reverse lights??
#2
Team Owner
Yes there is a switch on the transmission that should close when in reverse. There is also a fuse in the passenger side fuse panel. Sometimes a switch will short and blow the fuse, in which case you'd need both.
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chuck50 (03-19-2016)
#3
would you know where on the tranny?
thank you for your response! would you know where it might be located on the transmission? tail bell housing?
#4
Team Owner
Did you check the fuse?
Don't know the exact location on 84, but the switch looks like this: Sorry wrong picture posted, this should be correct
Don't know the exact location on 84, but the switch looks like this: Sorry wrong picture posted, this should be correct
Last edited by 65GGvert; 03-20-2016 at 08:05 AM.
#5
That's NOT a BU switch for a 4+ transmission.
This I believe is:
https://corvetteparts.com/item/switc...4-1988#details
Connector is pointed out in this snapshot of the FSM>
Last edited by WVZR-1; 03-19-2016 at 10:29 PM.
#6
Team Owner
The picture said specifically 84 4+3 Corvette. I looked up again and found several places that says this one is the correct one. I edited my earlier post.The picture above shows you where it is located so you can check your plug and connections. If you put the transmission in reverse with the plug disconnected you should read almost zero ohms between the two contacts on the transmission side where switch screws in. Again, check the fuse first.
Driver's side about center:
Driver's side about center:
Last edited by 65GGvert; 03-20-2016 at 09:46 AM.
#7
OMG thhank you !!
The picture said specifically 84 4+3 Corvette. I looked up again and found several places that says this is the correct one. I edited my earlier post.The picture above shows you where it is located so you can check your plug and connections. If you put the transmission in reverse with the plug disconnected you should read almost zero ohms between the two contacts on the transmission side where switch screws in. Again, check the fuse first.
Driver's side about center:
Driver's side about center:
#8
The picture said specifically 84 4+3 Corvette. I looked up again and found several places that says this is the correct one. I edited my earlier post.The picture above shows you where it is located so you can check your plug and connections. If you put the transmission in reverse with the plug disconnected you should read almost zero ohms between the two contacts on the transmission side where switch screws in. Again, check the fuse first.
Driver's side about center:
Driver's side about center:
OP - the switch is very likely available at your "local" auto parts store using the information (GM part #) as a reference. Auto Zone or Oreilly potentially, NAPA very likely but theirs looks expensive maybe.
I can assure you the "link" I provided is correct for a visual image.
"65GGvert" - This is your first posted image, you only needed to mention a "ooops" (ZF Switch) and maybe post you new "best guess" along side what you insisted was correct. You've certainly done better the 2nd visit to a manufacturer using the part number I supplied or the SMP catalog.
OP - most detent-ball operated switches usually become lazy/inoperable because of lack of use, I like to call it "exercise". Generally speaking if you have time just remove yours and soak it for some time in solvent and exercise the "ball" several times during the soak. You can confirm operation using a DMM after the soak/exercise operation. That was always our "first choice" for any detent-ball switch. I've never had a "soak/exercise" fail on a ZF switch.
Last edited by WVZR-1; 03-20-2016 at 09:38 AM.
#9
Team Owner
Well I can tell you that maybe you should give up "window shopping" or using "window shopping" images as references. Use any of your shopping sources and the correct GM # 14057528 and if they show your image I'd be interested to see it. It would be a vendor to very likely to avoid.
OP - the switch is very likely available at your "local" auto parts store using the information (GM part #) as a reference. Auto Zone or Oreilly potentially, NAPA very likely but theirs looks expensive maybe.
I can assure you the "link" I provided is correct for a visual image.
This is your first posted image, you only needed to mention a "ooops" (ZF Switch) and maybe post you new "best guess" along side what you insisted was correct. You've certainly done better the 2nd visit to a manufacturer using the part number I supplied or the SMP catalog.
Attachment 47964896
OP - most detent-ball operated switches usually become lazy/inoperable because of lack of use, I like to call it "exercise". Generally speaking if you have time just remove yours and soak it for some time in solvent and exercise the "ball" several times during the soak. You can confirm operation using a DMM after the soak/exercise operation. That was always our "first choice" for any detent-ball switch. I've never had a "soak/exercise" fail on a ZF switch.
OP - the switch is very likely available at your "local" auto parts store using the information (GM part #) as a reference. Auto Zone or Oreilly potentially, NAPA very likely but theirs looks expensive maybe.
I can assure you the "link" I provided is correct for a visual image.
This is your first posted image, you only needed to mention a "ooops" (ZF Switch) and maybe post you new "best guess" along side what you insisted was correct. You've certainly done better the 2nd visit to a manufacturer using the part number I supplied or the SMP catalog.
Attachment 47964896
OP - most detent-ball operated switches usually become lazy/inoperable because of lack of use, I like to call it "exercise". Generally speaking if you have time just remove yours and soak it for some time in solvent and exercise the "ball" several times during the soak. You can confirm operation using a DMM after the soak/exercise operation. That was always our "first choice" for any detent-ball switch. I've never had a "soak/exercise" fail on a ZF switch.
I didn't use anything of yours, I merely posted the wrong picture first and corrected it. The difference in my post and yours is I was trying to help the guy find his reverse light switch, while you are trying successfully to be a jerk.
Last edited by 65GGvert; 03-20-2016 at 12:51 PM.
#10
Team Owner
#11
It was only a couple more snapshots so I thought I'd just finish this:
"65GGvert" posted an incorrect image but here's the FUSE BOX, the wiring diagram and the diagnostics. His mention of "if you have directional that work it's NOT the fuse is correct".
If anyone has an '84 and needs wiring diagrams here's a zip-file from the CAC that has them all, it's well done and I've checked most of it against an '84 FSM. No diagnostics just diagrams.
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...atics-156.html
"65GGvert" posted an incorrect image but here's the FUSE BOX, the wiring diagram and the diagnostics. His mention of "if you have directional that work it's NOT the fuse is correct".
If anyone has an '84 and needs wiring diagrams here's a zip-file from the CAC that has them all, it's well done and I've checked most of it against an '84 FSM. No diagnostics just diagrams.
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...atics-156.html
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chstitans42 (03-20-2016)
#12
OMG thhank you !!
It was only a couple more snapshots so I thought I'd just finish this:
"65GGvert" posted an incorrect image but here's the FUSE BOX, the wiring diagram and the diagnostics. His mention of "if you have directional that work it's NOT the fuse is correct".
Attachment 47965091
Attachment 47965092
If anyone has an '84 and needs wiring diagrams here's a zip-file from the CAC that has them all, it's well done and I've checked most of it against an '84 FSM. No diagnostics just diagrams.
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...atics-156.html
"65GGvert" posted an incorrect image but here's the FUSE BOX, the wiring diagram and the diagnostics. His mention of "if you have directional that work it's NOT the fuse is correct".
Attachment 47965091
Attachment 47965092
If anyone has an '84 and needs wiring diagrams here's a zip-file from the CAC that has them all, it's well done and I've checked most of it against an '84 FSM. No diagnostics just diagrams.
http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...atics-156.html