Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

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Old Feb 26, 2010 | 08:29 PM
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Hey everyone,

So I just picked up a 94 850 and I cant shift gears without pushing in the shift lock button. Any idea how to fix this. I have parts car so Ill take it outta there.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2010 | 08:59 PM
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Try swapping over the shiftlock microswitch and solenoid.
 
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Old Feb 26, 2010 | 10:17 PM
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thanks
where are those located?
thanks
 
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Old Feb 26, 2010 | 10:27 PM
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Under the center console on the shifter assembly.(passenger side)
 
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Old Apr 2, 2011 | 04:07 PM
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Does anyone know if the microswitch on the turbo's and N/A's are the same? FCP's refers to a turbo and manual transmission for the one they sell. My auto transmission won't switch out of park without hitting the shift lock. Cheers
 
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Old Apr 2, 2011 | 04:59 PM
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I would say they are the same.
 
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