MB
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| posted on 2/8/03 at 05:30 PM |
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Reverse switch
I'm working on the electrics for my car (SVA by end of year I hope!) and am having problems with the reverse switch in my Mk2 Escort gear
box.
Problem is, it doesn't appear to reach quite far enough. It does work if I put a screwdriver in the gear lever mechanism and give it a little
push or really push hard on the gear lever.
Is my switch just worn, or is there any way of adjusting it?
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chrisg
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| posted on 2/8/03 at 06:30 PM |
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Is it screwed all the way in?
I don't think they're adjustable, it may be buggered, get another one they're cheap.
Cheers
Chris
Had a thought, the bit that contacts the switch on the gear lever could be worn.
[Edited on 2/8/03 by chrisg]
Note to all: I really don't know when to leave well alone. I tried to get clever with the mods, then when they gave me a lifeline to see the
error of my ways, I tried to incite more trouble via u2u. So now I'm banned, never to return again. They should have done it years ago!
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bob
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| posted on 2/8/03 at 07:29 PM |
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On a type nine 5 speed box there is a little black plastic saddle that sits over the selector rod,the gear stick fits over this.
I know my selector wouldnt work without this,not sure if it affects the reverse light switch though.
Or
maybe you have wrong switch,might not have enough reach.
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bob
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| posted on 2/8/03 at 07:30 PM |
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SORRY
Just seen its a MK2 escy box,should have had my glasses on,Doh!!
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theconrodkid
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| posted on 2/8/03 at 08:05 PM |
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dont need reverse lights for sva and its extra wire/weight
who cares who wins
pass the pork pies
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