🚨 2022 Vauxhall Mokka: Emergency Neutral
The 2022 Mokka uses an electronic gear selector lever mounted in the center console with park, reverse, neutral, and drive positions.
🧰 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 a small rectangular opening with a cover cap on the left side of the shifter base near the driver's side
- Use a flathead screwdriver or the metal key blade to pry off the small plastic cover cap
- Insert the screwdriver or key firmly into the override slot and press down while simultaneously moving the shifter to Neutral
- If successful, the shifter will move freely to N; keep foot on brake if power is available
Shift-lock override location
Small rectangular slot with plastic cap on the left side of the shifter base, adjacent to the driver's side of the console
With zero electrical power
With zero electrical power, the electronic parking brake may remain engaged. The shift lock override will allow shifter movement to Neutral, but you may need to manually release the EPB using the emergency release procedure (separate process involving rear calipers). The vehicle can be winched onto a flatbed with rear wheels on dollies if EPB cannot be released.