1995 Pontiac Grand Prix Gearshift Locked

PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
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MOALANIZ
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I have a 95 Grand Prix SE with 94,000 miles and sometimes the button on my gearshift gets locked and it wont let me out of park. I am pushing the break at the same time, but the button still locked. wat is the deal?
Mar 5, 2006 at 8:37 AM
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PEPPERMRJ
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Try posting in the GM section for more answers. The lockout feature on most cars is tied to the brake light switch. It could be sticking of failing.

Good luck and let us know. :)
Mar 5, 2006 at 10:02 AM
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Check the brake light switch, which controls the shift lockout and may be sticking or failing.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix SE says the gearshift button sometimes stays locked and will not release from park even with the brake pedal pressed. An expert explains that the shift lockout is typically tied to the brake light switch and suggests it may be sticking or failing, while also recommending the GM section for more answers.

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