🚨 2015 Citroën C1 III: Emergency Neutral
The 2015 C1 III uses a small console-mounted lever shifter with a conventional cable-actuated shift-lock mechanism.
🧰 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 applied and the vehicle is on level ground.
- Turn the ignition to ON/ACC position if battery power is available.
- Firmly press and hold the brake pedal.
- Locate the shift-lock override - look for a small rectangular or circular cover near the base of the shifter on the left side.
- Use a flat-blade screwdriver, key blade, or similar flat tool to carefully pry off the cover.
- Insert the tool into the override slot and press down firmly.
- While holding the override down, move the shifter from P to N.
- The shifter should release and move to Neutral position.
Shift-lock override location
Small cover near the base of the shifter on the left side; exact configuration may vary as this is shared with Peugeot 108 and Toyota Aygo platform.
With zero electrical power
With no 12V power, use the shift-lock override as described. Keep the override pressed while moving the vehicle. Steering will be locked and brakes will not have power assist. Flatbed towing is the safest option for distances beyond a few feet.