My 2002 Dodge Dakota automatic cannot be shifted out or park with the ignition "ON" unless I apply the brakes. This is normal. However, when the ignition is off and the key removed I can shift out of park. Found this out the hard way when my granddaughter did this. Fortunately, no one was hurt.
What is the fix?

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