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Standard Ignition NS-26 Neutral Safety Switch

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🚗Fitment: Ford, Bronco, E-150 Econoline, E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, E-250 Econoline, E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, E-350 Econoline, E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, F-150, F-250, F-350, E-100 Econoline, E-100 Econoline Club Wagon, and F-100
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Reliable Neutral Safety Switch for Ford Bronco and Econoline Models

The Standard Ignition NS-26 Neutral Safety Switch is designed to ensure safe engine starting by preventing the vehicle from starting in gear. This switch is compatible with a range of Ford vehicles including Bronco, F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, and various Econoline models.

  • Connector Gender: Female
  • Connector Quantity: 1
  • Terminal Gender: Male
  • Terminal Quantity: 4
  • Compatible with Ford Bronco, F-Series trucks, and Econoline vans
  • Part Number: NS-26

Technical Details and Compatibility

The NS-26 neutral safety switch from Standard Ignition features a female connector with one connection point and four male terminals. This configuration ensures proper electrical interfacing with the vehicle’s wiring harness. It is engineered to fit multiple Ford models, including the Bronco, F-100 through F-350 trucks, and the E-100, E-150, E-250, and E-350 Econoline vans and their Club Wagon variants. The switch plays a critical role in the vehicle’s starting system by allowing the engine to start only when the transmission is in neutral or park, enhancing safety and preventing accidental vehicle movement.

Common Applications and Problem Resolution

  • Prevents engine from starting in gear
  • Eliminates no-start conditions related to faulty neutral safety switches
  • Resolves intermittent starting issues in Ford Bronco and Econoline models
  • Addresses electrical connection problems due to worn or damaged terminals
  • Restores proper transmission safety interlock function

Installation Notes and Tips

  • Ensure vehicle is in park or neutral before installation
  • Disconnect the battery to avoid electrical shorts
  • Verify connector gender and terminal count match the vehicle’s wiring harness
  • Use appropriate tools to avoid damaging terminals during installation
  • Test switch operation before final assembly

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Standard Ignition parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM specifications. The NS-26 neutral safety switch undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure reliable performance and durability. This part is backed by Standard Ignition’s limited warranty, providing coverage against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.

BrandStandard Ignition
Part NumberNS-26
Connector GenderFemale
Terminal GenderMale

This part fits 42 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelTransmissionPositionNotes
1986FordBroncoAutomaticN/A
1986FordE-150 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1986FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1986FordE-250 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1986FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonN/A
1986FordE-350 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1986FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/Aw/ Overdrive
1986FordF-150AutomaticN/A
1986FordF-250AutomaticN/A
1986FordF-350N/A
1985FordBroncoAutomaticN/A
1985FordE-150 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1985FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1985FordE-250 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1985FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1985FordE-350 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1985FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1985FordF-150AutomaticN/A
1985FordF-250AutomaticN/A
1984FordBroncoAutomaticN/A
1984FordE-150 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1984FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1984FordE-250 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1984FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1984FordE-350 EconolineN/A
1984FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1984FordF-150AutomaticN/A
1984FordF-250AutomaticN/A
1984FordF-350AutomaticN/A
1983FordBroncoAutomaticN/A
1983FordE-100 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1983FordE-100 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1983FordE-150 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1983FordE-150 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1983FordE-250 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1983FordE-250 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1983FordE-350 EconolineAutomaticN/A
1983FordE-350 Econoline Club WagonAutomaticN/A
1983FordF-100AutomaticN/A
1983FordF-150AutomaticN/A
1983FordF-250AutomaticN/A
1983FordF-350AutomaticN/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

1S53115128853-31610880488923250E3UP7A247AAF414NS26NS6592S943SW1828

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.