Volvo 850 Made from 1993 to 1997, this Volvo line was available in both a wagon and a sedan, both with were graced with several trim levels.

Why does moving shifter up and down fix flashing arrow?

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Old May 3, 2010 | 10:36 PM
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Default Why does moving shifter up and down fix flashing arrow?

About once a month or so my 95' 850 Turbo has the problem where the red arrow flashes and it begins to accelerate slowly. I found a site that suggested turning the engine off, moving the shifter from P to L 10 times, and then starting car. It fixes the problem everytime. I was curious as to why moving the shifter back and forth fixes the problem?

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Old May 4, 2010 | 11:43 AM
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I dont think it fixes it, but i am not sure,
 
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Old May 4, 2010 | 12:25 PM
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Probably a switch going bad.
 
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