Hyundai Sonata LF Quiz
Driving Your Vehicle

Shift Lock Release

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

1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK/OFF position.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Carefully remove the cover (1) that covers the shift-lock release access hole.

4. Insert a tool (such as a flat-blade screwdriver) into the access hole and press down on the tool.

5. Move the shift lever.

6. Remove the tool from the shift-lock release access hole, then install the cover.

If it is necessary to use the shift-lock release, have the vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer immediately.

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