The shear bolts are damaged.

Replace the shear bolts.

The housing assembly is damaged.

Replace the housing assembly. Refer to Steering Column Jacket - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The shift linkage is not adjusted properly.

Adjust the shift linkage adjustment. Refer to Shift Cable Adjustment or Shift Cable Adjustment in Automatic Transmission.

The automatic transmission shift lock control system is damaged.

Repair or replace as needed. Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Disassemble - Off Vehicle or Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The shaft assembly is damaged.

Replace the shaft assembly as needed. Refer to the appropriate procedure from the following list:

The ignition switch assembly is damaged.

Replace the ignition switch assembly. Refer to Ignition and Key Alarm Switch Assembly - Assemble - Off Vehicle .

The key is incorrect, bent, or twisted.

Replace the key. Refer to Key and Lock Cylinder Coding in General Information.

The park lock cable is not adjusted properly.

Adjust the park lock cable. Refer to Park Brake Cable Service/Adjustment in Brakes.

The shift lever is not in the P position.

Place the gear shift in the P position.