Auto tranny locked up

[xtrm281gt]

I got a friend with an automatic coupe. I haven't had a chance to look at the car yet myself but he claims that he can't shift it out of Park. Anyone got any ideas on what would cause a car to lock up like that?

 

[lopey4.6]

Press the brake to shift.

 

[MachAzure]

I had this happen to me because the shift arm under the car on the tranny was hitting up agianst the exhaust pipe. I had to rearrange some things under there and recalibrate the shifter because Drive was neutral and so on.

 

[tarch]

I had my car towed to the dealership for that... the problem was a parking brake connector, which broke off and caused the tranny/shifter to lock up.

It's a simple fix tho... either try to replace it yourself or take it to a dealership.

 

[01'TRUE BLUE GT]

Try turning your key to the first position (unlock) and then see if you can get it out of park. If that works all you have to do is put it neutral to start it.

 

[xtrm281gt]

all advice has been passed on and I think he's got an appointment at the dealer/mechanic to see whats going on. I'll post what it turned out to be when they figure it out. Thanks