🚨 2014 Nissan Skyline: Emergency Neutral
The 2014 Nissan Skyline (V37, sold as Infiniti Q50 in most markets) uses a traditional console-mounted automatic shifter with electronic shift lock.
🧰 Drafted with AI under the editorial review of Chris Hackleman & Jeff Moore — cross-check against your owner’s manual when possible.
⚠️ 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 set the parking brake firmly
- Turn the ignition to ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Locate the shift lock override slot - it is a small rectangular opening with a removable cover cap on the left side of the shifter base near the P position
- Use a small flathead screwdriver or the metal key blade to pry off the rubber/plastic cap covering the override slot
- While pressing the brake pedal (if system has power), insert the screwdriver or key firmly into the override slot and push down
- While holding the override down, press the shifter button and move the shifter to Neutral
- If successful, the vehicle can now roll; maintain brake pressure or use wheel chocks
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular slot with removable cap on the left side of the shifter base, adjacent to the P position gate
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery, the shift lock override will still function mechanically. You do not need ignition power to use the override slot. However, you will need to use a physical key to unlock the steering column if equipped with push-button start. The override releases the mechanical lock regardless of electrical state.