C30 Transmission shifter

TheOEL · Post by **TheOEL** » 17 Nov 2017, 17:02

I have recently experienced a problem with the Auto Transmission shifter being locked in one position.

Initially, I was going down a long steep grade so went sideways to "Manual" to shift down for engine braking, however, nothing happened, it stayed in "Drive" No problem, good brakes.

The next issue was when I parked. I couldn't shift out of "Drive" to "Park" until I manually released the lock via the lift up flap and key insert.

It seems as though I need to get the console off to see what is going on. Any thoughts on how to do this? Any assistance would be appreciated.

Post by **MadeInJapan** » 10 Dec 2017, 13:45

Can you list your model year, engine and transmission as well as if your car is RHD or LHD. I know nothing about cars in Australia.
I do have a copy of VIDA in a virtual machine- might be able to look some things up for you. My first thoughts are it's low on transmission fluid... or something like a solenoid is not engaging from the shifter.