🚨 2011 Infiniti G25: Emergency Neutral
The 2011 G25 uses a console-mounted automatic transmission lever with electronic shift lock tied to the brake pedal and ignition.
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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 parking brake is firmly set and wheels are chocked
- Turn the ignition to the ON position (or ACC if battery is weak but not completely dead)
- Locate the shift lock override slot on the driver's side of the shifter base, covered by a small rectangular plastic cap
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or similar tool to carefully pry off the override cap
- Insert the screwdriver or key into the override slot and press down firmly while simultaneously pressing the shifter button and moving the lever to Neutral
- If successful, the shifter will release and move to N; if the steering lock is engaged, you may need a small amount of 12V power to release it
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular cap-covered slot on the driver's side (left side) of the shifter base, near the bottom of the console trim surrounding the shifter
With zero electrical power
With completely dead 12V battery, the shift lock override will still work mechanically, but the steering wheel lock may remain engaged on some units. You may need to jump-start or provide external 12V power to unlock the steering column before the vehicle can roll freely. The shift lock override itself does not require electrical power.