1. Check the brake pedal: Make sure the brake pedal is fully depressed. If the brake pedal is not depressed all the way, the shift lever may not be able to move out of park.
2. Try moving the steering wheel: Sometimes, the shift lever may be stuck because the steering wheel is turned too far in one direction. Try turning the steering wheel slightly in both directions to see if this releases the shift lever.
3. Check the shift lock release: Some vehicles have a shift lock release button or lever. This button or lever is usually located near the shift lever. Press or pull the shift lock release and then try to shift the lever out of park.
4. Check the transmission fluid: Low transmission fluid can cause the shift lever to become stuck in park. Check the transmission fluid level and add fluid if necessary.
5. Disconnect the battery: Disconnecting the battery can reset the transmission computer and allow the shift lever to move out of park. Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait for a few minutes before reconnecting it.
6. Get professional help: If you are unable to shift the lever out of park, you should take your car to a mechanic. The mechanic will be able to diagnose the problem and repair it.
Here are some additional tips that may be helpful:
* If your car is in park and you are trying to shift it into reverse, you may need to press and hold the brake pedal while you shift the lever.
* If your car is in park and you are trying to shift it into first gear, you may need to depress the clutch pedal while you shift the lever.
* If you are still unable to shift the lever out of park after trying these tips, you should take your car to a mechanic.
