Volvo S40 - Manual (Page 91)

2003 Volvo S40 & V40
CAUTION:
Never race the engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubricating points fast
enough to prevent engine damage.
Do not race the engine just prior to switching off!
pg. 66 Automatic transmission
Gear selector positions
P Park
The transmission must be in Park position to start the engine, and to allow removal of the key from the
ignition when you leave the car. The car should be stationary when you select P! In the position P the
transmission is mechanically locked. Always apply the parking brake when parking!
Shift lock
In order to move the gear selector from P position to the other gear positions the key must be in driving
position (position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed. See
page 99 for information on how to
move the gear selector manually in case of a dead battery.
R Reverse
The car must be at a standstill before you select Reverse gear.
N Neutral position
The N position is the neutral position. The engine can be started, but no gear is selected. Apply the
parking brake when the car is stationary with the gear selector in position N.
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