2004 BMW 525 Gear shift

2004 BMW 525
33,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KGSIB
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The gear shift is becoming difficult to put in park on my 2004 BMW 525i. There is a funny clicking noise and then it is a bit iof a struggle to put in park. That happen a few days and now, the key will not come out unless you slam it into park. Any suggestions on what could be wrong?
Dec 11, 2008 at 8:56 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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The shift interlock cable is loose and needs to be tightened at the steering column or the ignition lock assembly is worn and requires replacement.
Dec 11, 2008 at 9:02 AM
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