Description
Overview:
The F/R Change Lever (MPN 455053-8) is a genuine Makita component that controls the forward and reverse function on compatible Makita cordless impact drivers. It is a small, robust, moulded polymer lever designed for consistent, positive direction selection without play. Built to match the original specification, it restores smooth operation when the original lever becomes worn or damaged. This OEM part fits directly with no modification, keeping tool performance as intended by the manufacturer. Ideal for maintaining tools used daily on site or in the workshop, it suits professional and DIY users alike. Designed for Makita models including the DTD148 and DTD154, it helps ensure reliable switching between tightening and loosening tasks for screws, bolts, and fixings.
Key Features:
- Genuine Makita OEM spare (MPN 455053-8) for reliable fit and function
- Direct replacement lever for forward and reverse selection on compatible impact drivers
- Durable moulded polymer construction designed for daily use
- Precise engagement for smooth, repeatable direction changes
- Helps restore original operation when the existing lever is worn, cracked, or missing
- Quick, straightforward installation with basic hand tools
- Maintains manufacturer design and feel for consistent tool control
- Suitable for trade, maintenance teams, and home users keeping tools in service
Typical Applications:
Used to repair and maintain Makita impact drivers that show unreliable direction switching or a loose selector. Common in site work, workshop maintenance, and service centres where frequent forward/reverse changes are required. Ideal when driving or removing screws, coach bolts, anchors, and fixings, helping ensure dependable switching between tightening and loosening during production, assembly, fit-out, and general repair tasks.
Also known as:
Direction selector, reversing switch, rotation selector, forward/reverse selector, selector switch, reverse/forward lever, direction control lever, F/R selector.
Fits Models:
DTD148, DTD148RFJ, DTD148RMJ, DTD148Z, DTD152, DTD152RMJ, DTD152Z, DTD153RTJ, DTD153Z, DTD154, DTD154RTJ, DTD154Z, DTD155Z, DTD170Z
Alternate Part Numbers:
455053/8, 455053 8, 4550538
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 455053-8 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Makita |
| OEM No. | 455053-8 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Impact Driver |
| Fits Brands | Makita |
| Key Features | - Genuine Makita OEM spare part for impact drivers - Direct replacement lever for forward/reverse selection - Fits Makita models DTD148, DTD154, and others - Durable moulded polymer construction - Quick installation with basic hand tools |
| Fits Models | DTD152 | DTD148RFJ | DTD148RMJ | DTD148Z | DTD152RMJ | DTD152Z | DTD153RTJ | DTD153Z | DTD154RTJ | DTD154Z | DTD155Z | DTD170Z |
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