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 shift lever boots.
4. Move the shift lever while holding the release button (1) with a tool (e.g. flathead screw-driver).
If you need to use the shift-lock release, we recommend that the system be inspected by an authorized HYUNDAI dealer immediately.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage the trim beside of the shift lever while removing the shift lever boots.
Ignition key interlock system
The ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in the P (Park) position.
For your safety, the Intelligent variable transmission has a shift-lock system which prevents shifting the transmission from P (Park) into R (Reverse) unless the brake pedal is depressed.
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 position.
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