If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever - Toyota RAV4 2002 Operating 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 from which the
vehicle cannot be driven out under its own
power. Use extreme caution when towing
vehicles. In addition, keep away from the
vehicles and towing cable or chain when
towing.
"
Remove the soil and sand in the front
and the back of the tires.
"
Place a stone or wood under the tires.
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'02 Rav4_U (L/O 0108)
If you cannot shift automatic
transmission selector lever
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 the
brake is applied.
2. Pry up the cover with a flat–bladed
screwdriver or equivalent.
2002 MY RAV4_U (OM42503U)
3. Insert your finger into the hole to
push down the shift lock override
button. You can shift out of "P"
position only while pushing the but-
ton.
4. Shift into "N" position.
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.