Stuck in Park

1998 CHEVROLET CAMARO
149,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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EJS
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The automatic shift knob on the car broke and the vehicle is stuck in park. I can't find an aftermarket shift knob to work but want to know if there is a release that would allow me to shift the car into gear? Also is there a way to bypass the "shift lock" so I don't have to press the brake in order to shift the car into gear? Sorry but cash is tight and can't donate at this time.
Nov 6, 2010 at 12:32 PM
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HMAC300
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Most likely it is stuck in gear because the shift cable is worn out and needs replacement FYI
Nov 10, 2010 at 6:19 PM
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BOOPERIII
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Thanks for this post I had this problem and had to get a new shifter cable cost me $78.00 all set I love this site.
Jul 15, 2019 at 3:20 PM
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