🚨 1990 Toyota Supra: Emergency Neutral
The 1990 Toyota Supra (A70 generation) uses a traditional floor-mounted console shifter with a mechanical shift lock system.
🧰 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 firmly
- Turn the ignition key to the ACC or ON position if battery has any charge remaining
- Press the brake pedal firmly (this activates the shift lock release mechanism)
- If the shifter remains locked, locate the shift lock override - there is a small access point or removable cover panel near the shifter base on the console
- On A70 Supras, look for a small cover or slot in the console trim immediately adjacent to the shifter - it may be to the right side or front of the shifter base
- Remove the cover and insert a small screwdriver or similar tool to manually release the shift lock mechanism while pulling the shifter out of Park
- If no battery power exists, the mechanical shift lock may still engage - use the override method to bypass
Shift-lock override location
Near the shifter base on the center console; exact location requires inspection of the specific console trim but typically adjacent to or in front of the shifter
With zero electrical power
The A70 Supra shift lock is partially mechanical. With zero power, you may still encounter resistance from the shift lock mechanism. Use the override access point with a screwdriver to mechanically release the lock. The key must be in the ignition (ACC position minimum) to unlock the steering column for towing.