🚨 2016 Fiat Tipo: Emergency Neutral
The 2016 Fiat Tipo features a console-mounted automatic transmission shifter with electronic shift-lock interlock.
🧰 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 firmly engaged
- Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Locate the shift-lock override—look for a small removable cap or cover on the shifter console, typically near the base of the shifter on the right side or in front
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or the emergency key blade to carefully pry off the override cover
- Insert the screwdriver or key into the override slot and press down firmly
- While maintaining pressure on the override, move the shifter from Park to Neutral
- Remove the tool and replace the cover cap once the vehicle is in Neutral
Shift-lock override location
Located near the shifter base on the console; look for a small rectangular or circular cap, typically on the right side or forward area of the shifter surround
With zero electrical power
With a completely dead battery, the mechanical override is your only option and requires no electrical power. You do not need to turn the key. Use a flashlight to help locate the override slot if working in low light.