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Neutral Safety Switch (PNP) testing? 900

posted by  sasjzl on  Mon Oct 17 16:39 CST 2011
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Thanks very much Dewfpo.

Is it correct to say that if my theory that the switch that keeps you from trying to start the car in gear is the "P/N sensor", as opposed to the 'shift/lock/solenoid" that appears to have been a recall item? They are two different parts right? If I go under the car where the shifter is and have someone wiggle the shifter from above will it be obvious where this switch is? Like at the bottom of the shifter mechanism? I see alot about the shift lock issue where you cannot physically move the shifter out of park but am I correct in thinking that is a separate issue?

I would love to see your instructions. I was not able to find information on this sensor in the FAQ. I will check my backup lights tonight and try your trick when and if it happens again. I just cannot imagine what else it could be because it starts very strong the 99 out of 100 times. I think I read somewhere that it might be possible to clean the ocntacts on this switch instead of buying a new one? One thing that stands out in my mind when this happened last night is that ALL the idiot lights came on while the key was turned to crank. I don't think I have seen that before on this car.

Tell me if you need my email address.

Thanks very much,
Jim Lee





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