How to replace the Back Up Light Switch on GMC Canyon?

Start by raising the vehicle before proceeding with replacement of the back up lamp switch. First disconnect the back up lamp switch electrical connector at the pigtail before opening the tie strap that secures the pigtail to the transmission. Extract the back up lamp switch while also removing its aluminum washer. Insert a NEW aluminum washer into the transmission case when installing the back up lamp switch while tightening it to 44 Nm (32 ft. lbs.). Lower the vehicle only after securing the pigtail to the transmission through the tie strap and reconnecting the back up lamp switch electrical connector at the pigtail.

How to properly install a Back Up Light Switch on GMC Canyon?

The first step to replace the back up lamp switch requires vehicle elevation and support. Begin by disconnecting the back up lamp switch electrical connector at the pigtail then remove the strap that holds the pigtail to the transmission. The back up lamp switch removal requires separate removal of both the aluminum washer and the switch itself. Use a new aluminum washer when installing the back up lamp switch into the transmission case. Torque the switch to 44 nm (32 lb ft). Reconnect the back up lamp switch electrical connector at the pigtail after securing the pigtail to the transmission through the tie strap then lower the vehicle.

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- Other Name: Switch, Parking/Neutral Position & Back Up Lamp; Back Up Light Switch; Range Sensor; Back-Up Switch; Transmission Safety Starting Switch; Speed Sensing; Back Up Lamp
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2008 GMC Canyon | SL, SLE, SLT, WT, Z71 Fleet, Z71 SL, Z71 SLE, Z85 SL, Z85 SLE | 4 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.9 L GAS, 5 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 5 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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- Other Name: Switch, Parking/Neutral Position & Back Up Lamp; Back Up Light Switch; Switch, Transmission Safety Starting; Back Up Lamp
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2012 GMC Canyon | SL, SLE, SLT, WT, Z71 Fleet, Z71 SL, Z71 SLE, Z85 SL, Z85 SLE | 4 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.9 L GAS, 5 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 5 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS

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The Back Up Light Switch in GMC Canyon vehicles has an important purpose of making the complete electrical circuit in order to accommodate the back up lamps when the car is set in reverse. This switch works on the principle of permitting electric current from the source to the reverse lights so that visibility is created while reversing. The actuation of the back up light switch may also differ depending on the design of the car and the type of transmission wherein the switch may be operated through mechanical and hydraulic ways. In the course of the model year, various designs of the Back Up Light Switch may have been tested and integrated into the GMC Canyon models based on the changes in technology, and model innovations. The main difference among these types is in the mechanism for actuating them, which may affect the reliability and response of the reverse lighting system. In summary, the Back Up Light Switch is somewhat of a vital tool in orienting the car in reverse.

GMC Canyon Back Up Light Switch Parts and Q&A

Neutral Safety Switch
24221125
Q: How to replace the Back Up Light Switch on GMC Canyon?
A:
Start by raising the vehicle before proceeding with replacement of the back up lamp switch. First disconnect the back up lamp switch electrical connector at the pigtail before opening the tie strap that secures the pigtail to the transmission. Extract the back up lamp switch while also removing its aluminum washer. Insert a NEW aluminum washer into the transmission case when installing the back up lamp switch while tightening it to 44 Nm (32 ft. lbs.). Lower the vehicle only after securing the pigtail to the transmission through the tie strap and reconnecting the back up lamp switch electrical connector at the pigtail.
Back-Up Switch
89048415
Q: How to properly install a Back Up Light Switch on GMC Canyon?
A:
The first step to replace the back up lamp switch requires vehicle elevation and support. Begin by disconnecting the back up lamp switch electrical connector at the pigtail then remove the strap that holds the pigtail to the transmission. The back up lamp switch removal requires separate removal of both the aluminum washer and the switch itself. Use a new aluminum washer when installing the back up lamp switch into the transmission case. Torque the switch to 44 nm (32 lb ft). Reconnect the back up lamp switch electrical connector at the pigtail after securing the pigtail to the transmission through the tie strap then lower the vehicle.