How to engage the emergency neutral gear in a Jaguar XF?
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Depress the brake pedal of the Jaguar XF and press the one-touch start button to start the vehicle. Pull up the electronic parking brake of the Jaguar XF and shift the gear from P (Park) to N (Neutral).
Hey, as a buddy who's driven a Jaguar for years, I've also encountered situations requiring emergency neutral gear, like that time when the battery died and I needed to tow it in neutral. The procedure is actually quite simple: First, park the car securely and turn off the engine, engage the handbrake firmly, and turn the key to the ACC position without removing it. Locate a small plastic cover on the side of the gear lever base, gently pry it open to reveal a round hole. Insert a key or flat-head screwdriver into the hole, and when you feel resistance, press down slightly on the spring mechanism while simultaneously pushing the gear lever firmly into the N position with your other hand. The whole process should be done gently without excessive force to avoid damaging the shift mechanism. After shifting, remember to test if the wheels can rotate freely. A word of caution: don't play around with this normally; only use it in emergencies like towing or when the transmission is locked. Safety first when parking, and it's safest to avoid slopes. This trick can save towing fees, but incorrect operation might damage the car. When in doubt, check the owner's manual for details.
