🚨 2024 Rolls-Royce Dawn: Emergency Neutral
The 2024 Dawn uses a traditional column-mounted gear selector stalk on the right side of the steering column, similar to other modern Rolls-Royce models.
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⚠️ 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 apply the parking brake (or have wheel chocks in place).
- Insert the key fob into the dashboard slot (if not already inserted) to enable accessory power if battery has any charge remaining.
- Press the brake pedal firmly.
- Locate the shift lock release slot on the column shroud near the base of the gear selector stalk.
- Remove the small circular or rectangular cover cap (may require a flat tool to pry gently).
- Insert a small flathead screwdriver or the emergency key from the fob into the override slot.
- While holding the override mechanism depressed, move the column stalk to Neutral position.
- If successful, the vehicle can now roll freely.
Shift-lock override location
Small access hole with cover cap located on the steering column shroud adjacent to the base of the gear selector stalk, typically on the lower right side of the column.
With zero electrical power
With completely dead battery, the shift lock override still functions mechanically. You will need to manually unlock the door with the physical key blade hidden in the key fob. The override slot works without any electrical power, but the steering will be locked—professional flatbed towing is required.