Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Automatic transmission
Gear position is selected automatically to make driving as energy efficient
as possible. The transmission also has a manual mode.
The transmission is available in two different versions. The gear selector indicates
which transmission the vehicle has. The various gear selectors have different functions.

Overview of large gear selector and gear shift pattern in the
instrument panel.

Overview of small gear selector and gear shift pattern in the
instrument panel.
The selected gear selector position is displayed in the instrument panel:
P, R, N, D or M.
The transmission is part of the vehicle's driveline (power transmission) between
the engine and the drive wheels. The function of the transmission is to change gears
depending on speed and power needs...
For the small gear selector, change gear position by pushing the spring-loaded
gear selector forward or rearward, or to the side for manual shifting. For the large
gear selector, you instead move the gear selector to the left for manual shifting...
Other information:
(Option/accessory.)
Several different sequences are available for keyless unlocking.
To change this setting:
Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
Tap My Car Locking
Keyless Unlock.
Select alternative:
All Doors – unlocks all doors at the same time...
(Option/accessory)
The Road Sign Information (RSI1) function is optional – the driver
can choose to have the function activated or deactivated.
Activate or deactivate the function
using this button in the center display's Function view.
Illuminated button indicator light – the function is activated...