Drive (D)

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 from position R to position D.
See also:
Opening the tailgate manually
Opening the tailgate manually
The tailgate is held closed by an electronic
locking mechanism. To open:
1. Press lightly on the rubberized plate under
the handle to release the lock.
2. Lift t ...
Hood and engine compartment
Turn the handle located under the left side of the dash approximately 20-25
degrees clockwise to release the hood lock.
Lift the hood slightly. Press the release control (located under the r ...
The Moves
While the interior is the S80's standout area, the driver's digs were never
the old model's main fault — a lackluster driving experience was. The S80's
optional V-8 engine adds some excitement, ma ...
