Had the same problem with my 97 yesterday, I also found a hex bolt on the floorboard. As it turns out there are multiple right angle bolts controlling the shifter movement and one had fallen out. My mechanic charged me $55 to reinstall the bolt and tighten the others. Good Luck!
This is how to repair: If you climb under the dash on the drivers side with a flash light, look right above the steering column and you will see a brass colored bracket attached to the shifter. If your bolt fell out you will recognize it. There are two. Replace the one that fell out, and slowly tighten the bolts back into place ensuring the surfaces are flush. I have a picture, wish I could post it. There is no good luck, just do it!
My brother's 2000 Ford Expedition EB does the same thing only when one of his tires is low in air. Due to the AWD. Instead of the 2wd.
forget to tell, the car as an automatic transmission
my 2001 ford windstar wont shift out of first gear.
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If a vehicle, manual or automatic, does not shift into a certain gear, there may be a problem with that gear. Gears get worn and need replacing in a vehicle's lifetime.
ur clutch is bad get a new one!!
If you are no longer able to shift, then it's possible the linkage is broken. If this is a periodic problem, you may need to adjust the linkage or shift cable so that everything is prooerly lined up
A 1990 Ford Ranger may not shift into gear if the clutch is out. A clutch can be purchased at any auto parts store.
could be the neutral safety switch.
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Are you saying that the gear shifter will not move from park to drive or that when you shift to drive the vehicle will not move? We need more info.
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