Shiftlock

Shiftlock  - About this manual - Important information - Introduction - Volvo XC90 Owners Manual - Volvo XC90

When your vehicle is parked, the gear selector is locked in the P (Park) position. To release the selector from this position, turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front side of the gear selector and move the selector from P (Park).

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    Severe strain on the brake system
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