🚨 2010 Maserati GranTurismo: Emergency Neutral
The 2010 GranTurismo uses a floor-mounted automatic shifter with electronic shift-lock interlock system.
🧰 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 and ensure the vehicle is on a flat surface or properly chocked
- If battery has any charge, turn the ignition key to ACC or ON position
- Locate the shift-lock override - look for a small cover on the right side of the shifter base, near the console trim surrounding the shifter assembly
- Remove the override cover using a small flathead screwdriver or by prying gently with your fingernail
- Insert a screwdriver, ignition key, or similar tool into the override slot and push down firmly
- While maintaining downward pressure on the override, move the shifter from Park to Neutral
- If the shifter does not move, continue holding the override and have someone gently rock the vehicle to relieve transmission pawl pressure, then attempt to shift again
Shift-lock override location
Small removable cover on the right side of the shifter base, integrated into the center console trim adjacent to the shifter boot
With zero electrical power
The mechanical override will function without any electrical power. Ensure the parking brake is fully applied before attempting the procedure, as brake warning indicators will not function without power. The override only releases the shift interlock; the parking pawl will still need to be disengaged by moving the shifter.