Shift Lever Override; Manual Park Release 8 Speed Transmission - Dodge charger 2013 User Manual

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE

• If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever
cannot be moved out of the PARK position,
you can use the following procedure to
temporarily move the shift lever:
Remove the storage bin liner to access
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the shift lever override port located to
the right of the shift lever.
Firmly set the parking brake.
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Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON
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position without starting the engine.
Press and maintain firm pressure on the
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brake pedal.
Using a screwdriver or similar tool, press
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and hold the override tab through the
access port on the center console.
Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
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The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
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Reinstall the override cover.
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MANUAL PARK RELEASE — 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION (3.6L Engine)
• If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever
cannot be moved out of the PARK position,
you can use the following procedure to
temporarily move the shift lever:
• Remove the console storage bin to access
the Manual Park Release lever.
• Using a small screwdriver or similar tool,
fish the tether strap up through the open-
ing in the console base.
• Insert the screwdriver into the slot in the
center of the lever, and disengage the
spring steel lever locking tab by pushing it
to the right.
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