🚨 2024 Ferrari Purosangue: Emergency Neutral
The 2024 Purosangue uses Ferrari's push-button gear selector system mounted on the center console with buttons for R, Auto, and Manual modes plus paddle shifters.
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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 level surface and parking brake is engaged
- Locate the small circular shift lock override cover on the center console near the gear selector buttons
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or similar tool to carefully pry off the override cover
- Insert the mechanical key (found in the key fob) or a small screwdriver into the override slot
- While pressing down on the override, attempt to press the Auto button to enable neutral selection
- If 12V power is available but the shift lock won't release, have an assistant press the brake pedal while you override
- Once override is activated, the transmission should allow neutral engagement
- For flatbed loading without any power, the vehicle must be dollied or lifted with all wheels off the ground - consult Ferrari roadside assistance
Shift-lock override location
Small circular cover near the gear selector button panel on the center console - exact position requires visual confirmation for this new model
With zero electrical power
With completely dead 12V battery, the push-button system will not function. Jump-start the 12V battery using the front jump-start terminals (under front hood access panel) to restore minimal electrical power for gear selection. If jump-starting is not possible, vehicle must be loaded onto flatbed with all wheels off ground using wheel dollies.