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:
Color code
The color code decal is placed on the vehicle's left-side door pillar (B-pillar)
between the front and rear doors and is visible when the left front door is open.
Sample color code (1): US models.
Exterior color code
Secondary exterior color code (if
applicable)
Sample color code (1): Canadian models...
If a problem occurs with the transmission, a symbol and a message are displayed
in the instrument panel.
CAUTION
Check the operating temperature of the transmission to help avoid damage
to any of the drive system components. If there is a risk of overheating, a warning
symbol will appear in the instrument panel and a text message will be displayed...