Sounds like someone has tinkered with 3-way switches (used to control one light from 2 switches).
The reverse light switch on a 1995 Neon with a 5-speed manual transmission is typically located on the transmission case near the shifter linkage. It may be a single wire sensor that activates the reverse lights when the transmission is shifted into reverse. If you cannot locate the reverse light switch, consult the vehicle's service manual for specific information.
The most common problem is switch on side of transmission.(If bulbs and fuse are good) Another common problem with reverse lights is a faulty ground. Check for the black ground wire off the lights in the back. If the connection to the ground (body or frame) is rusted or broken repair it.
On a 5-speed I'm pretty sure it is right next to where the shift tower gets bolted to the trans. It is a little ball that rides on the shifting rail. Should be pretty much the only sensor that is on the top center section of the trans.
By changeover switch, if you mean forward reverse switch, the correct electrical terminology you should be searching is, wiring of an electrical drum switch.
You can detect a bad dimmer switch by checking for flickering or flashing lights, overheating of the switch, buzzing or humming noises when the switch is in use, or if the lights don't respond consistently to the dimming adjustments. If you notice any of these signs, it may be time to replace the dimmer switch.
Try bypassing the reverse light switch that plugs into the transmission. If your reverse lights come on, voila! Problem solved. Buy a new switch.
The switch for the reverse lights on a Ford Windstar is typically located on the transmission. Specifically, it's often found on the transmission case, near the shift linkage. This switch is activated when the transmission is shifted into reverse, completing the circuit for the reverse lights. If you're having issues with the reverse lights, checking the switch and its wiring is a good first step.
There is a backup switch in the gearbox. When you shift into reverse, the gear box switch contacts the switch and lights the white reverse lights. If you find that the reverse lights don't work it could be that the switch is not being triggered by the mechanism inside the gearbox. This is providing that everything else is working; wiring,bulbs,etc.
Both a stuck reverse switch and shorted wiring can be causes for reverse lights to stay on. Under normal circumstances, the reverse lights turn off as soon as the vehicle is shifted out of reverse.
Either the reverse switch is defective or out of adjustment.
The 2002 Cavalier has a reverse light switch. The switch can be bad, or have a loose connection causing the lights not to work.
The reverse lights switch on a Ford Fiesta is found on the transmission. The switch can be seen from underneath the car.
Bad bulbs can be the cause of your reverse lights not working on your 1999 Toyota Tacoma. A problem with the reverse switch or bad wires can also be the cause of your reverse lights not working.
The problem is the reverse light switch. It is located on the top of the transmission that should sloved your problem.
Replace the bulb first, if this does not work try the reverse switch.
Where is the switch located for the back up lights on a 2000 cadillac daville
Either the switch that turns the backup lights on is out of adjustment, or has failed in the on position.