Shifting Out of PARK (P); Shift Lock Release- Page 100

2-36

Shifting Out of PARK (P)

Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shiftlock 
control system. You must fully apply your regular
brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the
ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic Transaxle
Operation” in the Index.

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on
the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P)
while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Then move
the shift lever out of PARK (P).

If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t
shift out of PARK (P), try this:

1. Turn the ignition key to OFF.

2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4.

3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).

4. Start the engine and shift to the drive gear you want.

5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can.

Shift Lock Release

Your vehicle is equipped with an electric park lock
system. The system is designed to prevent ignition key
removal unless the shift lever is in PARK (P) (with the
shift lever button fully released).

The system also prevents the shift lever from moving out
of PARK (P) when the ignition is in OFF or in LOCK.
The park lock system is always functional except in the
case of a dead or low voltage (less than 9 V) battery.

If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low
voltage, there are two override access slots that will
allow you to override the park lock system.

The first access slot is located underneath the steering
column below the lock cylinder. To use this slot, do 
the following:

1. Verify that the shift lever is in PARK (P) (with the

shift lever button released.)

2. Remove the override access slot cap, which will then

show the override mechanism release button.

3. Insert a key or tool into the access slot and then press

in and hold the override mechanism release button.

4. Turn the ignition key to OFF.

5. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

6. Put the override access slot cap back on.