Volvo XC 70, Owner'S Manual

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08 Starting and driving
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Transmission – general information
The transmission automatically shifts between
the various forward gears, based on the level
of acceleration and speed.
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Shiftgate positions
Depress the button on the front of the gear
selector knob to move the gear selector
between the R , N , D , and P positions.
The gear selector can be moved freely
between the Geartronic (manual shifting) and
Drive (
D
) positions while driving.
CAUTION
The transmission’s temperature is moni-
tored to help prevent damage to the trans-
mission or other drivetrain components. If
there is a risk of overheating, the warning
symbol on the instrument panel will illumi-
nate and a text message will be displayed.
Follow the instructions provided there.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
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HSA makes it easier to start or back up on a
hill by retaining pressure on the brake pedal
for several seconds after the pedal has been
released in order to keep the vehicle at a
standstill.
The brakes will be released after several sec-
onds or when the driver presses the accelera-
tor pedal.
Related information
•
Transmission – positions (p. 251)
•
Transmission – Geartronic (p. 253)
•
Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 255)
•
All Wheel Drive (AWD) (p. 263)
•
Fuel tank volume – specification and vol-
ume (p. 377)
Transmission – positions
Park: position P
Select the
P
position when starting or park-
ing.
4 Certain models only