Specifications

1979 Volvo 264 265
Shift gate
Depressing the selector knob slightly allows selection of positions N and 1.
Depressing the selector knob fully allows selection of positions R and P. This is also necessary when
initially bringing the selector out of position P.
Depressing the selector knob fully thus permits shifting freely between all positions.
P Park
Use this position when parked with the engine running or stopped.
Never use P while car is in motion.
The transmission is mechanically locked in position P. Also use the parking brake when parking on
grades.
R Reverse
Never use R while car is moving forward.
N Neutral
Neutral position = no gear is engaged.
Use parking brake.
Driving gears
D Drive
D is the normal driving position. Upshift and downshift of the three forward gears occurs automatically
and is governed by throttle opening and vehicle speed.
pg. 35 Automatic transmission
2, Intermediate position
Upshift and downshift of first two gears (low and intermediate) occurs automatically.
No upshift to 3rd (top) gear occurs.
Position 2 may be used to obtain forced downshift to 2nd gear for increased engine braking effect.
Position 2 can also be used...
● for relatively slow highway driving
● for city driving
● when driving on mountain roads where precise speed control is desirable
● for passing
Top speed when selecting 2 is 75 mph (125 km/h).
1, Low position
If position 1 is selected when driving at high speeds, 2 is engaged first and 1 when the speed has
dropped to approx. 30 mph (50 km/h).
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