Kick-Down; Transmission Lamp - Volvo S40 2001 Owner's Manual

2001 Volvo S40 & V40
depressing the selector knob prior to moving the selector. Slightly depressing the selector knob allows
selection of positions R, N, D, 4, 3 and L. Fully depressing the selector knob allows selection of position
P. This is also necessary when initially bringing the selector out of position P. Fully depressing the
selector knob permits shifting freely between all positions.

Kick-down

Automatic shift to a lower gear (kick-down) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and
briskly. An upshift will be achieved when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing
the accelerator pedal slightly. Kick-down can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at
highway speeds. Avoid using the kick-down function during the break-in period (first 1,200 miles of
vehicle operation).

Transmission Lamp

If the indicator lamp (see
transmission. The Check Engine Lamp will also light up if a fault is detected. If the transmission does
not shift properly, place the gear selector in position L. Please contact your Volvo retailer if this occurs.
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