no resistance when shifting from drive to park?

2000 FORD EXPLORER
188,000 MILES • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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There is no resistance when shifting from drive to park and visa versa. The shifter is loose. Hard to put in Park. I need help please.
Aug 9, 2024 at 2:44 PM
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It sounds like the shift cable needs to be replaced and adjusted. Here is how the job is done and I included how to adjust the shift cable after installation. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.
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Aug 10, 2024 at 10:03 AM
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