OEM 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Neutral Safety Switch

2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Neutral Safety Switch Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Neutral Safety Switch on 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt?

  A: Before changing the park/neutral position switch apply the parking brake and place the control assembly into neutral position along with the transaxle manual shaft before installing the range switch. Start by taking both the shift control cable away from the transaxle range switch lever before disconnecting the electrical connector that attaches to the switch. When you remove or install the lever retaining nut you should hold the transmission range selector lever to protect internal park system elements from damage that could enable the vehicle to roll while in park mode. The lever nut and lever need to be removed from the transaxle range switch before you take out the switch bolts. Before installing the old switch, position the transaxle manual shaft to neutral alignment and position the flats on the transaxle shift shaft with those on the transaxle range switch. Next install the switch. Begin by installing the transaxle range switch bolts loosely but continue with the alignment process by using the j 41545 (Park/Neutral Switch Aligner) to drop the tool into position while rotating the switch. Attach the transaxle range switch with 20 nm (15 lb ft) torque while removing the alignment tool. While keeping the transmission range selector lever in position, install the lever retaining nut until torque reaches 35 nm (26 lb ft). Test the engine start functionality by connecting the transaxle range switch electrical connector then confirm engine start-up occurs only while the selector is in park or neutral position. Make an adjustment to the switch when it automatically engages at positions other than park or neutral. The installation of the shift control cable to the transaxle range switch lever should be completed before performing a functionality check. Begin the new switch setup by tackling the same beginning steps that maintain the transaxle shaft in neutral position followed by bolt alignment before tightening the range switch nuts to 20 nm (15 lb ft) torque values. Continue these safety protocols and examinations from the old switch procedures.