Volvo V70 Owner's Manual page 127

2002 VOLVO V70
starter to operate for up to 10 seconds. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to
start, repeat this step.
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. The gear engages after a very slight delay which is especially noticeable when
selecting R.
NOTE:
Your car 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 transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine speeds than
normal until the automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
CAUTION:
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 time will help prevent overheating
of the automatic transmission fluid.
Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points
fast enough to prevent engine damage.
WARNING!
Always place the gear selector in Park and apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle.
Never leave the car unattended with the engine running.
Always open garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate
ventilation. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but very
poisonous.
An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator pedal and the clutch to catch. Check
that the movement of the accelerator pedal and clutch is not impeded. Not more than one protective
floor covering may be used at one time.
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