🚨 2024 Nissan Kicks: Emergency Neutral
The 2024 Brazilian-market Nissan Kicks uses a center console-mounted automatic transmission lever with electronic shift lock.
🧰 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 level ground and apply the parking brake firmly.
- Turn the ignition to ON/ACC position if battery has any charge remaining.
- Locate the shift lock override slot near the shifter base—look for a small covered access hole or cap on the console trim surrounding the shifter.
- Remove the cover cap by prying gently with a flathead screwdriver or similar tool.
- Insert a small flathead screwdriver, key, or similar tool into the override slot and press down firmly.
- While holding the override down, press the brake pedal (if possible) and move the shifter to Neutral.
- If the brake pedal cannot be pressed or has no effect, keep the override pressed and move the shifter directly to Neutral.
- Replace the override cover cap after shifting.
Shift-lock override location
Near the shifter base on the center console; typically a small covered slot on the right side or front of the shifter surround trim—exact location may vary by trim level.
With zero electrical power
With zero electrical power, the shift lock override will still function mechanically. Use the override procedure above. The ignition position will not matter. You may need to manually release the electronic parking brake if equipped—check for a manual release near the EPB switch or consult the owner's manual for EPB override procedures.