gear shift lever very loose

2001 FORD EXPLORER
120,000 MILES
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HONKENMARK
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have 2001 ford explorer xlt - First would not shift into reverse now cant get into drive wondering if i can fix
Nov 30, 2011 at 4:04 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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So it feels like the shift linkage isnt attached to the transmission anymore?
Nov 30, 2011 at 4:06 PM
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HONKENMARK
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it seems to be in the lever but i could be wrong it got worse quickly
Nov 30, 2011 at 4:18 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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If it feels like your shift lever isnt moving the transmission linkage then the first thing i would do is get under the vechile with the parking brake on and wheels blocked.To see if the linkage is doing its job and the transmission and that it didnt come off the transmission
Dec 1, 2011 at 12:39 PM
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HONKENMARK
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thanks for the help i appreciate it
Dec 1, 2011 at 3:59 PM
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