🚨 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio: Emergency Neutral
The 2019 Stelvio Quadrifoglio uses a center console-mounted electronic shifter with a traditional PRND gate pattern and shift-lock interlock.
🧰 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
- Ensure the vehicle is on a flat surface and set the parking brake if possible
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Locate the shift-lock override access - there is a small rectangular cover/cap on the left side of the shifter base near the P position
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or trim tool to carefully pry off the override cover
- With the brake pedal pressed (if you have someone to assist) or without if alone, insert the screwdriver into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override down, press the shifter button and move the shifter to Neutral
- If you need to move the vehicle without power, keep holding the override release while shifting
- Replace the override cover after the vehicle is positioned
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular cover on the left side of the shifter base, near the P position gate
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery, the shift-lock override still functions mechanically. You will need to manually press and hold the override release while moving the shifter. The steering wheel will be locked, making the vehicle difficult to steer - flatbed towing is strongly recommended. If you must roll the vehicle short distances, you'll need significant force to turn the locked steering wheel.