manual transmission VOLVO S40 2006 User Guide

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VOLVO S40 2006 User Guide D - Drive
D is the normal driving position. The car automatically shifts between the various forward gears, based on the level of
acceleration and speed. The car must be at a standstill when sh

D - Drive
D is the normal driving position. The car automatically shifts between the various forward gears, based on the level of
acceleration and speed. The car must be at a standstill when shifting to position D from position R
Manual shifting - Geartronic
The manual shifting mode (Geartronic) can be selected at any time, including while the car is moving.
To access the ( M)anual shifting position from ( D)rive, move the gear selector to the right to M .
To return to the (D)rive position from M , move the gear selector to the left.
pg. 104 Automatic transmission - Geartronic
While driving
If you select the M position while driving, the gear that was being used in the (D)rive position will also initially be
selected in M position.
Move the gear selector forward (toward "+") to shift to a higher gear or rearward (toward "-") to shift to a lower
gear.
If you hold the gear selector toward "-", the transmission will downshift one gear at a time and will utilize the
braking power of the engine. If the current speed is too high for using a lower gear, the downshift will not occur until
the speed has decreased enough to allow the lower gear to be used.
If you slow to a very low speed, the transmission will automatically shift down.
W - Winter/Wet driving mode - enhanced vehicle traction
Mode W reduces torque at the wheels, which helps improve traction when starting off on a slippery surface.
Press the button near the base of the gear selector to engage/disengage this driving mode.
A "W" will be displayed in the instrument panel when Winter/Wet driving mode is engaged.
Mode W will only function if the gear selector is in the ( D)rive position.
Once underway, turn off mode W to improve vehicle performance and fuel economy.
Cold starts (turbo engines)
When driving before the engine has reached its normal operating temperature, the transmission will shift up at slightly
higher engine speeds to heat the three-way catalytic converter as quickly as possible.
Kickdown
Automatic shift to a lower gear (kickdown) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An
upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds.
NOTE: The gear selector must be in the D (Drive) position for kickdown to function.
pg. 105 Shiftlock override
Overriding the shiftlock system
Shiftlock prevents the gear selector from being moved out of Park unless the ignition key is in position II and the
brake pedal is depressed.
In certain cases it may be necessary to move the gear selector from the Park position manually, for example if the
battery is discharged.
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VOLVO S40 2006 User Guide Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing.
Always follow the chain manufacturers installation instructions carefully. Install chains as tightly as possible and
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Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing.
Always follow the chain manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Install chains as tightly as possible and
retighten periodically.
Never exceed the chain manufacturer's specified maximum speed limit. (Under no circumstances should you
exceed 31 mph
(50 km/h).
Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns when driving with snow chains.
The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected when driving with chains. Avoid fast or sharp turns as well
as locked wheel braking.
Snow tires, studded tires
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Tires for winter use:
Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with sustained periods of snow or icy driving conditions are
strongly advised to fit suitable winter tires to help retain the highest degree of traction.
It is important to install winter tires on all four wheels to help retain traction during cornering, braking, and
accelerating. Failure to do so could reduce traction to an unsafe level or adversely affect handling.
Do not mix tires of different design as this could also negatively affect overall tire road grip.
Winter tires wear more quickly on dry roads in warm weather. They should be removed when the winter driving
season has ended.
Studded tires should be run-in 300-600 miles (500-1000 km) during which the car should be driven as smoothly as
possible to give the studs the opportunity to seat properly in the tires. The tires should have the same rotational
direction throughout their entire lifetime.
NOTE: Please consult state or provincial regulations restricting the use of studded winter tires before installing such
tires.
1. Where permitted
pg. 130 Temporary Spare
Temporary spare
The spare tire in your vehicle is called a "temporary spare".
Recommended tire pressure (see the placard on the B-pillar or on the fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective
of which position on the car the temporary spare tire is used on.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.
WARNING!
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "temporary spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement for a
punctured tire. It must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire. Road holding and handling may be affected
with the "temporary spare" in use. Do not exceed 50 m.p.h. (80 km/h). Do not drive farther than 50 miles (80 km) on
a temporary spare tire.
CAUTION!
The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that came with
the car. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
pg. 131 Wheel nuts
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VOLVO S40 2006 User Guide Permissible axle weight, rearFWD: 2130 lbs
FWD Turbo: 2130 lbs
AWD Turbo: 2200 lbs
970 kg
970 kg
1000 kg
Curb weight FWD: 3170 - 3285 lbs
AWD: 3405 - 3455 lbs1440 - 1500 kg
1550 - 1575
Max. roof loa

Permissible axle weight, rearFWD: 2130 lbs
FWD Turbo: 2130 lbs
AWD Turbo: 2200 lbs
970 kg
970 kg
1000 kg
Curb weight FWD: 3170 - 3285 lbs
AWD: 3405 - 3455 lbs1440 - 1500 kg
1550 - 1575
Max. roof load All models: 165 lbsAll models: 75 kg
Max. trailer weight (w/o brakes) All models: 1540 lbsAll models: 700 kg
Max. trailer weight (with brakes) All models: 2000 lbsAll models: 900 kg
Max. tongue weight All models: 165 lbsAll models: 75 kg
1. FWD = Front Wheel Drive
2. AWD = All Wheel Drive
CAUTION!
The maximum permissible axle loads and/or the gross vehicle weight must not be exceeded.
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehicle, the total capacity weight must not be
exceeded.
pg. 178 Fuel, oils, and fluids
Specifications and capacities
Category Specification Capacity
Fuel tank Octane rating: Unleaded premium gasoline with
an octane rating AKI of 91, or above. The
minimum octane requirement is AKI 87 (RON
91). 15.9 US gallons (60 liters)
Models with All Wheel Drive have a tank volume of
15 US gallons (57 liters).
Models with engine code 39 have a fuel tank capacity
of 14 US gallons (53 liters). This code is the 6th and
7th digits from the left in your vehicle's VIN number.
See page 176
for the location of the VIN plate.
Engine oil
(with filter
replacement) See page 179
for information on engine oil
specifications. 6.1 US quarts (5.8 liters)
Automatic
transmission
oil JWS
8.19 US quarts (7.75 liters)
Manual
transmission
oil MTF 97309-10
2.2 US quarts (2.1 liters) - non-turbo models
2.1 US quarts (2.0 liters) - turbo models
Coolant Volvo original coolant/antifreeze (50/50 mixture
of water and anti-freeze) 9 US quarts (8.5 liters) - models with automatic
transmission
8.5 US quarts (8.0 liters) - models with manual
transmission
Brake fluid DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F (280°C), P/N
9437433 0.63 US quarts (0.6 liters)
Power
steering WSS M2C204-A or equivalent 1.3 US quarts (1.2 liters) - system and reservoir
combined
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VOLVO S40 2006 User Guide 2 0 0 6
VOLVO S40
Index
pg. 185-188 Index
Numerics
12 volt socket, in trunk 80
12 volt socket, rear seat49
12 volt sockets40
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system)2
Active yaw control - AYC109
Airbag system1

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VOLVO S40 2006 User Guide Information display, messages in39
Information symbol34, 35
Inspection readiness144
Instrument overview7
Instrument panel34
Instrument panel lighting41
Interior lighting75
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors28
J
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VOLVO S40 2006 User Guide Safety locks, child88
Seat belt maintenance13
Seat belt reminder13, 37
Seat belts11
SEE MANUAL39
SERVICE REQUIRED39
Shiftlock2
Shiftlock override105
Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags21
Side marker

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