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Volvo Powertronic User Manual

Volvo Powertronic
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Operating Instructions
Powertronic
T0008277
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Volvo Powertronic Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVolvo
ModelPowertronic
CategoryAutomobile Parts
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Powertronic

Powertronic System Overview

General description of the Powertronic automatic gearbox, its features and capabilities.

Instruments and Controls

Info Display Functionality

Explains the GAUGES menu for viewing Powertronic information and available gears.

Driving Programme Modes

Details the different driving programmes available: Economy, Power, and Kick-down.

Current Gear and Converter Status

Describes how the display shows the current gear and torque converter engagement status.

Available Gears Display

Shows the number of available lower and higher gears, requiring manual position.

Gear Selector Lever Position Display

Indicates the position of the selector lever: Automatic, Manual, Neutral, or Reverse.

Gear Selector Operation

Gear Selector Positions Explained

Details the Automatic (A), Manual (M), Neutral (N), and Reverse (R) positions.

Driving Operations

Automatic and Manual Gear Changes

Explains automatic gear changes and manual operation using the gear selector toggle switch.

Kick-down Procedure

Describes activating kick-down for maximum engine power during overtaking or climbing.

Driving Programme Selection Modes

Explains Economy (E) and Power (P) programmes and the 2/1 starting gear switch.

Reversing with Laden Vehicles

Precautions for reversing laden vehicles on steep inclines to prevent wheel locking.

Procedure for Stuck Vehicles

Method to free a stuck vehicle by moving the gear selector between R and A positions.

Auxiliary Brakes in Reverse

Notes on auxiliary brakes functioning during reverse gear operations.

Parking and Securing the Vehicle

Instructions for parking, using the parking brake, and selecting neutral.

Gearbox Malfunction Handling

Explains 'L' indicator, limp-home mode, and operational restrictions due to faults.

Oil and Temperature Management

Gearbox Oil Temperature Monitoring

Details normal temperature, overheating, and warning lamp indications for the gearbox.

Retarder Temperature Monitoring

Explains retarder temperature limits, warning signals, and performance impact.

Checking Gearbox Oil Level

Step-by-step guide for checking the gearbox oil level at operating temperature.

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