How do you use the shift lock button?

The shift lock is typically a button on top or on the side of the lever. If the button is pressed the lock is released and the driver can switch the lever between the options on the transmission. When the button is released the lever gets locked.

What does the shift lock button do?

We’ll start by telling you that the shift lock is a safety feature that prevents you from shifting into gear without using the brake, so that you don’t accidentally put your car into “drive” or “reverse” and cause an accident.

What is the little button on the side of my gear shift?

In that case, the button you are asking about is the overdrive-off switch. When you press it you should see an indicator illuminate on the dash saying something like “O/D Off”. As you accelerate in an automatic, the transmission selects a drive gear based on how much you push the accelerator.

How do I get my car out of shift lock?

1) Set the emergency brake. 2) Insert key into the ignition and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” or “RUN” position. It is not necessary to start the engine. 3) Locate the shift lock override slot located on the shifter console near the shifter lever.

Where is the gear shift located?

If your car has an automatic transmission, the gearshift is located either on the steering column or on the console between the front seats. The gearshift is used to move a vehicle forward, in reverse, or remain in neutral. On cars with a manual transmission, the gearshift is actually a stick shift.

What do o d off mean?

OverDrive function
“OD” is referring to the OverDrive function of your transmission. This is used for highway driving to conserve fuel and achieve better fuel economy. ” OD Off” is telling you that the OverDrive has been turned off. This is usually done by a button on the gear shifter or a particular gear shift position marked with “OD”.

How do you release the shift lock on a car?

Now, pull the key out of the ignition. Take a flat-head screwdriver or something that can do the similar job. Try to bring the cap off of the gear shift lock cover. It will be to the upper right of the gear selector. One you have removed the cover, insert the key into this slot. Now push the key down gently.

What do you do when your shifter is stuck in Park?

By law, all 2010 and newer vehicles are equipped with brake-shift interlock. 1) Set the emergency brake. 2) Insert key into the ignition and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” or “RUN” position. It is not necessary to start the engine. 3) Locate the shift lock override slot located on the shifter console near the shifter lever.

How do you change the shift lock on a Nissan Altima?

1. Push the ignition switch to the LOCK position. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Using a protective cloth on the tip of a 3 mm screwdriver, remove the shift lock release cover. ● If available, a plastic trim tool can also be used. 4. Insert the small screwdriver in the shift lock release slot and push down.

How do you move the shift selector in a Nissan?

To move the shift selector, complete the following procedure: 1. Push the ignition switch to the LOCK position. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Using a protective cloth on the tip of a 3 mm screwdriver, remove the shift lock release cover. ● If available, a plastic trim tool can also be used.