🚨 1993 Porsche 928: Emergency Neutral
The 1993 928 with automatic transmission uses a traditional center console floor-mounted shifter with a mechanical gate (PRND21).
🧰 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 flat surface and chock all wheels securely
- Locate the shift lock override slot, which is typically found on the left side of the shifter base or under a small trim cap near the shifter
- If there is a small rectangular or circular cap near the shifter base, carefully pry it off with a trim tool or small flathead screwdriver
- Insert a small screwdriver, hex key, or the emergency key into the override slot
- While holding the override release depressed, press the shifter button (if equipped) and move the shifter to N (Neutral)
- If the shifter still will not move, check that the ignition is in the ON or ACC position if any battery power exists
- The vehicle can then be rolled or winched onto a flatbed
Shift-lock override location
Left side of the shifter base, typically under a small trim cap or directly accessible near the console
With zero electrical power
The 1993 928 shift lock is typically mechanical and may still function without power. The override slot provides direct mechanical release. If the steering is locked, you may need to slightly turn the key or steering wheel to unlock it before moving the vehicle.