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Automatic transmission inhibitor switch malfunction

Tiny
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  • 1992 ISUZU BIGHORN
  • 3.1L
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
Intermittent problem starting in park or neutral. Inhibitor safety switch seems to be malfunctioning.
Sunday, December 4th, 2016 AT 3:53 PM

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Tiny
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The neutral safety switch is next to where the transmission control cable goes.
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Sunday, December 4th, 2016 AT 4:07 PM
Tiny
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Exactly where is the switch located? Is it accessible for removal from the underside of the vehicle or is it accessible for removal from the top? Are any special tools required for the removal?
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Sunday, December 4th, 2016 AT 4:31 PM
Tiny
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You must live outside the USA because we do not have that model here. Also, our online repair manual does not list that model. If you follow the shift cable it will lead you right to the switch. I would say there would not be any special tools to replace it.
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Sunday, December 4th, 2016 AT 5:22 PM
Tiny
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My current location is Cyprus and the vehicle is a Jap import.
Thank you for your response.
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Sunday, December 4th, 2016 AT 6:23 PM
Tiny
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Yeah, that explains it was not originally sold in the USA. You are welcome.
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Sunday, December 4th, 2016 AT 6:24 PM

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