If The Shift Lever Cannot Be Shifted From P - Lexus RX 450H Owner's Manual

If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

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First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal, there may be a prob-
lem with the shift lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immedi-
ately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever
can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:
Turn the power switch to ON mode and check that the parking brake is set.
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(→P. 235, 248)
Turn the power switch to off.
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Depress the brake pedal.
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Pry the cover up with a flathead screwdriver
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or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover the tip
of the screwdriver with a rag.
Press the shift lock override button.
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The shift lever can be shifted while the button
is pressed
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