🚨 2026 Daihatsu Thor: Emergency Neutral
The 2026 Daihatsu Thor uses a conventional console-mounted automatic transmission lever 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 vehicle is on a flat surface and set the parking brake firmly.
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON position if battery has any remaining charge.
- Locate the shift lock override slot, typically found near the shifter base—look for a small rectangular cap or cover adjacent to the shift lever.
- Use a flathead screwdriver or similar tool to pry off the override cover cap.
- Insert the screwdriver or a key into the override slot and press down firmly while simultaneously pulling the shift lever out of Park.
- If the battery is completely dead and the override does not release, you may need to provide external 12V power via jump-start to energize the solenoid briefly.
Shift-lock override location
Near the shifter base on the console; look for a small cover cap adjacent to the lever—exact position may vary by trim.
With zero electrical power
With zero electrical power, the mechanical shift lock override should still function. If it does not release, apply external 12V power temporarily via jumper cables to another vehicle or a jump pack to energize the shift lock solenoid, then use the override.