Starting lock-out problem

[filbaker]

Hi there - can any of the sages help me please?

I have a 1992 SVX which starts just fine when it's cold, but...when it has been on a run and I turn off the engine for a few minutes, I have to keep selecting "Park" and "Neutral", with the key turned, before the starter will kick in.

Sometimes I'm lucky and it works after a few seconds, other times it doesn't want to know until (and I'm guessing here) it has cooled sufficiently. This can be a tad embarrassing at a gas station, for example...

Does this sound familiar? I'm hoping that there is a simple adjustment which can be made(!) and I'll appreciate any advice on sorting it out!

Best wishes

Fil