Q: My transmission is stuck on reverse but my shifter is on park. Can't move shifter at all.
My shifter is on park but my dash says the actual transmission is on park. I can't move my shifter at all. Won't let me turn my engine, it's completely stuck
My car has 70000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hi, thanks for your question. I’d be happy to offer my insight. I suggest checking the transmission shift cable connection at the transmission to see if the cable came loose from a defective cable end bushing.
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