1994 Ford Escort Can't shift into 2, 4 or R

1994 FORD ESCORT
180,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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CROWELL001
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Shift linkage is "stiff" shifting period. Even in neutral pushing left to right to left, the movement is not fluid as it should be.

Can't get into 2nd, 4th or Reverse. Issue started w/o warning. It was fine, then it wasn't. I had to limp it home in 1st.
Jan 9, 2010 at 10:43 AM
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DAVE H
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start by checking the linages for damage/wear .. also chek the shifter/gearstick gate !
Jan 10, 2010 at 4:47 AM
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