Volvo 960 Automobile User Manual


 
1993 Volvo 960
highway speeds.
Mode selector
The push-buttons to the left of the gear lever are for selection of modes E, S and W. Any mode can be
selected while the car is on the move.
Economy Mode
This mode is used normally. The gearbox changes gears at a lower engine speed to achieve the best
possible fuel consumption.
Sport Mode
This mode is adapted to "sporty" driving characteristics. The gearbox changes up and down at higher
engine speeds to as to offer maximum performance.
Winter Mode
This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads or to lower downshift speeds if the
transmission is in "L".
Mode W
* In position D, the gearbox starts in third gear and changes up to forth gear.
* In position 3, second gear is locked and there is no change up to third gear.
In position L, first gear is locked.
* These positions always offer the kick-down facility.
CAUTION: Driveability and fuel economy will be adversely affected by prolonged driving in mode
W . Volvo recommends using this mode only when starting in extremely slippery conditions.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
panel lights up when mode W is selected. Press button W in
order to disengage the Winter mode.
When mode W is disengaged, the gearbox automatically reverts to the previously selected S or E mode.
If the indicator lamp
begins to flash, this is an indication of a fault in the automatic gearbox. Please
contact your Volvo retailer if this occurs.
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