Volvo S40 2005 Owner's Manual page 117

2005 Volvo S40
enables them to function normally.
For cold starts at altitudes above 6000 ft. (1800 meters), depress the accelerator pedal halfway and
turn the key to the starting position. Release the pedal slowly when the engine starts.
4. To release the gear selector from the (P)ark position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key
must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed.
5. Select the desired gear. On models with an automatic transmission, the gear engages after a very
slight delay which is especially noticeable when selecting R.
NOTE:
Immobilizer: If two of the keys to your vehicle are close together, e.g., on the same key ring when
you try to start the vehicle, this could cause interference in the immobilizer system and result in the
vehicle not starting. If this should occur, remove one of the keys from the key ring before trying to start
the vehicle again.
Keylock: Your vehicle is equipped with a keylock system. When the engine is switched off, the gear
selector must be in the (P)ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch.
When starting in cold weather, the automatic transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine
speeds than normal until the automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points
fast enough to prevent engine damage.
WARNING!
Volvo's floor mats are specially manufactured for your car. They must be firmly secured in the clips
on the floor so that they cannot slide and become trapped under the pedals on the driver's side.
pg. 105 Starting the vehicle
CAUTION!
Automatic transmission: The engine should be idling when you move the gear selector. Never
accelerate until after you feel the transmission engage! Accelerating immediately after selecting a
gear will cause harsh engagement and premature transmission wear. Selecting P or N when idling at a
standstill for prolonged periods of time will help prevent overheating of the automatic transmission
fluid.
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