Gear Selector Override - Dodge Ram Commercial2016 Owner's Manual

CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only to rescue a
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GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE

If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the gear selec-
tor:
1. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Tilt the steering wheel to the full up position.
4. Push and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
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5. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the access port
(ringed circle) on the bottom of the steering column,
and push and hold the override release lever up.
Gear Selector Override Access Port
6. Move the gear selector to the NEUTRAL position.
7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
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