dangie

I have a 2002 LS430 with under 70K miles. On occasion, I can't get the gear selector to shift out of park into any other gear. It sticks.....and the engine is running fine and steering wheel will rotate just fine. Can anyone help?? Thanks, folks!

john339

Are you on a hill when it happens?

Kansas

Sounds like the brake light switch at the top of the brake pedal lever is starting to fail - you've got the classic symptom.

jimbosr1

isnt there a park over ride tool for this problem?it goes in the slot that is next to the shift lever,check your owners manual.

john339

Is changing the brake light switch an easy repair?

Kansas

It is if you are a contortionist and don't mind laying on your back in the driver side footwell.

waijai

iTrader: (9)

I had my brake light switch replaced by the dealer b/c of this problem...very frustrating.

sajack

Can it be lubricated with silicone or something?

sajack

Stick a screwdriver in that little slot next to the shifter.
My brother drove around for years with a ballpoint pen sticking out of a hole next to his 1998 Subaru Outback's shifter.

r321jzgtr

glue some pennies to the back of the brake peddle where it contacts the switch they wear out and no longer depress the button.

Kansas

OMG! This is a simple and inexpensive repair.

dangie

John339- "no" the car can be level and it seems to happen whenever it wants to. At first, it was once a month. Then once a week. Now ever day! I think Jim - 2000 LS400 has the answer. I'm in my 70's and love to tinker, but don't think I can do the "contortionist" thing anymore! The pennies trick sounds interesting, but not sure I can get to it?? Looks like "off to the dealer" I go!! Love all my Lexus, but hate going there! Thanks for all the help, guys.

GS4_Fiend

iTrader: (22)

You got a bad shifter actuator