Car still moves even after putting the transmission in Park?

Tiny
ANDRIN ATEM
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  • 2011 KIA SPORTAGE
  • 2.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 17,689 MILES
Hi Ken.

Please may I have the mechanical diagram of the lock which is supposed to prevent the car from moving after putting it in Park?

I have attached an image below describing the fault. Please I need a diagram on how to fix this.
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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 AT 12:40 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Does the shifter cable move the shift control arm into park completely? If so the parking pawl has broken and the transmission will need to be taken apart and repaired.
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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 AT 8:42 AM

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