Nissan Repair: 02 Altima Moon Roof stuck open, wont go into rev or park, cant remove key!, moon roof, radio works

Question
Hi! I don't know what to do!  I just went out and parked my car normally only to find that I couldn't shut the moon roof, go in reverse or get the key out of the ignition. I had to push the car out of the parking spot in N and start it up. Thank GOD it started.  I pulled it into my garage because I couldn't leave it outside with the roof open or the keys in it. The whole thing is stuck!! Any ideas?  radio works, lights.. just the moon roof and gears... HELP!!  Thanks! Annette

Answer
Annette,

The shifter is sticking and not allowing the key to come out.  There is a shift interlock in the shifter and this needs to be disassembled and cleaned and lubricated.  If this does not work the solenoid will need to be replaced.  There is a shift interlock tab that you can remove and insert a screwdriver to get the car back into park.