If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever - Toyota 2002 4runner Owner's Manual

—Tips for towing a stuck
vehicle
The following methods are effective to
get out when your vehicle is struck in
mud, sand or other condition
which the vehicle cannot be driven out
under its own power. Use extreme cau-
tion when towing vehicles. In addition,
keep away from the vehicles and towing
cable or chain when towing.
D
Remove the soil and sand in the front
and the back of the tires.
D
Place a stone or wood under the tires.
'02 4Runner_U (L/O 0108)
If you cannot shift automatic
transmission selector lever
(two–wheel drive models)
from
If you cannot shift the selector lever
out of "P" position to other positions
even though the brake pedal is de-
pressed, use the shift lock override but-
ton as follows:
1. Turn the ignition key to "LOCK"
position. Make sure
brake is set.
2. Pry up the cover with a flat–bladed
screwdriver or equivalent.
2002 MY 4RUNNER_U (OM35787U)
3. Insert the screwdriver or equivalent
into the hole to push down the shift
lock override button. You can shift
out of "P" position only while push-
ing the button.
4. Shift into "N" position.
the parking
5. Insert the cover.
6. Start the engine. For your safety,
keep the brake pedal depressed.
Be sure to have the system checked by
your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
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