🚨 2026 Fiat Fiorino: Emergency Neutral
The 2026 Fiat Fiorino uses a 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 level ground and set the parking brake firmly
- Turn the ignition to the ON position if 12V power is available (do not start engine)
- Press and hold the brake pedal
- Locate the shift lock override slot, typically found as a small rectangular cap near the base of the shifter console
- Use a flathead screwdriver or key to pry off the override cap
- Insert the screwdriver into the override slot and press down firmly while pulling the shift lever out of Park
- Move the shifter to Neutral
- If the vehicle must be moved without power, follow the no-power procedure below
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular cap near the shifter base on the console, typically to the right or front of the lever; exact location may vary by market specification
With zero electrical power
With zero 12V power, the shift lock override should still function mechanically. Access the override slot as described above and use a tool to depress the release mechanism while shifting to Neutral. If the steering lock is engaged, you may need to manually turn the steering wheel slightly while accessing the override to relieve tension on the locking mechanism.