Genuine BMW Neutral Safety Switch - 1997-2003 V8 - 24107512755

Genuine BMW # 24107512755

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Price:
$414.87

This part is listed by BMW as BMW part number 24107512755 (24-10-7-512-755) and is described as Genuine BMW Position Switch (also known as a Neutral Safety Switch) for the A5S440Z Automatic transmission. This transmission was used in the V8 automatic models in 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003. 

This neutral safety switch was used in the E38 7 Series 740i, 740iL (1997-2001), E39 540i and 540i Wagon (1997-2003), E53 X5 4.4i and X5 4.6is (2000-2003) and the Z8 Alpina Roadster (2003). The purpose of this part is to tell the computer and body electrics system if the transmission is in "P" park or "N" neutral to make sure it is safe to start the car. If the car started in gear, it would begin moving, causing a safety issue. 

This automatic transmission gear position indicator switch / safety switch was a cause of headaches for BMW. Enough so that they recalled it on some earlier models. Many later models, like those that came with this part number, also suffer issues with this switch but weren't covered by the BMW TSB's (technical safety bulletins) and voluntary warranty coverage. This means there are a lot of V8 model BMWs with switches destined to fail, or already intermittently failing. This switch can also be used to replace the previous / older switch version, BMW part # 24101423713 (24 10 1 423 713). 

A common error message when this switch fails is "Trans Fail Safe Prong", and will put your BMW into what's called limp mode, where the engine output and shifting is very basic and hard to drive - designed to get you home without pushing the mechanical limits of the car while its in distress. 

For full BMW fitment information or for assistance from one of our BMW experts, we recommend calling us at 877-639-9648.

BMW Fitments:
5 Series
E39 (97-03) > 540i
7 Series
E38 (95-01) > 740i
E38 (95-01) > 740iL
X5 Series
E53 X5 (00-06) > X5 4.4i M62 (99-03)
E53 X5 (00-06) > X5 4.6is M62
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