Aft microswitch

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callum
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Aft microswitch

Post by callum » Thu May 05, 2016 8:36 pm

Hi folks,
I will need to replace the microswitch, front passenger side, for the aft. I have bodged it by wrapping some wire around the "arm" as the domed rubber part is hanging off and pretty flat compared to the others. I will know soon whether the mod will work, but it won't last forever anyway. Fingers crossed for no flashing light!
Has anybody got a part number for the switch? It looks a pig to get at, but i'm sure i'll figure that out at some point!
Has anybody actually done it before?!
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Re: Aft microswitch

Post by g8dhe » Thu May 05, 2016 9:32 pm

See here http://igmaynard.co.uk/bongo/forum/view ... 95#p487895 getting the specific switch can be costly from normal suppliers as they seem to be American stock only and hence attract a £15 surcharge per order :-(
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Re: Aft microswitch

Post by mikeonb4c » Thu May 05, 2016 9:59 pm

I've had a duff microswitch and flashing dash light for 9 years. I'll be very interested to hear how you get one replacing one. Good luck and keep us posted.
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Re: Aft microswitch

Post by callum » Fri May 06, 2016 8:45 pm

Well, my "fix" appears to doing ok! Driven the van a few times today and no light on the dash, quite peaceful!
It will bw on the long term to do list i think! But i hate things not working, so if the light comes on again, i'll be sure to get on with a proper repair.
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Re: Aft microswitch

Post by Ian » Fri May 06, 2016 10:46 pm

Genuine Mazda AFT microswitches are available from the Bongo Shop. See http://bongoland.co.uk/product/aft-microswitch/
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Re: Aft microswitch

Post by callum » Fri May 06, 2016 10:53 pm

Oh, haha, that makes it easier! Not the fitting though Ian!
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