So my backup lights don't work (well, they flash for moment as I move into reverse from park), and I want to replace the neutral safety switch. The Haynes manual states that there is a spot on the switch to insert a 5/64 gauge pin to ensure that it is placed in the right position.
However, on the new part I have in front of me, I cannot find such a location anywhere. How close are the tolerances on these switches? Can I just place the transmission in neutral, mount the new switch, and be done with it, or will this lead to future problems?
The Haynes manual is no help. It even says "see illustration" which conveniently has no "gauge pin hole" location marked.