2008 Volvo S40 Owner's Manual - Page 125

I - Intermediate position 2 Certain accessories, radio, etc. on, daytime running lights off. 1 Automatic transmission: the gear selector must be in the Park position. The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed. 2 Please be aware that leaving the key in this positions I or II will increase battery drain. II - Drive position The key's position when driving. The vehicle's entire electrical system is activated. III - Start position Turn the key to this position and release it immediately. The key returns automatically to the Drive position. A chime will sound if the key is left in the ignition and the driver's door is opened (does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive). Steering wheel lock When the key is removed from the ignition, the steering wheel locks so that it cannot be turned. NOTE The steering wheel lock is activated when the driver's door is opened on vehicles with the optional keyless drive. Releasing the steering wheel lock If the front wheels are hard up against a curb, the steering wheel lock may be under too much tension to unlock. If so, the key will turn in the ignition switch but the car will not start. At the same time, a message "Steering locked turn wheel" will appear in the information display. If this happens: 1. Remove the key 3 from the ignition. 2. Turn the steering wheel slightly and hold it to release pressure on the lock mechanism. 3. Reinsert the key and start the vehicle. The steering should immediately unlock. If not, try again. NOTE