How to Inspect the Back Up Light Switch and Neutral Safety Switch on a Subaru Legacy?

Lift the vehicle onto jackstands and locate the backup light and Neutral Safety Switch on the transaxle's left side. Trace the electrical lead to its connector, unplug it, and connect an ohmmeter to the terminals. Check for continuity in reverse for the backup light switch and Neutral for the Neutral Safety Switch. If it does not work, replace it by first unscrewing the old one. Install a new one and secure it. Verify the new switch's functionality and reconnect the electrical connector. Finally, lower the vehicle.

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Subaru Legacy Switch Assembly Back Lamp
Part Number: 32005AA053
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp; Back-Up Switch
- Replaced by: 32005AA131
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2017 Subaru Legacy | 2.5GT Limited, 2.5GT Premium, 2.5i, 2.5i Premium | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 DOHC, 2.5L H4 SOHC, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp; Back-Up Switch
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- 2007-2008 Subaru Legacy | GT | 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Switch Assembly Back Lamp
Part Number: 32005AA091
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp
- Replaced by: 32005AA092
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- 2005-2009 Subaru Legacy | GT, GT Limited, XT Limited | 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Switch Assembly Back Lamp
Part Number: 32005AA052
$44.93 MSRP: $65.12
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp
- Replaced by: 32005AA131
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2011 Subaru Legacy | 2.5GT Limited, 2.5GT Premium, 2.5i, 2.5i Base, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Premium, Baja, Baja-S, Base, Cold Weather, GT, L, Limited, L-S | 2.5L H4, 2.5L H4 SOHC, 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Backup Lamp Switch Assembly
Part Number: 32005AA051
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp
- Replaced by: 32005AA131
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2004 Subaru Legacy | Baja, Baja-S, Base, Brighton, Cold Weather, GT, L, Limited, L-S, Out Back | 2.2L H4 , 2.2L H4 (New EVAPO), 2.2L H4 Series, 2.5L H4
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp; Back-Up Switch
- Replaced by: 32005AA113
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- 2008-2009 Subaru Legacy | GT | 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Backup Lamp Switch Assembly
Part Number: 32005AA030
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp
- Replaced by: 32005AA081
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- 1991-1994 Subaru Legacy | L, LS, Turbo
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp
- Replaced by: 32005AA081
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- 1990-1991 Subaru Legacy | Base, L, LS, LS-D, Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Switch Assembly Back Lamp
Part Number: 32005AA080
$30.90 MSRP: $44.78
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp
- Replaced by: 32005AA081
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004 Subaru Legacy | Baja-B | 2.5L H4 Turbo
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Subaru Legacy Switch Assembly Back Lamp
Part Number: 32005AA081
$30.90 MSRP: $44.78
You Save: $13.88 (31%)
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- Other Name: Switch Assembly-Back Lamp; Back-Up Switch
- Replaces: 32005AA030, 32005AA001, 32005AA080, 32005AA020, 32005AA021, 32005AA050
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Subaru's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004 Subaru Legacy | Baja-B | 2.5L H4 Turbo
- 1990-1994 Subaru Legacy | Base, L, LS, LS-D, Turbo

Subaru Legacy Back Up Light Switch

The rear reverse lamps of your Subaru Legacy are turned on by the Back Up Light Switch when the transmission is in reverse to complete the circuit. In the Subaru Legacy and other models, the Back Up Light Switch is usually mounted on the steering column, the transmission housing, or in the floor console. Its pressure element or plunger moves with the selector lever. The Back Up Light Switch, when activated, closes a contact within it so that current flows to the bulbs, making the Subaru Legacy more visible while signaling to the rear and preventing accidents with other vehicles. In automatic units, the Back Up Light Switch may share a casing with the neutral safety switch, allowing one unit to control reverse light and starter lockout. Actuation mechanisms may be mechanical or hydraulic but always serve the same function. The Back Up Light Switch must operate reliably in order to safely back up your car. Every Subaru Legacy must have functioning clear reverse lights while backing up in a parking lot or busy street.

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Subaru Legacy Back Up Light Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to Inspect the Back Up Light Switch and Neutral Safety Switch on a Subaru Legacy?
A:
Lift the vehicle onto jackstands and locate the backup light and Neutral Safety Switch on the transaxle's left side. Trace the electrical lead to its connector, unplug it, and connect an ohmmeter to the terminals. Check for continuity in reverse for the backup light switch and Neutral for the Neutral Safety Switch. If it does not work, replace it by first unscrewing the old one. Install a new one and secure it. Verify the new switch's functionality and reconnect the electrical connector. Finally, lower the vehicle.