car wont shift into first

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fowlladyZ
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Joined: Tue Jan 19, 2010 5:44 pm
Car: 1990 300zx

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ok so i have a 1990 na auto 300zx ( gayest 300 ever made but watev thatll change soon)and the auto will not drop down into first, the 1 on the shifter. i took the whole center console off and looked to see if anything was in the way but nothing was... anyone have any idea wat would cause this to happen?


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REDWINTERZ
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Car: 1994 Nissan 300ZX (Aztec Red with Black Leather)

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I've heard of this problem with manuals, but not autos. Can't help here... Sorry.

How is your transmission fluid?

SilverTwin(OH)
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Car: '91 300ZX Twin Turbo

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The linkage is located on the passenger side of the transmission, it is possible there is something interferring with the full travel. I would start there.


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