Are there any quick diagrams for how to install the neutral safety switch on a 1996 Jeep Cherokee?

Answer 1

No This link may help you though,http://www.cherokee-Jeep.com/1-2swremov.htm

The information given is only for the AW4 transmission. You have the 42RE or 44RE, depends on if you have the I6 or v8. It is a $20-30 part from the dealer and is located on the drivers side of the transmission. Some tranny fluid will come out so either do a fluid change at the same time or pick up some extra ATF+4 to replentish.

My FSM isn't giving much information to tell the location but go buy the part and look for one that matches, it is right above my tranny fluid pan about center 98 I6.

I put a thing on my blog to help you out and anyone else that finds this and needs it. .

blog link: http://98jeepbuild.blogspot.com/2009/06/neutral-safety-switch.html

Answer 2

depends, auto 4 spd ( AW4 ) should be on the side of the transmission, looks like a 1/4 circle with a wiring harness comming out of it, 5 spd manual, should be in the center colum I think, but dont quote me on that one its been a while since I replaced a NSS on a manual cherokee. Good Luck!!!!! Alex C. in Las Vegas

Answer 3

On the passengers side of the trans about even with the front of the door fan shaped switch held on by two bolts.

I suggest taking it apart and cleaning it before you think about replacing.

The switch is nearly $300

To remove, flatten out the retaining washer side under nut, remove large nut, remove smaller ( 14mm ) bolt on the adjustment side.

cleaning is easy, 6 screws in back, pull apart, clean out all that old grease, pay special attention to the two contacts on the sweeper arm, they should move in and out easily as they have springs underneath and are the man contacts, apply new di-electric grease and reassemble.

reassemble and align before tightening, easiest way is to put trans selector in R and move switch until reverse lights come on.

Answer 4

The neutral safety switch is located on the side of the transmission. It is located on the shift linkage shaft. It is a semi half moon shaped unit with a wiring harness coming out of it. It is also referred to as a range switch

Answer 5

On the passengers side of the trans about even with the front of the door fan shaped switch held on by two bolts.

I suggest taking it apart and cleaning it before you think about replacing.

The switch is nearly $300

To remove, flatten out the retaining washer side under nut, remove large nut, remove smaller ( 14mm ) bolt on the adjustment side. Connector for the wires is top left of engine at the firewall, black connector with about 8 wires, you will need to snip 3 or so zip ties to get it free, the switch will slide off the bolt protruding from the trans..

cleaning is easy, 6 screws in back, pull apart, clean out all that old grease, pay special attention to the two contacts on the sweeper arm, they should move in and out easily as they have springs underneath and are the man contacts, apply new di-electric grease and reassemble.

reassemble and align before tightening, easiest way is to put trans selector in R and move switch until reverse lights come on.

Answer 6

It is on the front of the bell housing and is also the backup light switch. If you must replace it I would look on e-bay for a new one, it should cost you about $150 (half of what Jeep wants)