🚨 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: Emergency Neutral
The C190 AMG GT uses a center console-mounted electronic AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT gear selector lever with an unlock button on the lever.
🧰 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 apply the parking brake firmly
- Turn the ignition to position 2 (or press start button twice without brake pedal to activate accessory power)
- Press and hold the brake pedal firmly
- Press the unlock button on the shifter and move the lever to N position
- If the shifter remains locked despite having power and working brake lights, locate the shift lock override
- Look for a small removable trim cover at the base of the shifter console, typically on the left side or front
- Remove the trim cover using a flat tool
- Insert a screwdriver or key blade into the override slot
- Press down on the override mechanism while pressing the shifter unlock button and move to N
- If successful, release the parking brake to move the vehicle
Shift-lock override location
Small removable trim cover at the base of the shifter console conceals the shift lock override, typically located on the left or front side of the shifter base
With zero electrical power
With completely dead 12V battery, you must jump-start the battery or connect an external power source to obtain at least accessory power. The electronic DCT shifter is electrically controlled and will not release without power. If unable to provide power to the system, the vehicle must be loaded onto a flatbed with the rear wheels off the ground (rear-wheel drive vehicle).