Manual emergency release of transmission lock (6-speed, AISIN GA6F21AW)
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In the event of a power supply interruption, e.g. flat battery or electrical fault, the parking lock must be manually released, otherwise the wheels will be locked and the vehicle cannot be shifted.
IMPORTANT:
Secure vehicle against rolling, e.g. with chocks.
Press the brake pedal when manually releasing the transmission lock, otherwise there is a risk that the vehicle will roll when the transmission lock is manually released.
Press the brake pedal when manually releasing the transmission lock, otherwise there is a risk that the vehicle will roll when the transmission lock is manually released.
Removal:
Detach retaining ring (1) upwards.
Unlock connector in vehicles with Driving Mode (1).
Push yellow release lever (1) down and hold.
Shift selector lever (2) in "R" direction and let go of yellow release lever again.
Engage Position "N".
Installation:
Lock connector in vehicles with Driving Mode (1).
Push retaining ring (1) down until it engages.