🚨 2025 Aston Martin Vanquish Vision: Emergency Neutral
The 2025 Vanquish Vision is a concept or limited-production variant with center console-mounted electronic shifter.
🧰 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 level ground and apply the parking brake if possible
- Insert the key fob into the vehicle and press the start button to activate accessory mode
- If the battery is dead, connect a jump starter or donor vehicle to provide temporary 12V power
- Once power is available, press and hold the brake pedal firmly
- Move the shift lever to Neutral position
- If the shift lever will not move due to shift interlock failure, look for a shift lock override access point near the shifter base
- Remove any small cover using a flathead screwdriver or mechanical key
- Insert the tool into the override slot and actuate the release while moving the shifter to Neutral
Shift-lock override location
Likely near the base of the center console shifter under a small cover, but exact location is unverified for this variant
With zero electrical power
With zero electrical power, the electronic shifter cannot be released. You must provide at least temporary 12V power via jump pack or donor vehicle. If this is not possible, the vehicle must be flatbed transported with driven wheels lifted or on dollies.