🚨 2012 Infiniti FX37: Emergency Neutral
The 2012 FX37 uses a traditional center 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 set the parking brake firmly
- Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Locate the shift lock release cover on the driver's side of the shifter base—it is a small rectangular cap approximately 1 inch by 0.5 inch
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or key to pry off the shift lock release cover
- Insert the screwdriver or key into the exposed shift lock release slot and press down firmly
- While holding the release down, press the brake pedal (if power available) and move the shifter to Neutral
- If the shifter still will not move, continue holding the override down and attempt to move the shifter with firm pressure
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular cap on the driver's side of the shifter base, near the bottom of the shifter housing
With zero electrical power
With zero electrical power, the shift lock release override will still function mechanically. You do not need battery power to use the manual override slot. However, turning the key to ACC position (which may work even with a weak battery) can help disengage the steering lock if you need to steer the vehicle.