Honda Intermittent No Start-Transmission Range Switch Replacement 2005 Accord V6 (2003-2007 Similar)

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[@treetom77]

I wish all mechanics were as caring, careful, and thorough as you. Great video

[@BigDog50001]

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[@2k_]

Thank you so much. My 2007 Accord has had this for two years now but I knew the trick, just put it in neutral and it's fine and I'll live with it. Car thieves will be having trouble starting this thing lol

[@BigDog50001]

Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!

[@prolly2stoned420]

Mine had no starting problem but it misfires like crazy and has loss of power.

[@Marcuslamar103]

Mines showing that code now how do i get it to start if it stops run

[@nitinkhabrani475]

Mate i was getting an error P1717 and D light was flashing in ODO meter so i used your trick and it worked for me. Now I start my car in neutral only but my only worry is will this harm transmission in long run ?!

[@2k_]

@@nitinkhabrani475 It's been 5 years now and still I'm using the same trick and I'm having no issues with the transmission. If you are too cautious ask a pro. All the best.

[@damnitcalli2026]

This is a lifesaver. Knew the issue cause our car starts in nuetral but had no clue on any course towards a repair without taking it to the mechanic.

[@BigDog50001]

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[@robertorodriguez9110]

I been having this problem for years, all I ever did was put my foot on the brake and cycle the shifter and started the car. It usually did start on the first attempt but after the car not starting for me on NYE before leaving to work I am glad I found this video. I really do hope this solves it for me once and for all. Thank you.

[@ozzyshaddick148]

Are we twins or something? I had the exact same experience. Just cycled it to neutral every time until on NYE (a little over a week ago) it did not start at all. Took it to a mechanic and they couldn't duplicate it so they said its probably the battery and wanted to replace it for $250... Looks like I'm replacing this switch myself lol.

[@ucdred1]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! my son had this same problem, we was looking every where this was a great help, thank you so much for the help.

[@BigDog50001]

Glad it helped, thanks for the comment!

[@thelmalehman5332]

This happened to me 3 times. The first time had it towed to the dealer they changed the starter. Of course worked fine for awhile left me sit again. Had it towed again they found nothing it started right up for them gave it back.😔 happened again the warranty was about to run out on the new starter they put in (because thats what the dealer said the problem was). I called them told them what was happening they said you can have it towed in they would look at it. I dont know why i did it but i put the car in reverse then back in park and it started right up. I looked uo your video THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHAREING THIS!!!

[@MrRaczek69]

This is Awesome info. I have 2004 Honda Accord Coupe but 4 cyl. I will remember this forever . You should teach Honda's mechanics how to proper diagnose issues... In my book you are the BEST mechanic as I mentioned in my previous comment . I am very glad that I found you on KZbin .

[@BigDog50001]

I don't know about being the best, but I do try my best! Thank you for the comment!

[@alexandercahoulan6583]

just have to say.....great video man. No bs. Just very professional video showing clear view and clear direction of job. Your a gift to us all. lol

[@BigDog50001]

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[@richardwarner746]

Thanks....great video. I plan on doing my 2015 Civic soon. Another possible indication that the switch is bad could be the fact that both"p" and "d" are lit when I first turn the ignition on. There's also a sizzling sound coming from that area. It's been ornery to start here and there, but hasn't stranded me yet. Thank goodness for the Gold Wing backup! Also, I'd be tempted to give those electrical connections a drink of contact cleaner!

[@wyattoneable]

Yes sir, that's a valid test. Lots of people wouldn't think to check that. Great tutorial.

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks!

[@alexandercahoulan6583]

your my go to honda guy. Period. I have accord 7th gen v6. same exact car as in this video.

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you for the comment!

[@donjohnson3701]

I have a 2004 Acura with this problem! Thank-you! Would have spent $hundreds at a dealer trying to solve this problem!

[@tomytable1753]

Just wanted to say thank you so much for the video. Replacing my T.R.S. Plus the safety tips.

[@jenniferlabathe5117]

Watched a few other videos and yours is the Best one by far.

[@omarG19100]

good job man. never thought about the safty switch. i would have been looking at starter if no crank lol.

[@BigDog50001]

It's just one more piece of the puzzle lol, thanks for the comment!

[@alexandercuello3168]

Thank you for sharing this video, my 07 Honda pilot does that every now and then. I have to move the shifter a few times and then it will start. I will definitely do this repair on my own thank you very much again!

[@BigDog50001]

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[@robtfern3548]

This part was my problem. Replacing it today. Thank you!!

[@BigDog50001]

Glad the video helped, thanks for the comment!

[@billyyoder8171]

Thank you Dave. Good job. I appreciate your videos. Have a blessed and safe week.

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you!

[@gregorysantana6621]

that was great job !! now I know where is this switch !! thank you for you to show how change !! it was also good camera you use !!

[@BigDog50001]

I appreciate the comment, thanks!

[@robertnagel612]

This is a great video. Very well done. Thank you. I wish I could have you replace mine!

[@tanpham1975]

I am currently having the SAME issues on my 2004 Honda Accord 2.4L EXL as well, every time my car won't start (usually after I parked the car in REVERSE) I then shift thru the gear and put it back to Park position then it will start. Now that you mentioned the what the problem is, I will work on replace the transmission range switch and I hope the procedures is the same as for 2.4L engine. Thank you for a great video.

[@BigDog50001]

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[@mickluke9228]

Hi there exactly the same happened to me today after parking my 2003 EXL V6 Honda Accord in reverse, it took a good 5 minutes to eventually start it would not even crank over in neutral, it ended up cranking over and starting in park after 5 minutes. I have had this problem before in this car

[@anthonyheak3479]

Great tutorial Big Dog! Thanks, I appreciate the video.

[@goldenbear31]

Excellent video! Very well explained and demonstrated. Cheers to you!

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks 👍!

[@emmanuelvallero2993]

Thank a lot,you just save me tons of time on my wife’s civic

[@BigDog50001]

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[@spelunkerd]

This kind of intermittent problem is good reason to carry a few tools in the car, like a test light and maybe a multimeter. You never know when a critical clue, like no voltage on the S post of the starter, will narrow the hunt for a diagnosis.

[@bufordcompany770]

Thank you, thought it might be something like this, but I quit spinning wrenches years ago. I know I want the garage to try this first.

[@BigDog50001]

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[@mikesthilaire9807]

Great video! I just changed mine today! The detail in your videos are straight foward and easy to understand. Any questions i would have had you answered throught the video, great details thanks

[@BigDog50001]

I appreciate the comment, thank you!

[@azaharimohamad746]

TQ sir. VG teacher. Not all know this.

[@BigDog50001]

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[@themechanic6117]

Same model accord. A friend of mine had the same problem. He dropped it off and i could not get it to act up after two days of having it. The day he takes it back...boom , no start at his house. He takes it to the dealer and they wanted to charge him $500 for ignitionswitch. Long story short, i ended up replacing the safety neutral switch. Problem fixed

[@BigDog50001]

Sounds like somebody wanted to make a $500 guess, good to hear you got it fixed!

[@sikandarhayat9092]

love you man you saved my 250 $. you are the best God bless you and I subscribed your channel too .

[@BigDog50001]

Glad it helped, thanks for the comment and welcome!

[@AllaNetWork]

Very helpful and professional.

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you, I appreciate the comment!

[@daviddewveall5225]

Very good video; great attention to detail. A complete novice could use your instructions to perform this service.

[@elmecanico4943]

Great video, very methodical.. Have a question, where does a 2013 civic 1.8L have the neutral safety switch? What is the trouble code for this Honda or a 2013 civic, if any related to this issue?

[@trademarkinfo]

Very very good, you help me in Brazil, thanks my friend

[@AK-ljkm]

very good teacher. Thank you

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks 👍!

[@tompem]

I've been nursing a bad switch for months, my mechanic mistakenly thought the chip in the key was failing, causing no crank, no start. . For a while, when Park wouldn't work, was shift into Neutral. Then sometimes back to Park, and then back to Neutral. It would always eventually work by just playing with it. Then when even that failed, I would leave it in Neutral and then just lightly bump the selector down or lightly move it up. That has been my go to of late. The switch will be replaced shortly, but these techniques should keep you running for a while.

[@lemarevans8769]

@BigDog50001 great video!!! Just recently purchased a 2003 Honda Accord V6. Previous owner said that the car ran hot and motor locked up. When checking for codes, only one that came up was transmission neutral safety switch. Could this be the problem so far as the motor locked up and not cranking?

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Another good Honda video Dave. Have an enjoyable Easter weekend. ❤️️

[@BigDog50001]

You too, thanks!

[@TheDisgruntledMechanic]

Great job as usual Dave. Keep the great content coming! And love that Snappy torque wrench!

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks Mike!

[@fredkarg9839]

Very clear with excellent camera work and lighting. My 98 Accord shows same intermittent symptoms but I can get it started by wiggling shifter, stepping on brake or doing both. How would wiggling the shifter change things? Is there a mechanical connection to some electrical starter part? Thanks.

[@BigDog50001]

There are electrical contacts inside the range switch and the range switch is connected to the transmission via the shaft it slides on to. If the engine computer does not sense that it is in park or neutral, then it will not allow the car to start. When you move the gear selector then that moves the contacts inside the range switch slightly which can cause either a better or worse electrical connection.

[@fredkarg9839]

@@BigDog50001 Wow, someone on the vast Internet actually read my question and replied. You made my day sir. Yes, now I understand. I watched another video where someone took that switch out and cleaned it and seeing how the switch actually works made it all clear to me. It's exactly how you explained it. The car is in otherwise great condition and we use it for winter driving in deep snow. Now I need to find a mechanic to change the switch at a reasonable price. Thanks again.

[@paulbyrd304]

Excellent video and very clear.

[@joedominick7517]

Big Dog great video as usual!

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you!

[@British4]

Good video, but how did you take off the center nut or the transmission link?

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Great diagnostics video brother

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks!

[@atomicforcegaming2867]

Had the same problem. Blasted the sensor with CRC electronics cleaning spray and it was good as new, didnt even take it off the car, and I have a new oem spare just in case. lol

[@conaaron]

Great instruction. Good detail to safety. Is the switch in the same place for a 2005 Honda Accord hybrid? Thanks for the video

[@BigDog50001]

It should be in a similar location. Thanks for the comment!

[@danadeluca8362]

Excellent. Thanks, very comprehensive.

[@wdhewson]

Good care work Big Dog. Did you work as an auto tech?

[@reynagonzalez9184]

Thank you some much you save from the mechanic 300 dollars save

[@BigDog50001]

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[@chankokhoi4496]

This video is very good 👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@Thirti33]

If you have a HYBRID, it is different! At least my 2005 Honda accord was. The part was definitely not as easy to take out and way easier to mess up. There’s no video out there, I ended up watching a video for a Honda odyssey or something and it was very similar. Just kind of followed that and did it. Good luck everyone

[@jamesm6817]

TY big Dizzog!

[@artbw3413]

Great video 👍. Is this on passenger side or driver side?

[@BigDog50001]

The switch on this model is on the left side, or driver's side in the US.

[@winstonsmart69]

Great video, thanks.

[@BigDog50001]

I appreciate the comment, thank you!

[@skirtchaser79]

After reading all the comments trying to figure out how common this is I feel I should ask a really unrelated stupid question. My 2013 Altima starts but won’t go into gear. Is this why my left front tire wears out faster than the rest? Thanks in advance.

[@ej40313]

Do you have to have the vehicle in neutral when performing this? If so, why?

[@fire7765]

Great video, thx for sharing.

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment, I appreciate it!

[@josellacza72]

Excellent, I took my car to Honda dealer to do that ..

[@ntamichael9343]

Great job 👍

[@dougplommer9961]

2005 accord 2.4, automatic, installed remanufactured from NAPA started right up. After warm up starter has a slight intermittent grind when turning over and starts up. Some times it grinds and sometimes its smooth as silk. Changed the relays and ignition switch. Taking car to NAPA today to see if they think it is a defective starter. Could it be a defective Transmission Range switch?

[@dougplommer9961]

returned the NAPA remanufactured starter and got a new starter. works great now

[@chapero1000]

Thanks brother 👍

[@BigDog50001]

You bet 👍!

[@kurtgodpicny4870]

On my 2000 accord the D4 light keeps blinking and I noticed that it is not changing to 4th speed. Will this switch make all this happen?

[@fredd410]

I had the same symptoms, having to start the car in neutral until it stopped starting in all situations. I obtained the part, changed it according to these instructions, but it still will not crank in P or N. Battery is charged. What next? Please help.

[@Bob_Badders]

Any idea if the neutral safety switch is located in the same spot on a 2007 Honda Pilot? Thanks.

[@heyitschinoable]

Very well done. Love seeing some Hondas with some miles on them 😊

[@BigDog50001]

Thank you, me too lol!

[@mindlab780ab6]

Thank you for sharing,sir!

[@BigDog50001]

My pleasure!

[@mindlab780ab6]

Big Dog50001 Automotive Do you also have videos on how to replace a front and rear struts on a 2004 Honda Civic? Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Pakopako2280]

Thank you so much

[@tomclose6643]

my old part was hard to come out had to spray PB into hole that stem goes into to loosen up

[@BigDog50001]

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[@domingoblanquera5064]

hi big dog i hope you will respond me right away i have they same issue with my 2005 honda pilot no crank but all light on when i put my key to 2 position but with my remote it start the car,,, i change already my neutral safety switch but nothing happen they same thing no crank but with the remote starter it start the car,,, what do you think should i do now? thanks i advance

[@aimhigh4928]

Man I just got done doing 2000 Honda Accord transmission b7X9 V6 those transmission are junk but good tip how to adjust range switch

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the comment!

[@xr500t]

Question: Should that TRS be getting any kind of voltage when the ignition is turned to on?. I know that a relay inside the passenger footwell is activated when the ignition is turned on. However, that relay gets power from the ignition, but the ground is tied to the TRS. So the TRS has to be in Park or Neutral for the ground to be in play, which would then sentd the ground signal to the relay, and in turn, the relay sends power to the starter. I'm asking because I tried to bypass and I can't seem to get anything at the plug to the TRS.

[@I_Am_Michael]

had the exact same thing happen on a late nineties jeep xj cherokee. would not crank in park. jiggle the shift lever and try to start would sometimes work. put in neutral and it would start. transmission range selector was the fault. simple fix once I figured it out.

[@BigDog50001]

Thanks for the input!

[@DavidJDM]

Is in the same location for 05 acura RL? Can't find any information anywhere

[@heatherhoner673]

Is it the same for a 2007 Honda Odyssey?

[@PsyJaye]

Big Dog.. 2004 Odyssey, 184000 road miles - mild wreck in soft wet medium and post-repair by 2 years.. slight leak at tranny about a quart a quarter year.. went several months while I was sick with leukemia with wife & son driving & thought he was helping her with fluid check/maintenance but not - stick was at least 2 quarts dry with bands seriously slipping so poured a couple of quarts and slip stops for about 100 yards.. I add more & slips in about a hundred yards.. on stick but now I wonder if overfilled: why does it go in R & D like new for a hundred or so yards and then major slip.. stop & cut engine it jumps into gear like new for a hundred yards.. slip is checked by cutting engine for a short - don't follow this well.. filter pump strainer.. ??? Happy Thanksgiving Bro

[@nelsonjaneiro5543]

Thas when your tranmision don't shift or what thank you for the video.

[@eddkrub]

Good vdo

[@ReyOrtiz-jf2ow]

What should I do if one of those bolts break?

[@manuelmunoz1104]

I've got 2008 Accord doing that, starts but when I get to destination then try to start it doesn't put in neutral then starts so am I having same problem?

[@jmlp1368]

Greate.....eres chingon

[@chriscjc8868]

Is it called a Transmission range switch or sensor ? I looked it up and dont see a switch .

[@CALISUPERSPORT]

I mistakenly cranked on the shaft you said to be careful not to move or break like a dummy. It didn't feel like I was able to budge it, but now my sensor adjustment never seems to take. Even when I adjust to neutral with the car in neutral, the car tends to read neutral when I'm in Park, Reverse, Neutral and Drive. Anyone know what the fix might be if I broke that shaft?

[@hustlerforgita7538]

My cat cranks but sometimes I have to put it in neutrals it won't die it runs for a while then it dies it does it intermittent I replace the main relay and check the power to the fuel pump I get 12 volts I hear it bussing It runs fine the indies in the middle of the road ? Any ideas honda pilot 2003 3.0 v6

[@benten6301]

Does it apply to manual transmission?

[@coletribble3210]

Hey Big Dog, I’m having an issue with the car not starting. Won’t even crank. I thought it was the neutral safety switch so I tried putting the car in neutral to start but still nothing happens.. could this still be the neutral safety switch or most likely something else? I’ve tried a different relay as well and still nothing. Thanks!

[@BigDog50001]

Could be a lot of things, battery, loose connections, starter, wiring, starter cut relay, anti theft, ignition switch, transmission range switch/neutral safety switch and the list goes on. I would start by looking at wiring diagram for the starter.

[@ZFA1738]

My brother in law has a 2003 Honda Civic lx. When he tried to start the car he turns the key but it won’t start. He has to turn the key over multiple times to start the car. I replaced the starter today but problem still persist. Car starts fine when it wants to but replacing starter didn’t fix the issue of having to turn the key on and off to start the car. There’s no force in turning the key so I ruled out ignition. Any ideas?

[@geraldevans2535]

Starter relay good?

[@juliosdiy3206]

Wow this is insane honda dealers and mechanics dont know about this. What does the neutral switch do anyways? Does it cut out power to the ignition and why would it do that? Is there an engine code?

[@BigDog50001]

It is there so the vehicle does not start with the transmission engaged, which could damage the transmission or make the car surge forward (or backwards).

[@dalewite6604]

Is it possible this switch could be causing a slow battery drain as well?

[@BigDog50001]

Doubtful.

[@thepokeconomyllc9652]

What if the car does not crank in the neutral position?

[@nickromano8851]

Hi, I have a 2013 Honda Accord V6 with intermittent start issue. I hear a click but no start when I push the start button. I tried to put car in neutral but it seems like I can't shift out of park without car running & foot on brake. Is this proper function? Is it suppose to allow you to shift out of park with engine off & foot on brake? Thank you

[@kristenadorno]

The shifter is locked when the car is off. You should see a little black square next to the shifter. Pop that off and insert the key and you can put it in neutral! I have the same car 😊

[@kristenadorno]

Just saw this was from a year ago. You probably already figured it out!

[@F9000LIi]

When I switch between gears it'll show that on cluster except for the D1 which is the last gear

[@BoogymanX7]

Hey i have a similar problem except mine only is that the light doesn't show when I get in reverse but everything works fine. I've been searching and couldn't find a definitive answer. I was wondering if this would work?

[@BigDog50001]

It could be a bad transmission range switch causing it, however it could also be other things like a communication or module issue or a burned out LED in the gauge cluster.

[@BoogymanX7]

@@BigDog50001 last question is it located in the same place as it is on this honda? Because whenever I go to oreilly or autozone they can't pull it up or even know what its called and I keep telling them its the range switch but they just look at me like I'm crazy 😂😂

[@Nino15Cruz]

Can you please tell me where the camshaft position sensor is located in this car.

[@BigDog50001]

On these V6 Accords, the cam sensor is behind the camshaft pulley, attached to the back side of the back cam cover. The timing belt, the camshaft pulley and back cam cover have to be removed to get to it.

[@joshuarayos6696]

Hi I just changed my transmission on my 05 accord know it just cranks but wont turn over can you please help

[@BigDog50001]

If this started right after work was done, I would double check my work, especially all electrical and ground connections.

[@dudeivealreadydonethis5tim289]

So what is the totally different issue my car cranks not wont dtdt

[@miguelhernandez7565]

¿That sensor is the TRS?

[@jaredpusch]

I have the same code but the car starts up and runs so I don't know what else to do

[@otfe5762]

I have a 2010 accord , any idea where it might be ?

[@BigDog50001]

4 and 6 cylinder engines are in slightly different locations but their location is similar to the one in this video, behind the left front wheel.