Wiring the reverse switch after auto -> manual conversion

[Kenneth]

I have been looking for an easy, nice and clean way to wire the reverse light switch in without having to change the loom.

Today I found it. Unfortunately you do need a spare passengers side (Left side) ABS sensor. Fortunately for me I have a spare parts car...

Works a treat, pics below show what I did.

The left hand REAR ABS sensor with plug
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The sensor plug attaching to the gearbox reverse switch.
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The wires (circled) which need to be cut and then joined to the ABS plug.
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[MarkSanne]

Nice! Which wire goes on which wire at the ABS plug? And what to do with the extra ABS sensor itself?

[scott.mohekey]

The extra sensor isn't needed as far as I can tell. I think you just need it because the connector happens to be one that matches the manual reverse switch.

[Nick Mann]

I just use a couple of crimp connectors, but this is a nicer solution! Kudos to working out a good connector.

The best bit is the fact that the reverse beeper still works!

[Kenneth]

Scott is correct, you ditch the ABS sensor and just use the connector.
The orientation doesn't matter as it is just a switch, so it works by connecting the two wires.


Nick - You mean you like the beeper?! Do you have an auto or manual dash?

[Kenneth]

I have found that there are a number of different connectors which can be used, without destroying an ABS Sensor /pan

pre-facelift (not checked facelift) fog light harness (both sides)
Regulator connector
Front ABS sensor harness connectors

Is likely that there are more, I will update if I find more. However, with this list I have another at least 4 I would be willing to use.

[bradc]

May be popping around to see you at some point then, maybe next saturday or sunday :)

[Kenneth]

Yep, I should be able to sort you out! For a price... /haz