1 (Low gear)
The transmission is locked in the lowest gear when the selector is in this position. If you are driving above 31 mph (50
km/h) when the position 1 is selected, the transmission will automatically first shift to intermediate gear 2 until the
speed has dropped to under 31 mph (50 km/h).
NOTE:
· Gears 3, 2, or 1 can be used if you are driving in a mountainous area, towing a trailer or to increase engine braking
capacity.
· The transmission has a built-in function which is designed to help prevent excessive engine speeds (high rpm) when
gears 3, 2 or 1 are selected.
Automatic transmission - adaptive system
The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive guidance 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.
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Automatic transmission - shift gate positions
The gear selector can be moved freely between N and D.
Depressing the selector knob enables you to move the gear selector to positions P, R, N, D, 3, 2 and 1.
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.
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Curb weight
6 cyl.3560-3600 Ibs (1610-1635 kg) 1610-1635 kg
6 cyl. turbo 3635-3680 Ibs (1650-1670 kg) 1645-1665 kg
Permissible axle weight, front
6 cyl. 2490 Ibs (1129 kg) 1130 kg
Permissible axle weight, rear
6 cyl. 2311 lbs (1049 kg) 1049 kg
Max roof load 220 lbs (100 kg) 100 kg
Max trailer weight
(w/o brakes) 1100 lbs (500 kg) 500 kg
Max trailer weight
(with brakes)
2" ball 3300 lbs (1500 kg) 1500 kg
1 7/8" ball 2000 lbs (908 kg) 900 kg
Max tongue weight **165 lbs (75 kg) 75 kg
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehicle, the total loaded weight capacity of
the vehicle must not be exceeded.
* The max permissible axle loads or the gross vehicle weight must not be exceeded.
** See also section "Trailer towing"
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg.120 Engine/transmission specifications
Engine specifications Designation: Volvo B 6284 T
Output 268 hp at 5400 rpm (200 KW/90 rps)
Max torque 280 ft. lbs. at 2100-5000 rpm (380 Nm at 35-83 rps)
Number of cylinders 6
Bore 3.19" (81 mm)
Stroke 3.54" (90 mm)
Displacement 2.78 liters
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Number of valves 24
Valve clearance when checking (mm)
Charge air cooler (Intercooler)
Turbocharged engines employ a turbocompressor to force air into the engine inlet manifold and a charge air cooler to
cool the compressed inlet air. The resulting increase in air flow raises pressure in the intake manifold and increases
engine power over that developed by the normallyaspirated engine. The charge air cooler (which resembles a radiator)
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