Hyundai Palisade Quiz
Automatic Transmission System (A8LF1)

Position Sensor

In this manual: Automatic Transmission System (A8LF1)
General Information — 10Engine Mechanical System — 56Engine Electrical System — 28Emission Control System — 21Engine Control System/Fuel System — 42Automatic Transmission System (A8LF1) — 33All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System — 16Drive Shaft and Axle — 19Suspension System — 28Steering — 17Restraints — 20Brake System — 39Body (Interior and Exterior) — 142Body Electrical System — 171Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 47Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) — 44
18steps
~108min
4/5difficulty
0102030405011.89N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Specifications

Specification

Item Specification
Supply voltage (V) 4.5 - 5.5 V
Output type Shift range Non-contact (2-channel PWM signal)

Description and Operation

Description

Shift position output signal (P, R, N, D) from the actuator to the controller (SBW_SCU Control Unit).
Hyundai Palisade. Description and operation
1. Electronic shift actuator
2. Bracket
3. Position sensors

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Main Symptom Possible Cause Components to Inspect and Remedy
Shock when shifting into D/R and back
Engine races when shifting into D/R		 Incorrect "N" position sensor adjustment Use the "N" adjustment tool and adjust the "N" setting.
(Refer to "Automatic Transmission System - Position Sensor")
Incorrect hydraulic control unit oil pressure Replace the valve body assembly or inspect/replace the transaxle assembly.
Engine starts improperly
Current gear not shown in cluster
Warning lamp ON
Engine stalls when stopping
Creep function not possible
Automatic parking release disabled		 Faulty CAN termination resistor/circuit Check the TCM / battery management system module.
Check the TCM wiring connector connection.
Position sensor circuit fuse is faulty Check the fuse and the junction box terminal and repair.
Faulty position sensor wiring connector Check for foreign material in the wiring connector and check the terminals for play.
Check the seal on the unused pin and make sure there is no corrosion on the terminal.
Faulty reverse lamp circuit Check the reverse lamp ground and reassemble if necessary.
Faulty position sensor wiring ground
Check the wiring ground and reassemble if necessary.
Position sensor DTC Inspect according to the inspection procedure, then replace the position sensor if necessary.

Repair Procedures

Removal

Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  • Before removing the position sensor, press and hold the "N" button (A) and place the shifter in "N".
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Remove the battery and battery tray. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
  3. Remove the air duct and air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
  4. Disconnect the position sensor connector (A).
  5. Disconnect the electronic shift actuator connector (B).
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  6. Remove the electronic shift actuator (D) by removing the bolts (C).
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  7. Remove the position sensor (B) after removing the bolts (A).
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures

Installation

  1. Make sure the shaft (A) is in the "N" position.
  2. Install the position sensor (B).
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  3. Install the "N" position sensor fixing SST (No.: 09459 - 4G100) (D) into the sensor (A), housing pin (B) and anti-rotation guide (C).
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  4. Install the bolts (A) into the position sensor.

    Tightening Torque: 9.8–11.8 N·m

  5. Remove the "N" position sensor fixing SST (No.: 09459 - 4G100) (B).
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  6. Install the electronic shift actuator (A).
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  7. Install the bolts (A).

    Tightening torque: 20.6–26 N·m

    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  8. Connect the electronic shift actuator (A) and the position sensor (B).
    Hyundai Palisade. Repair procedures
  9. Install the air duct and air filter assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Filter")
  10. Install the battery and battery tray. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery".)
  11. Make sure that the position sensor operates smoothly in each range corresponding to each position of the electronic shift button.

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