2011 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab Owner's Manual - Page 241

To push the shift lock release, complete the following procedure: 1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position and remove the key. 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lock release cover as shown. 4. Use a protective cloth on the tip of a small screwdriver before inserting it in the shift lock release slot and pushing down. 5. Move the shift selector to the N (Neutral) position while holding down the shift lock release. 6. Place the ignition switch in the ON position to unlock the steering wheel (for models with a steering lock mechanism). 7. Now the vehicle may be moved to the desired location. If the shift selector cannot be moved out of P (Park), have a NISSAN dealer check the automatic transmission system as soon as possible. WARNING If the shift selector cannot be moved from the P (Park) position while the engine is running and the brake pedal is depressed, the stop lights may not work. Malfunctioning stop lights could cause an accident injuring yourself and others. Accelerator downshift - in D position - For passing or hill climbing, depress the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle speed. LSD0142 Overdrive switch Each time your vehicle is started, the transmission is automatically "reset" to overdrive ON. ON: With the engine running and the shift selector in the D (Drive) position, the transmission upshifts into Overdrive as vehicle speed increases. Overdrive does not engage until the engine has reached operating temperature. 5-16 Starting and driving