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ADJUSTMENT

Transaxle Mounted Switch

Fig. 1: Adjusting the neutral safety switch

  1. Loosen the 3 inhibitor switch mounting bolts
  2. Shift the select lever to the N position.
  3. Insert a 1.5mm drill bit through the set screw hole. Turn the switch slightly so that the drill bit passes through into the back part of the switch.
  4. In this position, tighten the switch mounting bolts.
Shifter Mounted Switch

Fig. 2: Neutral safety switch adjustment positions

NOTE: If a new neutral safety switch is being installed, a locating pin (knock pin) is pre-installed for correct switch installation position. Simply install the switch according to replacement procedure and remove the knock pin. If the switch does not have a knock pin installed, perform the following procedure.

  1. Loosen the switch retaining screws.
  2. Using a 0.08 in. (2mm) drill bit align the switch knock pin hole, the moving plate and knock pin hole at the case.
  3. At the position where the selector lever is shifted in the N and pushed to P side lightly, align the locator to the bracket hole, the moving plate pin-to-arm hole. Secure with the retaining bolts.
  4. Turn the ignition switch ON and check the back-up light operation. Check that the engine starts only in park and neutral positions.

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