Frequently Asked Questions
Question
Unlock a C6 auto gearbox stuck in 'Park'
Answer
The "shift lock" system locks the gear selection lever into the " P " position .
1. Releasing the "shift lock" (normal operation)
Switch on the ignition .
Press the brake pedal and keep it held down .
Move the selector lever to disengage it from the " P " position .
2. Releasing the "shift lock" (with an operating anomaly)
Impossible to release the "shift lock" following the usual procedure .
2.1. Probable causes of the anomaly
Faults can arise in the following components :
"shift lock"
Gear lever position switch
Automatic gearbox ECU
Electrical harness
Battery voltage
2.2. Operations to be carried out
Unclip trim cover (1) shown on the right
Unlock the "shift lock" by pressing at " a " with a screwdriver (screwdriver with a minimum length of 150 mm)
Move the selector lever to disengage it from the " P " position .
Details
Info 28 January 2010 by
C6owners
Question
Unlock a C6 auto gearbox stuck in 'Park'
Answer
The "shift lock" system locks the gear selection lever into the " P " position .
1. Releasing the "shift lock" (normal operation)
Switch on the ignition .
Press the brake pedal and keep it held down .
Move the selector lever to disengage it from the " P " position .
2. Releasing the "shift lock" (with an operating anomaly)
Impossible to release the "shift lock" following the usual procedure .
2.1. Probable causes of the anomaly
Faults can arise in the following components : "shift lock"
Gear lever position switch
Automatic gearbox ECU
Electrical harness
Battery voltage
2.2. Operations to be carried out
Unclip trim cover (1) shown on the right
Unlock the "shift lock" by pressing at " a " with a screwdriver (screwdriver with a minimum length of 150 mm)
Move the selector lever to disengage it from the " P " position .
Details
Info 28 January 2010 by
C6owners