When was shift interlock required in all cars?
Then in 2010 all vehicles were required to install a shift interlock mechanism that used a shift lock release to prevent drivers from shifting out of park without first applying the brake. When the shift lock release fails, you can’t shift out of park. Car makers install a shift lock that latches when the shifter is placed in the park position.
How does the driver release the shift lock?
Car makers install a shift lock that latches when the shifter is placed in the park position. To unlock the shift lock, the driver applies the brake pedal. That activates the brake light switch which then applies power to the shift lock release solenoid, also called the shifter interlock solenoid.
Why is my shift lock stuck in Park?
If even one of the aforementioned malfunctions, it is possible that you might not be able to move the shifter out of the Park position. Moreover, if your car’s battery dies, the shifter will ultimately be stuck in the ‘P’ position.
What to do when your shifter is stuck?
Follow these 6 steps to release a stuck shifter 1 Set the emergency brake. 2 Insert key into the ignition and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” or “RUN” position. It is not necessary to start the engine. 3 Locate the shift lock override slot located on the shifter console near the shifter lever.
Then in 2010 all vehicles were required to install a shift interlock mechanism that used a shift lock release to prevent drivers from shifting out of park without first applying the brake. When the shift lock release fails, you can’t shift out of park. Car makers install a shift lock that latches when the shifter is placed in the park position.
Car makers install a shift lock that latches when the shifter is placed in the park position. To unlock the shift lock, the driver applies the brake pedal. That activates the brake light switch which then applies power to the shift lock release solenoid, also called the shifter interlock solenoid.
What to do if your shift interlock solenoid is not working?
All you have to do is jump your battery, which a mechanic can help you with. If the vehicle does not shift from park to drive after the battery has been jumped, then it is time to look at the shift interlock solenoid. The shift interlock solenoid is an important safety feature on your vehicle.
What to do when your shift lock is stuck?
It is not necessary to start the engine. 3) Locate the shift lock override slot located on the shifter console near the shifter lever. Normally, the slot is plugged with a small plastic cap. Remove the cap. 4) Insert a small screwdriver, nail file, key or similarly shaped object into the override slot, push down and hold.