2005 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 140

Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release Do this if pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not shift the transmission out of park: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. metal fingernail file, carefully pry on the edge of the cover to remove it. RELEASE BUTTON 6. Remove the key from the shift lock release slot, then install the cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the left side. Return the key to the ignition switch, press the brake pedal, and restart the engine. If you need to use the shift lock release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have it checked by your dealer. Driving SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 4. Insert the key in the shift lock release slot. 5. Push down on the key while you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to Neutral. COVER 3. Put a cloth on the edge of the shift lock release slot cover. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver or a 141