linkage problems

2 messages, Last post on Apr 18, 2007 at 12:46 PM

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#1 of 2 linkage problems by kkaye1 Apr 13, 2007 (3:42 pm)
I put my 2001 escape in reverse and it got stuck, so I turned off the ignition and now it won't start and it is still in reverse. Someone told me it could just be my linkage needs adjusting. The problem is I don't know where it is located or what it looks like. Can anyone help me? Replies to this message: escapenut (Apr 18, 2007 12:46 pm)
#2 of 2 Re: linkage problems [kkaye1] by escapenut Apr 18, 2007 (12:46 pm)
Replying to: kkaye1 (Apr 13, 2007 3:42 pm) Had the same problem with my '01 Escape XLT about 8-months ago. The transmission shifter cable (if this is the problem) broke causing me to get stuck in-reverse. The cable is located underneath the and sdjacent to the battery box. It's difficult (at least for me) and I had to get a mechanic friend to help-out. It took about 1+ hour to do and was a hassle. Expect to pay about $300.00 if you take it to a shop.