Back-up Lights

On cars with manual transmission, the reverse lights receive power through the back-up/upshift light switch when the transmission is in reverse gear. The switch is mounted on the transmission as shown in Fig. 10-2 and is accessible from the engine compartment.

On cars with automatic transmission, the back-up lights receive their power through the neutral/park/back-up light switch mounted at the base of the shift lever in the passenger compartment. The switch prevents the car from starting if the shift lever is not in the neutral or park position.

Fig. 10-2.

Location of back-up/upshift light switch on manual transaxle housing. Torque mounting bolts to 10 Nm (87 in. lb.).