🚨 2014 Chevrolet Aveo: Emergency Neutral
The 2014 Aveo uses a console-mounted automatic shifter with electronic shift lock.
🧰 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 parking brake is firmly set and wheels are chocked.
- Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining.
- Firmly press and hold the brake pedal.
- Locate the shift lock override slot near the shifter base - look for a small rectangular or square slot with a plastic cover, typically positioned on the left side or front-left of the shifter housing.
- Use a flathead screwdriver or similar tool to carefully pry off or slide the plastic cover.
- Insert a key, screwdriver, or pen into the override slot and press down firmly.
- While holding the override down, press the shifter button (if equipped) and move the shifter to Neutral.
- The vehicle can now be rolled or towed.
Shift-lock override location
Near the base of the console shifter, typically on the left side or front-left of the shifter housing - a small covered slot.
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery, the mechanical shift lock override will still function. You do NOT need electrical power to use the override slot. The vehicle can be rolled in Neutral once the override is engaged and the shifter is moved.