Transmission will not shift out of park?

Tiny
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  • 2007 CHEVROLET COBALT
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The transmission is stuck in park. I can turn it on and off, but it won't shift out of park. I checked my brake lights, and they work so I was wondering if y'all know what I can do to fix it?
Friday, August 23rd, 2024 AT 1:37 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

The shift lock actuator must have either failed or lost power. When you press the brake pedal with the key in the run position, do you notice a click at the shifter?

There is a shift lock solenoid at the shifter. (See pic below). Take notice if there is any sound coming from that area.

Let me know.

Joe

See pic below.
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Friday, August 23rd, 2024 AT 9:39 PM
Tiny
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I fixed it with a bit of fiddling. Thanks :)
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Friday, August 30th, 2024 AT 12:38 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

Thanks for the update. I'm glad you got it working again.

Take care and feel free to come back anytime in the future.

Happy Labor Day,

Joe
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Friday, August 30th, 2024 AT 8:14 PM

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