Is this a common problem?
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Safety Car
Joined: Feb 1999
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From: Reno NV
Is this a common problem?
I have a very early 05 auto. About 50% of the time the button on the shifter stays locked after the car is started and the brake is depressed. I have to push hard on the shifter with my finger off the button for it to release, and sometimes that doesn't work and I have to bang the shifter. It is not consistent, and I know that when I take it to the dealer they probably won't be able to duplicate it, as always.
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2003
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From: Scottsdale AZ
I have a late `04 car and have noticed the same thing once in awhile - - frankly, I guess I figured it was just me - - and when I attempt it a second time, it's fine . . .
I'm not certain it's enough of an issue for me to have the dealer mess with it.
Please let me know what you end up doing . .
thanks-
I'm not certain it's enough of an issue for me to have the dealer mess with it.
Please let me know what you end up doing . .
thanks-
Team Owner
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From: McKinney TX
St. Jude Donor '21-'22-'23-'24
Ted, I'm on here every day and I don't think I've seen that problem reported before. 2 or 3 reported the start button falling into the dash, but one of those had just done some accessorizing of the dash.
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Fort Wayne Indiana
I have a very early 05 auto. About 50% of the time the button on the shifter stays locked after the car is started and the brake is depressed. I have to push hard on the shifter with my finger off the button for it to release, and sometimes that doesn't work and I have to bang the shifter. It is not consistent, and I know that when I take it to the dealer they probably won't be able to duplicate it, as always.
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Pro
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Antelope CA
Had an 06, 07 now and may not be what you're experencing. If I have have my hand on the shift **** and button before pressing the brake, it won't come out of park. Sometimes I have to make a second attempt at hitting the brake first. Sounds different than your problem though. Good luck 
Safety Car
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: Whidbey Island WA
I have a very early 05 auto. About 50% of the time the button on the shifter stays locked after the car is started and the brake is depressed. I have to push hard on the shifter with my finger off the button for it to release, and sometimes that doesn't work and I have to bang the shifter. It is not consistent, and I know that when I take it to the dealer they probably won't be able to duplicate it, as always.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2005
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From: OAKLEY CA
Normal?
I have an A4 that never sticks and works smooth as glass. Yours must need an adjustment and or lube, as it is not normal. You could try WD40 on the button, but I suspect it is further down the line. I would try a transmission shop if you are out of warranty or they don't fix it. Most tranny guys know how to adjust the linkage, as they remove and install trannys all day.
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Safety Car
Joined: Feb 1999
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From: Reno NV
I still have a warranty, the button is basically locked and when it unlocks you can hear the actuator click, then you can hit the button. I guess it is off to the dealer and see if I can get them to comprehend the problem.
Here is what is going to happen, I will be able to duplicate it to the service writer, he will go park the car, the mechanic will not be able to make it happen. Happens every time.
Actually mine was an built in 04 the first one in my area.
Here is what is going to happen, I will be able to duplicate it to the service writer, he will go park the car, the mechanic will not be able to make it happen. Happens every time.
Actually mine was an built in 04 the first one in my area.
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