Standard Ignition S-1516 Neutral Safety Switch Connector

Neutral Safety Switch Connector for GM Applications

Standard Ignition S-1516 is a neutral safety switch connector built for electrical repair work on a wide range of GM vehicles. It uses high-grade materials to support solid conductivity and consistent terminal contact, making it a practical replacement when the original connector is damaged, heat-affected, or no longer locking securely.

Compatible With 2002-2012 Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Hummer H3, Pontiac G6, and Saturn Vue applications, this connector supports direct repair of the transmission range and neutral safety switch circuit. The Standard Ignition S-1516 is also cross-referenced to Timken 1940 for the same application.

Key Features

• Male connector design with 7 female blade terminals
• 7-wire configuration for neutral safety switch circuit repair
• Includes butt splices for wire-to-wire connection work
• Built with materials selected for reliable conductivity and terminal fit
• OE-style electrical repair part for select GM body and drivetrain harnesses

Detailed Product Overview

This Standard Ignition S-1516 neutral safety switch connector is engineered for technicians replacing a failed connector rather than the entire harness. It is used on select Chevrolet, GMC, Hummer, Pontiac, Saturn, Buick, Cadillac, Saab, and Oldsmobile vehicles across model years 2002 through 2012, including applications such as 2006-2010 Pontiac G6, 2004-2009 GMC Canyon, and 2004-2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. The connector supports a secure electrical interface where the original plug has worn terminals, broken locking tabs, or corrosion-related damage.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring a no-start condition caused by a faulty neutral safety switch connector
• Repairing intermittent crank or park/neutral circuit connection loss
• Replacing melted, brittle, or corroded connector housings
• Fixing damaged blade terminals or loose terminal retention
• Addressing transmission range switch wiring issues on GM trucks and cars

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and wire layout against the original part before installation. Match each wire carefully during splicing, and inspect the mating switch or harness side for heat damage, corrosion, or bent terminals that could affect the new connection. For best results, confirm vehicle-specific fitment on the exact year, make, and model before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition focuses on pigtails and sockets for electrical repair, using materials selected to maintain dependable conductivity and consistent connections. The S-1516 is built as a service replacement for original connectors that fail from age, vibration, or heat exposure.