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Neutral Switch Removal/Installation

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the battery component. (ex: battery, battery tray) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.5] .)
  3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Drain the manual transaxle oil. (See MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT .)
  5. Remove the neutral switch and gasket.
    Fig 1: Identifying Neutral Switch And Gasket
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    Tightening torque 

    • 20-29 N.m {2.1-2.9 kgf.m, 15-21 ft.lbf}
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Add the specified amount and type of manual transaxle oil. (See MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT .)