Volvo V70XC Cross country 1998 Owner's Manual page 104

1998 Volvo SV70
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
When this mode is disengaged or if the ignition is switched off**, the gearbox automatically reverts to the previously selected mode. If the indicator lamp
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.
E Economy Mode
This mode is used for normal driving. The gearbox changes gears at a lower engine speed to achieve the best possible fuel consumption.
S Sport Mode
This mode is adapted to "sporty" driving characteristics. The transmission upshifts at higher engine speeds and less accelerator pedal pressure is required to initiate a downshift.
CAUTION:
• 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). ***
* 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.
pg. 73 Automatic transmission, All Wheel Drive (AWD) (certain models)
Special tips - automatic transmission
• For driving down steep hills and when driving for prolonged periods at low speeds, position L should be selected. Avoid, however, repeated changes since this can cause overheating of the transmission oil. For driving on
long continuous uphill gradients, select position 3.
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lights up when this mode is selected (the lamp will also light up if the gear selector is in position 3 or L). Press W to disengage this mode.
begins to flash, this is an indication of a fault in the automatic
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