🚨 2016 Peugeot 308: Emergency Neutral
The 2016 Peugeot 308 with automatic transmission uses a conventional console-mounted shift 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 a level surface and apply the parking brake
- Locate the shift lock override slot near the shifter—look for a small rectangular or circular cover near the base of the shifter on the console
- Use a flathead screwdriver or similar tool to carefully pry off the override cover
- Insert a flathead screwdriver or the key blade into the exposed override slot
- Press down firmly on the override mechanism while simultaneously pressing the shifter button and moving the lever to Neutral
- Keep your foot on the brake pedal throughout this procedure if the vehicle is running or has power
Shift-lock override location
Located near the base of the shifter on the center console, typically on the left or front side of the shifter housing under a small removable cap
With zero electrical power
The mechanical shift lock override will function without 12V power. If the vehicle has an electronic parking brake (EPB), it will remain engaged without power and the vehicle must be transported on a flatbed. Most 2016 models in European markets have manual handbrakes, but verify your specific vehicle.