🚨 2006 Chrysler Sebring: Emergency Neutral
The 2006 Sebring sedan uses a traditional console-mounted PRNDL shifter with electronic shift interlock.
✓ Expert-verified by Chris Hackleman & Jeff Moore — master technicians, 20+ years each.
⚠️ 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 parking brake is engaged
- Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Locate the shift lock override slot - it is a small rectangular slot with a plastic cover directly to the left of the shifter base on the console
- Use a flathead screwdriver or similar tool to remove the plastic cover
- Insert the screwdriver or key into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override down, press the brake pedal (if power available) and move the shifter to Neutral
- If no brake pedal feel, continue holding override down and shift directly to Neutral
- Keep the override pressed until the shifter is fully in Neutral position
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular slot with plastic cover directly to the left of the shifter base on the center console
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery, the override slot can still be accessed mechanically. Insert tool into the override slot and press down firmly while moving shifter to Neutral. The mechanical override bypasses the electronic interlock entirely. No ignition position is required.