If for example the battery died and your car isn’t starting, and you need to move the gear shifter but it won’t budge, there is still a way to move it. This guide and video reviews how to move the transmission shifter in a few simple steps if your car is stuck in park.
How to Move a Gear Shifter when Your Car Is Stuck in Park
How to Move a Shifter Stuck in Park
- Remove the Trim Door
Remove the trim door from the trim near the transmission shifter
- Hold the Brake Pedal and the Press Switch with a Screwdriver
Press the brake pedal and then press the switch or button near the shifter with a screwdriver
- Move the Shifter
Move the shifter to the gear you want to shift to
- Reverse these Steps to Put the Car in Park
To move the shifter back to Park, press the brake pedal and then press the switch with a screwdriver. Move the shifter back to the Park position. Then reinstall the trim cover.
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