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1999 Mercury Cougar shifter

Tiny
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Transmission problem
1999 Mercury Cougar 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

My friend has a 1999 cougar. The shift lever will not go to neutral or park. Happened suddenly.
Friday, October 23rd, 2009 AT 1:22 PM

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Tiny
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So is it stuck in gear? Mean shifter physicaly not move? Are you appling brake? If yes do brake lights work?
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Friday, October 23rd, 2009 AT 2:56 PM
Tiny
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When I apply the brake the brake lights come on but the shifter will not go into neutral, reverse, or park.
The shifter does however move through Drive, 1, and2. Thanks
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Saturday, October 24th, 2009 AT 7:09 PM
Tiny
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Think problem is with Transmission Range Sensor to confirm trans will need scanning. Will key come out of ignition?
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Monday, October 26th, 2009 AT 9:24 AM

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