If The Shift Lever Cannot Be Shifted From “P” - Toyota Avensis Owner's Manual

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from "P"
For vehicles with Multidrive or automatic transmission: If the shift
lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be a
problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental
operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
STEP 1
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Turn the "ENGINE
STEP 2
START STOP" switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Turn the
engine switch to the "ACC" position.
Depress the brake pedal.
STEP 3
STEP 4
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Press the "SHIFT LOCK" but-
ton.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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