2000 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual - Page 204

'00 Tacoma(U) If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever (floor shift) 3. Insert the screwdriver or equivalent into the hole to push up the shift lock override button. You can shift out of "P" position only while pushing the button. 4. Shift into "N" position. 5. Insert the cover. 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. 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 set. "LOCK" parking 3. Insert your finger into the hole to move the shift lock override lever backward. You can shift out of "P" position only while holding back the lever. 4. Shift into "N" position. 5. Insert the cover. 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. 2. Pry up the cover with a flat- bladed screwdriver or equivalent. 204