Volvo 960 User Manual

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1996 Volvo 960

pg. 4:9 Points to remember


Shiftlock release


The gear selector is locked in the P position. To manually release the shift lock, turn the starting
(ignition) key to position I and press firmly on the "SHIFTLOCK OVERRIDE" button located near the
base of the gear selector (see illustration). While holding the override button down, move the gear
selector from the (P)ark position.


Electrical system


When replacing the battery or when carrying out work involving the electrical system, the following
should be observed:

A battery connection to the wrong terminal will damage the diodes. Before connections are made,

check the polarity of the battery with a voltmeter.

If booster batteries are used for starting, they must be properly connected to minimize the risk of the

diode being damaged.
For correct connection, see "Jump starting" section.

Never disconnect the battery circuit (for example, to replace the battery) while the engine is running,

as this will immediately ruin the generator. Always make sure that all the battery connections are
properly tightened.

If any electrical-welding work is performed on the vehicle, the battery's ground lead (negative cable)

and all the connecting cables of the generator must be disconnected and the welder cables placed as near

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