getting in gear

1991 LINCOLN
140,320 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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THURMAN MOSLEY
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I have a 91 lincoln exe & I'm having a problem, when I put it in park it is hard to put it in gear
Jan 31, 2011 at 4:28 AM
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THURMAN MOSLEY
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When it goes in park it is hard to put it in reverse & drive. I have to leave it in nuetral
Jan 31, 2011 at 4:32 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check the linkage to the transmission. Also, if it seems to lock in park (so you can't move it) make sure the brake lights are working. The brake light switch sends power to the park lock solenoid to release if from park.
Feb 13, 2011 at 5:14 AM
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