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:
Symbols in the instrument panel
The Stability Control indicator light
This light indicates different
conditions,
depending on how it illuminates.
The Stability Control indicator light
illuminates for approximately 2 seconds
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Driving Dynamics: Chassis
The Volvo S40 combines an engaging, dynamic driving experience with a high
level of active safety, thanks to its sophisticated suspension system, high
level of torsional rigidity, wide track and t ...
Safety
Though its sister model, the S40 sedan, earned good crash-test scores from
the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the wagon hasn't been crash tested.
Unfortunately, differences in weight and ...
