🚨 2010 Nissan Tsuru: Emergency Neutral
The 2010 Nissan Tsuru uses a traditional column-mounted shift lever with a mechanical shift-lock button on the lever itself.
🧰 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
- Apply the parking brake firmly and chock the wheels
- Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position if battery has any charge
- Locate the shift lock override slot - it is typically a small rectangular opening near the base of the column shifter shroud on the right side
- Remove the small plastic cover cap if present by prying gently with a flathead screwdriver
- Insert a small flathead screwdriver or the key itself into the override slot
- Press down firmly on the override while simultaneously pressing the shifter button and moving the lever to Neutral
- If no electrical power: the mechanical override should still function as it physically disengages the lock solenoid; maintain pressure on the override while shifting
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular slot near the base of the column shifter shroud, typically on the right side, may be covered by a small plastic cap
With zero electrical power
With zero 12V power, the mechanical shift-lock override will still function. You may need to use the physical key to turn the ignition barrel to ACC position mechanically, then use the override slot. The override physically releases the lock mechanism independent of electrical power.