1. Check the brake pedal. Make sure that the brake pedal is fully depressed. If the brake pedal is not fully depressed, the gear shift will not move out of park.
2. Check the shift lock override. Locate the shift lock override button. It is usually a small button near the gear shift lever. Press the shift lock override button and try to move the gear shift out of park.
3. Check the transmission fluid level. Make sure that the transmission fluid level is full. If the transmission fluid level is low, it can cause the gear shift to stick in park.
4. Check the shift cable. Inspect the shift cable for damage or wear. If the shift cable is damaged or worn, it can cause the gear shift to stick in park.
5. Replace the shift solenoid. If all else fails, you may need to replace the shift solenoid. The shift solenoid is a small electrical device that controls the gear shift.
Here are some additional tips that may help:
- Try jiggling the gear shift lever while pressing the brake pedal and the shift lock override button.
- Try starting the engine and then putting it back into park. This may release the gear shift.
- If you have a manual transmission, you may be able to shift out of park by rocking the car back and forth.
