🚨 2015 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta: Emergency Neutral
The 2015 F12 Berlinetta uses push-button transmission controls mounted on the center console tunnel with buttons for R, Auto, and Launch, paired with steering wheel paddle shifters.
🧰 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 parking brake is engaged if functional
- Turn the ignition to ON/ACC position if 12V power is available (do not start engine)
- Locate the shift-lock override cover on the center console - it is a small rectangular or circular cover near the transmission control buttons
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or the emergency key blade to pry off the override cover
- Insert the screwdriver into the override slot and press/push in the direction indicated (usually downward or rearward)
- While holding the override, press the N button on the center console or pull both paddle shifters simultaneously
- The transmission should release into neutral; verify by attempting to roll the vehicle slightly
- If no electrical power is available, see no-power procedure below
Shift-lock override location
Near the transmission control button panel on the center console tunnel, typically a small cover that pries off to reveal the mechanical override slot
With zero electrical power
With complete loss of 12V power, the F12's F1 dual-clutch transmission requires manual intervention at the transmission itself. Remove the center console lower trim panels to access the transmission control unit. Look for a mechanical release lever, cable, or bolt on the transmission actuator unit. This procedure is complex and may require partial disassembly. For zero-power situations, flatbed towing with all wheels off the ground is strongly recommended. Contact Ferrari Roadside Assistance.