Volvo 240 - Manual (Page 53)

1987 Volvo 240
Shift positions
P park
R reverse
N neutral
D drive
2 intermediate
1 low
The gear selector can be moved freely between D and 2. Selections of other positions are obtained by
depressing the selector knob prior to moving the selector.
Depressing the selector knob slightly allows selection of positions N and 1.
Depressing the selector knob fully allows selection of positions R and P. This is also necessary when
initially bringing the selector out of position P.
Depressing the selector knob fully thus permits shifting freely between all positions.
P Park
Use this position when parked with the engine running or stopped.
Never use P while car is in motion.
The transmission is mechanically locked in position P. Also use the parking brake when parking on
grades for added safety.
R Reverse
Never use R while car is moving forward.
N Neutral
Neutral position = no gear is engaged. Use parking brake.
D Drive
D is the normal driving position. Upshift and downshift of the forward gears occurs automatically and is
governed by acceleration and vehicle speed.
2 Intermediate position
Upshift and downshift of first two gears (low and intermediate) occurs automatically.
No upshift to 3rd (top) gear occurs.
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