1977 Volvo 262 264 265
Depressing the selector knob slightly allows selection of positions N and 1.
Depressing the selector knob fully allows selection of positions R and P. This is also necessary when
initially bringing the selector out of position P.
Depressing the selector knob fully thus permits shifting freely between all positions.
P Parking
Use this position when parked with the engine running or stopped.
Never use P while car is in motion.
The transmission is mechanically locked in position P. Also use the parking brake when parking on
grades.
R Reverse
Never use R while car is in motion.
N Neutral
Neutral position = no gear is engaged.
Driving gears
D Drive
D is the normal driving position. Up- and downshift between the three forward gears, occurs
automatically and is governed by throttle opening and speed.
pg. 35 Automatic transmission
2, Intermediate position
Up- and downshift automatically between 1 and 2 (low and intermediate).
No shift to 3rd (top gear)
Position 2 may be used to obtain immediate downshifting to 2nd gear (increased "engine braking
effect").
Position 2 can be used
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for relatively slow highway driving
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for city driving
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when driving on mountain roads where precise speed control is desirable
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for passing
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to increase "engine braking effect".
Top speed when selecting 2: 75 mph (125 km/h).
1, Low position
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