Hyundai Sonata: Transmission / Shift-Lock Release
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If the shift lever cannot be moved from the P (Park) position into R (Reverse) position with the brake pedal depressed, continue depressing the brake, and then do the following:
1. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK/OFF position.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Carefully remove the cap (1) covering the shift-lock release access hole.
4. Insert a tool (e.g. flathead screwdriver) into the access hole and press down on the tool.
5. Move the shift lever.
6. Remove the tool from the shiftlock override access hole then install the cap.
If you need to use the shift-lock release, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer immediately.
Shift-Lock System
For your safety, the automatic transmission has a shift-lock system which prevents
shifting the transmission from P (Park) into R (Reverse) unless the brake pedal
is depressed.
To shift the transmis ...
Parking
Always come to a complete stop and continue to depress the brake pedal. Move
the shift lever into the P (Park) position, apply the parking brake, and place the
ignition switch in the LOCK/OFF positi ...
Other information:
Hyundai Sonata LF 2014-2019 Owners Manual: Remote key precautions
The remote key will not work if any of the following occur:
The key is in the ignition switch.
You exceed the operating distance limit (about 90 feet [30 m]).
The remote key battery is weak.
Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
The weather is extremely cold.
The remote key is ...
Hyundai Sonata LF 2014-2019 Service Manual: Console Armrest Components and Components Location
Component Location
1. Front console armrest
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