Reversing Sensor for Manual Gearbox

[muave]

I'm having some trouble locating a new sensor for my manual SS.

The issue i'm having is that the sensor was stuck on constantly which of course left the reversing camera on, along with the reversing lights and the annoying dinging noise. The mechanic disconnected the sensor but this particular part is not available in NZ apparently (probably due to the low number of manuals in the country). i'm struggling to find any pictures / diagrams or whatever to assist me in sourcing one from a second hand parts supplier.

Has anyone encountered this issue before? maybe there's a way to fix the existing sensor.... i don't know but i'm currently driving a car that is probably not road legal when reversing.

 

[Benboy]

Have you checked the switch that activates (lights, camera, sensor etc) when reverse gear is selected. Perhaps it is faulty or simply jammed in the ON position.

 

[muave]

Have you checked the switch that activates (lights, camera, sensor etc) when reverse gear is selected. Perhaps it is faulty or simply jammed in the ON position.

I believe that is what the mechanic looked at. My error for referring to it as a sensor. Where is this physically located on the car?

 

[Smitty]

I believe that is what the mechanic looked at. My error for referring to it as a sensor. Where is this physically located on the car?

what gearbox?... a V8 tremec version? or behind a V6?

 

[MYVESSV8]

Get on the internet and look for Mal Wood, he is a tremec specialist in Aus, freights stuff everywhere, he should be able to help you find/supply reverse switch for your SS, may just need vin, build date etc