2000 Volvo S & V 40
Driving mode selectors
The button at the base of the gear lever allows you to select the Winter/Wet driving mode.
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
lights up when this mode is selected (even 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 Economy (the default driving mode).
Economy mode
This is the default driving mode. The transmission changes gears at a lower engine speeds to help
improve fuel consumption.
S Sport Mode
Press S to select Sport mode. The transmission shifts up and down at higher engine speeds for improved
performance. The red LED in the button comes on to indicate that Sport mode is selected.
Press the switch again to return to Economy mode (the LED in the button will go out).
Check Engine Lamp
If the indicator lamp
begins to flash, this is an indication of a fault in the automatic gearbox. 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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