Shifting Problems

[Mari1951]

I have a 2002 expedition and I am having trouble with tranny I think. I can not start it in park and have to set my emergency break so it won't roll. Today a new problem started, I have to play with shift lever and put it 1/2 way between drive and 2 to make it drive. Some one told me it might be the nuetral safty switch. Has anyone else had this problem? Please give me advice. It is an automatic shift on col. Thanks in advance!

 

[khpony]

Is your shifter sloppy? If so then the problem might be up under the dash and easy to fix. If the shifter is firm like it should be then I'd suspect the neutral safety switch.

 

[Mari1951]

Thank you, could you tell me where the neutral safety switch is located, my book that came with the car doesn't say anything about it. Also what is it that might need adjusting under the dash? My husband is 69 and not much help but my neighbor might help me.