followed by washer and nut completion with 13 Nm (130 kgf-cm, 9 ft. lbs.) torque then switch connector assembly. The installation process for U341F requires a lock plate screw to 6.9 Nm (70 kgf-cm, 61 inch lbs.) and bolt tightening to 5.4 Nm (55 kgf-cm, 48 inch lbs.). Install the control cable to the control shaft lever by using the nut but place it aside temporarily before fixing the cable into the bracket while ensuring the clip maintains a firm position. Follow the steps to reattach the battery carrier using the 4 bolts while tightening them to 13 Nm (132 kgf-cm, 10 ft. lbs.) before reinstalling the battery. You need to check the position of the shift lever while inspecting the assembly of the park/neutral position switch.