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GM 12450161
Neutral Safety Switch

1997-2005 GM

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GM 12450161 Neutral Safety Switch
  • Part Description
    Switch, Transmission Safety Starting Switch Or Speed Sensing
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
  • Manufacturer's Notes
    This part is discontinued.
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    1997-2005 Chevrolet CavalierBase, LS, LS Sport, RS, Z244 Cyl 2.2 L BI-FUEL, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
    1997-2003 Chevrolet MalibuBase, LS4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    1999-2004 Oldsmobile AleroGL, GLS, GX4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.4 L GAS
    1997-1999 Oldsmobile CutlassBase, GL, GLS6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    1999-2005 Pontiac Grand AmGT, GT1, SE, SE1, SE24 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.4 L GAS
    1997-2005 Pontiac SunfireBase, GT, SE4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
    2001-2002 Saturn L100Base4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
    2001-2003 Saturn L200Base4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
    2001-2003 Saturn L300Base6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12450161 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12450161 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
    Q:
    How should the old switch be installed for the 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Place the shift shaft in N (Neutral) and align the flats of the shift shaft with the switch.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be checked after connecting the switch electrical connector for the 2003 Chevrolet Malibu? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Ensure the engine starts only in P (Park) or N (Neutral); readjust the switch if it starts in any other position.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
    See vehicle specific detailed answers for this Neutral Safety Switch
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OEM GM Neutral Safety Switch 12450161 Designed for Proper Fit and Performance

Original OEM GM parts deliver superior quality and meet all performance standards needed for optimal automotive operation. The authentic part identified by 12450161 Neutral Safety Switch is available in the market under the name GM Automatic Transmission Shift Position Sensor Switch, Back Up Light Switch, Neutral Safety Switch. This genuine product has a full warranty coverage from the manufacturer available at all authorized GM dealers throughout the United States. This part 12450161 Neutral Safety Switch fits certain Chevrolet Malibu, Cavalier models, as well as Pontiac Grand Am, Sunfire. Additionally, it is compatible with Oldsmobile Cutlass, Alero, Cutlass Supreme and Saturn L200, L300, L100 models.
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