Shift Lever Override — 5 Speed Transmission

If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Remove the rubber tray from the storage bin located to the right of the shift lever. The override access port is near the bottom of the bin to the right of the shift lever gate.

3. Turn the engine OFF.

4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.

5. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press and hold the override tab through the access port on the center console.

Shift Lever Override
Shift Lever Override

6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.

7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.

8. Reinstall the rubber tray in the storage bin.

    See also:

    Modes Of Operation
    Three selectable modes of operation are available in the Uconnect Touch™ System. Refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further information. ...

    Cooling System
    To reduce potential for engine and transmission overheating, take the following actions: − City Driving When stopped for short periods of time, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and incr ...

    Electronic Volume Control
    The electronic volume control turns continuously (360 degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the ON/VOLUME control knob to the right increases the volume and to the left decrease ...