🚨 2007 Maserati GranTurismo: Emergency Neutral
The 2007 GranTurismo uses a traditional floor-mounted automatic transmission shifter with electronic shift interlock.
🧰 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
- Set the parking brake firmly and ensure the vehicle is on level ground
- Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON position if battery has sufficient charge
- Locate the shift-lock override access - look for a small cap or cover near the base of the shifter, typically on the right side near the console trim
- Remove the override cover using a small flathead screwdriver or your fingernail
- Insert a screwdriver, key, or similar tool into the override slot and push down firmly
- While maintaining pressure on the override, pull the shifter out of Park and move it to Neutral
- If the shifter does not release, have an assistant gently rock the vehicle to relieve pressure on the transmission parking pawl while you maintain pressure on the override
Shift-lock override location
Near the base of the shifter assembly on the right side, behind a small removable cover in the console trim
With zero electrical power
The shift-lock override is mechanical and will function without battery power. However, verify that the parking brake is fully engaged before attempting to move the shifter, as the brake warning systems will not function. The override mechanism should work regardless of electrical power status.