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Transmission won't shift out of Park

Tiny
DULEDAD
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  • 1998 MERCURY SABLE
Transmission problem 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 118, 00 miles

This is a weird problem. It's summer now and my 1998 Sable shifts out of Park with no problem. As soon as winter comes and temperatures drop my car has to warm up before it will shift out of park. Any suggestions? Thanks! When it's really cold it can take 10 to fifteen minutes.
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Monday, July 6th, 2009 AT 9:49 PM

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Tiny
BMRFIXIT
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There is a shift interlock system that does not allow you to take the transmission out of park it must be getting worn and the cold weather is affecting it. I would replace the shift lock actuator or at least try to lube it.

(Here are some diagrams Below)

Please let us know what happens.

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Sunday, July 12th, 2009 AT 7:45 AM
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CLARENCE POHL
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The actuator for depressing the brake pedal is in the steering column you will need to remove the cover first. I replaced the actuator and the problem is fixed, Thanks 2Carpros
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