I deleted the thread before I had a chance to reply.
Another solution to this $300 problem would be to remove and bypass the damn thing. As long as the PCM doesn't set a code when you do this, I would trash the darned thing altogether. (Unplug, bridge with a jumper wire and start to see if this will happen - doubtful, but it's possible.)
I see this as just another safety device that needs to be pulled out by the wires, just like that silly clutch interlock switch on my TJ.
It has a gotcha on it, the reverse light switch.
I guess the starter interlock wires can be bypassed, but be aware it will start in gear.
Umm, you do know that 'you' can't delete anything from usenet. You can make your computer not see it, but it is still there.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail >
If you are keeping the car forever, okay. But if you sell the car, and do not replace the switch, you might well be held liable for any damages caused by the absence of the safety device.
Oh yeah, only deleted it locally.
It's funny how everyone now relies so heavily on 'safety devices.' The neighbor's PT Cruiser won't allow a shift from park to another gear unless the footbrake is depressed. I also hear that electronic stabiilty control will be mandated on cars sold in the US within 10 years, which means even higher costs, mandatory ABS, fly-by-wire throttle controls, traction controls, and much more complexity than I could ever want in a vehicle.
And it seems that the more idiotproof cars become, nature always manages to come up with better idiots.
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