Brake pedal/shifter release mechanism

[Bob Barker]

Without looking at it, I assume it's a simple ground/wire that sends some signal to the shifter button so I can shift out of park.

I'm having problems with this releasing at start up, sometime I have to hit the break pedal 3 or 4 times before I can push the shift button in. Any suggestions? I'm out to investigate right now, maybe some help from any one who's experienced this before.

[Bob Barker]

I found a few threads. It seems it's a magnet that may be dirty, or the wire that's kinked somewhere. I'll report back soon.

[MSHardeman]

Someone just went through this relatively recently, but it is a little solenoid switch that allows the shifter to move when the brake pedal is pressed. When the radio is off I can actually hear mine clicking when I hit the brake pedal. I'll do a search, but hopefully someone will chime in soon.

*edit* - nevermind, looks like you've got it under control.

[jhigareda]

Wierd but mines does not need the brake to shift into gear but will not shift if the key is removed from ignition. Hmmm

[SilverBullet75]

I made this video earlier this year to help those with this same issue.
Hope it helps you too...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHk2eTnW2lk

[Bob Barker]

Sweet video!