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Old 05-21-2009, 07:30 PM
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Occasionally on my '99 when the Shift lever gets bumped while in park, it won't start. When I turn the key to the "on" position and shift into neutral then it will start without a problem. Any ideas on what may be causing this? Thanks for any help
 
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Occasionally on my '99 when the Shift lever gets bumped while in park, it won't start. When I turn the key to the "on" position and shift into neutral then it will start without a problem. Any ideas on what may be causing this? Thanks for any help
Automatic transmission shift linkage adjustment is simplified by using a cable between the steering column and the transmission. The cable adjustment mechanism is readily accessible on the driver's side of the engine compartment between the brake lines and inner fender. The cluster range indicator is adjusted to correspond with the transmission by a simple thumbscrew.


If that is not it then you may need to replace PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH
 
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^ What he said ^
 
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I found the cable but it looks like there is a black plastic housing covering the what I need to adjust. I am assuming that it needs to open up or be taken off. If so is there any tricks I need to know in doing so?
 
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GEARSHIFT CABLE
Check adjustment by starting the engine in PARK
and NEUTRAL. Adjustment is CORRECT if the
engine starts only in these positions. Adjustment is
INCORRECT if the engine starts in one but not both
positions. If the engine starts in any position other
than PARK or NEUTRAL, or if the engine will not
start at all, the transmission range sensor may be
faulty.
Gearshift Adjustment Procedure
(1) Shift transmission into PARK.
(2) Release cable adjuster lock tab (underneath the
steering column) (Fig. 112) to unlock cable.
(3) Raise vehicle.
(4) Disengage the cable eyelet from the transmission
manual shift lever.
(5) Verify transmission shift lever is in PARK
detent by moving lever fully rearward. Last rearward
detent is PARK position.
(6) Verify positive engagement of transmission
park lock by attempting to rotate propeller shaft.
Shaft will not rotate when park lock is engaged.
(7) Snap the cable eyelet onto the transmission
manual shift lever.
(8) Lower vehicle.
(9) Lock shift cable by pressing cable adjuster lock
tab downward until it snaps into place.
(10) Check engine starting. Engine should start
only in PARK and NEUTRAL
 
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Thanks for the details I will give it a try.
 



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