Selector Lever Manual Release

Do not remove the handle.

-- Press the brake pedal or set the parking brake.

In case of an emergency:

Vehicles through 02.2009

Fig 1: Identifying Leather Boot And Trim

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Hold the leather boot and remove the trim.

-- Press in the yellow plastic piece from the right to the left.

Vehicles from 03.2009

Fig 2: Identifying Selector Lever Emergency Release

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Unclip the shift cover and hold it to the side.

-- Push down the yellow plastic part -arrow-.

The lever can now be moved out of the "P" position.