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Old 09-19-2012   #1
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Default No reverse lights

Noticed I have no reverse lights. Changed the two bulbs but no change.
Any suggestions?
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Old 09-19-2012   #2
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Default Re: No reverse lights

there's a switch on the tranny that I can't remember the name of that needs to be replaced
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Old 09-19-2012   #3
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Default Re: No reverse lights

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Noticed I have no reverse lights. Changed the two bulbs but no change.
Any suggestions?
Common issue with the backup switch mounted on the ZF6 tranny on the drivers side.
Make sure it has not loosened up.
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Old 09-19-2012   #4
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Default Re: No reverse lights

Thanks for the feedback. Glad I live in WAZOO land.
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Old 09-22-2012   #5
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Default Re: No reverse lights

FYI, you barely need to jack the car to get to it, though it would be simple at a WMD. Bill B. used to loan out a special wrench that made it much easier to replace, just ship it back to him (or the next guy) when you are done with it. Don't know if he still does that?

That and the high-mounted brake light are a very common switch failure, so 99% chance it is a simple fix.
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Old 09-22-2012   #6
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Default Re: No reverse lights

I posted these on the wrong tread the other day.
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Old 11-01-2018   #7
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Default Re: No reverse lights

Are you able to show what tool (and length) is used to reach the reverse light switch without a lift? Thanks!
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Old 11-01-2018   #8
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I bought a 7/8" combination wrench. Cut off and used the open end at about 5.5"
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Old 11-01-2018   #9
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Homemade tool I've seen, and closeup of trans switch 1990.IMG_0828comp.jpeg20180616_200838.jpg20180616_200911.jpeg

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Old 11-02-2018   #10
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I bought a 7/8" combination wrench. Cut off and used the open end at about 5.5"
I've got a bunch of wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers and other bits I've modded over the years for a one time job....
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