Hello, If the shift lever will not shift into the drive position easily, it sounds like you may have troubles with the brake light switch or related circuit. The brake light switch sends a signal to the shift interlock which releases the otherwise locked shift lever from the PARK position.
This is merely one guess or suggestion but the one that is most prevalent. Check to see if the brake lights turn on every time the brake pedal is pressed. If not, this is a clear sign there is a problem in that circuit that is also causing your shift lever concern.
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