Shifter wont budge from "P"

[rbalach]

Started the car, pushed the brake pedal, pushed the main shifter button, but couldn't get it out of "P". I did not hear the solenoid clicking to release the shifter either. I had to use the shift lock release thingi (pain in the a$$ on 94 and up models) to shift out of park.

My brake lights work, so i guess its not an issue with the switch connected to the brake pedal.

Question is, where is the solenoid that releases the shifter ? I've read its under the center console, but anybody know where exactly it is and how i can get to it ?

Thanks
RB