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there is a backup switch modulator that is on the transmission that normally goes out and thus giving you this indication that you have provided us with if you go to a local dealer or a autozone you can purchase one of these if they have it in stock this is a part that is bolted to the transmission so you will need to be extra carefull taking it off
here is what it looks like

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