🚨 2026 Lexus RC F: Emergency Neutral
The 2026 RC F uses a conventional console-mounted automatic transmission lever with electronic shift lock.
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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 vehicle is on a level surface and set 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 on the left side of the shifter base (driver's side of the shifter)
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or the metal key blade to carefully pry off the override cap
- Insert the screwdriver or key into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override down, press the brake pedal and move the shifter to Neutral
- If the shift lever still won't move, continue holding the override down and apply more force to the shifter while pressing the brake
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular cap on the left (driver's) side of the shifter base near the button
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery: insert key in ignition and turn to ACC (mechanical unlock), then use the shift lock override procedure. The override is mechanical and does not require electrical power. You may need to apply significant force while holding the override down.