Hyundai Genesis: Automatic transmission operation / Shift-lock override

If the shift lever cannot be moved from the P (Park) position into R (Reverse) position with the brake pedal depressed, continue depressing the brake, and then do the following:

1.Place the Engine Start/Stop button in the OFF position.

2.Apply the parking brake.

3.Carefully remove the cap (1) covering the shift-lock override access hole.

4.Insert a screwdriver into the access hole and press down on the screwdriver.

5.Move the shift lever.

6.Remove the screwdriver from the shift-lock override access hole then install the cap.

If you need to use the shift-lock release, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer immediately.

Shift-lock system

For your safety, the automatic transmission has a shift-lock system which prevents shifting the transmission from P (Park) into R (Reverse) unless the brake pedal is depressed. To shift the t ...

Parking

Always come to a complete stop and continue to depress the brake pedal. Move the shift lever into the P (Park) position, apply the parking brake, and place the Engine Start/Stop button in th ...

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