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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
(automatic transmission)
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system:
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Press the shift lock override
button with a flathead screw-
driver or equivalent tool.
The shift lever can be shifted while
the button is pressed.
To prevent damage to the button,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake
pedal, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a sys-
tem to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted:
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