If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever - Lexus ES300 Owner's Manual

IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
3. Tighten the front towing eyelet securely by a wheel nut
wrench.
CAUTION
When installing the eyelet on the vehicle, be sure to
tighten the front eyelet securely. If the tightening is
loose, it may come off when being towed and result in
death or serious injury.
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IF YOU CANNOT SHIFT
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SELECTOR LEVER
If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position to
other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed,
use the shift lock override button as follows:
1
Turn the ignition key to "LOCK". Make sure the parking
brake is applied.
2 Pry up the cover with a flat bladed screwdriver or
equivalent.