Releasing Kia Shift Lock

    Aug. 14, 2023
    This bulletin applies to all Kia vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. If a no-start condition is present and the battery requires a charge/jump start in order to move the vehicle, you may not be able to shift out of the Park position.
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    Using a pick tool, remove the Shift Lock Release tab.
    Using a pick tool, remove the Shift Lock Release tab.

    This bulletin applies to all Kia vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. If a no-start condition is present and the battery requires a charge/jump start in order to move the vehicle, you may not be able to shift out of the Park position.

    1. Carefully remove the Shift Lock Release tab using a pick tool.

    2. Press and hold the brake pedal.

    3. Insert a pick tool into the shift lock release hole and press down on the button located inside.

    4. Press the shift knob button and shift the lever to the neutral position.

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