🚨 2017 Toyota Land Cruiser 70: Emergency Neutral
The 2017 Land Cruiser 70-series (re-release generation) uses a floor-mounted console shifter with electronic shift lock interlock.
🧰 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
- Set the parking brake firmly and chock the wheels
- Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position (if battery allows)
- Locate the shift lock override - look for a small rectangular or circular plastic cap near the shifter base, typically to the right side or front-right of the shifter gate
- Use a flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool to carefully pry off the override cap
- Insert the screwdriver or a key into the override slot and press down firmly
- While holding the override down, press the shifter button (if equipped) and move the shifter to Neutral
- The shifter should release and move to Neutral position
Shift-lock override location
Near the base of the floor shifter, typically to the right or front-right of the shifter gate under a small plastic cap; exact location may vary by market specification
With zero electrical power
With zero electrical power, the mechanical shift lock override should still function to release the shifter. You will not be able to turn the key or illuminate any displays, but the physical override mechanism bypasses the electronic interlock. The steering wheel will remain locked without power, requiring a tow truck or dolly for transport.