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Standard Ignition NS-248 Neutral Safety Switch
| Brand | Standard Ignition NS-248 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black, Silver,White |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Finish | Aluminum, Plastic |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| Terminal Type | Blade Terminals |
| Fits | Mazda, Chevrolet, Suzuki, Toyota, Kia, and Geo · 52 vehicles |
Bolt-mount design. Installs securely with a simple bolt-on attachment method.
12V operation. Built for standard electrical systems and dependable switching.
Blade terminals. Eight male terminals and one rectangular female connector simplify wiring.
Cross-references Standard Ignition NS-248, 0K01519444 and 2473157B10 for the same application. See all 9.
Neutral Safety Switch for Select Toyota, Suzuki, Mazda, and More
Standard Ignition NS-248 is a 12V neutral safety switch built for vehicles that need a reliable park/neutral start interlock signal. It uses a bolt-mount design with a rectangular female connector and 8 male blade terminals for a direct electrical connection.
Key Features
- Part number: NS-248
- 12V electrical rating
- Bolt-mount attachment method
- Rectangular 1-connector design with female connector gender
- 8 male blade terminals
- Black and silver finish with aluminum and plastic construction
- Length: 4.25 in. (107.95 mm)
- No mounting hardware included
- No gaskets included
Application Details
This neutral safety switch is used in vehicles such as the 1999-2005 Mazda Miata, 1998-2004 Chevrolet Tracker, 1999-2004 Suzuki Vitara, 2000-2004 Toyota Tacoma, 1999-2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 2002-2003 Suzuki XL-7, 1995-2000 Kia Sportage, 1996-1998 Suzuki Sidekick, 1996-1998 Suzuki X-90, 1996-1997 Geo Tracker, and 1994-1995 Toyota Previa. Standard Ignition NS-248 also cross-references JA4295 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Engine cranks only in Park or Neutral
- No-crank condition caused by a failed transmission range signal
- Intermittent starter engagement
- Incorrect park/neutral switch input to the starting circuit
- Transmission start-inhibit faults on supported applications
Installation Notes
Verify connector shape, terminal count, and bolt-mount style before installation. Confirm the transmission application and adjust the switch position according to service procedures so the park/neutral signal aligns correctly. This part is listed for 1999-2005 Mazda Miata, 1998-2004 Chevrolet Tracker, and other supported Toyota and Suzuki applications, including 2000-2004 Toyota Tacoma with Matsushita notes and 1994-1995 Toyota Previa with Matsushita notes.
Quality Assurance
Standard Ignition supplies this switch as an OE-style electrical replacement for listed applications. Part number NS-248 is built with metal and plastic materials and a 12V design for vehicle starting-system use.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Mazda | Miata | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2004 | Chevrolet | Tracker | — | — | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2004 | Mazda | Miata | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2004 | Suzuki | Vitara | — | — | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2004 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | — | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 2003 | Chevrolet | Tracker | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2003 | Mazda | Miata | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2003 | Suzuki | Grand Vitara | — | — | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2003 | Suzuki | Vitara | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 2003 | Suzuki | XL-7 | — | — | 2.7L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2003 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | Automatic | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 2003 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | Automatic | 2.7L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 2002 | Chevrolet | Tracker | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Mazda | Miata | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Suzuki | Grand Vitara | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Suzuki | Vitara | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Suzuki | XL-7 | — | — | 2.7L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2002 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | Automatic | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 2002 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | Automatic | 2.7L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 2001 | Chevrolet | Tracker | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Mazda | Miata | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Suzuki | Grand Vitara | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Suzuki | Vitara | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2001 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | Automatic | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 2001 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | Automatic | 2.7L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Tracker | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Mazda | Miata | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Suzuki | Grand Vitara | — | — | 2.5L | V6 | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Suzuki | Vitara | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 2000 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | Automatic | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 2000 | Toyota | Tacoma | RWD | Automatic | 2.7L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Tracker | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Mazda | Miata | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Suzuki | Grand Vitara | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1999 | Suzuki | Vitara | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Tracker | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Suzuki | Sidekick | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1998 | Suzuki | X-90 | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Geo | Tracker | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Suzuki | Sidekick | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1997 | Suzuki | X-90 | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Geo | Tracker | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Suzuki | Sidekick | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1996 | Suzuki | X-90 | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1995 | Kia | Sportage | — | Automatic | — | — | N/A | — |
| 1995 | Toyota | Previa | — | Automatic | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
| 1994 | Toyota | Previa | — | Automatic | 2.4L | L4 | N/A | Matsushita |
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