i have a 76 gmc, is there any way to over ride the sensor that only allows it to crank over when its in park. I have to put it in reverse turn the key then put it in park pretty hard.:shaking:

its called a neutral safety switch. You can bypass it but its not worth it... buy a new one, they arent expensive....

I unplugged it and ran a jumper wire. When I get the truck at steep angles and the eng dies I like being able to start it with out putting it in park.

i have a 76 gmc, is there any way to over ride the sensor that only allows it to crank over when its in park. I have to put it in reverse turn the key then put it in park pretty hard.:shaking:

its very easy to bypass. it should only consist of two wires. If the circuit is open (R-1-2-3) it wont start. If its closed (P-N) it starts. Remove the switch and make a jumper wire between the two. I used to throw a toggle switch on the dash or some where hidden and also use it as a theft deterent.

It wont start in neutrul either though thats why i was thrown off. Could there be a problem with my ignition?

ok, first off....

does it crank?

if it cranks, does it fire?

does it have spark?

are you out of gas?

Maybe the bolts are loose and it just needs to be readjusted. It has a line up hole you can stick a paper clip or drill bit through to realign it and tighten the screw/bolts back up. The vehicle has to be in park or neutral, I don't remember which.

Maybe the bolts are loose and it just needs to be readjusted. It has a line up hole you can stick a paper clip or drill bit through to realign it and tighten the screw/bolts back up. The vehicle has to be in park or neutral, I don't remember which.



more details. please what do i need to loosen?