🚨 2020 Fiat Uno: Emergency Neutral
The 2020 Fiat Uno uses a traditional 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 a flat surface and the parking brake is firmly engaged
- Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position if battery power is available
- Locate the shift lock override slot - look for a small covered slot or cap near the base of the shifter console, typically on the left side or front edge of the shifter surround
- Remove the cap or cover (it may require a small flathead screwdriver to pry gently)
- Insert a small flathead screwdriver, key, or similar tool into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override down, press the brake pedal (if power available) and move the shifter to Neutral
- If no power is available, continue holding the override down and use firm force to move the shifter directly to Neutral without pressing the brake
Shift-lock override location
Near the shifter base on the console, typically under a small cap on the left side or front edge of the shifter surround - exact location may vary by trim
With zero electrical power
With a completely dead battery, the shift lock override will still function mechanically. Insert the tool into the override slot, press down firmly, and move the shifter to Neutral with deliberate force. The steering wheel will remain locked, so the vehicle must be towed with front wheels off the ground or on a flatbed.