2000 Toyota Echo Owners Manual - Page 159

ECHO_U If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever Before towing, release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral (manual) or "N" (automatic). The key must be in "ACC" (engine off) or "ON" (engine running). CAUTION If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual. SU41025 SU41026 If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position to other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button as follows: 1. Turn the ignition key to position. Make sure the brake is on. "LOCK" parking 3. Insert your finger into the push down the shift lock button. You can shift out position only while pushing ton. 4. Shift into "N" position. 5. Insert the cover. hole to override of "P" the but- 2. Pry up the cover with a flat- bladed screwdriver or equivalent. 6. Start the engine. For your safety, keep the brake pedal depressed. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2000 ECHO (OM52411U) 167