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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1996 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Transmission/Transaxle 🢒 Manual Transmission - ZF S6-40 🢒 Backup Lamp Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable assembly from the battery terminal. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

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  2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Section 0A.
  3. Support the vehicle with safety stands.

    4. Object Number: 12082 Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the backup lamp switch electrical connector.

    5. Object Number: 12083 Size: SH
  5. Remove the backup lamp switch.

Installation Procedure
  1. Apply pipe sealant with Teflon™ onto the threads of the backup lamp switch. Use GM P/N 1052080, or the equivalent.

    2. Object Number: 12083 Size: SH
  2. Install the backup lamp switch.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the backup lamp switch to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).


    Object Number: 12082 Size: SH
  3. Connect the backup lamp switch electrical connector.
  4. Remove the safety stands.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Connect the negative battery cable.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the terminal bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).