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Neutral Switch Removal/Installation [A26M-R]

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the under cover.
  3. Disconnect the neutral switch connector.
  4. Remove the neutral switch.
  5. Install the neutral switch to the transaxle case.

    Tightening torque 

    28.1-52.3 N.m {2.9-5.3 kgf.m, 20.8-38.5 ft.lbf} 

  6. Clamp both the neutral switch and back-up light switch wiring harnesses as shown in the figure.
  7. Install the under cover.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable.
    Fig 1: Identifying Neutral Switch & Back-Up Light Switch Wiring Harnesses
    G04955895Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.