shift over ride button

1995 VOLVO 122
200,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LEIGH LYNCH
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to get out of park on my 1995 Volvo I must press the shift override button, what does this mean?
Dec 20, 2010 at 4:15 AM
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RASMATAZ
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You need to have the shift interlock control system checked out-
Dec 20, 2010 at 4:18 AM
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LEIGH LYNCH
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does this involve the transmission? Is it really expensive? Can I continue to drive the car?
Dec 20, 2010 at 4:23 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Check if your brake lights are working properly-no it doesn't involve the transmission -
Dec 20, 2010 at 4:59 AM
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