Neutral Switch Removal/Installation

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the battery component. (ex: battery, battery tray) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the aerodynamic under cover. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Drain the manual transaxle oil. (See MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT .)
Remove the neutral switch and gasket.

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Tightening torque

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