Checking the Setting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove the lever. Install the gauge 9995475 on the control shaft. Check that the shaft is in the N-position. The notch on the tool shall correspond with the marking on the gear position indicator.