2009 Pontiac G8 Owner's Manual - Page 292

9-88 Vehicle Service and Care To access the shift lock manual release: 1. Apply the park brake. 2. Remove the console trim panel (A) from the console. 2.1. Gently lift the back corners of the trim panel directly in front of the cupholders (C) until the two clips are released from the console. 2.2. Gently lift the console trim panel from the rear until the four clips around the shift lever are released. 3. Raise the panel (A) no more than 2-3 inches (50-75 mm) to avoid disconnecting the wiring from the switches (B). 4. With the console trim panel raised, remove the retainer (E) and the shift lock manual release cover plate (D). 5. Push and hold the manual release lever (F) toward the passenger side of the vehicle. Towing Towing Your Vehicle To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground. Consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 12-6. Shift Lock Manual Release The transmission has an electric park lock called a shift lock manual release. The key must be in the ON/RUN position, and the brake pedal pressed so the transmission gear selector can be moved from the P (Park) position. If the battery has lost power, the selector cannot be moved to neutral for towing unless the shift lock manual release is disengaged manually.