🚨 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT: Emergency Neutral
The 1999 3000GT uses a traditional console-mounted automatic shifter with a P-R-N-D-2-L gate and electronic shift interlock.
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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 parking brake is firmly engaged and wheels are chocked
- Turn ignition to ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Locate the shift lock override slot - it is a small rectangular opening covered by a cap on the left side of the shifter base, forward of the shifter button
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or the metal key blade to pry off the plastic cap covering the override slot
- Insert the screwdriver or key fully into the override slot while simultaneously pressing the shifter button
- Move shifter to Neutral while holding the override down
- If moving to a flatbed, shifter can be left in Neutral; if towing with rear wheels up, verify Neutral engagement
Shift-lock override location
Left side of shifter base, forward of the shifter button, covered by a small rectangular plastic cap
With zero electrical power
The mechanical shift lock override works without any electrical power. With zero power, you will not be able to use the ignition lock, but the override slot provides mechanical release of the shift interlock independent of the electrical system. Ensure steering wheel is unlocked before attempting to move the vehicle.