gear range sensor location (neutral safety switch) where is it?

2004 FORD RANGER
158,300 MILES • 3.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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When I put my vehicle into drive I am blowing the 10A fuse located in the Passenger compartment fuse panel in slot 20. This renders my turn signal, cruise control, backup lights inoperative.
Aug 2, 2015 at 5:38 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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suspect fault in Digital Transmission Range sensor located on trans see figure. It may have a short in Drive position. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Aug 2, 2015 at 6:56 AM
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