Transmission shift control for selecting forward, reverse, neutral and park, and method of operation of the same

摘要

A three transmission position shift control includes a forward position, a neutral position and a reverse position, and a switch or button operable for engaging a park brake or park lock when in the neutral position. The control can include a shift lever shiftable or between the forward, neutral and reverse positions. The park switch or button which can be a momentary switch on the lever or a hand grip of the lever is operable for controlling a solenoid that activates the park brake or park lock. Park is deactivated or released by shifting into forward or reverse.