🚨 2026 Lada Granta: Emergency Neutral
The 2026 Lada Granta with automatic transmission uses a conventional console-mounted shifter lever with a PRNDL gate and 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 level ground and apply the parking brake firmly
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Locate the shift lock override slot - look for a small rectangular cap or cover near the base of the shifter on the console
- Use a flathead screwdriver or similar tool to carefully pry off the override cap
- Insert the screwdriver or a key into the override slot and press down firmly while simultaneously pressing the brake pedal (if power available) and moving the shifter to Neutral
- If no power is available, keep downward pressure on the override mechanism while pulling the shifter toward Neutral
- Once in Neutral, you can release the override and the vehicle can roll freely
Shift-lock override location
Near the base of the shifter console, typically on the right side or front face - look for a small removable cap approximately 10-15mm in size
With zero electrical power
With a completely dead battery, the shift lock override must be manually depressed while moving the shifter. The ignition does not need to be on for the mechanical override to function. You may need to apply significant force to the override button while moving the shifter.