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Old May 20, 2005 | 11:23 PM
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1999 500- when in neutral, the reverse light is on too, when in low, reverse light is on and i have to use the override button to go faster than 2 mph, in high it is fine, in reverse it is fine. only neutral and low is the reverse light constantly on and causing the use of the override in low gear. please help.. thanks, PB500
 
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Old May 21, 2005 | 02:59 AM
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thats a new one... havent heard that before, very well could be a few different problems, crossed wires, bad ground somewhere, maybe a bad speedo

sorry i couldnt be of more assistance im sure someone will help ya out
 
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Old May 21, 2005 | 08:08 PM
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c'mon guys and girls, this is the best site i have found with very logical people and i know i can't be the only one with this problem. any info will be helpful, thanks in advance, PB500
 
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Old May 21, 2005 | 08:46 PM
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I'd change the title of the post, it's too generic. It's not getting enough hits. try

500 Won't run !!!! Reverse light on when in LOW


Might help
 
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Old May 21, 2005 | 09:15 PM
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check your shift position switch in the shifter. I'm betting it's stuck or bad.
 
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