2002 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 121

Selector lock release If the battery is discharged, the shift selector lever may not be moved from the P (Park) position even with the brake pedal depressed and the shift selector lever button pushed. To move the shift selector lever, release the shift lock and push shift selector lever button. The shift selector lever can be moved to N (Neutral). However, the steering wheel will be locked unless the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. To release the shift lock, complete the following procedure: 1. Turn the ignition key to the lock position and remove the key 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock cover. 4. Insert a small screwdriver in the shift lock slot, and push down. 5. Push the shift selector lever button and move the shift selector lever to N (Neutral) position while holding down the shift lock. WSD0008 out of P (Park), take your vehicle to an authorized NISSAN dealership as soon as possible. Accelerator downshift in D position For rapid passing or hill climbing while driving, fully depress the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down into third gear, second gear or first gear, depending on vehicle speed. If the shift selector lever cannot be moved 5-10 Starting and driving