Reverse lights out

[Jamo]

The reversing lights are out on the Avant, i've tested the bulbs and they are fine.

I remember somebody mentioning a switch or connector on the gearbox, has anybody got a pic or diagram of this please?

[S-Express]

Reverse light switches normally show themselves as solenoid type looking things on the outside of the box, normally nearer the gearstick end than the bell housing - but thats just a general observation, dunno about the S2.

[4WheelDrifter]

Something like this.....

[4WheelDrifter]

Sorry for the Haynes style photo.
It's near the top of the box on the O/S. You can see the mount bracket just behind and below it in the picture. It's a 2 pin plug.
You'll need a 22mm spanner if you want to remove it.

[Jamo]

Anybody know how much this switch is and the part number on an ABY 6 speed box?

[220bhp]

Jamo before you get involved in the switch ,check the wires that go from roof to the tail gate,top left as you look at the back of the car,theres a flexey rubber hinge that carrys all the wires to the rear lights ect, pull it back as much as you can and check for brocken or damaged wires,my s6 failed MOT on reverseing lights and and this is whear the problem was,we just connected the wires useing short peice of wire and taped them up,much easier than it sounds,you may have to remove some of the trim ,but it just unscrews. I am sure the s2 is the same as the s6,best of luke
LOU

[Jamo]

I know where the reverse switch is but how do you get to the ******?

It's like in the middle of the engine forest!

[PeterS]

Jamo:
Most likely a corrosion issue on the connector - try to get it out ( might need to use a long screwdriver to depress the locking clip) and spray the male and female contacts with the contact cleaner of your choice.

-Peter

[A80Avant]

is that part accessible with the car parked?I think i have the same problem with the rear lights and i havent checked the cables being cut on the rear.I will have a look,but i think the problem is on the gearshaft connector

[Jamo]

I'm pulling my hair out trying to get to this damn switch, is there a BTDT from those that have changed this in the past?

[Knight Rider S4]

Just take the engine out that will make it real easy to fix..

Have you got ETKA?

[Jamo]

Just take the engine out that will make it real easy to fix..

Have you got ETKA?

You may jest but I was considering waiting until I take my Engine out.

[volcano rs]

I'm pulling my hair out trying to get to this damn switch, is there a BTDT from those that have changed this in the past?

jamo but you've got no hair to pull

[pastures16]

try bridging the wires that go to the switch first that will test your wiring if they light up you know its the sender at fault

[Jamo]

Has anyone got a serious answer to the question I've asked please?

I just need to know the best method used when replacing the switch