🚨 1992 Ferrari Mondial T: Emergency Neutral
The 1992 Mondial T uses a traditional gated automatic transmission shifter mounted in the center console between the seats.
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⚠️ 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 apply the parking brake firmly.
- Turn the ignition key to the ON position (ACC or ON, not START) to energize the shift interlock system if the battery has any charge.
- Press and hold the brake pedal firmly.
- If the shifter releases, move it through the gate to Neutral.
- If the shifter does NOT release with power and brake pedal, locate the shift lock override slot near the base of the shifter console—typically a small covered access point on the left side or front face of the shifter surround.
- Use a small flat-blade screwdriver or the key itself to access the override slot (you may need to pry off a small plastic cover).
- While pressing the override mechanism, move the shifter to Neutral.
- Once in Neutral, the vehicle can be pushed or winched onto a flatbed.
Shift-lock override location
Near the base of the shifter console, typically on the left side or front face of the shifter surround; may be covered by a small plastic cap
With zero electrical power
With a completely dead battery, you must use the mechanical shift lock override. Insert a tool into the override slot (after removing any cover) and press/hold while moving the shifter to Neutral. The gated shifter allows manual movement once the lock is overridden. Do NOT attempt to jumpstart only to shift—use the override if the battery is dead.