Why do things break at the worst possible time???

[JAMAS]

So now that the boy is here and my pockets are empty, I think I might need to replace the Mode Selector Switch.

Right now, the only problem is the flashing park/reverse/drive lights. Not all the time, just when I change gears. When I went from Reverse out of my driveway, then to neutral, then to drive, the light stayed on neutral for a second. I know that the problem can be intermittent and it can also get worse. So, I want to fix it before it becomes a bigger problem.

My question is .....

I am a smart man, but not a mechanic. Is this a job that I can do without the possibility of breaking anything? The last thing I want/need is to make the problem worse.

Also, I have read 2 different things regarding the Mode Selector Switch. One, replace. Two, Fix.

Fix: http://www.vehicross.info/forums/sho...elector+switch

What is everyones thoughts on those two questions?

To recap:
Question 1: Can I do this myself?
Question 2: Fix or replace?

Thanks all!!!

[Ldub]

I would try fixin' it first, then if you have to replace it, the job will take half the time, as you'll be familiar with what's involved.....

[JAMAS]

It's called Murphys law...

I hate Murphy

[WormGod]

Clean the selector switch. Especially if you ever go offroad. I don't and you would be surprised at how much mine was still gummed up. I suppose the Mid Atlantic winter salts take a toll on that as much as they do... well.... everything else.

[JAMAS]

Clean the selector switch. Especially if you ever go offroad. I don't and you would be surprised at how much mine was still gummed up. I suppose the Mid Atlantic winter salts take a toll on that as much as they do... well.... everything else.

Any suggestions on the best way to clean it?

Wipe down, cleaning products, etc?

Thanks!

[Ldub]

Any suggestions on the best way to clean it?

Wipe down, cleaning products, etc?

Thanks!

In the cleaning link you posted, there was mention made of carb cleaner...

[tom4bren]

"So now that the boy is here and my pockets are empty, I think I might need to replace the Mode Selector Switch."

"Any suggestions on the best way to clean it? Wipe down, cleaning products, etc?"

Ummm ... baby wipes???

[VX KAT]

In the cleaning link you posted, there was mention made of carb cleaner...

Oh don't worry, we need to cut him a ton of slack...he's riding on about zero sleep if I had to guess! The mind just ain't as sharp right now.....JAMAS be careful if you do try repair....try to get some zzzzz's first!

[JAMAS]

"So now that the boy is here and my pockets are empty, I think I might need to replace the Mode Selector Switch."

"Any suggestions on the best way to clean it? Wipe down, cleaning products, etc?"

Ummm ... baby wipes???

Clever.

[mdwyer]

Question 2: Fix or replace?

I opened mine up, and so thoroughly screwed up the gasket, that I was never able to get it put back together again. I suggest buying the (stupidly overpriced) new one, then trying to repair the old one to keep around as a backup.

[JAMAS]

Oh don't worry, we need to cut him a ton of slack...he's riding on about zero sleep if I had to guess! The mind just ain't as sharp right now.....JAMAS be careful if you do try repair....try to get some zzzzz's first!

Thanks for the understanding. I am a bit tired......okay, I'm ALOT tired. Having a great Wife to team up with helps alot though. Its times like this that I really see how amazing my Wife is. I love that Woman.

Sorry....got a little mushy there.

Maybe I will take a nap under the VX with the false pretense of working on it.

[Ldub]

Oh don't worry, we need to cut him a ton of slack...

Hey...I used a smilie...

Thanks for the understanding. I am a bit tired......okay, I'm ALOT tired. Having a great Wife to team up with helps alot though. Its times like this that I really see how amazing my Wife is. I love that Woman.

Sorry....got a little mushy there.

Maybe I will take a nap under the VX with the false pretense of working on it.

You'll be OK Pop, that idea about nappin' under the VX has a lot of merit...

[JAMAS]

Hey...I used a smilie...

"I said with all due respect"......."Its in the Geneva Convention."

~Ricky Bobby (Taladega Nights)

[Ldub]

"I said with all due respect"......."Its in the Geneva Convention."

~Ricky Bobby (Taladega Nights)

I'll have to rent that one...

[JAMAS]

I'll have to rent that one...

Its a pretty funny Will Ferrell movie. If you like that kinda thing.

Please to enjoy this clip....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Af-Id_fuXFA