If The Shift Lever Cannot Be Shifted From P - Lexus ES350 Service Manual

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal, there may
be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer imme-
diately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the
shift lever can be shifted:
Set the parking brake.
1
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
2
Depress the brake pedal.
3
Pry the cover up with a flathead
4
screwdriver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
Press the shift lock override button.
5
The shift lever can be shifted while the
button is pressed.
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