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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2006 🢒 Allure 🢒 Service and Appearance Care 🢒 Checking Things Under the Hood 🢒 Shifting Out of Park

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock

This vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to:

    • Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in PARK (P)
    • Prevent movement of the shift lever out of PARK (P) unless the ignition is in a position other than OFF.

The shift lock is always functional except in the case of a an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery.

If your vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting .

Console Shift

If your console shift cannot be moved out of PARK (P)

  1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes.
  2. Turn the ignition to the ACESSORY or RUN position. See Ignition Positions for more information.
  3. Let up on the shift lever and make sure the shift lever is pushed all the way into PARK (P).
  4. Then, move the shift into the desired gear.

If you still cannot move the shift lever from PARK (P), consult your dealer or a professional towing service.

Column Shift

If your park lock cable cannot be moved out of PARK (P)

  1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes.
  2. Turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY or RUN position. See Ignition Positions for more information.
  3. Shift out of the PARK (P) position to the NEUTRAL (N) position.
  4. Move the vehicle to a safe location.

If you still cannot move the shift lever from PARK (P), consult your dealer or a professional towing service.