'05 Sienna Shift Gate not holding position

Tiny
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While recently driving, I down shifted from "D" to "4", but shifter jammed trying to go back in to "D". Once vehicle was stopped, I managed to force the shifter all the way up to "P", but something may have broken, as there is no lock of shifter in position. (If in "P", it will move freely from sided to side; same for "4" to "D", which will cause downshifting if not aware of shifter position.) Cable does not appear broken, and dashboard gear indication follows shifter position. What may have broken, and is it something I can replace myself?
Saturday, August 10th, 2013 AT 2:24 PM

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Tiny
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Since the gear position indicator is working correctly, it means the shift cable is good. The problem lies with the gear shift lever assy and you would need to check if it is anything repairable or requires replacement.
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Saturday, August 10th, 2013 AT 4:01 PM
Tiny
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How do I access the shift lever mechanism? Do I need to remove the center console covers from either side, or is it accessible from the front? Can you provide guidance on where the screws & clips are, so that I reduce the damage during removal?
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Sunday, August 11th, 2013 AT 8:06 PM
Tiny
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Yes, you would need to remove the console to gainn access.
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Monday, August 12th, 2013 AT 3:59 AM
Tiny
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I was able to gain access to the shifter assy. From inspection, it appears that nothing is missing, altho I cannot see the indicator slide cover. And the white spring arm on the right side of assy appears to work. Which part of this assy would be the culprit causing the shifter not to stay? (It also appears that the assy is made such that it cannot be opened easily. True?)
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Saturday, August 17th, 2013 AT 12:52 PM
Tiny
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It is not easy to see what is wrong without disassembling it and is not easy to disassemble without taking it out of its position.
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Saturday, August 17th, 2013 AT 8:16 PM

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