OEM 2006 Chevrolet HHR Neutral Safety Switch

2006 Chevrolet HHR Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Neutral Safety Switch on 2006 Chevrolet HHR?

  A: The first step to replace the pnp switch involves setting the parking brake while positioning the control assembly at neutral and aligning the transaxle manual shaft to neutral position. The park/neutral switch aligner (J 41545) functions to help position the new component correctly during installation. Start by disconnecting the shift control cable attached to the transaxle range switch lever followed by cable connector severance of the transaxle range switch then proceed with removing the transaxle range switch lever nut and lever. The installation starts with removing the transaxle range switch bolts then removing the switch itself. To install the original switch position the transaxle manual shaft to neutral before aligning the shift shaft flats with the switch flats before installing the component. Place the park/neutral switch aligner (J 41545) before rotating the switch until the tool drops into position. Tighten the transaxle range switch bolts to 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.) and remove the alignment tool. Connect the transaxle range switch lever along with its nut then tighten the retaining nut to 35 nm (26 ft. Lbs.). After adjusting the switch, verify that the engine starts only in park or neutral; verify switch function by testing engine startup. Adjustments must be performed if the engine starts up from positions other than park or neutral. Complete the installation process by attaching transaxle range switch electrical connectors and mounting the shift control cable to the transaxle range switch lever for correct functionality. For a new switch, follow the same initial steps, ensuring the transaxle manual shaft is in neutral, aligning the flats, tightening the bolts to 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.)follow the installation steps described earlier to finish the process.