Gear shifter would not move from park

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Sat in driveway for 10 minutes trying to get the thing in reverse. Felt like it was locked and couldn't move it without breaking something. Went with a super-quick motion and got it to reverse...signs for concern? It's also not very smooth when changing gears. (Feel a new transmission might be coming)

emaloy in Oklahoma City OK

Mar 31, 2011

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Gear shifter would not move from park

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emaloy in Oklahoma City OK

Mar 31, 2011

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DaveJMon Mar 31, 2011

Check to see if you have brake lights. If your brake light switch isn't working all the time, then it won't release your shifter either.

patrick mannionon Mar 31, 2011

Unable to get out of Park could be as simple as a problem with the shift lock solenoid or lock system (external to the transmission), check the fluid level and condition. Bring it to a transmission specialist ask them to drive it after you have described your problems see what their impression is. Perhaps a transmission service and filter change would right matters.

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