reversing lights always on

[Byork]

Hi all i could  do with a little help on this one please . ive got A4 avant S line 2007 .

my reversing lights are always on along with the parking sensers  ive had to remove the reversing light bulbs in case of getting pulled over . this first started after the bad weather last thursday when i had to drive 350 miles in constant rain also there is a issue with the wipers when i use the front wipers the rear goes at the same time  could this be a wiper stalk issue or could it all be connected ? i thinking a water issue some where ? but just dont know were to start on this so some help would be great . also when i removed the reversing bulbs  the light clusters were all dry.  

[Steve Q]

I believe the reverse lights issue is down to the reverse light switch located on the gearbox. When it fails it can cause the lights to come on. 

Wipers could be a stalk issue. 

[Byork]

is replacing the switch straight forward?

[Byork]

does anyone know what this switch looks like ? some photos would be great ,thanks

[Steve Q]

Think it depends on the gearbox. My advice would be to let a garage change it as you need full access from underneath. 

[Byork]

ok thanks for your help 

[Steve Q]

You're welcome 👍