Transmission will not shift out of park?

2000 JAGUAR S-TYPE
65,562 MILES • 4.0L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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VERONICA NELSON
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Cannot take it out of Park.
Aug 8, 2022 at 6:22 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Don't laugh, but do the brake lights work? I ask because the park lock solenoid is actuated by the brake light switch. Check that and let me know.

Also, I attached directions below that explain how to release the shift lock so you can shift. It is a bit of an inconvenience, but it will get you moving.

Let me know.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
Aug 8, 2022 at 11:55 PM
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