(1967 and 1968 Model C Cortina)
The following procedure should be used to adjust the transmission mounted back-up light switch on GT models when customers complain of difficulty in engaging reverse gear.
- 1. Disconnect battery.
2. Disconnect wires to back-up light switch.
3. Loosen switch lock nut and turn switch counter-clockwise a few turns.
4. Place transmission into Reverse.
5. Connect self-powered test light to switch wires and carefully turn switch clockwise until light comes on.
NOTE: Turning switch too far into transmission may result in switch damage and difficulty in placing transmission into Reverse.
6. Turn switch a half turn further and tighten lock nut.
7. Reconnect switch wires and battery and check switch operation.
WARRANTY STATUS - NON-REIMBURSABLE