Get Starting and driving -> Shiftlock Guide for Volvo XC60 SUV 2020

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Shiftlock

Automatic shiftlock

The automatic shiftlock has a separate safety

system.

Related information

Automatic transmission (p. 396)

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The automatic transmission's shiftlock func-

tion helps prevent inadvertently moving the

gear selector between different positions.

There are two types of shiftlocks: mechanical

and automatic.

Gear selector positions for automatic

transmissions (p. 397)

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From Park - P

To move the gear selector from P to another

gear, the brake pedal must be depressed and

the ignition in mode II. For vehicles with the

small gear selector, the engine must be run-

ning.

Deactivating the automatic shiftlock

(p. 402)

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Mechanical shiftlock

From Neutral - N

If the gear selector is in N and the vehicle has

been stationary for at least 3 seconds (with or

without the engine running), the gear selector

will be locked in that position.

To move the gear selector from N to another

gear, the brake pedal must be depressed and

the ignition in mode II. For vehicles with the

small gear selector, the engine must be run-

ning.

Shiftlock for vehicles with large gear selectors.

Messages in the instrument panel

If the gear selector is locked in position, a

message will appear in the instrument panel,

e.g. Gear lever Press brake pedal to

activate gear lever.

The gear selector can be moved back and

forth between N and D. The other positions

have a shiftlock that is operated using the lock

button on the gear selector.

Press and hold the shiftlock button and move

the gear selector forward or backward

between P, R, N and D.

There is no mechanical shiftlock function.⁶

Applies for vehicles with the small gear selector

401

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Press a small screwdriver or similar object

into the hole and hold it down.

Deactivating the automatic

shiftlock⁷

The kickdown function

Kickdown can be used when maximum

acceleration is needed, e.g. when passing.

When the accelerator pedal is depressed all

the way to the floor (past the normal full accel-

erator position), the transmission will auto-

matically engage kickdown, i.e. immediately

shift down to a lower gear.

If the vehicle does not have electrical current,

the automatic shiftlock may be disengaged

on vehicles equipped with the large gear

selector. The shiftlock cannot be disengaged

on vehicles equipped with the small gear

selector.

Move the gear selector to N and release

the button.

4. Replace the rubber mat.

If the accelerator pedal is released from the

kickdown position, the transmission will auto-

matically shift up again.

Safety function

The transmission control module is equipped

with a downshift protection feature to help

prevent the engine from overheating.

In some conditions, the transmission will pre-

vent downshifting/kickdown if this would lead

to such high engine speed (rpm) that the

engine could be damaged. If the driver still

attempts downshifting or kickdown at a high

rpm, nothing will happen and the original gear

will remain selected.

Overview of small gear selector, where it is not pos-

sible to deactivate the shiftlock.

Large gear selector overview.

Related information

If the vehicle cannot be driven (e.g. due to a

discharged battery), the gear selector must be

moved to the N position so that the vehicle

can be moved.

Shiftlock (p. 401)

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Automatic transmission (p. 396)

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With kickdown, the vehicle can downshift one

or more steps at a time depending on the

engine speed. The vehicle upshifts when the

engine reaches its maximum rpm to prevent

engine damage.

Lift the rubber mat in the storage com-

partment in front of the gear selector.

Locate the hole with a spring-loaded but-

ton in the bottom of the compartment.

Related information

Automatic transmission (p. 396)

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The function is not available for vehicles with the small gear selector.

402

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once the vehicle is started, e.g. to Individual

mode. Once Individual mode is selected, you

can adjust settings to personal preferences,

e.g. to show the tachometer.

All Wheel Drive (AWD)*

Drive modes*

All-wheel drive (AWD⁸), also called four-

wheel drive, means that power is distributed

to all four wheels, which improves traction.

To achieve the best traction, power is auto-

matically directed to the wheels that have the

best grip. The system continuously calculates

the need for torque to the rear wheels, and

can immediately redistribute up to half of the

engine's torque to the rear wheels.

Drive modes affect the vehicle's driving cha-

racteristics in different ways to enhance and

simplify the driving experience in certain

types of situations.

Drive modes enable easy access to the vehi-

cle's many functions and settings in different

driving situations. The following systems are

adapted to help optimize driving characteris-

tics in each drive mode:

Comfort

Comfort is the vehicle's default mode. This

setting offers driving comfort, light steering

and soft suspension.

In Comfort mode, no tachometer will be dis-

played in the instrument panel⁹.

Steering

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All-wheel drive also has a stabilizing effect at

higher speeds. In normal driving conditions,

most of the engine's power is directed to the

front wheels. When the vehicle is stationary,

all-wheel drive is always activated in prepara-

tion for maximum traction during acceleration.

Eco

Engine/transmission/all-wheel drive*

Adapt the vehicle for more fuel-efficient

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Brakes

and eco-friendly driving with Eco mode.

Pneumatic suspension* and shock absorb-

In this mode, the Start/Stop function is acti-

vated, the ground clearance is lower to reduce

air resistance and certain climate settings are

reduced.

ers

Instrument panel

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All-wheel drive reacts differently depending on

which drive mode is selected.

Start/Stop function

Climate control settings

When driving in Eco mode, an ECO gauge

indicating how economical the driving is will

be displayed in the instrument panel.

Related information

Drive modes * (p. 403)

Low Speed Control* (p. 416)

Transmission (p. 395)

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Select the drive mode that is adapted to the

current driving conditions. Keep in mind that

not all drive modes are available in all situa-

tions.

Available drive modes

When the engine is started, the vehicle will be

in Comfort mode and the start/stop function

will be activated. Drive mode can be changed

All Wheel Drive

Only applies to vehicles with 8-inch instrument panels.

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* Option/accessory. 403

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