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Old 09-21-2014, 01:14 PM
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Do I need to drain the transmission pan before removing the neutral Safety Switch??
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No. You do know that can be cleaned/adjusted? Anyway spray it with something asap, I gather it can be a real hassle sliding them off the shaft. Have fun!
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No thats not necessary
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No. You do know that can be cleaned/adjusted? Anyway spray it with something asap, I gather it can be a real hassle sliding them off the shaft. Have fun!
I'm going to try. From what I have read it can be a real blast...LOL
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Thanks Everybody.
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For some ideas, to possibly answer your next questions, see link below

http://bc4x4.com/tech/2010/jeep-neut...ty-switch-nss/
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Thanks. Excellent article.................



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For some ideas, to possibly answer your next questions, see link below

http://bc4x4.com/tech/2010/jeep-neut...ty-switch-nss/
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I followed the direction in this article and the project went very well.
the backup lights have returned.


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http://bc4x4.com/tech/2010/jeep-neut...ty-switch-nss/
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Good on ye, mate.
Make sure you can start in Park and Neutral, and the NSS is adjusted correctly.
Happy travels.
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