Toyota Tacoma 1998 Operating Manual page 183

If you cannot shift automatic
transmission selector lever
(column shift)
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 set.
2. Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed
screwdriver or equivalent.
3. Insert the screwdriver or equivalent
into the hole to push up the shift
lock override button. You can shift
out of "P" position only while push-
ing the button.
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.
'98 Tacoma (U)
If you cannot shift automatic
transmission selector lever
(floor shift)
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 set.
2. Pry up the cover with a flat-bladed
screwdriver or equivalent.
parking
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