OEM 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Neutral Safety Switch

2005 Chevrolet Malibu Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Neutral Safety Switch on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: Before starting the replacement of the park/neutral position (PNP) switch users must engage the parking brake, put the control assembly to neutral position along with confirming the transaxle manual shaft remains in neutral. You must first remove the shift control cable from the transaxle range switch lever before disconnecting the electrical connectors from the transaxle range switch. Begin by untightening the lever nut on the transaxle range switch followed by removing the lever. After this, disassemble the switch bolts to release the transaxle range switch from its position. Install the old switch only by positioning the transaxle manual shaft at neutral then matching the transaxle shift shaft flats to those on the switch before assembly. Insert the j 41545 park/neutral switch aligner (J 41545) after loosely installing the transaxle range switch bolts then rotate the switch until tool drops into position. Secure the transaxle range switch bolts at 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.), extract the alignment tool, install the transaxle range switch lever along with nut, tighten the retaining nut to 35 nm (26 ft. Lbs.). Verify the engine's ability to start only while the vehicle is in park or neutral position following switch adjustment. The switch must be adjusted if it activates from positions other than park or neutral. Finish the process by attaching electrical connectors to the transaxle range switch and installing the shift control cable onto the transaxle range switch lever to guarantee proper function. When installing a replacement switch begin by following the same procedure for new equipment positioning the transaxle manual shaft to neutral and aligning the flat surfaces and installing the switch before tightening the bolts to 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.) and finishing per documentation instructions.