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Old Sep 26, 2004 | 01:13 AM
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I have an automatic and the button on the shifter seems to stick when I try to move it out of park. It doesn't seem to want to catch so it won't let it release. Has anyone had this? Any suggestions?
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Old Sep 26, 2004 | 01:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Scusi
I have an automatic and the button on the shifter seems to stick when I try to move it out of park. It doesn't seem to want to catch so it won't let it release. Has anyone had this? Any suggestions?

Try a little silicone lube on the sides of the button.
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Old Sep 26, 2004 | 01:21 AM
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Boy, that was quick! Thanks for the suggestion. I'll try anything. I just about broke my thumb today trying to get it out of park.
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Old Sep 26, 2004 | 09:14 AM
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Excuse me if this too simple but are you putting your foot on the brake before to release it?
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Old Sep 26, 2004 | 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by drcoffee
Excuse me if this too simple but are you putting your foot on the brake before to release it?
Good question
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Old Sep 26, 2004 | 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by drcoffee
Excuse me if this too simple but are you putting your foot on the brake before to release it?
Yes, I press the brake and the button won't go in. When it finally does it clicks. It's really hard to push the button in. It wasn't always like this it just started lately. Once the button goes in there's no problem with the shifting (like reverse etc.).
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Old Sep 26, 2004 | 01:43 PM
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Yes, I press the brake and the button won't go in. When it finally does it clicks. It's really hard to push the button in. It wasn't always like this it just started lately. Once the button goes in there's no problem with the shifting (like reverse etc.).
Also make sure the shifter is as far forward (in Park) as it can go,
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Old Sep 26, 2004 | 01:52 PM
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Also make sure the shifter is as far forward (in Park) as it can go,
Thanks, yes I've done that.
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Thanks, yes I've done that.
My last question ... Did you post in the Tech Section?
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Ask Patches for the repair process from the SM. I'm not sure if the trigger is electronic or mechanical. It must not be releasing with the brake pedal.
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My last question ... Did you post in the Tech Section?
No, I'll do that. Thanks.
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