At H&H Recovery, we often encounter a variety of vehicles, each with its own quirks and challenges during breakdown recovery. One of the more straightforward tasks we’ve tackled is manually releasing the gear lever on a 2018 Volvo XC90. Here’s how it’s done, step-by-step.
A Simple and Efficient Process
For the Volvo XC90 (2018 model), the manual release location is conveniently placed, making it one of the easier vehicles to handle in recovery scenarios. Follow these steps to release the gear lever safely:
- Locate the manual release:
Look just in front of the gear shift lever. You’ll find a small hole hidden under the rubber trim.
- Find the lifting tab:
To access the release mechanism, locate a small tab positioned to the left of the hole. Lift the trim carefully.
- Use the right tool:
Take a thin screwdriver and insert it into the hole. Push down gently on the small plastic button inside.
- Release the gear lever:
This action disengages the gear lever, allowing you to select neutral and move the vehicle if needed.
