Q&A

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The shift lock requires a signal from the brake light switch to the shift lock module, the module then operates a solenoid to allow the shift lever to be taken out of park. Try removing the small cover in the shifter area, use a screw driver to press down the emergency detent release, can you then easy move the shifter out of park while the detent is depressed? If so the shift linkage is OK and the problem is electrical, If not the problem is mechanical (not serious) the shift lever is binding up and needs to be cleaned and lubricated. Could someone have spilled soda or coffee in the shift lever area?