🚨 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe: Emergency Neutral
The 2010 Genesis Coupe automatic has a sporty console-mounted lever with electronic shift lock and manual shift gate.
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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 the parking brake is firmly engaged
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON position if battery has any remaining charge
- Locate the shift lock override access: there is a small rectangular cover panel on the left side of the shifter assembly near the base
- Use a flathead screwdriver or metal key blade to carefully pry off the override cover
- Insert the screwdriver or key into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override depressed and pressing the brake pedal if possible, press the shifter button and move the lever to Neutral
- The shifter should release from Park; maintain pressure on the override until the shifter is fully in Neutral position
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular cover panel on the left side of the shifter assembly near the base; override slot is underneath
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery, the mechanical override will release the shift lock without electrical power. However, you will not be able to turn the ignition and the steering wheel will remain locked. Vehicle must be towed on a flatbed or with front wheels raised due to locked steering.