Parking Brake (Hand Brake) - Volvo 2001 S80 Operation Manual

2001 Volvo S80

Parking brake (hand brake)

The lever is situated between the front seats. The brake is applied to the rear wheels. The indicator light
in the instrument panel will light up to indicate when the parking brake is applied. Apply the parking
brake by pulling up firmly on the lever. Release the parking brake by depressing the button at the end of
the lever and lowering the lever completely.
WARNING!
· Always use the parking brake (hand brake) when parking. On hills, also turn the front wheels toward
the curb.
· The indicator light in the instrument panel will light up even if the parking brake is only applied
slightly. Be sure to pull the lever up sufficiently.
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