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Neutral Safety Switch: Service and Repair





Removing and Installing

1 Release locking device for starter lockout switch plug (8) by turning white plastic ring (arrow) upwards in direction of arrow.
2 Carefully press off plug using two screwdrivers at the cable output and the tab.
3 Unhook shift rod (9) after removing the retaining clip.





4 Unscrew hexagon bolt (51) and pull off range selector lever (52).

Installation Note
Attach range selector lever in such a way that the driver (54) engages in the lever.





5 Unscrew both bolts (55) and remove starter lockout switch (53).





Installation Note
Move range selector lever to position "N". Insert splint or drill bit (4 mm dia.) through driver (54) into locating bore in shift housing, then tighten retaining bolts (55). Pull out locating pin (arrow).

6 Install in the reverse sequence.
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