Earlier today I noticed my gear shift cover was a little out of place. I thought it was just the leather cover that had come undone... I drove home fine (no problems shifting from reverse to drive, etc.) but when I put my car in park and tried to turn it off... it wouldn't turn off. The engine was off but the lights on my console and dashboard stayed on and I couldn't get my key out of the ignition. Luckily, my brother was able to play with the cover a little and eventually my car turned off... but this keeps happening. Does anyone know how to fix this problem? Should I try to take the cover off and put it back on? Any information would be GREATLY appreciated.
The car is a Pontiac Sunfire.
2006-07-15 18:11:02 · 7 answers · asked by zzz 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
iwould say the most likely problem is the ignition,not the gear shift.when your bro played w/the cover he may have dislodged whatever was obstructing the inner mechanics of the ignition.there is a metal rod that runs from the ignition(inside the steering colum)down to a switch,which activates the electrical system and starter.when you turn your key,the rod moves down.when you turn your car off ,the rod should mave up,which shuts everything off.this is surely a job for a backyard mech.or repair shop.
2006-07-15 18:36:27 · answer #1 · answered by richard b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-10 10:15:39 · answer #2 · answered by mundell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The person who answered about the transmisson mounts has a good point to check out. It sounds like something has thrown your shifter cable out of adjustment, and this could wreak SERIOUS havoc on your transmission, as fluid could potentially be going through two sections of the valve body at the same time! If you question your abilities as a home mechanic at all, this is one to take in to the shop. Chances are it will be a very quick and simple adjustment, but it's nothing to let slide what-so-ever...
2006-07-15 18:27:43 · answer #3 · answered by Bush Whacker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem may not be your gear shifter. If the steering is turned sometimes it locks up the key release. Try turning the steering wheel a little as you are turning the engine off.
2006-07-15 18:17:57 · answer #4 · answered by Teacher 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The cover will need to be installed correctly, and any bolts, nuts, or screws beneath the cover that keeps the shifter in correct alignment will need to be secured. if this doesn't work, then there is ajustment on the transmission, best to be done at a shop. good luck.
2006-07-15 18:20:40 · answer #5 · answered by Kathy O 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check engine and transmission mounts as if the could put your shifter out of line causing malfunction in shutting engine down or could be shifter has problem wear and tear
2006-07-15 18:20:33 · answer #6 · answered by Warren Skaiaa 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you need to take it to the shop for a little check-up. If you try to do it yourself your car may become worse. Just go and get it fixed by a pro.
2006-07-15 18:15:20 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋