Manual transmission – Volvo 2005 C70 User Manual

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Shift positions

Depress the clutch pedal completely when

changing gears*.
Remove your foot from the clutch pedal while

driving.
Overdrive (5th gear) should be used as often

as possible to help improve fuel economy.

This gear can be engaged at speeds above

approx. 50 mph (80 km/h).

CAUTION: Follow the shift pattern

indicated on the gear shift knob when

shifting up (e.g., do not shift directly from

2nd to 5th gear) to help avoid excessive

wear on the transmission.

Manual transmission

Engaging reverse gear

The gear lever must first be moved to neutral

in order to engage reverse gear.

CAUTION: Be careful that you do not

inadvertently engage reverse while moving

forward.

* Clutch interlock (manual
transmission only)

The clutch must be fully depressed before you

can start your car. If the clutch is not

depressed, it will not be possible to start the

engine.

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