How is the Neutral Safety Switch adjusted on a 1997-2001 Toyota Avalon?

The Park/Neutral position switch which does not allow the engine to crank in any gear other than Park or Neutral; and if it starts in any other position, the switch needs to be adjusted. This switch also functions as an information sensor for the (ECT Electronic Controlled Transaxle) Electronic Control Unit as it gives electrical input in the form of a voltage signal when the shift lever is in place. To test the switch, lift the front of the vehicle and support it with jackstands disconnected the electrical connector and with an ohmmeter test for continuity between the referenced terminals for each switch position. If the continuity is not as what is specified, then it is advisable to replace the switch. For replacement, raise the front of the, vehicle again, disconnect the electrical connector, remove the manual lever retaining nut, take off the manual lever, remove the switch retaining bolts to delete the switch. It is done in the reverse order that was applied during removal so that the switch is set as desired. For adjustment, the switch retaining bolts need to be loosened, the switch rotated until the groove and neutral basic line is in position then tightening the bolts to hold the switch in position.

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Toyota Avalon Neutral Start Switch Assembly
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- Other Name: Switch Assy, Neutral Start
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- Replaces: 84540-33010
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- 2007-2018 Toyota Avalon | Limited, XL, XLE, XLE Premium, XLE Touring Or Touring, XLS | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2ARFXE, 2GRFE; AVX40L-AEXGBA, AVX40L-AEXPBA, GSX30L-AEAGKA, GSX30L-AEANKA, GSX30L-AEAPKA, GSX30L-AETGKA, GSX30L-AETNKA, GSX30L-AETPKA, GSX40L-AETGKA, GSX40L-AETPKA, GSX40L-AETQKA
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- Other Name: Switch Assy, Neutral Start; Neutral Safety Switch, Range Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: (L)
- Replaces: 84540-48010
- Warranty: This genuine Toyota part is covered by warranty.
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- 2005-2008 Toyota Avalon | Limited, XL, XLS | 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE; GSX30L-AEAGKA, GSX30L-AEANKA, GSX30L-AEAPKA, GSX30L-AETGKA, GSX30L-AETNKA, GSX30L-AETPKA
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly, Neutral; Neutral Safety Switch, Range Sensor
- Manufacturer Note: (L)
- Replaced by: 84540-06021
- Replaces: 84540-33020
- Warranty: This genuine Toyota part is covered by warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2022 Toyota Avalon | Limited, Touring, XLE, XSE | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, A25AFKS, A25AFXS; AXXA55L-AEZGBA, AXXA55L-AEZPBA, AXXH50L-AEXGBA, AXXH50L-AEXPBA, AXXH50L-AEXQBA, AXXH51L-AEXGBA, AXXH51L-AEXPBA, AXXH51L-AEXQBA, GSX50L-AEZGBA, GSX50L-AEZPBA, GSX50L-AEZQBA, GSX50L-AEZSBA
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- Other Name: Switch Assy, Neutral Start; Neutral Safety Switch
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- 1995-2004 Toyota Avalon | XL, XLS | 6 Cyl 3.0L | 1MZFE; MCX10L-AEPGKA, MCX10L-AEPGKK, MCX10L-AEPNKA, MCX10L-AEPNKK, MCX10L-AESGKA, MCX10L-AESGKK, MCX10L-AESNKA, MCX10L-AESNKK, MCX20L-AEPGKA, MCX20L-AEPGKK, MCX20L-AEPNKA, MCX20L-AEPNKK, MCX20L-AESGKA, MCX20L-AESNKA
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- Other Name: Sensor, Shift Lever Position; Neutral Safety Switch, Range Sensor
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- 2013-2018 Toyota Avalon | Limited, XLE, XLE Premium, XLE Touring Or Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2ARFXE, 2GRFE; AVX40L-AEXGBA, AVX40L-AEXPBA, GSX40L-AETGKA, GSX40L-AETPKA, GSX40L-AETQKA
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- Other Name: Neutral Safety Switch, Range Sensor
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2022 Toyota Avalon | Limited, Touring, XLE, XSE | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, A25AFKS, A25AFXS; AXXA55L-AEZGBA, AXXA55L-AEZPBA, AXXH50L-AEXGBA, AXXH50L-AEXPBA, AXXH50L-AEXQBA, AXXH51L-AEXGBA, AXXH51L-AEXPBA, AXXH51L-AEXQBA, GSX50L-AEZGBA, GSX50L-AEZPBA, GSX50L-AEZQBA, GSX50L-AEZSBA
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- Other Name: Switch Assy, Neutral Start
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- Warranty: This genuine Toyota part is covered by warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2022 Toyota Avalon | Limited, Touring, XLE, XSE | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, A25AFKS, A25AFXS; AXXA55L-AEZGBA, AXXA55L-AEZPBA, AXXH50L-AEXGBA, AXXH50L-AEXPBA, AXXH50L-AEXQBA, AXXH51L-AEXGBA, AXXH51L-AEXPBA, AXXH51L-AEXQBA, GSX50L-AEZGBA, GSX50L-AEZPBA, GSX50L-AEZQBA, GSX50L-AEZSBA
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- Other Name: Sensor, Shift Lever; Range Sensor
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- 2019-2022 Toyota Avalon | Limited, Touring, XLE, XSE | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, A25AFKS, A25AFXS; AXXA55L-AEZGBA, AXXA55L-AEZPBA, AXXH50L-AEXGBA, AXXH50L-AEXPBA, AXXH50L-AEXQBA, AXXH51L-AEXGBA, AXXH51L-AEXPBA, AXXH51L-AEXQBA, GSX50L-AEZGBA, GSX50L-AEZPBA, GSX50L-AEZQBA, GSX50L-AEZSBA
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- Other Name: Switch Assy, Neutral Start
- Manufacturer Note: (J)
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2010-2018 Toyota Avalon | Limited, XL, XLE, XLE Premium, XLE Touring Or Touring, XLS | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2ARFXE, 2GRFE; AVX40L-AEXGBA, AVX40L-AEXPBA, GSX30L-AETGKA, GSX30L-AETNKA, GSX30L-AETPKA, GSX40L-AETGKA, GSX40L-AETPKA, GSX40L-AETQKA
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- Manufacturer Note: (J)
- Replaced by: 84540-06021
- Warranty: This genuine Toyota part is covered by warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2022 Toyota Avalon | Limited, Touring, XLE, XSE | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, A25AFKS, A25AFXS; AXXA55L-AEZGBA, AXXA55L-AEZPBA, AXXH51L-AEXGBA, AXXH51L-AEXPBA, AXXH51L-AEXQBA, GSX50L-AEZGBA, GSX50L-AEZPBA, GSX50L-AEZQBA, GSX50L-AEZSBA

Toyota Avalon Neutral Safety Switch

The Toyota Avalon Neutral Safety Switch prevents the sedan from cranking unless the automatic transmission shift lever is properly placed in park or neutral, thus protecting the driver and other people from the vehicle moving inappropriately. The Neutral Safety Switch, which is hidden in the shifter linkage or incorporated in the transmission range sensor, provides a complete starter circuit only when the gear lever gives the go-ahead. Only then does turning the ignition key allow electricity to energize the starter motor. The Neutral Safety Switch has the same basic logic through all model years. The earlier models are cable-linked assemblies and the later are electronically read units. Either way, the mission is the same, to prevent start-up. Drivers may not notice a difference in day-to-day use, but the Neutral Safety Switch is the unsung hero every time the key turns. Within Toyota culture, this small device is also what the Toyota Avalon reliability reputation rests on. Since the system connects to the starter relay and grounds via the transmission selector, any bypassing or corrosion leaves the engine silent. The Neutral Safety Switch is critical to each Avalon on the road.

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Toyota Avalon Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Neutral Start Switch Assembly
84540-20200
Q: How is the Neutral Safety Switch adjusted on a 1997-2001 Toyota Avalon?
A:
The Park/Neutral position switch which does not allow the engine to crank in any gear other than Park or Neutral; and if it starts in any other position, the switch needs to be adjusted. This switch also functions as an information sensor for the (ECT Electronic Controlled Transaxle) Electronic Control Unit as it gives electrical input in the form of a voltage signal when the shift lever is in place. To test the switch, lift the front of the vehicle and support it with jackstands disconnected the electrical connector and with an ohmmeter test for continuity between the referenced terminals for each switch position. If the continuity is not as what is specified, then it is advisable to replace the switch. For replacement, raise the front of the, vehicle again, disconnect the electrical connector, remove the manual lever retaining nut, take off the manual lever, remove the switch retaining bolts to delete the switch. It is done in the reverse order that was applied during removal so that the switch is set as desired. For adjustment, the switch retaining bolts need to be loosened, the switch rotated until the groove and neutral basic line is in position then tightening the bolts to hold the switch in position.