96 Saab 900s auto convertible...How to unlock transmission from park!
 

Hi all, I,m really hoping someone can help with my problem otherwise my beloved Saab will have to be scrapped. The Ignition Switch broke so i,ve replaced that but when i tried refitting the Cylinder with Key in and pointing to the front, it goes in most of the way then stops with about 1/2 inch left to go before seating itself fully in. I think the Transmission is locked in Park( which i think automatically puts the ignition in locked mode. I read in the Haynes that there should be a Detent Lever to the left of the shift which if depressed should unlock the shift, well i've looked for this Lever and there isn't one so i'm at a loss with overcoming this problem hence this plea for help, here's hoping. Thanks for looking.