Push down on the key while you
pressthereleasebuttononthe
shift lever and move the shift lever
out of Park to Neutral.
Do this if pushing on the brake pedal
and pressing the release button do
not shift the transmission out of
Park:
Set the parking brake.
Make sure the ignition switch is in
the LOCK (0) position.
Put a cloth on the edge of the shift
lock release slot cover. Using a
small flat-tipped screwdriver or
metal fingernail file, carefully pry
on the edge of the cover to remove
it.
Insert the key in the shift lock
release slot.
Remove the key from the shift
lock release slot, then install the
cover. Press the brake pedal, and
restart the engine.
If you need to use the shift lock
release, it means your vehicle is
developing a problem. Have it
checked by your dealer.
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Shift Lock Release
Automatic Transmission (U.S. models only)
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RELEASE BUTTON
SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT
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