2002 tundra stiff shift column

The shifter column on my 2002 tundra moves but is very reluctant to shift. Any ideas what might be causing this?

 

https://www.tundras.com/threads/column-shifter-becoming-sloppy.148675/page-3#post-3826532

 

@Jack McCarthy led you directly to one a thread with one common cause, but FYI, there are two potential causes. Both (and many other common problems with these trucks) is documented in our community info thread over here: https://www.tundras.com/threads/so-you-wanna-buy-just-bought-a-1st-gen-tundra-eh.115928/

It's worth taking a few minutes to at least scan that page, download a copy of your service manual and electronic wiring diagrams, and see if any of the 'nuisance' items are currently causing you problems. Also, read the maintenance section and the "major killers of 1st gen Tundras" items (using aftermarket LBJ's, timing belt if it's V8, old radiators, rust, etc.)

For example, searching that thread's first page, turns up both common column/shift lever issues, with the link he share,d and other links that take you directly to the fix - that thread is our one-stop shop to find what you need based on keywords, without using the Search function:

• Sloppy shift lever OR truck doesn't shift into gear but the lever moves: Here's your thread but you may also want to see this commentary.
• Broken shift lever: This was stupidly common in the earlier trucks, to the point there surely must be a TSB on it. If your shift lever is super sloppy but it's not the problem above, your shift lever base plate may've snapped off. Info on this problem and part numbers to fix info are linked here. Some 2000-2001 owners here are on their 2nd repair at this point... seems like a design flaw!