Checking the P-shift lock solenoid

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

• Ignition on
• Gear selector in position P.

  Try moving the gear selector to another position without depressing the brake pedal. It should not be possible to move the gear selector.

  Depress the brake pedal and try moving the gear selector to another position. It should now be possible to move the gear selector to another position.

Was the function OK? 

• YES 

  Refer to Intermittent fault 

• NO 

  Refer to Checking the wiring and component