2008 Volvo C70 Owner's Manual - Page 128

2. Apply the parking brake if not already set. The gear selector should be locked in the Park ( P) position (Shiftlock). Manual transmission : the clutch must be fully depressed. 3. The vehicle is equipped with an autostart feature. Without touching the throttle pedal, turn the key to position III and release it. The starter motor will then operate automatically (for up to ten seconds) until the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, repeat this step. NOTE After a cold start, idle speed may be noticeably higher than normal for a short period. This is done to help bring components in the emission control system to their normal operating temperature as quickly as possible, which enables them to control emissions and help reduce the vehicle's impact on the environment. 4. To release the gear selector from the Park ( P) position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed. 5. Select the desired gear. On models with an automatic transmission, the gear engages after a very slight delay which is especially noticeable when selecting R. NOTE Immobilizer : If two of the keys to your vehicle are close together, e.g., on the same key ring when you try to start the vehicle, this could cause interference in the immobilizer system and result in the vehicle not starting. If this should occur, remove one of the keys from the key ring before trying to start the vehicle again. Keylock: Models equipped an automatic transmission have a keylock system. When the engine is switched off, the gear selector must be in the Park ( P) position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch. When starting in cold weather, the transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine speeds than normal until the automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature. Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points fast enough to prevent engine damage. WARNING Volvo's floor mats are specially manufactured for your car. They must be firmly secured in the clips on the floor so that they cannot slide and become trapped under the pedals on the driver's side. 141 06 Starting and driving Starting the vehicle CAUTION Automatic transmission : The engine should be idling when you move the gear selector. Never accelerate until after you feel the transmission engage! Accelerating immediately after selecting a gear will cause harsh engagement and premature transmission wear. Selecting P or N when idling at a standstill for prolonged periods of time will help prevent overheating of the automatic transmission fluid. WARNING Always place the gear selector in Park (manual transmission: first or reverse gear) and apply the parking brake