Car Stuck Not Shifting Out of Park - Automatic Shifter Stuck / Loose In Gear On Hill Shift Lock

[@emceeunderdogrising]

Much thanks. Saved my ass. Kids and wife in the car freaking out. I got to pretend I knew what I was doing.

[@TabithaBenjamin-x1i]

😂nice job

[@ChrisYoung-cp2yb]

😂😂

[@brownshuggerseales4361]

OMG thank you so much! Just return from Dr with my mom pulled In yard np. 2hours later moved car to parking lot In front of door np. Finally got ready to go 30min later my Edge would not go Into gear. No other Issues just would not go Into gear. Found this video that lil button worked. THANK YOU TY TY TY TY TY

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Glad it helped!!

[@Juliodiaz-s1f]

Mahalo Brother! I swapped out the tail lights to LED bulbs, lights were nice BUT my 04' Sienna was stuck in park afterwards. Went on Utube to source suggestions for a fix (found a variety if clips from cable, to brake switch, to fuses). Started w easy fuse fixes but didn't work, then bought and swapped out the brake switch but didn't work. Before moving to removing multiple panels to get to the cables, i found your YourTube vid where you called out 'what potential fuses' to assess. Turned out IGN fuse WAS burnt out. Put in a 10A, but it burnt out, put in a 20A, and everything worked. Nice!

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Sweet!

[@joesnuffy9036]

You da man. Broke down in the drive through line at a wing shop I go to. Wouldn't go back in drive so I cut it off and then it wouldn't start again. Ended up being the sensor under the brake pedal that you pointed out. A simple 35 dollar fix. Thanks for making videos like these!!!

[@tammypace7732]

Sat in Harris Teeter parking lot for 1 gour..3 men came by to help.. told me to press on brakes and wiggle steering wheel..nothing...KZbin you and Bammmm!! Got my car in reverse!!! And drove home.. Using a mini screwdriver.. Thanks.. saved me!! Even had the manager take my plate so they wouldn't tow because it would have been monday!! Saved me!!

[@luzperez3436]

Thanks!

[@jamesanderson4696]

This saved my and my wife on our three hour drive across the skyline in Virginia. We pulled off at an overlook to enjoy the view. Jumped back in the car and shifted into drive. the shifter moved, but the car stayed in park. managed to get a signal, watched this video, popped the hood and shifted the car into drive using that lever. we would've been stuck on the mountain waiting for a tow truck. watched another video suggesting the bushing for the shifter cable and the shifter may have broke. drove straight to an auto store, bought the bushing, fixed it in the parking lot and off we were.

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Wow what a story! KZbin can be a lifesaver ;)

[@danielduckworth8301]

That info was on point. Cuz my 1995 toyota corolla wouldn't go into gear. So I popped that flap and pushed that button with a small flat head and it worked perfect. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!

[@redlunamod6090]

That happened to me to my 1997 Toyota Corolla, can you help if you’re still alive

[@donnawillette2943]

Thanks for making such a great video. Being a female with no knowledge of mechanical content, this is a easy place to start.

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Glad it was helpful!

[@juancortez290]

Thank you sir you resolved my problem

[@Alpha_7227]

Top shelf video thanks, great explanation. I called Roadside assist, luckily the car was still in the garage. He checked the brakes. They worked. The cars reverse sensors worked. But the car could not get into gear or drive. He took off the cover which covers the gear stick and firmly pushed it into gear. I dare say it was the stupid child safety lock.

[@ritzhandles7]

been scouring youtube for answers and finally found me a video that helps. thank you sir

[@Slurpusmachina]

Great video - very thorough and user-friendly. Thanks, Josh.

[@steveverduzco45]

Thank u sir I really thought my transmission was gone but it's the last part of ur great video I parked on a hill and I put it in gear and it just flopped around so thanks to you it lookes like an actuator..thanks God bless..

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Glad it helped!

[@djudjuy]

Josh, you are the man! Very helpful. Ty.

[@ncooty]

Here's how I learned about that neutral-override button years ago. Pulled up to apartment security gate, foot on brake, car in drive, entered gate code, car died, gate opened. Couldn't shift out of drive, couldn't start car with transmission in drive, couldn't get out of way, cars honking behind me. On request, guy in a truck dragged my car through gate with a tow strap, tires screeching the whole way. Finally got my dad on the phone and learned about that button. Problem solved (minus the fact that it died). I was pissed that the button wasn't labelled. They never are.

[@ncooty]

You make great content. It's perfect for many car owners who want to take better care of their vehicles, understand cars a bit better, and be better-informed customers when dealing with mechanics. Even though I've worked on my own cars for many years, I still often hear new or useful things in your videos. Thanks, and I hope you keep it up.

[@billseay6399]

Hey thanks what about if notice that park and drive are not lining up could be a bad interlock solenoid

[@duduki5]

hello, what about flat surface - what combination is better to use before parkin - because sometimes I need to pull from P hardly to R position :(

[@FrankieFortunado-f3n]

I have a 2010 f150 that got stuck in park we used a key to move it into drive and get home on the console shifter. Got home changed the break switch, fuse, shift cable and still having the same issue… gears are all backwards on the console shifter but I believe my husband said the transmission is in proper gears.

[@Tidasthompson]

Thanks you just saved my life; car was stuck in R. shifter got loose from retractor. Put the E brake on, popped the hood and just put it back on and drove off

[@ogburich43]

Mine is stuck in Reverse right now!!

[@xavierrojas2243]

@Budget Mechnic Hawaii i had a question about the brake swich under the pedal does it give you a light if its not working properly?

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

You mean a check engine light on your dash? No.

[@xavierrojas2243]

@@BudgetMechanicHawaii I meant a brake light if it's not working properly

[@janepaddon2211]

Great advice. Thank you.

[@Geekchess]

Thank you. I was able to locate my break light switch from your video and was able to fix the no break light issue I had.🍻

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Good to hear this 🤙🏽

[@Frozn02]

Precise and straight to the point, thanks!

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

That’s what we’re going for. Thanks 🤙🏽

[@ahotdj07]

@5:08 that happened to my old Honda Accord. I had to use that method from time to time. Sometimes the car would shift fine from park into reverse or drive and other times not! So I had to use that method a lot. I kept a jumbo paper clip handy to push down on the shift lock and worked well. I forgot what ended up being the problem but it was fixed and never had to deal with that again!

[@bdemanttt]

Damn I wonder what was the issue I’m trying to avoid having to replace the whole shifter unit

[@GVGiri]

Hi - in my Pajero's case, the broken bits are stuck deep inside the cavity of the gear knob. Very tough to get it out. How to open the gear knob? Only then can i put the new sleeve on the white rod below and then lower the gear knob onto it.

[@bfullsyou]

Thanks for advising people to apply parking brake while foot is on the brake pedal before releasing it; especially, on a hill or with a loaded trailer. I wonder how you would unjam a vehicle from park if it were really bound with binding pressure.

[@Parahax420]

The best video and explanation on this subject. Thank you.

[@jeffw.1854]

Thanks Josh I hope something in what you said works.

[@gloriareaume8891]

Thank you for this video. Lots of information to know. I have a question. I have a 2017 Mazda 3. And the shift handle has a button in front that you push in while putting it in park etc. when I park that button has a hard time popping out. I have to shift it back and forth before it catches. Any suggestions what it is or what should I do? Thank you

[@AsekunAbideen]

Great work continue archiving more knowledge ❤❤❤

[@charitiegale9681]

That was awesome , great explaining and detailed. Thank you for the time to help out in these situations

[@musamusa2961]

Thank you

[@Kellethorn]

Important to note: many cars have a shift lock release to the top left of the shifter. If you stick a spare key (of any type) in it, it will release a stuck shift lock. My car got stuck after parking on a hill and this fixed it.

[@duaneraymond4252]

Any advice on power steering failing???

[@CHIBA280CRV]

Fantastic plastic thingy busted 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@nixPixxMeow]

Can you please make a video on how to install 5 function led strip? A third brake? To a car.

[@ksk101963]

Thanks for a great video but I'm trying to find a video to fix my daughters 1998 GMC Jimmy 4x4 that has a shifter on the floor instead of the column if you could point me in the right direction i would appreciate it thanks Kraig from Washington State Aloha and Mo halo

[@wonderwalls3565]

I had the same issue. I know about the release lock. My brake lights were working as well. But I forgot that I just did some work on my steering and did not plug the electronic cable which connects to the brake light switch. pushed it back again and gears working fine.

[@gandalfwhite60]

Got a boggler, 2007 Dodge avenger, stick moves sideways but wont come off park position. Tried the Dodge trick pressing the actuators (2 of them) no help, do I have to dismantle the stick assembly to see Whats going on with the solenoid?

[@mrs.queen1]

What if the brake is hard to push down while in park then what.

[@joonjonj3w]

Your brakes are on the verge of breaking. . .similar to my honda today 😂

[@mojeedajao1409]

The video helped slot.Thanks

[@Hirosong]

You saved my life bro. Who knew that rocking the car would help LOL. Cheers

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Hahah! Glad to help 🤙🏽

[@amccaffrey1443]

You are incredibly good at explaining things in a simple, straightforward manner! I am not mechanical at ALL but your video has helped me understand what’s going on! It’s been invaluable! And far superior to all the other videos I’ve seen! So thank you so much for posting! I will be returning to your channel for all future car questions I have! Thank you 🙏🏼😊

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Wow, thanks 🤙🏽

[@_dollar_sign]

@1:05 you're supposed to apply the emergency brake, put vehicle in neutral, release the brake pedal let car nudge forward a little then put car in park.

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Oooh even better.

[@dukerowlince890]

I am very grateful for this. Thank you so much❤🙏

[@Life_of_Doll-Crafter]

Hi! I have foot break, is it the same thing? My Hyundai Tucson limited does the same thing sometimes. I always wondered if it something with parking? When I start the car everything starts except the engine and transmission will not move. I have to wiggle it with force and then start it. Also I noticed when I parked on heel or just slightly elevated areas it rolls when I release the foot break and transmission makes clicking sound and I know I can start the car. I brought it to the Hyundai dealer where we got it, but they couldn’t figure it out which is very unprofessional bcz they charge for appointment and no help!

[@NancyFranks-k4y]

What about on the steer column on a automatic transmission on the steer column

[@MTSO342]

Thank you buddy ! It work !

[@Darkhorse0000]

very useful information

[@heatherluminous6514]

What if it's a solenoid issues? thanks

[@StarOasis26]

My Jeep suddenly stopped at an intersection and won't start. My engine indicator light is on and it will not get out of park. I tried to get into neutral so I can pull over on the side of the road.. I also tried the release the lock bypass that's under the middle console. I did get it into neutral but It did nothing. Still stuck in park. I ended up getting it towed but the rear wheels are locked as the tow driver said. I'm not sure what's going on 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee summit. Any ideas? thanks.

[@GenesisZagal-pn5ep]

So I'm having same problem I shift into drive but doesn't grab the gear so I step on gas thought I was gonna drive away but it just rev when I only step on the gas ? Can it be shifter cable or shaft

[@tedfoorjr5867]

How about a 2015 ford focus and it starts up but when you go to put it in drive reverse it won't go or do anything any ideas

[@ucallthatatweet]

I'm working on a Buick with this problem, but so far it only sticks when parked uphill. I can't figure out why downhill is still okay, unless maybe a wire get looser if it sits uphill.

[@deedeemoreno4411]

My gear shift is on the column, where is the bypass for a 2001 Buick century.

[@therenegade1735]

very informative Thanks for the video...

[@janka9978]

My bypass is gone and now I cant shift gears what do I do

[@punanifairy6442]

Where is ur shop?

[@MicroLiberman]

You got this one!

[@naominimarota2380]

Thank you mate big help save me money

[@NancyFranks-k4y]

What about a automatic transmission on a steer column on a 1994 Ford ranger truck

[@andrecodrington2476]

Beautiful video Thank you

[@Brolik81]

So I have a 2004 honda accord and when I start my car my brakes are squishy and I can't get it out park It might be the interlock solenoid and also the car has been sitting since the pandemic

[@okhotrodder]

Newer Dodge Rams have electronic shift knobs that have everything built into them. If they malfunction, you just have to replace them. Dealer cost is over $1200. Part cost $650. They are such a pain and the littlest thing cause them to lock into park. Makes it to where you cannot drive it no matter what you do. You can bypass the lock in order to tow but you can't put them in gear no matter what if the elect shift knob isn't working.

[@Tmaxar]

My Toyota Sequoia, 2013 model with 190K KM gets its gear stuck in P in the morning. When I press the brake pedal a couple of times, it does move and I can change the gear. I wonder what is causing this.

[@morganhaney8147]

Great video. Im an owner of a 01 bmw 330xi and am struggling with this problem. It started with my steering wheel one day would not come out of its locked position, also the key in the tumbler would not turn at all. (I did some bypass work and steering wheel is free now, however key still will not turn at all. Pulled up the center console shifter trim pieces and manually pull up on my shifter lock switch to engage it out of park. (Car now is driveable and shifts just fine) i am though still suffering from using the manual lock switch everytime i want my car out of park. ... Long story short, my question is: Is this problem due to my ignition tumbler not turning causing this shift lock problem, or is it a bad shifter solenoid? Any input would be great, thanks again, great video with great explanations!

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Really hard to say but the fact that your steering wheel also has problems would make me lean towards the Ignition

[@Fisher799]

Thank you my car has second issue which is brake i wished you could tell how to fix it.

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Your brake lights aren’t working?

[@Fisher799]

Thank you for your response. yes it does not work and i cant move the gear from P to D@@BudgetMechanicHawaii

[@darleenstrathy6394]

Dude you saved me thank you.... When you said to muscle it... Well, that's all I needed to do. I've never had this happen before. I don't know what's causing it. She's just old, huh.

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

💪🏼

[@scorporsupremacy7948]

You should always use your emergency brake,even on a flat surface.

[@DroManJo]

False.. you want to know why?

[@StevieLee2114]

@@theurgic6466 your emergency brake can freeze in cold weather

[@whoisbrucewayne17]

@@DroManJo where's the reply my boy lol

[@thebombperformancechannel9087]

No that causes your cable to stretch out of adjustment

[@josephrobi6806]

@@StevieLee2114not in the Philippines 🇵🇭 😅

[@pedroc5176]

So what happens if the emergency bottom doesn’t move the gear stick?

[@thokomasauli2310]

You make great content

[@danieldavidoff2586]

What if on auto transmission car shifts out of park but when gets down to driveit won't go into drive and stops there?

[@snoopycortez3042]

What if the brake light do work?

[@melissaking-banks4215]

I have 2004 Honda Accord I had my shifter vandalized and had to replace whole assembly from Autozone Now it sticks between park and reverse and I have to use 2 hands to push button in Also despite replacing auxillary cig lighter fuse I cant get to worl for my usb phone charger and headlights dimmety

[@erinwoods4217]

Would you happen to know where that bypass button is on a 1998 Cadillac Seville STS?

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Afraid not!

[@josephrobi6806]

Also if the steering wheel lock you will not be able to start the vehicle and your shifter will not move from park to drive. Only way is to turn the steering wheel at the same time you turn the key for starting the vehicle. When the motor is running or the key is turn to the ignition position you will be able to do it

[@Thomas-ts2gl]

If it's a Chrysler 300.. it's usually a small broken spring under the center shift console.

[@NancyFranks-wz7tc]

What about a SS teer column sshifter on a steer ckoumn

[@picantesworld7723]

Thank you great explanation and great tips Josh ty 🙂

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

My pleasure 🤙🏽

[@dennispugh3101]

Help my 2022 Volkswagen Taos battery died out of no where then stuck on electronic e brake and won’t charge for some reason

[@sondraboschert7144]

How about a 2013 Lincoln mkz not going into gear?

[@jsmileyakamssunshine4700]

Easy fix.....put emergency break on, put car in Neutral, Crank the car and turn emergency break off but thats if your car can cut on but not start nor crank and cant put your car in park and stuck on drive.

[@jsmileyakamssunshine4700]

THANK YOU SIR FOR THIS VIDEO. SO MUCH 🥰 TO YOU

[@Cfass1]

My button wouldn’t press-in and I parked in a flat parking lot. I rocked my car back-and-forth several times so I didn’t have to force it out of park like you suggested. If you’re strong enough, you can try this as it worked for me. I’m not sure of the underlying problem yet and it “fixed” itself for now so I would assume the braking system and shift cable are not the problem but for whatever reason the button on the shifter was not depressing. Could 24 years of coffee spilled on my shifter play a role.

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

24yrs of coffee can do so many wonderful things! (Just look at me)

[@osaretinniyiosaghae9881]

Why does the fuse keep blowing when the horn is pressed?

[@paulstevens6875]

Got a 2009 pt cruiser like other vehicals it does not have a override button

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Thanks Chrysler!!

[@InnerTruthLifestyleHawaii]

Need some help Josh, where's yer shop?

[@maryselgado2931]

What if you're driving and come to a stop and try to go from drive to park and my gear shifter is on the steering column? How do I bypass it then?

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Your car still may have an override for the interlock. Check under the column

[@preciosacontreras2781]

Great information

[@ElYehiELZekEl]

Thanks

[@NancyFranks-k4y]

What about a1994 ford ranger truck the passenger side is on a hill and the driver side is in a lower place in the driveway

[@melissaboudreaux804]

I need help..my husband changed the hvac door acuator on my gmc acadia 2008..and now it wont come out of park or keys wont come out

[@leonoragardipee7113]

Well the battery drain if it’s the brake switch

[@PeterJMery-1]

Thanks Brother great video

[@dfresh2989]

Good job with your videos!

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Mahalo!

[@estanford826]

THANK YOU!!

[@HelenaHarrell-ij5bk]

You are amazing ❤

[@BudgetMechanicHawaii]

Thanks 🤙🏽

[@jessicascott2685]

What if it’s just hard to move the gear shift.

[@LubasiMukelabai16-hq2vc]

Nice