🚨 1990-1993 Acura Integra: Emergency Neutral
The 1990-1993 Acura Integra did not come with a CVT; this generation used 4-speed or 5-speed automatic transmissions with traditional console shifters.
🧰 Drafted with AI under the editorial review of Chris Hackleman & Jeff Moore — details like the exact override location may vary by trim; verify visually before prying anything.
⚠️ Chock the wheels first — neutral means the car can roll. Set the parking brake while you work, never stand downhill of the vehicle, and try a 12-volt jump before any override: power fixes most stuck-in-park problems instantly.
The procedure
- Note: The DA-chassis Integra (1990-1993) was not equipped with CVT transmission—it used conventional automatic or manual transmissions.
- For automatic models, ensure the vehicle is on level ground and set the parking brake.
- Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON if possible.
- Locate the shift lock override near the shifter base on the driver's side, typically covered by a small cap or access panel.
- Remove the cover and insert a flat tool into the override slot.
- Press down on the override while attempting to move the shifter from Park to Neutral.
- If successful, verify Neutral engagement before releasing the parking brake.
Shift-lock override location
Near the base of the shifter console on the driver's side, typically accessed via a small removable cap
With zero electrical power
The shift lock system on these models is primarily mechanical. With no electrical power, the manual override should still function—access the override slot and apply pressure while shifting. The ignition position may not matter if you're using the mechanical release correctly.