Miata STUCK In Reverse FIX ||| 5 Minutes Or Less

In today's video we fix my 1990 Mazda Miata when it refuses to go in to gear properly.
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[@Lukasinla]

This worked on my 1996 Miata with the same problem! The mechanic had quoted me $2,200. So 5 minutes to fix it myself saved me a ton of money!

[@FujiShiina]

2200??? nigga what did he put on the list, a new miata?

[@xifo185]

@@FujiShiina 😭😭😭

[@johnphillips8042]

I just bought a 90 Miata, Drove it to my mechanic to get it serviced, after a day he said the car wont move. I Went there and tried this fix and worked like a charm! Thank you so much!

[@jefffischer3683]

Awesome tutorial. Helped me fix my 1990 Miata. Never happed in 34 years. Have owned the car since first bought. You saved me a pretty hefty mechanic bill.

[@Samcold44]

Okay this video really helped me I was doing some burnouts last night and this problem happened. I reversed all the way home 4:00 in the morning I started to work on it today did exactly what he said it didn't work and for me I put the car in first gear and I did what he said and then I heard that click thanks bro

[@dillonslate6291]

You are also the goat thank you

[@xsuzix9092]

Thank you, saved me from wasting an entire track day and a very long tow home!!

[@jaimeh4284]

my 1993 with 276,000 miles did this to me last night after work, had AAA tow me home for free and fixed it today myself for free THANKS for the video saved my butt some $$$ and THE Miata still rolls on Thanks again

[@NoviceGarage]

Today's video is a bit boring - but a little variety is always good.

[@residentialramen2938]

does this work if its stuck in fourth?

[@LincolnMillerCA]

Thanks for this! I have a 90. For me, I just wasn’t getting anything to click in there. I tried neutral, then 1st and then 2nd gear position. In 2nd I was able to feel as I pushed a “springy” piece toward the back of the car a number of times. . When it finally stayed put, it was fixed. I never heard any click or got the sense of something falling into place. Good luck folks!!

[@captaincommando9911]

Wow, this is a useful video. My 1990 Miata locked into reverse this morning as I pulled into a space in a parking garage to catch a train to work. I found this video while at worked (shhh, don't tell anyone). My wife brought my tools to me at the end of the day, and I had it fixed within 20 minutes. Is there a permanent fix? I understand there was a recall involving a new reverse switch, which I have ordered.

[@KiraNerys2023]

Most helpful video for this issue by far. I knew about the fix but just needed the visual to guide me. Thanks for making it nice and short and for the clear shot of where you are under the car. The tip about which way to insert the tool was really helpful as well.

[@formula1driver]

Thanks for the video, I did get the original issues fixed with this, but it seems I can't slot the shifter into reverse now. Any ideas what might be causing that in this process?

[@STREETRACEN4U]

Thankyou so much!!! i thought my car was done lol it took me a few trys becaus i was prying the wrong way but after about 30 minutes total i figured it out lol thank you so much. Also i have been subscribed to you already for years but if i wasnt i would lol

[@shannonDRAGRACEING]

Biggest problem with the easiest fix I have ever tried. On the road again and packing a 24 mm and 3 inch stubby screw driver. Just in case. Thanks again

[@wasa7]

Thanks for sharing. I spent hours scratching my head.

[@jessefoster6653]

Does this only happen with the 5 speeds? If so that'll just add 1 more reason for me to do the 6speed swap

[@borregito5585]

Happening multiple times, am I driving wrong or is there a permanent fix?

[@Jackleappp]

Happened to us today! Lifesaver! Going to give this a try after work tomorrow

[@NoviceGarage]

Use lube!! (Water and soap), wait, wrong video LOL

[@techthisout1968]

Good job! You deserve more subscribers!

[@NoviceGarage]

Thanks!

[@ManessKen]

This saved me this weekend, shifts normally now.

[@glenbo2464]

Man...those rear tires are racing slicks !

[@efx-mj8me]

Just change the switch. Well, I found out mine was bad when my reversing lights stopped working and since I always needed those, once I changed the switch things have been fine. I believe the switch will also help with that problem you have. I think that pushrod was a bit farther out in the new switch. Don't quote me on that but it's all good now.

[@Brikai911]

Wher can I find it? What is it called? No luck with Google or Autozone.

[@kosh.paints]

Hello! Worked on my 1991 NA Miata, thank u so much man!!

[@julianayala5650]

Broooo I was stuck in traffic , no ac and its a super hot day . Thankfully I made it home and im about to try this

[@rowanlowrey2764]

A stubby flathead from the dollar store has been my go to for this!!!

[@ninja_panda6994]

I did this and i worked for about 20 mins then it happened again leaving me stranded once again, do i need a new reverse switch or a new trans?

[@brapinator8500]

what do u do to prevent it from happening?

[@cl0ut_gxd554]

Hit a death bump and my trans did this, ima try this later let’s hope it works!

[@NoviceGarage]

report back!

[@cl0ut_gxd554]

@@NoviceGarage I got it fixed lol! Lots of pushing back with the Allen key but in the end got my transmission running how it’s supposed to!

[@jasoncharbonneau]

Thanks a lot dude, saved my ass. Glad it's such a quick fix

[@gtrsquadboii3912]

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH I HAVE THE SAME EXACT THING WITH MY 03ECLIPSE GTS U DEF DESERVE A SUB

[@ludojulio]

What size is the switch wrench 24mm? Could not remove mine with pliers

[@zacharylipke9488]

Thank you so much! You helped my buddy and me

[@Ghaully]

My 91 yata just did this’d couple weeks ago. I’m bout to do this :)

[@tanneray9026]

Thanks man. You saved me a lot of money.

[@NoviceGarage]

Awesome!

[@timothystrunk7323]

Do u have to put pressure then lever it? I been trying for 3 days now i cant get it any tips?

[@consolegamer2030]

Nah try something small like a really small Allen key and push the metal plate thingy in the whole towards the drivers side I just fixed me 20 mins ago it worked for me

[@nike-zc3jp]

i have been tryin to find some one with this same problem thx man

[@wikihapeta5906]

Choice you just helped me solve a issue thanks 😊

[@DX48H9WM]

Is this recurrent? It happened to me today after my brother (learning stick) stalled in 3rd

[@dadstoygarage1878]

ok going to try this. My car did the same thing had to have a friend come and tow me from autocross 3 hours form home. thought my trans was shot hopefully this works.

[@DX48H9WM]

Did this keep happening to you? Just had it happen to me for the first time

[@consolegamer2030]

Just did it worked for me your a god, I wanna know how tf you found out about it cuz that shit is so small and random

[@Piegaming1]

ilysm, my lord and savior

[@allhalorules55]

I bought a 90 as a little project and its doing this exact thing to a T. Will be trying this once I get home.

[@NoviceGarage]

Let us know if it works!

[@allhalorules55]

Worked like a charm! Thanks!

[@mattsterxx4040]

kyler johnson Hello hey this just happened to me yesterday could you tell me if the switch is towards the front of the transmission or towards the rear?

[@mattsterxx4040]

Worked awsome. I backed up onto ramps first and was like “where the heck is it”. But then I jacked it up on the side and voila! There it was. Unscrews it, flicked it, screwed it in, good to go! Ok my brother did it! But still in 15 minutes.

[@mattsterxxs7908]

This happened again last night. I coasted off a highway off ramp and new instantly I did it again, kind of like closing the keys in the door and that slow motion ohhhh noooo! But I was only 3/4 miles from home so I drove home backwards. A couple tips (yes, I did it by myself this time), I used a 12 inch open end wrench and this got between the exhaust and body of car. I used a stubby screwdriver and after flicking it you can no longer stick the stubby in as far. Also, place the jack closer to the wheel and you will have more room for your shoulder. Thank you NV, this video helped me alot!

[@haydentatman1422]

What is that sensor called?

[@hobartzardozerton3957]

Saved me 3000 my superb friend

[@skivixx]

My car is doing this but it’s stuck in 2nd gear??

[@gtrsquadboii3912]

Was there a little beam thing in the middle?

[@chrissyshort]

This is my exact issue!! Where did you find the new switch?

[@chrissyshort]

Abel Trejo Rico nope: I just keep pulling the old one off and flipping it and putting it back on.

[@earnestbunbury2103]

I would have started fixing the shifter linkage... noice.

[@Alexwaltman850]

Miatas don't have any shifter linkages

[@duhdonovan]

how did it hold up in the long run?

[@angelmx5734]

Hell yeah! it worked thanks

[@TheCowofWisdom]

What do I do if the switch is stuck? Like really stuck

[@nicodelacruz3094]

I had a shop just put swap in a new trans for me and they forgot to plug this in such a headache

[@sailesmedia9854]

What if it happens almost all the time ?

[@Vegasofficial1]

Do you just push it In the hole or what ?

[@Brikai911]

Where did you find the "sensor"? I have a 90 with same problem. Been sitting in driveway for 3 years until I saw your video!!!!

[@NoviceGarage]

Sensor is on driver side of the transmission. Close to the clutch. Glad I could help!

[@ZFA1738]

Where can I buy some Novice Merch? Nice upload, yeah not the most interesting but variety is always good! Road to 100k!

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[@Cooperdonny325]

Hey what's the background song?

[@combatseawolf]

The bolt of the switch in my cousin’s miata is too tight. Can’t remove it yet and we’re turning the wrench counter clockwise.

[@childsupportroach6616]

Thank god for this video almost would’ve had to buy a tranny

[@TheNaffGaming]

Dude thank you

[@dcgarage7177]

Shit helped me thanks Man U a life saver

[@Lucky_13_Exploring]

Bro u save my ass I was so pissed and t fixed it for how long idk

[@joystix11]

Does it just get stuck again if you go back into reverse?

[@NoviceGarage]

No, in my particular case I could only shift to 1st, 2nd and neutral. Couldn't actually put it in reverse (properly)

[@beachbro8559]

Thanks!!!

[@CharlesSaucier-g8h]

I have one of them little Miatas and every time I drive that piece of crap it jams in reverse

[@juniorcruz960]

Hopefully this will help me out thank u I'll give u more info if it worked out for me and my miata

[@NoviceGarage]

Heck yeah!

[@willstickle2574]

Here 2 years later just saved my ass did this on the side of the road

[@aaronbayer7233]

Imma sub anyways

[@aaronbayer7233]

Imma sub if this works lol

[@justacorgi9527]

Would of been nice to tell people it’s at 24 mil

[@tatianalynn8614]

Thank you! I was looking for this comment cause I can’t get mine off haha

[@nxt_sean1168]

Second