🚨 2014 Hyundai Genesis Sedan: Emergency Neutral
The 2009-2014 Genesis sedan uses a traditional floor-mounted console shifter with a straight-gate automatic transmission lever and electronic shift lock.
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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
- Set the parking brake firmly and chock the wheels
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Press and hold the brake pedal firmly
- Locate the shift lock override slot: it is a small rectangular opening with a plastic cap cover located on the left side of the shifter base, near the front of the console trim surrounding the shifter
- Remove the cap by prying gently with a flat-blade screwdriver or your finger
- While holding the brake pedal down, insert a screwdriver, key, or similar tool into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override down, press the shifter button and move the shifter to Neutral
- Remove the tool and replace the cap
- Vehicle can now be moved or towed with rear wheels off the ground
Shift-lock override location
Left side of shifter base near front of console trim, under removable plastic cap
With zero electrical power
With zero electrical power, turn the key to ACC position mechanically (this does not require battery power to unlock the steering column). The shift lock override is mechanical and does not require electrical power—simply remove the cap and press the override while moving the shifter. If the steering column remains locked and prevents you from accessing the brake pedal comfortably, you may skip pressing the brake when using the mechanical override.