Cant shift out of park

Asked by Kevin Jan 18, 2013 at 09:39 AM about the 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier Coupe FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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Jonathan answered 11 years ago

Try having someone push it a little bit. The transmission may be locked up in park.

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Bobby answered 8 years ago

I have do that its like the brakes are locking up it won't move.

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Trax_2907 answered 7 years ago

My wife's 2002 Cavalier has this now and then. Other day I went to start it, and shift column is stuck in Park, button on top won't depress, and when I turn ignition key, starter does nothing. Also seems like the brake system or transmission is locked up somehow. I turned key back and forth, then was able to get car started and shift again. A very weird problem that happens rarely, but is a real headache. Other than this, been a great car!

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Usaswimdad answered 5 years ago

I pushed the car forward and backwards a few times. Able to shift it now. WHEW!!!

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