Cars & Trucks Logo

Related Topics:

Anonymous Posted on Feb 07, 2019

On my 2003 ford econoline 3500 the reverse light is now always on, where is the neutral safety switch and what does it look like?

Recently the 12-volt plug fuse was replaced the passenger side. In this van, that plug is always hot.

1 Answer

stephen peirce

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

  • Ford Master 1,882 Answers
  • Posted on Feb 11, 2019
stephen peirce
Ford Master
Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

Superstar:

An expert that got 20 achievements.

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

Joined: Dec 29, 2012
Answers
1882
Questions
0
Helped
670838
Points
5406

The neutral safety switch is where the gear selector is on the left side of the transmission go to rockauto.Com and look up your vehicle and the parts to see it

5 Related Answers

Anonymous

  • 153 Answers
  • Posted on Oct 25, 2008

SOURCE: freeze plugs ford econoline 150

The freeze plugs can be fixed with the engine in the veicle. There are some rubber plugs available that have a bolt thru the middle. Pry out failed plug, push in rubber replacement, tighten bolt to expand rubber. Fixed.

Ad
emissionwiz

Marvin

  • 85242 Answers
  • Posted on Jun 26, 2009

SOURCE: amp location in 1992 ford econoline

behind rear 1/4 panel trim

ZJLimited

ZJ Limited

  • 17989 Answers
  • Posted on Sep 18, 2009

SOURCE: Looking for the neutral safety switch

Neutral Safety/Back-up Light Switch

This is a combination switch which controls both Neutral Safety and Back-up lamp circuits.

C6 Transmission


8290dff.jpg

C6 neutral start switch

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and safely support the vehicle on jackstands.
  3. Remove the downshift linkage rod return spring at the low-reverse servo cover.
  4. Coat the outer lever attaching nut with penetrating oil. Remove the nut and lever.
  5. Remove the 2 switch attaching bolts, disconnect the wiring at the connectors and remove the switch.
  6. Installation is the reverse of removal. Adjust the switch and tighten the bolts to 55-75 inch lbs. (6.2-8.5 Nm).
  7. Remove the jackstands and lower the vehicle.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable.
AOD Transmission

e7f4231.jpg

Removing the AOD neutral start switch
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and safely support the vehicle on jackstands.
  3. Disconnect the wiring from the switch.
  4. Using a deep socket, unscrew the switch.
  5. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten the switch to 10 ft. lbs. (14 Nm).
  6. Remove the jackstands and lower the vehicle.
  7. Connect the negative battery cable.
4R70W Transmission

2f68dfc.jpg


Removing the Manual Lever Position (MLP) sensor

As of 1994, the neutral safety switch is referred to as a Manual Lever Position Sensor (MLP).
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and safely support the vehicle on jackstands.
  3. Disengage the harness connector from the MLP sensor.
  4. Remove the 2 sensor attaching bolts and remove the sensor.
To install:
  1. Install the MLP sensor and install retaining bolts. Do not tighten, the sensor requires adjustment.
  2. Adjust the MLP sensor then tighten attaching screws to 80-100 inch lbs. (9-11 Nm).
  3. Remove the jackstands and lower the vehicle.
  4. Connect the negative battery cable.


ADJUSTMENT

C6 Transmission
  1. Hold the steering column transmission selector lever against the Neutral stop.
  2. Move the sliding block assembly on the neutral switch to the Neutral position and insert a 0.091 in. (2.3mm) gauge pin in the alignment hole on the terminal side of the switch.
  3. Move the switch assembly housing so that the sliding block contacts the actuating pin lever. Secure the switch to the outer tube of the steering column and remove the gauge pin.
  4. Check the operation of the switch. The engine should only start in Neutral and Park .

4R70W Transmission


4cc4151.jpg


Adjusting the MLP sensor

Park is the last detent when the manual control lever is full forward. Return 2 detents toward the output shaft for Neutral.
  1. Position the manual control lever in Neutral .
  2. Insert Gear Position Sensor Adjuster tool T93P-700 10-A or equivalent, into the slots.
  3. Align all 3 slots on the MLP sensor with 3 tabs on the tool.
  4. Tighten the attaching screws to 80-100 inch lbs. (9-11 Nm).

I hope help you. Good luck (rated this help).

Anonymous

  • 25 Answers
  • Posted on Mar 10, 2010

SOURCE: I am trying to change the plugs on 2003 E350 Ford van

The plugs are under the coil packs.Not like the old days, one coil, each cyclinder has a coil.Kind of a pain in the a##.Take the dog house off inside the van.Remove air cleaner box air filter.These plugs are not cheep and should last close to 100,000 miles.IF you have a miss fire its more than likely one of the coil packs are bad or a plug has blowen out of the head common problem with 5.7 ford Pull one wire off at atime and you will find the dead hole.Theres a fix for the plug blown out A good parts store or ford parts can help.

Anonymous

  • 1 Answer
  • Posted on Jun 23, 2010

SOURCE: NO REVERSE LIGHTS 1999 K2500 CHEVY SUBURBAN-NEW

move the gear selector back and forth between neutral and reverse, but not all the way. have the same problem

Ad

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

0helpful
1answer
1helpful
1answer

I have a 2007 chevy 3500 hd dump truck reverse lights stay on at all times even when key off

take it to a dealer, it is most likely under warranty. tell them to check the neutral safety switch adjustment. it also generally is the switch for reverse lights.
2helpful
1answer

1971 ford f100 pickup neutral safety switch wiring color code

Ford Neutral Safety Switch; Ford Reverse Light Switch; Backup Light Switch.

The Neutral Safety Switch wires in my 1971 Ford F100 are orange with a blue stripe.
The Reverse, or Backup Light Switch wires are black with a red stripe.

There are two sets of two wires across this combined neutral safety and backup light switch, for a total of 4 wires. Photos are at the end of this post.

The switch for the 1971 Ford F100 pickup truck is the same as in many other years and models. For details, including parts numbers, see the following quote from an expert at Ford Truck Enthusiasts:
http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/287185-back-up-light-and-neutral-safety-switch-2.html#post5601846

The neutral switch also controls the backup lights, and is the same 1967/77.

C7TZ-7A247-A .. Neutral/Backup Switch (Motorcraft SW-600)

There is no separate backup light switch..except on 1967/68 F350's.

Neutral switch location 1967/77:

The plastic half moon shaped neutral safety switch mounts on the outside lower portion of the steering column (NOT on the transmission!).

It's activated by an inverted Y shaped lever that snaps on the shift tube

D0TZ-7B097-B .. Lever, Neutral Switch Actuator = From FTE sponsor DIRECT FORD PARTS: Ford suggested retail price: $18.72 / FTE member net: $13.23.

The switch is also still available from Ford, but the website is down so I can't post the list & net prices. .

1978 is the FIRST year the F100/350's have the neutral switch mounted on the transmission. __________________

Bill // Retired Ford Parts Manager // SoCal Chapter member // Part Number Research: 1928/2001 FoMoCo vehicles.

IMAGES
jim_pivonka.jpg
Driver side of the neutral / reverse switch showing the travel slot for the switch arm, the return tensioning spring, and the arm.

jim_pivonka_0.jpg
The front, steering wheel side of the neutral / reverse switch after removal from the steering column. The switch's two functions are actuated when the lever in the column moves the switch lever shown here to different positions as gears are selected.

jim_pivonka_1.jpg
The neutral switch is installed on the steering column near the firewall, with 5/8" bolts into the steering column (visible hole) and down column from a rectangular opening in the column housing. The actuating lever for the switch is attached to the gear shift shaft inside the housing; the lever is visibly protruding from the opening in this image.

jim_pivonka_2.jpg
Back of neutral / reverse switch, showing the wiring attachments. Black with red stripe is the backup light wiring, Orange with blue stripe is the neutral safety switch, it prevents starting in gears other than neutral & park.
0helpful
1answer

My 2004 dodge ram 3500 will not shift out of or past N. will shift through low to drive and into neutral. cant get into reverse or park

CHECK MAKE SURE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FUSE OR NEUTRAL SAFETY FUSE HAS BLOWN.IF ALL IS GOOD.PROBLEM IS IN MANUAL SHIFT CABLE.OR THE TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH OR NEUTRAL SWITCH IS BAD.
1helpful
1answer

Back up lights won't work. How do I determine if

Hi. Remove the reverse lamp bulb. With a 12 volt test light, check for voltage at the wire that is NOT white with a black tracer.

If you have voltage, the neutral switch is good. The White/black wire is the ground.
0helpful
2answers
0helpful
1answer

The abs light is blink all time and the lever does not move from parking to drive

There is a electronic switch behind the brake peddle, its called a brake safety switch. If the switch died it will cause this problem. Check that, if thats good, check your transmittion neutral safety switch, its on the trans.
3helpful
4answers

No reverse lights, bulbs are good. 1996 F250 5speed

If there is no power at socket, check for a blown fuse, if fuse is good still check it for power, you can check the b/u switch on the trani, I think your is part of the neutral safety switch,do a wiggle check( might be able to see a loose connection) do it with key on wheels chocked and/or E-brake applied,and the trani in reverse. the truck does not have to be running. Just the key in the run position. and you can check for continuity(good ground) at socket. Good luck.
Not finding what you are looking for?

46 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Top Ford Experts

ZJ Limited
ZJ Limited

Level 3 Expert

17989 Answers

Thomas Perkins
Thomas Perkins

Level 3 Expert

15088 Answers

xxxxxx xxx

Level 3 Expert

5117 Answers

Are you a Ford Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...