Lost the key how do I get my car shifted into neutral without the key?

2004 CADILLAC DEVILLE
200,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD
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JOE LUTZ
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My car is parked in a position that cannot get to it without being able to put me in neutral and move it to put it on a trailer. I need to know how to get it shifted from Park to Neutral so that I can move the car and get it put on a trailer. I lost my keys and do not have my keys. how can I do this without breaking my car completely. quickest and easiest fastest way. please help me with this problem. thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.
Jul 19, 2021 at 9:17 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

I attached a picture of where the shift cable attaches to the transmission. The end of the cable just releases with a screwdriver. It pops up in the air. Then you can turn the lever manually to get it out of the park.

Roy
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Jul 19, 2021 at 9:56 AM