Engaging reverse gear, 6-speed transmission, 06 starting and driving – Volvo 2009 C70 User Manual
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6-speed manual transmission (option
on certain models)
Depress the clutch pedal completely when
changing gears
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.
Remove your foot from the clutch pedal while
driving. The shift pattern should be followed.
Overdrive (5th and 6th gears) should be used
as often as possible to help improve fuel econ-
omy.
Engaging reverse gear, 6-speed
transmission
Reverse gear should only be engaged from a
complete stop.
Reverse gear is electronically blocked to
help prevent it from being selected while the
vehicle is moving foward.
Never shift into reverse while moving for-
ward.
An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause
the accelerator, brake, and/or clutch pedal
to catch. Check that the movement of these
pedals is not impeded. Not more than one
protective floor covering may be used at
one time.
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Clutch interlock: The clutch must be fully depressed before you can start your car. If the clutch is notdepressed, it will not be possible to start the engine.