OEM 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Neutral Safety Switch

2001 Chevrolet Corvette Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Neutral Safety Switch on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: Start the replacement of the park/neutral position switch by performing vehicle lift operations before applying the necessary support. Lift the intermediate Exhaust Pipe and position the lh Muffler assembly to hang down. First shift the transmission to neutral position and carefully remove the nuts holding down the transmission shift control cable bracket without pulling on the shift control cable since its rod end guide tubes offer minimal flexibility. Start by dislodging the shift control cable end clip from the transmission shift lever stud while moving the transmission Shift Cable and bracket into position. Next disconnect the park/neutral position switch electrical connectors. Apply a wrench to the transmission manual shaft wrench flats to stop rotation as you remove first the range selector (shift) lever retaining nut then the range selector (shift) lever. The transmission needs to stay in neutral while you remove the mounting bolts of the park/neutral position switch and slide it off the manual shaft. Install the park/neutral position switch by using the park/neutral position switch aligner (J 41364-A) to verify both lower slots on the switch properly fit with the tool's two tabs and the upper slot of the switch connects to the tool arm. Before installing the park/neutral position switch onto the transmission manual shaft, ensure the transmission remains in neutral position while ensuring the switch hub flats align with the manual shaft flats. Sliding the switch onto its mounting position should be completed until the bracket reaches the transmission case then install and tighten the mounting bolts with torque at 27 nm (20 ft. Lbs. ). On the manual shaft attach the transmission range selector (shift) lever facing straight up before installing the retaining nut using a wrench to secure it at 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.). After connecting the electrical park/neutral switch connectors you should set the transmission shift control cable along with the bracket. Then align the shift control cable end toward the transmission's shift lever stud. Finally secure the shift control cable end clip. Finally, install the nuts retaining the transmission shift control cable bracket to the transmission, tightening them to 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.)reinstall the intermediate Exhaust Pipe followed by transmission park engagement before lowering the vehicle.