🚨 2020 JAC Motors Sei 2: Emergency Neutral
The 2020 JAC Sei 2 uses a floor-mounted console shifter with electronic shift lock, typical of modern Chinese-market sedans.
🧰 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 level ground and parking brake is firmly set
- Turn the ignition to ON/ACC position if battery power is available
- Look for a shift lock override access point near the shifter - check for a small cap, cover, or slot around the shifter base or on the console near the P position
- Remove any protective cap or cover using a flat tool or fingernail
- Insert a screwdriver, key, or similar tool into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override, press the shifter button and move to Neutral
- Replace any cover after shifting
Shift-lock override location
Likely near the shifter base around the Park position area - exact location requires visual inspection of the specific console design
With zero electrical power
If the override slot is mechanical (typical design), it should work without battery power. However, some modern Chinese-market vehicles may have electronic-only systems. If no mechanical override is found after careful inspection, the vehicle may require external 12V power to the battery to release the shifter.