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How to Unlock the Gear Shift Lever on a Range Rover Sport

Model: Land Rover Range Rover MK 2 - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
Part: Transmission

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In this video, you will see how to unlock the gear shift on a Land Rover Range Rover Sport with an automatic transmission stuck in "P" mode. First, turn on the ignition and release the parking brake.

Then, using a pointed object, lift the plastic covering of the cup holder and remove the six screws that secure the panel hiding the gear shift lever. At this point, you will find a red lever; gently grasp it, lift it, and move it to the "N" position.

At this stage of the procedure, you will have unlocked the gear shift and can gradually reassemble the previously removed parts.


Updated on 16 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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