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The Transmission Switch Sensor (often referred to as TSS) is a critical electronic component in a vehicle’s transmission system, primarily responsible for the following key functions:

1.Monitoring Gear Position

·Precisely detects the current gear status of the transmission (e.g., Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive, Low Gear) and transmits this position data to the vehicle’s Engine Control Unit (ECU) or Transmission Control Module (TCM) in real time.

2.Enabling Safety Interlocks

 ·Works with the vehicle’s safety system to activate interlock functions—for example, preventing the engine from starting unless the transmission is in "Park (P)" or "Neutral (N)," and stopping the driver from shifting into "Reverse (R)" or "Drive (D)" while the vehicle is moving at high speed.

3.Supporting Auxiliary System Coordination

·Sends gear position signals to auxiliary systems to optimize their operation. For instance, it tells the engine to adjust idle speed when shifting to "Drive (D)" or "Reverse (R)," and prompts the backup camera/sensors to activate when the gear is switched to "Reverse (R)."

4.Diagnosing Faults

·Continuously self-monitors its own operating status. If it detects anomalies (such as signal loss or inaccurate position detection), it triggers a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) and alerts the driver via the vehicle’s dashboard warning light (e.g., the "Check Engine" light).