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I have to have the switch out of the transmission to do this test? I'm guessing when you say press the switch, there is something to press on the backside?
If so is there a test I can do before taking it out?
Thanks!



Correct..
You can do the same tests with the switch installed, but instead of pressing the switch put the shift linkage in the respective position.
As inside the transmission is a lever which activates/presses the switch for each position of reverse and neutral/park. Pull off the wire connector carefully.

Just my $0.01..