23 14 510 Replacing reversing light switch

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection On Reverse Gear Switch

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GS6-17DG/BG and GS6-37DG/BG transmissions only.

Disconnect plug connection (1) on reverse gear switch.

Remove reverse gear switch. Tightening torque 23 14 1AZ . See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection On Reverse Gear Switch

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GS6-53DG/BG transmission only

Disconnect plug connection (1) on reverse gear switch.

Remove reverse gear switch.

Tightening torque 23 14 1AZ . See MANUAL TRANSMISSION - TIGHTENING TORQUES .