[QUOTE=heima;631949]So you have the beeping, this means the j-gate assembly is getting GND. Next question, is it getting 12 VDC? It will probably be different for your XJ, but the fuse on the s type for that 12 VDC is F15, a 5 amp fuse, in the primary junction fuse box. This fuse is also for the transmission control module and the generator.

Did a little digging and the nearest match is a fuse in the "Cabin Fuse Box", F33; Transmission Control, "J"-gate, generator.

Will check on that tomorrow, I was busy attempting to install 5 patio doors in my sun-room.

 

That worked, now have to check the fuse and locate the cause.

 

Fuse "F33" is ok.
Rotated the Park Bracket and got the shifter to move, works fine as long as it stays out of the "P" position.
Moved the VDP into the garage.
Went back to installing the Patio Doors.

 

How do I remove Item #1?
Want to check the "Lock Solenoid".

 

Need assistance on how to remove the J-gate assembly...

 

Can you verify that you are getting 12VDC at the J-gate?

 

I will be checking for voltage this afternoon or this weekend, my "Sun Room" has priority.

I am thinking of disabling the solenoid, read about that in a post while searching for help.

 

I might have located the problem; a burnt circuit on the J-Gate LED board?


There is a cable running from the J-Gate lock solenoid up under the dash, protected by a gray multi-ribbed rubber covering.
Anyone know what it is for?

 

Re-installed all the parts (-one) and went for a test drive----OK so far, no codes or warning lights.

 

So the solenoid is out now?

The grey cable could be one to prevent removing or turning the ignition key while NOT in Park.

That circuit board did look crispy. Was it a transistor/scr that fried?

 

Solenoid is still in, removed the "plastic lock bracket". I did not remove the board since the shifter still works minus the lights. The board/combo goes for $100 - $200 on eBay.

Apparently the solenoid pushes on the cable the same time that it unlocks the shifter. The cable appears to go near the ignition switch.

I was surprised at how easy everything came apart once I located the instructions.

 

This is the part I removed:

 

Things might be looking brighter, a Christmas present? Found a listing for a J-Gate Bezel and board for $75.

 

Nice! i hope you snagged it. Merry Christmas to you!

 

Got the new J-gate today and verified the board:

This is the old "burnt board...



And this is the replacement....


I am currently in no hurry to swap out the boards, will do this on a bad weather day..

 

I'm having a similar problem...my shift knob is located on "P" but the "R" for reverse is illuminated. It happened last night while I was switching to reverse to back into the garage after work. The car won't even start. All electrical seems fine. It's not the transmission because we were able to tow it into the garage just fine.

 

I just had the same problem as you on New Year's Eve. I was able I move the shift lever but it would only go to reverse even though the lever moved all the way to drive. They told me in that thread that it was probably the screw that attaches the cable to the transmission. I am traveling in business and haven't had a chance to get it looked at. All electrical stuff works fine, but car won't start.

 

Check the shift cable mounting bolts.

 

Check the shift cable mounting bolts. It will not crank if the signals indicate anything other than "Park" or "Neutral".

 

How would I go about checking the shift cable mounting bolts?