🚨 2017 Nissan March: Emergency Neutral
The 2017 Nissan March (K13 generation) uses a conventional console-mounted automatic transmission shifter 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 a level surface and apply the parking brake firmly
- Turn the ignition to the ACC or ON position if battery power is available
- Locate the shift lock override slot, which is typically a small rectangular cap near the base of the shifter console on the left side or front of the shifter
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or similar tool to gently pry off the shift lock override cover cap
- Insert the screwdriver or a key into the override slot and press down firmly while simultaneously pulling the shifter button and moving the shifter to Neutral
- If successful, the shifter will move freely to Neutral; keep the brake pedal depressed if power is available
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular cap near the shifter base on the console, typically on the left or front side of the shifter assembly
With zero electrical power
With zero electrical power, the shift lock override will still function mechanically. Ensure the ignition key can be inserted and turned to at least the ACC position to unlock the steering wheel. The mechanical override bypasses the electrical shift interlock completely.