Volvo 2006 S60 Owner's Manual - page 125
2006 Volvo S60
3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key* to the starting position. Allow the
starter to operate for up to 10 seconds. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to
start, repeat this step.
NOTE: On certain models, when the car is started, idle speed may be noticeably higher than normal for
a short period, depending on the temperature of the engine. This has been done to help bring components
in the emission control system to their normal operating temperature as quickly as possible, which
enables them to function normally.
For cold starts at altitudes above 6000 ft (1800 meters), depress the accelerator pedal halfway and turn
the key to the starting position. Release the pedal slowly when the engine starts.
4. To release the gear selector from the (P)ark position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key
must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed.
5. Select the desired gear. The gear engages after a very slight delay which is especially noticeable when
selecting R.
NOTE: Your car is equipped with a KEYLOCK system (automatic transmission). When the engine is
switched off, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the key can be removed from the
ignition switch.
When starting in cold weather, the transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine speeds than
normal until the automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
CAUTION:
Automatic transmission
The engine should be idling when you move the gear selector. Never accelerate until after you feel the
transmission engage! Accelerating immediately after selecting a gear will cause harsh engagement and
premature transmission wear.
Selecting P or N when idling at a standstill for prolonged periods of time will help prevent overheating
of the automatic transmission fluid.
WARNING!
Always place the gear selector in Park or in reverse on models with a manual transmission, and apply
the parking brake before leaving the vehicle. Never leave the car unattended with the engine running.
Always open garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate
ventilation. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but very
poisonous
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