backup lights wont work

[solditforajeep]

I just noticed tonight that they wont go on when put in reverse, I added a hitch wiring kit a while back but they worked fine after, it was just the type that plugs into a few harnesses in the back so I dont think thats the problem. What do I look into, fuses, any other connections, bulbs are outta the pic because both went at the same time.

[UNCC_99XJ]

Do a search for NSS (neutral safety switch)...They get dirty over time and need to be taken apart and cleaned....VERY easy job provided you have just a little common sense. Taking my time and making sure I did everything properly it took me about 45 minutes to pull one off a 98, clean it, grease it back up, and re-install it. This saves you a TON of money (new switches retail well over $100 at the dealer).

There's a very good write up with step by step pictures that I used to help me and it made it incredibly easy.

[solditforajeep]

so you would put your money on that its the nss most likely?

[XJING]

Yep, its the most likely cause,(NSS) good luck

[solditforajeep]

i did go wheelin in the mud this weekend and I think it stopped after that, im gonna go by the jeepin.com instructions sometime this week, any thing else I should know?

[5-90]

I've posted a couple additional pointers that aren't in the Jeepin.com writeup - search for my posts on the subject here...

5-90

[HogWash]

i did go wheelin in the mud this weekend and I think it stopped after that, im gonna go by the jeepin.com instructions sometime this week, any thing else I should know?
MUDDING!Thats why mine quit working,well working every now and again.Mud is fun I do agree but theres a price to pay even if its free.:dunno:

[UNCC_99XJ]

I dont really see how mud could get inside the NSS...unless you sunk it in mud, those things are assembled pretty tight..

You never mentioned what year XJ you have?

[Saudade]

Remember there's a vent on the top with short hose. Some guys remove it and run a longer hose up the harness to make sure the end stays up and out of any water/mud.

[The Adam Blaster]

I just ordered mine off of an Ebay store, $160.00 USD for a brand new one. (Plus shipping of course.)
Every parts store around my area (Edmonton, Alberta) wanted around $720.00 for a new one. There weren't any used ones listed on Ebay for 98+ so i was stuck with buying new.
And calling around to the junk yards, they didn't even have any used ones...

I couldn't even start my Jeep this past weekend when i was on some trails. I start a new job this coming Monday so i need to make sure i get to work on time. ;)