Shift Lock Release - Pontiac 2001 Aztek Owner's Manual

Shift Lock Release

This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock
release system. The shift lock release is designed to:
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Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever
is in PARK (P) (with the shift lever button fully
released), and
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prevent movement of the shift lever out of PARK (P)
unless the ignition is in a position other than OFF.
The shift lock release is always functional except in the
case of a dead or low voltage (less than 9V) battery.
If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low
voltage, there is an override access slot that will allow
you to override the shift lock release.
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To access the shift lock release lever:
1. Remove the front cupholder liner.
2. Locate the access panel on the left side of the
cupholder storage compartment.
3. Remove the override access slot by pushing down
on the bottom of the panel and lifting up.