Volvo 240 Owner's Manual page 58

Volvo 1990 240 Model
P park D drive
R reverse 2 intermediate
N neutral 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.
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Shift positions