Check out what 413 suggested, cuz all the shifter adjustments won't help if the linkage adjustments are wrong.
If it was working correctly before, - and you never turned the knob, it's likely okay.
My understanding is you had taken the knob off to install the console.
I have not taken the knob off or did anything else to to linkage other than what I said above. But I cannot say if any one else did before I owned it. I drove it bunch back in early 2000s but I dont remember if it was locking or not.
What is the best way to adjust the linkage? How do I know what I need to adjust? Or is it by feeling and seeing?
Sorry for the noob questions. Im working on my 1970 Mopar mechanic skills. lol