🚨 2026 Daihatsu Taft: Emergency Neutral
The 2026 Daihatsu Taft uses a conventional console-mounted automatic transmission 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 to ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Locate the shift lock override slot - it is typically found near the shifter base, often covered by a small removable cap or trim piece on the console
- Remove the override cap by gently prying with a flat tool or your fingernail
- Insert a small flathead screwdriver, key, or similar tool 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 the brake pedal cannot be pressed due to no power assist, continue holding the override and shift to Neutral - some resistance is normal
- Once in Neutral, the vehicle can be moved or loaded
Shift-lock override location
Near the shifter base on the console, typically covered by a small removable cap - exact location may vary by trim
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery, the shift lock override must be used. The override is mechanical and does not require electrical power. You may need to physically apply more force when moving the shifter without power assist on the brake system. Ensure the steering wheel is unlocked before attempting to move the vehicle.