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Sun 2 Jun 2013 15:29
Hyundai Tucson 2004 (Petrol/Manual) - Reversing lights remaining on... - TriciaA

Someone pointed out to me yesterday that my reversing lights were on, even though I was parked, with just the engine running. He said that the switch could be stuck. I'd be grateful if someone could tell me where this switch is, is it easy to get at? Obviously I'd like to fix this myself :D

Many thanks :)

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Sun 2 Jun 2013 16:43
Hyundai Tucson 2004 (Petrol/Manual) - Reversing lights remaining on... - Oli rag

Assuming it's a manual gearbox, it should be the only thing on the side of the box with a wire going to it. Not sure exactly where on a tucson box, but should be an easy spot.

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Sun 2 Jun 2013 16:50
Hyundai Tucson 2004 (Petrol/Manual) - Reversing lights remaining on... - TriciaA

Do you mean on the side of the gear box? Thanks for the reply btw

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Sun 2 Jun 2013 19:40
Hyundai Tucson 2004 (Petrol/Manual) - Reversing lights remaining on... - Oli rag

Most likely the side but could be on the top. Just look for anything with a wire going to it, is there more than one?

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Mon 3 Jun 2013 18:45
Hyundai Tucson 2004 (Petrol/Manual) - Reversing lights remaining on... - TriciaA

Thank you :) I have unplugged it and shall be ordering a new one. I take it, it will be easy to fit, is anything I need to be aware about?

Many thanks

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Wed 5 Jun 2013 18:41
Hyundai Tucson 2004 (Petrol/Manual) - Reversing lights remaining on... - TriciaA

Anyone know how easy it is to refit new switch please?

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Thu 6 Jun 2013 15:59
Hyundai Tucson 2004 (Petrol/Manual) - Reversing lights remaining on... - Ordovices
This may be a red herring, but on the 2.0 diesel, the switch is a single unit screwed into the gearbox case. About 30mm A/F spanner (can't quite remember the size exactly, but of that order) and the whole unit comes out. There were no springs, clips or other surprises! Just make sure the surrounding area is free from debris which could fall into the gearbox.
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