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Neutral Switch Removal/Installation

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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.5] .)
  2. Remove the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.5] .)
  3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Drain the transaxle oil from the transaxle. (See TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT .)
  5. Disconnect the neutral switch connector and remove the neutral switch and gasket.
    Fig 1: Identifying Neutral Switch, Connector And Gasket
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  6. Install the neutral switch (with a new gasket) to the transaxle case.

    Tightening torque 

    • 20-29 N.m {2.1-2.9 kgf.m, 15-21 ft.lbf}
  7. Connect the neutral switch connector.
  8. Install the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.5] .)
  9. Add the specified amount and type of transaxle oil. (See TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT .)
  10. Install the aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  11. Connect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.5] .)