Assuming the shift linkage is ok, I would look to switch first.

I don't see any other electrical part that would cause that to happen.

So you've put it in reverse once now? (lights are still on?)

Are the leads and casing in good shape and secure to the switch?

Before removing the switch, take off the leads, have someone move the
shifter for you while you watch to check linkage movement, then use a
VOM or check-light to test switch. If no helper, maybe you could
operate the linkage while under there.

Cheers,

Neil.

On Mon, Apr 7, 2008 at 8:46 AM, Jeff Lincoln <magikvw@gmail.com> wrote:
> Sorry one more question. The reverse lights work on this van but once you
>  put the vehicle in reverse once they stay on and will not turn off.
>
>  If I remember correctly there is a switch/sensor that screws into the
>  tranny. Do you think that is the culprit or should I be looking somewhere
>  else first?
>  --
>  Thanks,
>
>  Jeff
>  '90 Carat (Grover)
>  '86 (We call this one Parts)
>  '78 Bus (Melissa) Patty's Bus
>

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