Shift Lever Does Not Move
Continuously variable transmission models
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P
position.
Releasing the Lock
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1. Set the parking brake.
Models without keyless access system
Cover
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Models with keyless access system
2. Remove the built-in key from the keyless
remote.
Slot
All models
3. Move the armrest rearward.
4. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock
release slot as shown in the image, and
remove the cover.
5. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
6. While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into (N
.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
Release
Button
Shift Lock
Release Slot
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