why am I able to take the transmission out of park when the key is not even in the ignition

Asked by Jeffrey Mar 07, 2014 at 08:38 PM about the 1985 Ford F-250 STD Standard Cab 4WD LB HD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

would this affect the
transmission from not
going into drive after root
running through first and
second gear while the
shift lever is in drive

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yes , your linkage rod or cable is out of adjustment

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