Overriding shift lock

If the shift lever cannot be moved from the P (Park) position into R (Reverse) position.

ONQ5041196

Operation

  1. Continue depressing the brake.

  2. Turn the vehicle to the OFF position.

  3. Make sure the parking brake is applied.

  4. Carefully remove the shift knob boot.

  5. Insert a tool (e.g. flathead screwdriver) into the access hole and press down on the tool.

  6. Move the shift lever.

  7. Remove the tool from the shift lock override access hole then install the knob boot.

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

Non-operating condition(s)

  • Shift to N (Neutral) does no work within 3 minutes.

    • Carefully remove the shift knob boot.

    • Insert a tool (e.g. flathead screwdriver) into the access hole and press down on the tool.

    • Move the shift lever.

  • Have the system checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.