"Back-Up" Light Switch

Tman · Dec 3, 2006

Where on the chassis of my '76 Bronco is my "Back-up" light switch located? The lights are not working right now and when I investigate it, I would like to know where to find this switch incase it's fried. Thanks

eb66to77 · Dec 3, 2006

Auto is located on the tranny and manual at the end of the column in the engine compartment.

va bronco · Dec 3, 2006

Kool. I got the same problem. Thanks for asking Tman.

eb66to77 · Dec 3, 2006

I had to replace my nss/bu switch on my auto a yea or so ago. Here to see how to dial it in. As for the manual shift, it has no nss and the back up lights can be adjusted at the switch itself.

Hawkdoc · Dec 3, 2006

eb66to77 said:
I had to replace my nss/bu switch on my auto a yea or so ago. Here to see how to dial it in. As for the manual shift, it has no nss and the back up lights can be adjusted at the switch itself.

Where did you get your switch? None of the local stores carries them or can get them?

Thanks

Gummi Bear · Dec 3, 2006

The NSS from an early 70's Mustang will work. It's the same unit. They all look pretty much the same, but you need to be sure you're getting the right connector (4 pin squre) I work over near a Mustang shop, so when I can get a part there, I do.

Unfortunately, the only one making that switch is Motorcraft, so it's not cheap. I've had to replace mine a couple of times over the years.

You can also get them at O-Reilly's auto supply. They have to get them in from the regional warehouse if they're not on the shelf, which takes 24-48 hours at the most.

eb66to77 · Dec 3, 2006

I got it from a local hot rod shop when I lived in NC. Try www.broncograveyard.com

rednck21 · Dec 3, 2006

eb66to77 said:
Auto is located on the tranny and manual at the end of the column in the engine compartment.

where on the tranny?(auto)

Hawkdoc · Dec 4, 2006

eb66to77 said:
I got it from a local hot rod shop when I lived in NC. Try www.broncograveyard.com

Tried them, no longer stock them.

eb66to77 · Dec 4, 2006

rednck21 said:
where on the tranny?(auto)

Driver's side. It is the switch with the wires coming out of it right where the shifter enters the transmission. It will have two bolts on either end. You will have to take th shifter lever and nut off to get it off to replace. I kept mine going for an extra year or so by cleaning it with electrical parts cleaner. However, if a liquid that conducts electricity gets in the switch say good-bye to your starter wires.

hawkdog said:
Tried them, no longer stock them

http://napaonline.com/masterpages/N...mber=NS5592&Description=Neutral+Safety+Switch

Not sure if they have them anymore either but the part number comes up. ECHNS5592

and here is parts americas link
http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductDetail.aspx?mfrcode=GPS&mfrpartnumber=NS214&parttype=401&ptset=A

Gummi Bear · Dec 4, 2006

Weird that JBG quit carrying them.

Seriously though, look at the classic Mustang suppliers. They're everyfreakinwhere.

I'm thinking you should be able to get it from the local Ford dealership as well, seeing's how it's a Motorcraft part.

mtnkraus · Dec 4, 2006

I thought the switch is on the steering column on a 3 spd.

I replaced my with a toggle switch and then I make that BEEP BEEP sound as a backup. <<< joke>>>>

eb66to77 · Dec 4, 2006

it is on the standard transmission.

Hawkdoc · Dec 4, 2006

Gummi Bear said:
Weird that JBG quit carrying them.

Seriously though, look at the classic Mustang suppliers. They're everyfreakinwhere.

I'm thinking you should be able to get it from the local Ford dealership as well, seeing's how it's a Motorcraft part.

Local Ford dealer does not have any "books that go back that far". Local Napa came up dry but I will take the part number in and see what happens. Thanks for the info everybody.

stlkikn · Dec 4, 2006

If all else fails, you could try the nss off of a bII with the c-5 trans. Same switch, different plug. all you need to do is use your wiring down to the trans and splice it in.

bcrump5252 · Dec 8, 2006

im running an nv435 and my backup wires are not connected they are still hanging taped up in the engine compartment. when I did my twin sticks i found a switch on the drivers side of the transmission, is this my back up switch?? if not where is it im having the same issue LOL

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