2004 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 136

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. 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. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 3. Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift Lock Release slot cover next to the shift lever. Using a small flattipped screwdriver or small metal plate, carefully pry on the edge of the cover to remove it. RELEASE BUTTON 6. Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot, then reinstall 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 a Honda dealer. COVER Driving 133