How to Diagnose and Fix Shifter Issues

In this video I am going to show you how you can fix shifting problems on your car. Whether you can't get your shifter lever out of park, or your shifter indicator is not matching the position of your shift lever, I am going to show you how the system operates so you can diagnose all said issues.

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Due to factors beyond the control of Ratchets and Wrenches, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. Ratchets and Wrenches assumes no liability for any property or personal damage that may arise from doing a repair on your vehicle after watching any of my repair video's. Due to factors beyond the control of Ratchets and Wrenches, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Again Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Ratchets and Wrenches.

[autpsy]

Bro, people like you are the unsung heroes of society. Thanks a lot, man 👍

[konnersehn]

I don’t know if your still making videos but this video helped me out beyond belief thank you

[sarahuniverse]

I absolutely love that you explain how these components work!!! It helps immensely with troubleshooting and just having an overall comprehension of how it all works. Thank you for sharing and putting this online! 😊

[Maria_Moon_Angel]

Thank god I found your video, I was mini panicking when I cleaned my 1995 Toyota Camry transmission range sensor using another video, and after assembling everything, my stick shift wasn't shifting properly, it would indicate the wrong gear. i watched your video about checking the tightness of the nuts on the sensor, went to check mine, prayed that I just needed to tighten it more and boom! That was it.

Fixed the shifting in the stick shift perfectly and I'm super happy it was a simple fix

[HeAhaBro]

You have the best videos for someone wanting to learn - no waffling, precise, clear, logical, and informative which makes them easy to follow and to understand . My car, my wallet and I thank you!!

[michellempierce]

thank you! I've been having shifter cable issues. I needed this

[swittw]

Excellent video and explanation. The best I have seen on this topic. I found the wire harness was not fully clipped in and locked. You helped me resolve my daughters car issue. Thank you very much.

[robertfernandez]

Over the last few days I have found it impossible to move my automatic gear shift lever into Park. Before I go to the garage I wanted to identify the likely problem. Your video explains in simple terms what has gone wrong and what needs doing. Thank you.

[vikaghostwave]

Ford mustang just had a trans rebuild everything clicks in to place except when I go from drive to reverse its a little off. I can feel it but it will pass the R a bit then I have to pull it down to make sure its clicked in . This only happens when I do from drive to reverse not park to reverse or any of the others what could it Be ? Is it the shifter ? Please answer if possible thanks :)

[barbmiracle]

Subscribed. Nice video work, clear explanations. Brought this up hoping it was for a manual but watched all the way through anyway as the pacing and info were on point. Now I'm curious about a car for sale that will only drive in reverse... Wonder if these things might be why

[SOLIZerFAITHFUL]

Interesting yet pretty simple. A step missed was that you had the car in NEUTRAL but still went forward, the stepped missed was after fixing the loose nut you should have also checked to make sure the vehicle didn't move forward as before in NEUTRAL.

I still enjoyed this & I hope that you keep supplying us with great info.

[eviemint]

Wow so detailed. Best auto repair video I've seen!

[garyslaby]

Great video, very clear and I also like the use of the white board.

[jjredbud]

Would I be looking for a complete disconnection of the shift cable if I’m stuck in neutral? Thanks your video are great. 👍

[SuperMIKevin]

I really enjoyed this video 😊
Who knew something being loose could cause so many problems?

[valeriebaca]

Thank you for the help. Very thorough. Liked the diagrams!

[ProcrafterPvP]

My transmission leaked hella fluid from a return like that slipped out while driving down the highway and locked up got it replaced and had that problem checked out the return line like you said and that was the problem the whole time thanks!!

[jayberavance]

I'm happy to watch your video everytime, it helps me a lot & learn about basic troubleshooting, keep it Boss.

[peterswanepoel]

Again an excellent video Good info You Speak loud and clear and to the point YOUR the greatest Thanks a ton

[WillieCleo]

Awesome information! Thank you. I couldn't get my lever to move, followed your advise and it worked. People were telling me to trash my car, can you imagine? Now I have to figure out how to get my motor oil to circulate throughout since the wrong oil was put in it twice and finally the proper oil was put in it. It shrubs and has trouble pulling. Any suggestions???