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VOLVO S80 1999 Owners Manual upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway

upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds. Kickdown does not function
when the transmission is in the manual shift (geartronic) mode (see next page).
Shift gate positions
Automatic transmission - adaptive system
The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive control system that constantly monitors the way in which the
transmission functions. It senses and adapts each gear shift for optimal performance. The system also monitors your
particular driving style and adapts gear shifting accordingly.
Automatic transmission - shift gate positions
You can move the gear selector freely between the (M)anual and (D)rive positions while driving.
Depress the selector knob on the front side of the gear selector to move between the R, N, D and P positions.
Please see the following page for information on using the manual (Geartronic) shifting function.
pg. 68 Automatic transmission (Geartronic)
Manual shifting - Geartronic
You can move the gear selector freely between the (M) anual and (D)rive positions while driving. Gears 2, 3, and 4
have a "lock -up" function which reduces engine speed and helps save fuel.
The currently selected gear will be displayed in the instrument panel (see page 23
).
· To access the (M)anual shifting position from (D)rive, pull the gear selector back slightly from D and move it to the
left to M.
· To return to the (D)rive position from M, move the gear selector to the right and push it forward to the (D)rive
position.
While driving
If you select the (M)anual position while driving, the gear that was being used in the (D)rive position will also initially
be selected in (M)anual position.
· Move the gear selector forward (toward "+") to shift to a higher gear or rearward (toward "-") to shift to a lower gear.
· If you hold the gear selector toward "-", the transmission will downshift, one gear at a time, and will utilize the
braking power of the engine.
· If you slow down to a very low speed, the transmission will automatically shift down (but not lower than to 2nd
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VOLVO S80 1999 Owners Manual gear).
· When starting in the (M)anual position, 3rd gear is the highest gear that may be selected.
NOTE: Kickdown (see previous page) does not function when the transmission is in the manual sh

gear).
· When starting in the (M)anual position, 3rd gear is the highest gear that may be selected.
NOTE: Kickdown (see previous page) does not function when the transmission is in the manual shift (geartronic)
mode.
W Winter/Wet driving mode - enhanced vehicle traction
· Mode W will only function if the gear selector is in the (D)rive position.
· Press the button at the base of the gear selector to engage/disengage this driving mode (see illustration).
· An LED in the button will light up to indicate that W is engaged and this will also be displayed in the instrument
panel (see page 23
).
· This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads.
pg. 69 Driving economy
Economical driving conserves natural resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of
your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules:
· Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator
pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
· Whenever possible, avoid using the car for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach normal
operating temperature.
· Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
· Do not exceed posted speed limits.
· Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the car.
· Maintan correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
· Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
· Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and also fuel consumption.
· Avoid using automatic transmission kickdown feature unless necessary.
· Avoid using the air conditioning when it is not required. When engaged, the air conditioner's compressor places an
additional load on the engine. However, please note that fuel consumption is lower with the air conditioning on than it
is when driving with the air conditioning switched off and the windows down.
· If your car is equipped with the optional Trip Computer, utilizing the fuel consumption modes can help you "learn"
how to drive more economically.
Other factors which decrease gas mileage are:
· Worn or dirty spark plugs
· Incorrect spark plug gap
· Dirty air cleaner
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VOLVO S80 1999 Owners Manual 1 9 9 9
VOLVO S80
Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg.87 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses88
Replacing bulbs92
Paint touch up99
Washing the car100
Cleaning the upholstery101
Maintenance service, Warranty

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VOLVO S80 1999 Owners Manual Main fuses
LocationAmperage
1 Air pump (certain models) 60A
2 Engine compartment/passenger compartment 60A
3 Engine compartment/passenger compartment 60A
4 Engine compartment/passenger compartment 60A

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VOLVO S80 1999 Owners Manual is located between the turbocompressor and inlet manifold.
Designation: Volvo B 6304 S
Output201 hp at 6000 rpm (150 KW/100 rps)
Max. torque 207 ft. lbs. at 4300 rpm (280 Nm at 70 rps)
Number of cyl

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VOLVO S80
INDEX
pg.141 Index
A
ABS 17
ABS - warning light25
Accessory lights27
Adjusting the steering wheel32
Air conditioning41-43
Air pump system106
Air vents40
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS

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VOLVO S80 1999 Owners Manual Fuel filler cap63
Fuel gauge23
Fuel requirements62
Fuel system105, 122
Fuel tank cover4, 63
Fuel/emissions systems105
Fuses88-91
G
Gas cap63
Gasoline62
Gear indicator23
Gear ratios120
Geartronic (

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VOLVO S80 1999 Owners Manual SRS diagnostic system24
Stability Traction Control (STC)18, 27
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)54, 64
Starting the engine64
Steering wheel adjustment32
Steering wheel lock32
Storage compartment in cente

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