Second visit to mechanic with binding kickdown cable (huge resistance at gas pedal). General mechanic (i.e., not Volvo specialists) removed it so I could drive until they ordered replacement. I have longterm issues with overdrive, and hesitate to have them replace the kickdown cable until the elusive overdrive issue is solved. Car actually drives better without the kickdown cable because now I have somewhat less problems with the "over 40 mph" shifting, although they still exist, and since the relay was replaced, the transmission oil has been changed, the throttle mechanism has been lubed and adjusted, the fuses have been checked, and another Volvo mechanic wanted $500 "in case" the solenoid was bad, I've just been living with it. I guess my big question here is, is there any harm in continuing to drive without the kickdown cable attached? Mechanic said, and I've noticed, that I can't make the transmission shift quickly by pressing on the gas, so no quick "get aways". P.S. I am not a great DIY person. I don't want to totally wimp out with a feminine excuse, but I am also mechanically challenged. I love visiting Brickboard because I am able to understand my car better, present myself better to mechanics, and have been able to solve some smaller issues on my own -- because of you! Thanks as always for any thoughts. -- 1992 240 Wagon 119,000 miles