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Neutral Safety Switch: Service and Repair


1. Remove floor console cover.
2. Disconnect electrical connector.
3. Place shift lever in Neutral.
4. Remove the two bolts holding switch to selector lever control assembly and remove switch.
5. To install, position switch slider to Neutral position on all except Accord and Prelude models. On Accord and Prelude models, position switch slider in Park position.
6. Ensure gear selector lever is in Neutral position on all except 1984-86 Accord and 1984-87 Prelude models. On 1984-86 Accord and 1984-87 Prelude models, position gear selector lever in Park position.
7. Position switch with selector lever actuator rod inserted in its slot in switch slider.
8. Hook forward end of switch bracket over forward end of selector lever control assembly and tighten attaching bolts.
9. Plug in electrical connector.
10. Install console cover.