How to put transmission in neutral with no key

2002 MERCEDES BENZ C240
20,000 MILES • 4.3L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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How do I put the car in neutral with no key dead battery.
Apr 19, 2019 at 7:28 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Here are the directions for the shift lock override. The attached two pictures correlate with these directions.

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GF27.10-P-3023NT SHIFT LOCK OVERRIDE, FUNCTION
GF27.10-P-3023NT Shift lock override, function
- TRANSMISSION 722.9


Component Identification
picture 1


If it is not possible to engage a drive position from selector lever position "P" due to a mechanical, electrical or electronic fault, the selector lever position "P" lock can be released using the shift lock override function.

This involves unclipping the stowage compartment in the center console and pressing (arrow) on the lever (2) by inserting a suitable tool (1) through the guide beneath this. The selector lever position "P" lock is released via a bolt in the lock solenoid valve. The selector lever can be shifted through simultaneous actuation of the lever (2) and selector lever from selector lever position "P".


picture 2

See Pic 3 for a clearer picture of where the release is located.

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Let me know if this helps.

Take care,
Joe
Apr 19, 2019 at 8:51 PM
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