06 X-Runner 4.0 RWD - RA60 transmission stuck in reverse

Hello, I have a problem where I went to reverse and then try to shift into first. It somehow got stuck in reverse gear but shifter is in the neutral position. I can’t shift into anything currently and it’s stuck in reverse.

SOLVED solution below

 

The lever has a rubber epoxy inside to reduce vibration. It’s common for the rubber to deteriorate causing some slop. Has the lever felt sloppy and vague lately?

 

@gearcruncher any ideas?

 

there is an aftermarket short shifter adapter that has been known to snap off.
i will find a link

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/failure-of-stick-shift-after-urd-shift-kit-install.139669/

did you buy the truck used?

 

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Hey guys found the solution, take off the reverse switch grab a mirror if the reverse indicator is directly in the middle of the hole grab a flathead screw driver, put it on the left side of the lever and pry forward to get it off center and back into neutral position. Then you should hear a click when in neutral and put reverse switch back on. Then check the shifter if it goes in all the gears and my did.

once I did that, I was able to go thru all 6 gears with no issues and reverse. I have a short shifter as well. I have rebuilt the shifter 2 years ago and bushing looks great still.

 

Also thank you for everyone trying to help! Appreciate your guys time