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Old 09-10-2009, 02:54 AM   #1
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No reverse lights?

I recently bought a '79 1 ton with a 4 speed. The reverse lights do not work. If this was an auto, I'd guess there is a switch on the shifter or trans to turn them on. I have no idea with the manual. Where is the switch that turns them on?
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Old 09-10-2009, 07:18 AM   #2
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Re: No reverse lights?

there should be 2 switches on your shifter base. neutral safety/reverse lights
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Old 09-10-2009, 07:50 AM   #3
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Re: No reverse lights?

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there should be 2 switches on your shifter base. neutral safety/reverse lights
Alright...define shifter base. Under the boot in the cab?

PS - my neutral safety works just fine.
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Old 09-10-2009, 08:16 AM   #4
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Re: No reverse lights?

on my 86 there was relays on the shifter assembly under the boot
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Old 09-10-2009, 03:09 PM   #5
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Re: No reverse lights?

what about if it was 3 on the column, then converted to the floor...is there a switch in the steering column I can get to?
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Old 09-16-2009, 03:31 PM   #6
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Re: No reverse lights?

On my '87 4-spd, the backup light switch is screwed into the side of the gearbox underneath the truck.
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