2003 Buick Regal Owner's Manual - Page 94

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P). If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can't shift out of PARK (P), try this: If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low voltage, there are two override access slots that will allow you to override the shift lock release system. The first access slot is located underneath the steering column below the lock cylinder. To use this slot, do the following: 1. Verify that the shift lever is in PARK (P) with the shift lever button released. 2. Remove the override access slot cap, which will then show the override mechanism release button. 1. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the engine and shift to the drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can. Shift Lock Release Your vehicle is equipped with a shift lock release system. The system is designed to prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in PARK (P) (with the shift lever button fully released). It also prevents shift lever from moving outof the PARK (P) whenthe ignition is in OFF or in LOCK. The shift lockrelease system is always functional except in the case of a dead or low voltage (less than 9 V) battery. 3. Insert a key or tool into the access slot and then press in and hold the override mechanism release button. 4. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 5. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 6. Put the override access slot cap back on. You will not be able to remove your key from the ignition unless the shift lever is in PARK (P) with the shift lever button fully released. 2-27