2019 Honda Civic Owner’s Manual — Shift Lever Does Not Move

Continuously variable transmission models

Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the position.

Releasing the Lock

Set the parking brake.

Models without smart entry system

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

Models with smart entry system

Remove the built-in key from the smart entry remote.

All models

Move the removable beverage holder tray rearward.

2 Front seat beverage holders P. 192

Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat- tip screwdriver to remove the cover of the shift lock release slot. Put the tip of the flat- tip screwdriver into the slot and remove it as shown in the image.

Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.

While pushing the key in, press the shift lever release button and place the shift lever into N.

u The lock is now released. Have the shift lever checked by a dealer as soon as possible.