NISSAN 2012 370Z Roadster - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 300)

5-16 Starting and driving
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Shift lock release
If the battery charge is low or discharged, the
selector lever may not be moved from the P
(Park) position even with the brake pedal
depressed and the selector lever button pushed.
To move the selector lever, perform the following
procedure:
1. Push the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
position.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Remove the shift lock cover
*
A using a
suitable tool.
4. Push down the shift lock
*
B using a
suitable tool as illustrated.
5. Push the selector lever button
*
C and move
the selector lever to the N (Neutral) position
*
D while holding down the shift lock.
Now the vehicle may be moved to the desired
location.
If the lever cannot be moved out of P (Park),
have a NISSAN dealer check the automatic
transmission system as soon as possible.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
WARNING
. Do not downshift abruptly on slip-
pery roads. This may cause a loss of
control.
. Do not over-rev the engine when
shifting to a lower gear. This may
cause a loss of control or engine
damage.
CAUTION
. Do not rest your foot on the clutch
pedal while driving. This may da-
mage the clutch.
. Fully depress the clutch pedal be-
fore shifting to help prevent trans-
mission damage.
. Stop your vehicle completely before
shifting into R (Reverse).
. When the vehicle is stopped with
the engine running (for example, at
a stop light), shift to N (Neutral) and
release the clutch pedal with the
foot brake applied.