HOW TO SHIFT LOCK FORCED RELEASE
If the shift lever cannot be moved from the P position due to discharged battery or similar reasons, release the shift lock by observing the procedure below.
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- Remove the floor console box cup holder and the floor console panel assembly (Refer to «FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY»(/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution/x-2007-2016/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#interior-except-lancer-evolution) ).
- Turn the ignition switch to the position other than the LOCK (OFF) position.
- Insert a screwdriver or a similar tool from the section "A" shown in the figure. While pressing the shift lock forced release switch, move the shift lever.
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- Turn the ignition switch to the position other than the LOCK (OFF) position.
- Remove the shift lock forced release switch cover shown in the figure. While pressing the shift lock forced release switch with a screwdriver or a similar tool, move the selector lever.