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Transmission won't go into park

Diagnosis and repair when your car will not select park.

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Where
At a workshop
Price
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Typical cost
Depends on your vehicle — compare quotes
Typical time
Usually one to three hours.

What is transmission won't go into park?

Diagnosis and repair when your car will not select park.

Causes include selector cables, interlocks or internal parking pawl faults.

Signs you need it

  • Lever will not move to P
  • Car rolls in park

How it works

  1. Check cable and interlock
  2. Repair cause
  3. Test

This service is carried out at a workshop.

How much does it cost?

The exact price depends on your vehicle and the job. On MYLES, each professional shows a fixed price, a starting price, a range, or sends a quote — so you can compare like for like before you book.

  • Cause
  • Parts

Tips

  • Use the handbrake firmly
  • Get it fixed quickly

Why it matters

Essential for safety.

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Test #028 Transmission WorksVerified

PonsonbyWorkshopMobile

TEST PROFILE — not a real business. Transmission Works in Auckland Central, at our workshop. Clear quotes, photos before and after every job.

Test #028 · Transmission won't go into park$376
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Test #038 Clutch & GearboxVerified

NapierWorkshop

TEST PROFILE — not a real business. Clutch & Gearbox in Napier, at our workshop. Clear quotes, photos before and after every job.

Test #038 · Transmission won't go into park$468
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Test #068 Transmission WorksVerified

ChristchurchWorkshop

TEST PROFILE — not a real business. Transmission Works in Christchurch, at our workshop. Clear quotes, photos before and after every job.

Test #068 · Transmission won't go into park$464
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Test #098 Clutch & GearboxVerified

Lower HuttWorkshopMobile

TEST PROFILE — not a real business. Clutch & Gearbox in Wellington, at our workshop. Clear quotes, photos before and after every job.

Test #098 · Transmission won't go into park$530
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