🚨 2024 Chrysler 300: Emergency Neutral
The 2024 Chrysler 300 uses a traditional center console-mounted shifter with electronic shift lock.
🧰 Drafted with AI under the editorial review of Chris Hackleman & Jeff Moore — cross-check against your owner’s manual when possible.
⚠️ 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 level surface and parking brake is engaged
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON position if battery has any charge
- Locate the shift lock override slot: it is a small rectangular opening covered by a removable cap on the left side of the shifter base, near the driver's side
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or the key blade to remove the cap
- Insert the screwdriver or key into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override down, press the brake pedal (if possible) and move the shifter to Neutral
- If no power is available, continue holding the override down and manually move the shifter to Neutral without pressing the brake
Shift-lock override location
Left side of the shifter base, covered by a small rectangular cap approximately 0.5 inches wide
With zero electrical power
With zero 12V power, the shift lock override will still function mechanically. You will not need to press the brake pedal—simply remove the cap, insert tool into override slot, press down, and shift to Neutral. The steering wheel will remain locked unless you can get minimal power to ACC position.