🚨 2021 Renault Kadjar: Emergency Neutral
The 2021 Kadjar uses a conventional console-mounted automatic transmission 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 level ground and apply 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 typically a small rectangular opening covered by a removable cap near the base of the shifter console
- Use a flathead screwdriver or the metal key blade to pry off the override cover cap
- Insert the key blade or small screwdriver into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override down, press the brake pedal (if possible) and move the shifter to Neutral
- If the shifter will not move to Neutral, move it to the intermediate position between Park and Reverse, then to Neutral
Shift-lock override location
Small covered slot near the shifter base on the console, typically on the right or front side of the shifter surround
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery, you cannot turn ignition to ACC. The shift lock override should still function mechanically - use the key blade in the override slot and apply firm pressure while attempting to shift. If unsuccessful, the transmission may need to be placed in neutral from underneath the vehicle (requires lifting vehicle and accessing transmission range selector).