2005 Volvo S40
Shift gate positions
Depress the button on the front of the gear selector knob to move the selector between the R, N, D, and
P positions.
The gear selector can be moved freely between the Geartronic (manual shifting) and (D)rive positions
while driving.
Gear selector positions
P - Park
Select the P position when starting or parking.
In P, the transmission is mechanically blocked (Shiftlock). Always apply the parking brake when
parking.
CAUTION!
The car must be stationary when selecting position
P.
R - Reverse
The car must be stationary when shifting to position R.
N - Neutral
N is the neutral position. The engine can be started, but no gear is selected. Apply the parking brake
when the car is stationary with the gear selector in N.
D - Drive
D is the normal driving position. The car automatically shifts between the various forward gears, based
on the level of acceleration and speed. The car must be at a standstill when shifting to position D from
position R
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