3rd & 4th Generation (1992–1996 & 1997–2001)Toyota Camry Discussion for years: 1992-1996 & 1997-2001
Topics of discussion range from fuel economy, safety, modifications, performance all involving America's favorite family car, the Toyota Camry.
My 1992 Camry has a probelm. On the dashboard, it has automatic tranmission status indicators (aka P/R/N/D/2/1). Only the P/N/1/2 will illuminate as I shift through the gears. What is worse, no only does the "R" not illuminate, it will not turn on the back up lights, either. If, while the shift lever is is the "reverse" position, I push the lever hard to the left, the dash light/back up lights may flicker and even stay on for a bit.
I ask you guys because I have searched Clilton's and the web and I'll be darned if I'm going to pay Toyota $89 just to look at it and more to repair it. I have also taken the whole cowl apart, looking for a bad module, and not been able to find the location.
There has to be a switch somewhere beneath the shifter that is not working properly. I have yet to take mine apart to look, but I get the same thing with the reverse lights. If I put it in R, I have to make sure that the dash light is on so that I know my backup lights are on. If I wiggle the shifter while in R, they will go in and out.
__________________
1993 Camry LE I4 Bone Stock - 380,000 miles (as of Aug '11)
1993 Camry XLE V6 Bone Stock - 260,xxx miles (as of July '11) Blown Head Gasket
2003 Chevy Trailblazer EXT I6 - 107,000 miles (as of Aug '11)
... Assuming that you have the 5s-fe automatic, refer to p. 205 for a detailed schematic of the neutral safety switch ... which goes directly to the illumination bulbs of the dash combination meter... that is the filament bulbs for L,2,D,R,N, and P.
Use a test lamp or voltmeter to determine if you have voltage at the various colored wires on the switch. This should give you some relevant information as to where the problem is located. ... Maybe the neutral start switch just needs some contact cleaner spray. ... Location diagram of NSS ... P1 is shown on p. 31 of the pdf.
__________________
98 Camry LE, 2.2L, automatic
50k miles, drop in K&N A/F recent timing belt, water pump
... Assuming that you have the 5s-fe automatic, refer to p. 205 for a detailed schematic of the neutral safety switch ... which goes directly to the illumination bulbs of the dash combination meter... that is the filament bulbs for L,2,D,R,N, and P.
Use a test lamp or voltmeter to determine if you have voltage at the various colored wires on the switch. This should give you some relevant information as to where the problem is located. ... Maybe the neutral start switch just needs some contact cleaner spray. ... Location diagram of NSS ... P1 is shown on p. 31 of the pdf.
...great information...question: it would seem as though there may be another problem than the neutral start switch needing contact cleaner spray, as the lights come on intermitantly when I wiggle the shifter (the neutral start switch is under the hood.). Do you still stick with your answer? If so, I'll get under the hood and check the start switch. Thank you for your reply.
...great information...question: it would seem as though there may be another problem than the neutral start switch needing contact cleaner spray, as the lights come on intermitantly when I wiggle the shifter (the neutral start switch is under the hood.). Do you still stick with your answer? If so, I'll get under the hood and check the start switch. Thank you for your reply.
... Can't really pin anything down at this point. You just have to make a few tests with your meter or test light ... When examining the wires on the NSS, be sure to have somebody move the shifter around. There is some sort of mechanical linkage between the shifter and the NSS. The NSS looks like it is accessible enough .... right in front. However, I've never taken the time to actually look for it. If all the wires coming out of the NSS indicate that they have voltage as you shift through the gear positions, then you would have to think that there is something wrong further down the circuit ... maybe in the combination meter.
One item to always look out for when troubleshooting is connectors, of any type. They tend to get dirty, attract moisture, and sometimes are where wires break. It's a good idea when possible to disassemble a connector, clean it with electrical spray, and snap it back together two or three times, if you think you can accomplish this without breaking it.
With a '92 model, and maybe 200k mi., you are probably going to find a part or two with excessive wear, or maybe something burned out. ....
If it's not too much trouble, post a few pictures of the relevant work area. There's an instructional sticky post at the top of the forum page.
__________________
98 Camry LE, 2.2L, automatic
50k miles, drop in K&N A/F recent timing belt, water pump
There is a Park Neutral Position Switch on the side of the transmission. You can find diagrams of it in the Transmission section. For the 5SFE, page AX1-94 shows the test proceedure for the switch. It makes contenuity between two terminals in reverse. This may be what clues the system to turn on the indicator and reverse lights.
The AutoGuide.com network consists of the largest network of enthusiast-owned enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
AutoGuide.com provides the latest car reviews, auto show coverage, new car prices, and automotive news. The AutoGuide network operates more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share opinions as a community.
ToyotaNation.com is an independent Toyota/Lexus enthusiast website. ToyotaNation.com is not sponsored by or in any way affiliated with Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. The Toyota, Lexus and Scion names and logos are trademarks owned by Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.
recent timing belt, water pump
Linear Mode
