🚨 2019 Jaguar E-PACE: Emergency Neutral
The 2019 Jaguar E-PACE uses a rotary gear selector dial that rises from the center console when the ignition is turned on.
🧰 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 electronic parking brake if possible
- Turn the ignition to ON position using the Start/Stop button with the key fob nearby (this powers the rotary shifter mechanism)
- The rotary gear selector should rise from the console
- Press the brake pedal firmly
- Rotate the gear selector counterclockwise to the Neutral position
- If the rotary dial does not rise or respond, locate the manual shift lock release
- The shift lock override is accessed by removing the small circular cover on top of the rotary dial housing
- Use a small flathead screwdriver to remove the cover, then insert the key or tool into the release slot and press down while attempting to rotate to Neutral
Shift-lock override location
Under a small circular cap on top of the rotary gear selector housing in the center console
With zero electrical power
With no 12V power, the rotary shifter will not rise or function. You must jump-start the vehicle or connect a battery booster to provide power to the shifter module. Once minimal power is restored, turn ignition to ON and follow normal shifting procedure. Without any power, the transmission remains locked in Park and the vehicle must be lifted/dollied onto a flatbed.