If the gear selector in your Volvo S80 is stuck in park, try pressing the brake pedal firmly while attempting to shift. If that doesn't work, locate the manual release slot near the gear selector, which may require removing a cover. Insert a flathead screwdriver or similar tool into the slot to release the lock and allow you to shift out of park. If the issue persists, it may be a good idea to consult a mechanic.
That means the switch on the gearbox or lever is stuck for some reason.
The problem could be in the gear selector or the shifter linkage. Ensure the selector is not broken. Also, make sure that the neutral safety and the brake interlock switch are working simultaneously.
It's below the gear selector lock button on the automatic transmission cosole shift
Consult online forums for your car. If that doesn't help try and play about with the gear selector the see if it will budge.
So that you don't shift the gear selector by accident
Underneath the front cover in front of the transmission. It is part of the gear selector switch. It switches off of the shifter drum.
That would be the OVERDRIVE selector switch.
It sounds like a shift lock problem. First make sure your foot in on the brake, ignition on, then wiggle gear selector. If still stuck check linkage adjustment beneath center console on right side OS gear selector.
My 1987 RX7 GXL automatic is getting its' THIRD Neutral Safety Switch, also called the Inhibitor Switch. The switch allows the starter circuit to start the car if the gear selector is in P or N. If the selector is in any other gear the circuit will not open and the car will not start. Sometimes the switch can be "adjusted". Most of the time it is replaced for about $435 part and labor.
Push the button on your transmission gear selector lever that is below the thumb switch that you push to select a gear
Have you checked to make sure nothing is lodged in the gear console? This happened to me once and I realized one of my sons art project necklaces was stuck in there and once removed, everything was back to normal.
There typically are 2 micro switches witch need to be replaced. in the selector. if you have problems shifting into gear replace the brake light switch.