How to check Neutral Safety Switch on Mercury Cougar?

Engine can be started in every gear. The engine should only run if the clutch pedal has been stepped on (for manual cars) or when the car is in either Park or Neutral (for automatic vehicles). Ensure that the steering column lock will allow the key to turn to "Lock" position only when the shift lever is in Park. The key must not be released unless it is turned to Lock.

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Mercury Cougar Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: YL8Z-7F293-AA
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- Replaced by: 6L8Z-7F293-AA
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E
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Mercury Cougar Switch Assembly - Transmission Selector
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- Manufacturer Note: Switch assembly - overdrive cancel - with wiring, FROM 9/98
- Replaces: F5RZ-7A247-BB
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E
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Mercury Cougar Switch Assembly - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: F5AZ-7A247-A
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- Other Name: Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
- Replaced by: F5AZ-7A247-AA
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 4AT 4R70W
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Mercury Cougar Switch Assy - Starter Inhibitor
Part Number: D6RY-7A247-B
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1980-1986 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Switch - Neutral Sensing
Part Number: E2DZ-7A247-A
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- Other Name: Back-Up Switch, Neutral Safety Switch
- Manufacturer Note: TRANS:C5 *SW-1745, replaces E27P 7A247-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1980-1986 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Sensor - Man. Lever Position - Mlps
Part Number: F8RZ-7F293-AA
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- Manufacturer Note: BEFORE 05/09/00
- Replaced by: 3U2Z-14S411-DPAB
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2000 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E
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Mercury Cougar Switch - Neutral Sensing
Part Number: FOVY-7A247-A
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: 4 PRONG CONN.
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1980-1993 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.2L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C3, 3AT C4, 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT

Mercury Cougar Neutral Safety Switch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Switch - Neutral Sensing
FOVY-7A247-A
Q: How to check Neutral Safety Switch on Mercury Cougar?
A: Engine can be started in every gear. The engine should only run if the clutch pedal has been stepped on (for manual cars) or when the car is in either Park or Neutral (for automatic vehicles). Ensure that the steering column lock will allow the key to turn to "Lock" position only when the shift lever is in Park. The key must not be released unless it is turned to Lock.