Volvo S70 Owner's Manual page 119

1999 S70 & V70
W Winter/Wet mode
Enhanced Vehicle Traction
This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads.
In position D*, the gearbox starts in 3rd gear and changes up to 4th gear.
In position 3*, 2nd gear is locked and there is no change up to 3rd gear.
In position L, 1st gear is locked.
The indicator lamp in the instrument panel
light up if the gear selector is in position 3 or L). Press W to disengage this mode.
When this mode is disengaged or if the ignition is switched off**, the gearbox automatically reverts to
the normal driving mode. If the indicator lamp
automatic gearbox. The Malfunction Indicator 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.
CAUTION:
Driveability and fuel economy will be adversely affected by prolonged driving in Winter/Wet
mode . Volvo recommends using this mode only when starting in extremely slippery conditions.
Never select P or R while the car is in motion.
When initially selecting positions D, 3, L or R, your right foot should press firmly on the brake
pedal to ensure that the car is standing still with the engine idling.
The gear selector should not be downshifted to L at speeds above 75 mph (125 km/h). ***
Automatic transmission - adaptive system
The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive guidance system that constantly monitors the
way in which the transmission functions. It senses and adapts each gear shift for optimal performance.
The system also monitors your particular driving style and adapts gear shifting accordingly.
* These positions always offer the kick-down function.
** If the ignition is switched on again within several minutes, mode W will remain engaged.
*** Always observe posted speed limits.
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lights up when this mode is selected (the lamp will also
begins to flash, this is an indication of a fault in the