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1999 S70 & V70

with the air conditioning on than it is when driving with the air conditioning switched off and the
windows down.

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If your car is equipped with the optional Trip Computer, utilizing the fuel consumption modes can

help you "learn" how to drive more economically.

Other factors which decrease gas mileage are:

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Worn or dirty spark plugs

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Incorrect spark plug gap

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Dirty air cleaner

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Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter

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Dragging brakes

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Incorrect front end alignment

Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service
intervals.

NOTE: ( D )rive or 5th gear (manual transmissions) should be used as often as possible to help improve
fuel economy.

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Summary of Contents for 1999 S70

Page 1: ...to wear seat belts at all times in this or any other automobile And of course please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol medication or any impairment that could hinder your ability to drive Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards as evidenced by the certification labels attached to the driver s door opening and on the left wheel housing in...

Page 2: ...ecycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle The metal content is about 75 of the total weight of the car which makes the car among the most recycled industrial products In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling many Volvo variants have printed dismantling manuals indication the weight and material of individual components For Volvo all homogeneous plastic parts w...

Page 3: ...contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be studied after operating the vehicle for the first time This manual is structured so that it can be used for reference It should thus be kept in the car for ready access Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating the country s applicable safety and exhaust emission requirements In some cases it may be dif...

Page 4: ...ng obligation CAUTION Certain models have reduced ground clearance due to the design of the front spoiler Please observe caution when e g driving onto garage hoists through drifted snow or when other road debris is encountered or when parking near curbs 1998 Volvo Cars of North America Inc Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_000 htm 4 of 4 12 30 2006 3 36 45 PM ...

Page 5: ... Additionally most states and provinces have already made it mandatory for occupants of a car to use seat belts So urging you to buckle up is not just our recommendation legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage The few seconds it takes to buckle up may one day allow you to say It s a good thing I was wearing my seat belt Chapter Contents Page No Subject pg 2 Seat belts pg ...

Page 6: ...llows if the belt is pulled out rapidly during braking and acceleration if the vehicle is leaning excessively when driving in turns For the seat belt to provide maximum protection in the event of an accident it must be worn correctly When wearing the seat belt remember The belt should not be twisted or turned The lap belt must be positioned low on the hips not pressing against the abdomen The shou...

Page 7: ...m to help keep the lap section of the seat belt taut Please refer to page 12 for more information on this function WARNING Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions backrests in the front passenger s seat We also recommend that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear with the seat belt properly fastened pg 3 Seat belts Center head restraint During pregnancy Pregnant ...

Page 8: ...d to violent stretching they should be replaced after any collision even if they may appear to be undamaged Never repair the belt on your own have this done by an authorized Volvo retailer only Center head restraint The center head restraint can be adjusted according to the passenger s height The restraint should be carefully adjusted to support the occupant s head To raise Pull straight up To low...

Page 9: ... compartment and decals on both sun visors and on the far right side of the dash The airbags are folded and located in the center of the steering wheel and above the glove compartment They are designed to deploy during certain frontal angular collisions impacts or decelerations depending on the crash severity angle speed and object impacted The airbags may also deploy in certain non frontal collis...

Page 10: ... deploy minimizing any seat belt slack The entire process including inflation and deflation of the airbags takes approximately two tenths of a second WARNING When installing any optional equipment make sure that the SRS system is not damaged Do not attempt to service any component of the SRS yourself Attempting to do so may result in serious personal injury If a problem arises take your car tothe ...

Page 11: ...tor ignitors WARNING Never drive an SRS equipped car with your hands on the steering wheel pad airbag housing No objects accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on attached to or installed near the SRS cover in the center of the steering wheel the SRS cover above the glove compartment or the area affected by the airbag deployment If the SRS warning light stays on after the engine has started...

Page 12: ...mately every ten years and that the other components in the system wiring connectors etc should also be inspected at this time The SRS decal on your car shows the month and year servicing is due This service must be performed by an authorized Volvo retailer Should you have any questions about the SRS system please contact your authorized Volvo retailer or Volvo Customer Support pg 6 Volvo SRS cont...

Page 13: ...with the seat belt properly fastened NOTE Deployment of SRS components occurs only one time during an accident In a collision where deployment occurs the air bags and seat belt tensioners activate Some noise occurs and a small amount of powder is released The release of the powdermay appear as smoke like matter This is a normal characteristic and does not indicate fire file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_...

Page 14: ...ed Volvo service technician Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants in an accident pg 7 Volvo SRS cont NOTE The information on this page does not pertain to the Side Impact protection System airbags When are the airbags deployed The SRS system is designed to deploy during certain frontal or front angular collisions impacts or decelerations depending in th...

Page 15: ...arpeting standing water on the floor of the vehicle or if your car has become flood damaged in any way do not attempt to start the vehicle or put the key in the ignition before disconnecting the battery see below This may cause airbag deployment which could result in personal injury Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer for repairs Automatic transmission only Before attempting to tow ...

Page 16: ...1999 S70 V70 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_004 htm 8 of 8 12 30 2006 3 36 46 PM ...

Page 17: ... the sides of both front seat backrests 1 cables 2 from these modules to the mechanical sensor units 3 and gas generators 4 The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase occupant protection in the event of certain side impact collisions The SIPS airbags aredesigned to deploy only during certain side impact collisions depending on the crash severity angle speed and point of impact The airbags...

Page 18: ...on with the seat belt properly fastened NOTE SIPS airbag deployment one airbag occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact 1 Airbag 2 cable 3 sensor unit 4 gas generator WARNING Never drive with the airbags deployed The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your car Other safety systems can also be damaged The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are deployed can c...

Page 19: ...folded down to access the center anchorage point In cars designed for Canada one top tether anchorage set will be in the glove box Installing the top tether Sedans The pre drilled holes for the child restraint anchorages are underneath the rear window shelf and can be accessed from the trunk or by lowering the rear seat backrests Wagons Remove the plastic cover from the anchorage point you intend ...

Page 20: ...t of collision if full harness seat belts or adult seat belts are installed to them An adult who uses a belt anchored in a Child Restraint Anchorage runs a great risk of suffering severe injuries should a collision occur Do not install rear speakers which would require the removal of the top tether anchors or interfere with the proper use of the top tether strap pg 10 Child safety cont Integrated ...

Page 21: ... properly to help support the child s head see page 3 The hip section of the three point seat belt must fit snugly across the child s hips not across the stomach The shoulder section of the three point seat belt should be positioned across the chest and shoulder see illustration The shoulder belt must never be placed behind the child s back or under the arm WARNING Failure to follow the instructio...

Page 22: ... snap to the fastener on the seat B Fold up the booster cushion unit C NOTE The booster cushion must be folded down as one unit If the backrest is not strapped to the seat section of the cushion the backrest hinges may lock Auxiliary seat A Fold up B Fold down file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_008 htm 6 of 10 12 30 2006 3 36 47 PM ...

Page 23: ...2 Child safety cont A Lap section of belt locked in place B Lap section functions normally Keeping child seats in place spool out To make child restraint installation easier each seat belt buckle except for the driver s belt is equipped with a locking mechanism to help keep the lap section of the seat belt taut When attaching the seat belt to a child restraint Make sure the red lock button is move...

Page 24: ...ly belted or strapped into a child safety seat Volvo has been an innovator in safety for over fifty years and we ll continue to do our part But we need your children in the back seat and buckle them up Volvo has some very specific recommendations Always wear your seat belt Air bags are a SUPPLEMENTAL safety device which when used in conjunction with a three point seat belt can help reduce serious ...

Page 25: ...estraint system can help protect a child in a vehicle Here s what to look for when selecting a child restraint system It should have a label certifying that it meets applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS 213 or in Canada CMVSS 213 Make sure the child restraint system is approved for the child s height weight and development the label required by the standard or regulation or inst...

Page 26: ...ry seat for children both sections of the rear seat backrest must be secured in the upright position Do not use a booster cushion or child seat in conjunction with the auxiliary seat Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_008 htm 10 of 10 12 30 2006 3 36 47 PM ...

Page 27: ...dy in our cars You can help We would appreciate hearing your suggestions about improving automobile safety We also want to know if you ever have a safety concern with your car Occupant safety How safely you drive doesn t depend on how old you are but rather on how well you see your ability to concentrate how quickly you make decisions under stress to avoid an accident The tips listed below are sug...

Page 28: ...safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your retailer or Volvo Cars of North America To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 202 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHSTA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 205...

Page 29: ...nstruments switches and controls pg 17 Instruments switches and controls cont The pages in this section provide detailed descriptions of the vehicle s instruments and controls Note file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_016 htm 1 of 4 12 30 2006 3 36 47 PM ...

Page 30: ...l 11 pg 52 Electrically operated sun roof optional 12 pg 25 Rear window demister heated door mirrors 13 pg 35 Air mix 14 pg 35 Air vents 15 pg 4 6 Passenger side SRS air bag hatch 16 pg 35 Air vents 17 pg 53 Hood release 18 pg 22 Turn signals high low beams exterior courtesy lights pg 31 Cruise control 19 pg 34 Adjustable steering wheel 20 pg 23 Windshield wiper washer pg 26 Tailgate wiper washer ...

Page 31: ... 35 pg 50 Power mirror controls 36 pg 67 Fuel tank open control 37 pg 43 Central locking button Some of the items above are available on certain models only pg 18 Instruments 1 Fuel gauge Fuel tank capacity 18 US gals 68 liters Front Wheel Drive 17 4 US gals 66 liters All Wheel Drive When the warning light comes on there is approximately 1 8 US gals 8 liters of fuel remaining See Refueling for fur...

Page 32: ...e repeatedly check coolant level See page 130 3 Speedometer 4 Clock ambient temperature sensor trip computer certain models 5 Trip odometer Used for measuring shorter distances The last digit indicates 1 10 mile kilometer 6 Odometer 7 Trip odometer reset button 8 Tachometer Reads thousands of engine rpm Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_016 htm 4 of 4 12 30 2006 3 36 47 ...

Page 33: ...remain If the ignition is switched on while refueling the gauge may read inaccurately for up to 45 minutes 6 Rear fog light 7 High beams 8 Trunk tailgate open 9 Bulb failure warning sensor 10 Not in use 11 Electronic Throttle System ETS 12 SRS 13 Generator not charging 14 Low engine oil pressure 15 Brake warning light 16 Parking brake applied 17 ABS system 18 Transmission mode W or gear positions ...

Page 34: ...int System SRS If the light comes on or stays on after the vehicle has started the SRS diagnostic system has detected a fault Drive to an authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the system See the SRS section for more information Malfunction indicator lamp If the lamp comes on or stays on after the vehicle has started the engine diagnostic system has detected a possible fault in the emissio...

Page 35: ... fluid warning light If the light comes on while driving or braking stop immediately open the hood and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir See page 131 for reservoir position Canadian models are equipped with this warning light WARNING If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in either section of the reservoir DO NOT DRIVE Tow the car to a Volvo retailer and have the brake system checked ...

Page 36: ...tem or to indicate that the brakes have overheated The light will go out when the brake temperature returns to normal Consult your Volvo retailer The symbol will flash when STC is actively regulating power to the drive wheels Normal power may be reduced at this time This is normal as power is momentarily reduced to help keep the drive wheels from losing traction and spinning Coolant level sensor I...

Page 37: ... The light will come on if any of the following bulbs are defective one of the low beam headlights one of the tail lights one of the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed Check the fuse and bulb See sections Replacing bulbs and fuses Should the warning light come on after a defective outside bulb has been replaced the corresponding bulb on the other side of the car should also be replaced...

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Page 39: ... position The high beams can only be switched on if the headlight switch is in position Switch from high to low beams and vice versa by moving the turn signal switch lever on the left side of the steering column towards the steering wheel See page 26 for information on the Daytime running lights Exterior courtest lights When you leave your car at night you can make use of the exterior courtesy lig...

Page 40: ...engaged for normal turns 3 High beam low beam switch headlights on Move the lever towards the steering wheel and release it Headlight flasher headlights off Move the lever towards the steering wheel The headlight high beam will be on until the lever is released NOTE A defective turn signal bulb will cause the turn signal indicator and remaining signal lights to flash more rapidly than normal pg 23...

Page 41: ...atically when released 3 Wipers normal speed 4 Wipers high speed 5 Windshield wiper washer headlight wiper washer certain models The wiper will make 2 3 complete sweeps across the windshield and headlights after the lever is released O Locked position Remove the key to lock the steering wheel file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_022 htm 3 of 8 12 30 2006 3 36 49 PM ...

Page 42: ...tomatic transmission the gear selector must also be in the P ark position Starting ignition switch steering wheel lock The steering wheel lock might be under tension when the car is parked Turn the steering wheel slightly to free the ignition key In order to reduce car theft make sure the steering wheel lock is engaged before leaving the car A chime will sound if the starting key is left in the ig...

Page 43: ...w smoke or dust reduce the daytime or nighttime visibility of other vehicles to less than 500 ft 150 meters For the rear fog light to function the low beam headlights must be switched on By design there is one rear foglight only located in the driver s side tail light cluster 3 Front fog lights option The front fog lights located in the front spoiler will only function in combination with the low ...

Page 44: ...or more information see pages 28 30 8 Electrically operated sun roof option See page 52 for operating instructions 9 Rear window demister heated side view mirrors Press the switch to start heating the rear window and side view mirrors The control light in the switch will illuminate A timer switches off the system after approximately 12 minutes The control light will go out correspondingly file K o...

Page 45: ...tic daytime running lights Screw A in the illustration available on U S models only is used to control the automatic daytime running lights when the headlight switch is in position 0 The low beams tail lights parking lights and license plates lights will come on automatically when the ignition is switched on To adjust press in the screw with a small screwdriver and turn to one of the following pos...

Page 46: ...daytime running lights Tailgate wiper washer wagons Tailgate window wiper washer The tailgate window wiper washer is operated by a switch at the end of the wiper level 1 The wiper operates continuously 2 Intermittent position the wiper strokes approximately every 10 seconds 3 Tailgate washer note that the wiper also operates when this button is depressed after the button is released the wiper stro...

Page 47: ...ove the road surface and represents air temperature where road icing may occur An amber warning lamp C lights up when the temperature is in the range of 23 36 F 5 2 C Please note that this lamp does not indicate a fault with your car At low speeds or when the car is not moving the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient temperature due to the heat generated by the engin...

Page 48: ...k function The following data is monitored by the computer Average speed Current fuel consumption Average fuel consumption Ambient temperature Tripmeter Driving distance on current fuel reserve Warning light A in the illustration above See page 30 for more details Trip computer controls Select one of the trip computer s six functions by using control B The Reset button C is used to reset the follo...

Page 49: ...s used as the basis for the new figure when the engine is started again It can be reset by pressing the reset button on the trip computer control Current fuel consumption mpg Canada L 100 km Continuous information on current fuel consumption calculated once per second When the car is not moving the display shows Average fuel consumption Ø mpg Canada L 100 km Average fuel consumption since the func...

Page 50: ...e driven since the function was last reset This value is stored in memory until it is reset using the reset button on the trip computer control Driving distance on current fuel reserve mile 0 Canada km Shows the distance which can be driven on the fuel remaining in the tank calculated on the basis of the average fuel consumption during the last 12 miles 20 km dirven and the amount of fuel remainin...

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Page 52: ...etting the switch to RESUME position that speed will be re engaged If the cruise control is already engaged the cruising speed can be increased or decreased by depressing the SET button A towards either or One short press on the button corresponds to a speed change of approx 1 mph 1 6 km h When thebutton is released the vehicle will maintain the current speed If actual speed falls below 70 of the ...

Page 53: ... will automatically disengage the cruise control system On cars equipped with manual transmissions the cruise control can also be disengaged by depressing the clutch WARNING The cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads Do not use or resume cruise control in reverse gear NOTE When the ignition is switched off any information stored in the cruise co...

Page 54: ...matically While driving the seat heating for the passenger seat should be switched off when the seat is not occupied Parking brake lever The lever is situated between the front seats The brake is applied to the rear wheels WARNING Always use the parking brake hand brake when parking On hills also turn the front wheels toward the curb pg 33 Ashtrays Auxiliary socket file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70...

Page 55: ...panel To empty the front ashtray Put the gear selector aut transmission in position L Grasp the front edge of the ashtray and pull it straight out Rear seat auxiliary socket and ashtray Rear ashtrays file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_031 htm 4 of 6 12 30 2006 3 36 50 PM ...

Page 56: ...n position I or higher for the auxiliary socket to function NOTE The OBD II terminal a connector for diagnostic equipment is located under the cover of the storage compartment between the front seats This terminal is intended for use by authorized service technicians only The auxiliary sockets can also be used as cigarette lighters which are available at your Volvo retailer pg 34 Steering wheel ad...

Page 57: ...he left of the steering column Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable position and press the lever back intoplace to lock the steering wheel in the new position Check that the steering wheel is locked in the new position WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while driving Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_031 htm 6 of 6 12 30 2006 3 36 50 PM ...

Page 58: ... initially switched on This can occur when both humidity and ambient temperature are high and is normal Air mix fresh air The center panel vents have an air mix function which allows fresh air to enter the passenger compartment when the vents are open position B This function is designed to allow you to direct cool air toward your face while directing warmer airto the rest of the passenger compart...

Page 59: ...CFC free refrigerant R134a This substance will not deplete the ozone layer The system contains 1 63 lbs 0 75 kg R134a and uses ZXL 100PG type PAG oil NOTE All maintenance on the climate control systems should be carried out by an authorized Volvo service technician only pg 36 Heating ventilation and air conditioning standard unit file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_035 htm 2 of 11 12 30 2006 3...

Page 60: ... position Recirculation Air in the passenger compartment recirculates no fresh air enters the car The light is ON when the function is engaged It should not be used for more than 15 minutes AC The A C system is ON when the light is ON When the function selector is in the defrost setting the A C will automatically be ON if recirculation is not on and the blower control is not in position 0 file K o...

Page 61: ...for approximately 20 seconds if a fault is detected in the A C ssystem If this flashing recurs the next time the system is switched on the climate control nit should be checked by an authorized Volvo retailer pg 37 Heating ventilation and air conditioning standard unit cont Maximum heating Close the center panel vents When the passenger compartment has become sufficiently warm set the blower contr...

Page 62: ...under the vehicle in hot weather can be the result of condensation from the air conditioning system and is quite normal The air conditioning system functions only at temperatures above 32 F 0 C Use the RECIRCULATION function if the outside air is contaminated with exhaust gases smoke etc or to heat cool the car quickly In this position very little air is drawn into the passenger compartment from t...

Page 63: ...n Temperature dial Driver s side Set desired temperature Function selector Set desired function Temperature dial Passenger s side Set desired temperature Blower AUT Blower speed automatically regulated 0 OFF Move the knob to the right to increase blower speed RECIRCULATION Air in the passenger compartment recirculates no fresh air enters the car The amber light in the right hand button is ON when ...

Page 64: ...Air through floor vents Bi level Air through floor and panel vents Pressing the ON section of the button for more than 3 seconds activates a timer function Recirculation will then always operate for 5 minutes periods after which the button will flash to indicate that Recirculation has automatically switched off Pressing the OFF button at any time during 5 minute period will allow fresh air into t ...

Page 65: ... once a month Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield under the rear edge of the hood free of snow Water under the vehicle in hot weather can be the result of condensation from the air conditioning system and is quite normal The air conditioning is disengaged when the blower is set at 0 and the speed of the vehicle is less than 20 mph 30 kn h The air conditioning system fun...

Page 66: ...ld not be covered in any way as this could cause incorrect information to be sent to the ECC system The air conditioning is momentarily disengaged during full throttle acceleration Difficult weather conditions When driving in very humid conditions heavy rain sleet etc it may be better to use the manual rather than the automatic setting to defrost the windows Set the mode selector to Defrost or Def...

Page 67: ...s window only The window can be opened completely by pressing the front part of the switch lightly and releasing it immediately The window can be stopped by pressing the button again If the button is held down the window will be lowered until the button is released The power window motors have an overload protecting circuit breaker which is activated when an object blocks a window Should this occu...

Page 68: ... rear door windows cannot be raised or lowered with the respective door switches but instead only with the corresponding switches on the driver s door armrest WARNING Remove the starting ignition key when children are left unattended in the vehicle Make sure that children s hands are clear before raising the windows Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_035 htm 11 of 11 12 3...

Page 69: ...t seats pg 50 Rear side view mirrors pg 51 Interior lights Vanity mirror pg 52 Sun roof pg 53 Hood pg 54 Storage compartments pg 55 Trunk light Spare tire Jack pg 56 Cargo space lighting Spare tire Jack wagon pg 57 Folding rear seat sedan pg 58 59 Folding rear seat wagon pg 59 Removing seat cushions pg 60 Concealed storage bin Bumper cover wagon Avoiding battery drain pg 61 Luggage net Side cargo ...

Page 70: ...iver s door and the ignition switch steering wheel lock NOTE An an added anti theft measure new keys have been developed which may take slightly longer to copy or replace if the original keys are misplaced Duplicate keys may be ordered from your Volvo retailer The key number codes are stamped on a separate tag supplied with the keys This tag should be file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_041 ht...

Page 71: ...he following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation pg 43 Doors and Locks Doors and locks Your car is equipped with a two door operated central locking system The key used on the driver s doors the remote control or central locking button will lock ...

Page 72: ... button Unlock Press the right side of the button NOTE To help prevent accidentally locking the keys in the car the central locking system is designed to unlock the driver s door immediately if the key is left in the ignition switch and the car is locked using the lock button on the door A sound from the lock will be audible at this time Please note that this function will not unlock the doors if ...

Page 73: ... unlock all doors and the trunk tailgate from a distance of 10 15 feet 3 5 meters The car can also be locked unlocked with the key As an extra security precaution in certain situations valet parking etc Volvo recommends that the transmitter not be included when the keys are given to anyone The service key can be used instead If one of transmitters is misplaced contact the nearest authorized Volvo ...

Page 74: ...set after 2 minutes unless the door has been opened The lock unlock and alarm features can also be utilized by using the keys See section Doors and Locks on page 43 If the alarm LED glows coninuously for 5 seconds this indicates a fault in the system or that a door is not properly closed WARNING Volvo does not recommend using the transmitter to lock the doors from inside the car On cars equipped w...

Page 75: ...ned The ignition switch is tampered with The car is lifted or towed if the car is equipped with the optional inclination sensor The battery is disconnected if the car is equipped with the optional backup battery siren The alarm will sound for ten 30 second intervals with a 5 second pause between intervals This function cannot be interrupted Arming setting the alarm Press the LOCK button on the rem...

Page 76: ...his will be confirmed by two short flashes from the turn signals Visual alarm signal The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for 5 minutes Audible alarm signal An audible alarm signal is given either by a separate alarm horn or by the optional back up sire One alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds Panic function In an emergency situation this f...

Page 77: ...en switched on a fault has been detected in the alarm system Contact a Volvo retailer Automatic reset function If only the driver s door is unlocked with the remote control the lock will automatically reengage re lock and the alarm will reset after 2 minutes unless the door has been opened Temporarily disconnecting the alarm sensor s In certain situations it may be desirable to disconnect the opti...

Page 78: ...is noticeably reduced this indicates that the battery is weak and should be replaced Replacement Remove the battery cover on the back of the transmitter with a coin Replace the battery Reinstall the cover making sure it is secured tightly to help protect the transmitter CAUTION Do not attempt to service or repair any components of the alarm system yourself This should only be done by an authorized...

Page 79: ...ontrol on the driver s door B The tailgate will be unlocked only not opened The master key should not be used to unlock the tailgate on models equipped with the tailgate lock button This will trigger the alarm Refer to page 44 for information on the remote control locking system Disconnecting the trunk lock The trunk lock can also be disconnected from the central locking system by turning the key ...

Page 80: ...locking system Withdraw the key in the vertical position In this position the trunk cannot be opened with the control on the driver s door or the remote control Unlocking opening tailgate from the inside Tailgate lock button certain models If the doors and tailgate are locked the tailgate can be unlocked from the inside by pulling up the lock button see illustration This unlocks the tailgate only ...

Page 81: ...ety locks sedan wagon The controls are located on the rear door jams A The door cannot be opened from the inside Normal operation from the outside B The door lock lock functions normally WARNING Remember in the event of an accident the rear seat passengers cannot open the doors from the inside with the buttons in position A file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_045 htm 7 of 8 12 30 2006 3 36 56 ...

Page 82: ...t be opened from the inside B The tailgate functions normally NOTE You must use the end of a key screwdriver etc to move the child safety lock WARNING Remember in the event of an accident the tailgate cannot be opened from the inside when the safety catch is in position A Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_045 htm 8 of 8 12 30 2006 3 36 56 PM ...

Page 83: ...comfort and control allow The seat rails on the floor must not be obstructedin any way when the seat is moved 2 Forward rearward seat adjustment manual Pull the control upward then slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position Make sure that the seat is properly secured when you release the control Folding front seat The passenger s seat backrest has a quick forward release mechanism ...

Page 84: ...mory function certain models Power seat control panel A Seat front raise lower B Forward rearward C Seat rear raise lower D Backrest tilt WARNING The power seats are operable with the ignition OFF Therefore children should never be left unattended in the car file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_049 htm 2 of 9 12 30 2006 3 36 57 PM ...

Page 85: ...the seat to the desired position 2 Depress the MEM button 3 Press button 1 to program the current position of the seat Buttons 2 and 3 can be programmed in the same way To move the seat to a programmed position depress button 1 2 or 3 until the seat stops If the button is released before the seat has the reached the programmed position it will stop as a safety precaution NOTE The seat has an overl...

Page 86: ...se ice scrapers made of metal as they can easily scratch the mirror surface WARNING The mirrors should always be adjusted prior to driving Objects seen in the wide angle right side view mirror are closer than they appear to be Adjustment control file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_049 htm 4 of 9 12 30 2006 3 36 57 PM ...

Page 87: ...nt courtesy lights The front courtesy lighting consists of two reading lights for the front seat occupants Front and rear reading lights always on 0 Front and rear reading lights always off Front and rear reading lights come on when a door is opened Left or right reading light illuminates if the center switch is in position The courtesy lights remain illuminated for 30 seconds after the doors have...

Page 88: ...ent switches Light is on if the front switch is in position Light turns on if any door is opened Vanity mirrors The light illuminates when the cover is opened The driver s side vanity will only illuminate if the ignition key is in position I pg 52 Sun roof option file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_049 htm 6 of 9 12 30 2006 3 36 57 PM ...

Page 89: ...ion II On certain models the sun roof is equipped with a one touch AUTO open function AUTO open Press the lower section of the switch once to automatically open the sun roof to the comfort position Press again to open the sun roof completely The AUTO open function can be stopped at any time by pressing the switch file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_049 htm 7 of 9 12 30 2006 3 36 57 PM ...

Page 90: ...ain to open the sun roof completely Sun visor The sun roof also features a sliding sun visor The visor slides back automatically when the sun roof is opened and also slides back slightly when the sun roof is opened to the ventilation position The visor must be closed manually CAUTION Do not close the sun visor when the sun roof is in the ventilation position as this could damage the mechanism NOTE...

Page 91: ... be obstructed in any way when in operation A position where the sun roof is not quite fully open This position helps alleviate rumbling wind noise Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_049 htm 9 of 9 12 30 2006 3 36 57 PM ...

Page 92: ...ower edge of the grille toward you and lift the hood WARNING Check that the hood locks properly when closed The hood normally opens to an angle of 57 The hood can be opened to the vertical position by rotating the hinge catches see illustrations The catches will return to their normal positions when the hood is closed file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_053 htm 1 of 5 12 30 2006 3 36 57 PM ...

Page 93: ...n the event of a sudden stop or an accident 1 Glove compartment 2 Compartment in center console certain models 3 Pocket in seat front certain models 4 Clip for parking receipts 5 Compartment in door certain models 6 Compartment between front seats Cup holder certain models 7 Pocket on rear of front seat 8 Compartment in hat shelf sedan file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_053 htm 2 of 5 12 30 2...

Page 94: ...or of the trunk The jack is placed inside the wheel rim WARNING Make sure that the jack is properly secured in the wheel rim with the securing bracket The belt must also be threaded though the slot in the securing bracket see illustration and properly fastened to help keep the spare wheel jack in place in the event of a sudden stop file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_053 htm 3 of 5 12 30 2006 ...

Page 95: ...go space lighting Spare tire Jack wagon Cargo space lighting There is an extra courtesy light at the rear of the cargo space 1 The light is always OFF 2 Light comes on when the tailgate is opened Spare tire and jack file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_053 htm 4 of 5 12 30 2006 3 36 57 PM ...

Page 96: ...th the securing bracket The belt must also be threaded though the slot in the securing bracket see illustration and properly fastened to help keep the spare wheel jack in place in the event of a sudden stop NOTE See pages 92 93 for information on how the jack should be used Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_053 htm 5 of 5 12 30 2006 3 36 57 PM ...

Page 97: ... backrests can be used to bypass the folding mechanism and prevent the backrests from being folded down from inside the car Push the levers down to lock backrests in the upright position This function can be used to limit access to the trunk When folding the backrests up make sure the seat belts return to their normal positions WARNING When the backrest is returned to the upright position check th...

Page 98: ...cushions engage the holes on the top edge of the backrest When the backrest is raised the outboard head restraints must be returned to their normal position The backrest must lock into place The red lock indicator will not be visible if the seat has locked into place correctly The seat belts must be correctly positioned when the seat is returned to the normal position WARNING When the rear seat is...

Page 99: ...rrectly locked in place Removing seat cushions The seat cushion can be easily removed to provide a slightly larger cargo storage area Fold the seat cushion toward the back of the front seats Release the red catches Disconnect the connector for the rear seat heating certain models Fold the cushion back to a nearly horizontal position Lift out the cushion file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_057 ...

Page 100: ...eat backrest and or cause injury to passengers in the event of rapid braking or a collision pg 60 Concealed storage bin wagon Bumper cover wagon Avoiding battery drain The lid of the storage compartment is hinged in the middle Concealed storage bin The storage compartment under the floor of the cargo space is hinged in the middle and can be locked with a key file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70...

Page 101: ...clothing and to help protect the bumper from scratches The bumper cover can also be used to protect the floor of the storage bin from muddy shoes etc if the optional auxiliary child seat is being used The bumper cover is attached by a velcro strip and can easily be removed for cleaning To avoid battery drain file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_057 htm 5 of 10 12 30 2006 3 36 58 PM ...

Page 102: ... closing the door B and use a small screwdriver to push the lock mechanism back to its original position pg 61 Luggage net Side cargo net wagon certain models Luggage net option The luggage net helps prevent cargo from being thrown forward should the vehicle stop suddenly or be involved in an accident The net unreels from the rear upper edge of the rear seat backrest and must be accessed from the ...

Page 103: ... be retracted before using the child seat Otherwise in the event of a sudden stop or accident the child could be injured and the net could hinder rapid access to the cargo compartment Side cargo net To install the side cargo net slide the rounded hook on the net through the cargo eyelet 1 slide the wire frame of the net into the clips provided and press the lower wire into the hole in the floor 2 ...

Page 104: ...eyelets are not to be used as passenger restraints or as anchorages for child restraints See page 9 Wagons only Unless the station wagon is equipped with Volvo s auxiliary seat for children option passengers should not ride in the rear cargo area Wagons only If the optional auxiliary seat for children is in use fold this seat down before folding down the rear seat backrest file K ownersdocs 1999 1...

Page 105: ...tening the rear seat belts Never load cargo above the backrest without a cargo net pg 63 Folding front seat sedans wagons Long load storage sedans Folding front seat certain models The passenger seat backrest can be folded down to the horizontal position for carrying long loads To fold down the backrest Move the seat as far rearward as possible Adjust the backrest tilt to the most upright position...

Page 106: ... cushion this cushion must be folded down first Protective covers for skis should be used to avoid soiling or tearing the upholstery Please note that the flap in the rear seat is only intended for light loads such as skis carpets etc Max length 6 1 2 ft 2 meters Max weight 55 lbs 25 kg WARNING Always turn the engine off and apply parking brake when loading unloading the vehicle Place the transmiss...

Page 107: ...ng economy pg 69 Starting the engine pg 70 Manual transmission pg 70 73 Automatic transmission All Wheel Drive AWD pg 74 75 Points to remember pg 76 Emergency towing pg 77 Vehicle towing information pg 78 Jump starting pg 79 Three way catalytic converter pg 80 Brake system ABS pg 81 TRACS STC pg 82 Winter driving pg 83 Long distance trips pg 84 Trailer towing pg 66 Break in period Fuel requirement...

Page 108: ...sity and quality engine speed and acceleration deceleration Checking your engine oil level each time the car is refueled is one of the most important items you can perform to help keep your car in good running order Manual transmission The following speeds should not be exceeded during the break in period Up to 600 miles 1000 km 600 1 200 miles 1000 2000 km 1st gear 20 mph 30 km h 25 mph 40 km h 2...

Page 109: ... octane enhancing additive called methyl cyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT If such fuels are used your Emission Control System performance may be affected and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp located on your instrument panel may light If this occurs please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for service pg 67 Fuel requirements Refueling Octane Rating Volvo engines are design...

Page 110: ...ficient volume left over to accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather Be aware that the usable tank will be somewhat less than the specified maximum When the fuel level is low such factors as ambient temperature the fuel s Reid vapor pressure characteristics and terrain can affect the fuel pumps ability to supply the engine with an adequate supply of fuel Therefore it is advisable ...

Page 111: ... economy may be obtained by thinking ahead avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions Observe the following rules Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for the first few minutes of operation A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear W...

Page 112: ...decrease gas mileage are Worn or dirty spark plugs Incorrect spark plug gap Dirty air cleaner Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter Dragging brakes Incorrect front end alignment Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals NOTE D rive or 5th gear manual transmissions should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy Content...

Page 113: ...slowly when the engine starts 4 To release the gear selector from the P ark position automatic transmission the ignition key must be in position II and the brake pedal must be depressed See page 108 for instructions on manually overriding the SHIFTLOCK system Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting Oil flow may not reach some lubricating points fast enough to prevent engine damage NOT...

Page 114: ... immediately after starting Oil flow may not reach some lubricated points fast enough to prevent engine damage Do not race the engine just prior to switching off Hydraulic valve lifters This engine features hydraulic valve lifters which means that valve clearance is adjusted automatically It is possible that the valve lifters will produce a ticking sound for the first few seconds after the engine ...

Page 115: ...ing up e g do not shift directly from 2nd to 5th gear to help avoid excessive wear on the transmission Engaging reverse gear The gear lever must first be moved to neutral in order to engage reverse gear CAUTION Be careful that you do not inadvertently engage reverse while moving forward Clutch interlock manual transmission only The clutch must be fully depressed before you can start your car If th...

Page 116: ...tion of positions R N D 3 and L Fully depressing the selector knob allows selection of position P This is also necessary when initially bringing the selector out of position P Fully depressing the selector knob permits shifting freely between all positions pg 71 Automatic transmission P Park Use this position when starting the engine or parking the car Never use P while car is in motion file K own...

Page 117: ...this position D Drive D is the normal driving position and should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy Upshift and downshift of the forward gears occur automatically and are governed by accelerator pedal position and engine speed 3 Intermediate position The indicator lamp in the instrument panel and the lamp in the W mode selector light up when this gear is selected Automatica...

Page 118: ...tor pedal fully and briskly An upshift will be achieved when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly Kick down can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds Lock up The transmission has a lock up function which reduces engine speed and saves fuel Lock up can sometimes be felt as an additional gear change pg 72 Automati...

Page 119: ...iveability and fuel economy will be adversely affected by prolonged driving in Winter Wet mode Volvo recommends using this mode only when starting in extremely slippery conditions Never select P or R while the car is in motion When initially selecting positions D 3 L or R your right foot should press firmly on the brake pedal to ensure that the car is standing still with the engine idling The gear...

Page 120: ...r pedal Instead apply the hand brake parking brake This prevents the transmission oil from becoming overheated When towing a trailer select shift position 3 While towing a trailer in hilly terrain do not drive continuously at engine speeds above 4500 rpm to help avoid high engine oil temperatures On certain models during cold starts the transmission will shift up at higher rpm to enable the three ...

Page 121: ...The front wheels are equipped with Volvo s anti spin system TRACS which is integrated with the car s ABS brake system Power to the rear wheels is regulated by a differential lock if one of these wheels should lose traction when you start to drive off The improved traction helps increase driving safety in the rain snow and freezing road conditions A freewheel module disconnects the power to the rea...

Page 122: ...ont of the grill When the risk of overheating is imminent or in the event of overheating the temperature gauge goes repeatedly into or stays continually in the red section the following precautions should be taken Switch off the air conditioning system Stop the car and put the gear lever into neutral Do not stop the engine Switch the heater to full maximum position Increase the engine speed to app...

Page 123: ...on as this will immediately ruin the generator Always make sure that all the battery connections are properly tightened If any electrical welding work is performed on the vehicle the battery s ground lead negative cable and all the connecting cables of the generator must be disconnected and the welder cables placed as near the welding points as possible The radio must be turned off before the batt...

Page 124: ... rails racks Roof racks are available as Volvo accessories Observe the following points when in use Avoid single point loads Distribute the load evenly Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the load Observe that the center of gravity and handling are influenced by load weight Increasing load size increases wind resistance and thus adversely affects fuel economy Anchor the cargo correctly with appro...

Page 125: ... this purpose and is included in the tool bag on these models CAUTION The lugs on the lower cross bar mounting clamps must be properly seated in the groove on the underside of the roof rails when the clamps are tightened Check and retighten the clamps at regular intervals If the cross bars are left on the car for extended periods but are not being used slide them to the rear most attachment points...

Page 126: ...ction titled Transmission oil Maximum speed 20 mph 30 km h Maximum distance with front wheels on ground 20 miles 30 km If the battery is dead it is not possible to release the gear selector by pressing the brake pedal Release the gear selector manually by pressing the OVERRIDE button near the base of the gear selector WARNING Remember that the power brakes and power steering will not function when...

Page 127: ...e Volvo recommends the use of flat bed equipment If wheel lift equipemnt must be used please use extreme caution to help avoid damage to the car In this case the car should be towed with the rear wheels on the ground if at all possible If it is absolutely necessary to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground please refer to the towing information on the previous page CAUTION Sling type ...

Page 128: ...nt pg 78 Jump starting Jump starting If the 12 volt booster battery to be used is in another car check that the cars are not touching to prevent premature completion of a negative circuit Note the position of the battery terminals and using jumper cables First connect the booster battery positive terminal 1 to car battery positive terminal 2 Then connect booster battery negative terminal 3 to a st...

Page 129: ...battery Batteries generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow the battery fluid to contact eyes skin fabrics or painted surfaces If contact occurs flush the affected area immediately with water Obtain medical help immediately if eyes are affected Failure to follow the instructions for jump starting can lead to personal injury NOTE Refer ...

Page 130: ... as grass or leaves which can come into contact with the hot exhaust system and cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and weather conditions Excessive starter cranking in excess of one minute with an intermittently firing or flooded engine can cause three way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating Remember that tampering or unauthorized modification to the engine or the vehi...

Page 131: ...raking potential of the vehicle While control will be enhanced ABS will not shorten stopping distances on slippery surfaces Brake circuit malfunction If one of the brake circuits should malfunction the red warning light will come on the pedal stroke increases slightly the pedal feels softer and extra pressure is required for normal braking If the light comes on while driving or braking stop immedi...

Page 132: ... hydraulic pressure to the rear brakes to help provide optimal braking capacity If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time this could indicate a fault in the brake system If the brake fluid level is above the MIN mark drive carefully to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected WARNING If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir DO NOT DRIVE H...

Page 133: ...restart when brake temperature has returned to normal If a fault is detected in the system Consult your Volvo retailer if this occurs pg 82 Winter driving Cold weather precautions If you wish to check your car before the approach of cold weather the following advice is worth noting Make sure that the engine coolant contains at least 50 percent antifreeze that is 3 7 qts 3 5 liters Volvo Genuine Co...

Page 134: ...the washers and wipers The Volvo Washer Solvent should be diluted as follows Down to 14 F 10 C 1 part anti freeze and 4 parts water Down to 5 F 15 C 1 part anti freeze and 3 parts water Down to 0 F 18 C 1 part anti freeze and 2 parts water Down to 18 F 28 1 part anti freeze and 1 part water When driving in temperatures below 15 F 10 C we recommend the use of Volvo s radiator guard to help the engi...

Page 135: ...drive in countries where it may be difficult to obtain correct fuel Consider your destination If you will be driving through an area where snow or ice are likely to occur consider snow tires pg 84 Trailer towing When preparing for trailer towing observe the following Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer hitches which are specially designed for the car For trailer weights exceeding 2000 lbs 90...

Page 136: ... a safe stop check and observe State Local regulations Do not connect the trailer s brake system directly to the vehicle s brake system More frequent vehicle maintenance is required Remove the ball and drawbar assembly when the hitch is not being used Volvo recommends the use of synthetic engine oil when towing a trailer over long distances or in mountainous areas NOTE Refer to section Automatic t...

Page 137: ...1999 S70 V70 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_079 htm 8 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 02 PM ...

Page 138: ...owing is an example of a tire designation code 195 60R15 195 tire width in mm 60 tire profile This is the relationship in percent between the section height and the width of the tire R radial tires 15 diameter in inches The tires have good road holding characteristics and offer good handling on dry and wet surfaces It should be noted however that the tires have been developed to give these feature...

Page 139: ...rer will prevent alteration of the driving characteristics of the vehicle To improve tire economy Maintain correct tire pressure See the tire pressure label on the inside of the fuel tank cover Drive smoothly avoid fast starts hard braking and tire screeching Tire wear increases with speed Correct front wheel alignment is very important Unbalanced wheels impair tire economy and driving comfort If ...

Page 140: ...t be used on front wheel drive models equipped with 205 55R16 tires All Wheel Drive Special snow chains are available for AWD models equipped with 195 65R15 and 205 55R16 tires Chains cannot be used on V70 XC AWD models equipped with 205 65R15 tires Consult your Volvo retailer If accessory aftermarket or custom tires and wheels are installed and are of a size different than the original tires and ...

Page 141: ...traction during cornering braking and accelerating Failure to do so could reduce traction to an unsafe level or adversely affect handling Do not mix tires of different design as this could also negatively affect overall tire road grip Volvo recommends 185 65 R15 winter tires on 15 wheels on all front wheel drive S V 70 models including models equipped with 16 or 17 wheels Winter tires wear more qu...

Page 142: ...s after driving just a few miles Vehicle Loading The tires on your Volvo will perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire information label located on the inside of the fuel filler flap This label lists both the tire and vehicle design limits Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated Please note that the tire information label indicates pressu...

Page 143: ...tion grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction TEMPERATURE The temperature grades are AA the highest A B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature...

Page 144: ...1999 S70 V70 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_085 htm 7 of 7 12 30 2006 3 37 03 PM ...

Page 145: ...revent you from driving such as a punctured tire blown fuse or bulb etc For additional information see section ON CALL Road Assistance pg 92 93 Wheel changing pg 94 Spare tire pg 95 101 Replacing bulbs pg 102 104 Replacing fuses pg 105 Installation of accessories pg 106 107 Replacing wiper blades pg 108 In case of emergency pg 92 Wheel changing file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_091 htm 1 of ...

Page 146: ...o loosen the wheel bolts 1 2 1 turn Turn the bolts counterclockwise to loosen Fold out the crank handle on the jack by pressing the nob on the handle downward To attach the jack refer to the illustration on the following page NOTE To avoid excessive wear and the necessity of rebalancing mark and reinstall wheels in same location and position as before removal To lessen the chance of imbalance each...

Page 147: ... following page must engage the bar in the jack attachment A The car s weight must not rest on the jack s attachment B Be sure the jack is on a firm level non slippery surface Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a car supported by a jack Use the jack intended for the car when replacing a wheel For any other job use stands to support the end of the car being worked on Apply the p...

Page 148: ... level firm non slippery surface Before raising the car check that the jack is still correctly positioned in the attachment Raise the vehicle until both wheels on the side of the car where the jack is attached are lifted off the ground Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and carefully remove the wheel so as not to damage the thread on the studs Additional rear jack attachment on All Wheel Drive car...

Page 149: ... car Proper Jack attachment on AWD cars Installing the wheel Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub Lift the wheel and place it on the hub Make sure that you align the wheel with the guide stud on the wheel hub prior to installation Install the wheel bolts crosswise see illustration and tighten by turning lightly clockwise Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the nuts t...

Page 150: ...must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that came with the car The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car s transmission WARNING Current legislation prohibits the use of the Temporary Spare tire other than as a temporary replacement for a punctured tire In other words it must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard ti...

Page 151: ...1999 S70 V70 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_091 htm 7 of 7 12 30 2006 3 37 03 PM ...

Page 152: ...e light switch off before replacing any bulbs Parking light direction indicator 1 From the front of the car use a screwdriver to press down on the silver catch located in the space between the inside of the fender and the headlight unit to release the lamp housing from the front fender 2 Turn the bulb holder 1 4 turn clockwise viewed from the front and withdraw it from the lamp housing Leave the c...

Page 153: ...d you turn the bulb holder 1 4 turn the wires should not be disconnected from the holder and pull out the bulb holder from the lens unit 4 Pull the old bulb straight out and press a new one into place 5 Replace the entire unit the reverse order pg 96 Replacing bulbs cont file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_095 htm 2 of 11 12 30 2006 3 37 04 PM ...

Page 154: ...position 6 Press the retaining clamp back into position 7 Reinstall the plastic cover Headlight adjustment The height of the headlight beams can be adjusted according to vehicle load The headlights should be re aimed if heavy loads are carried in the trunk cargo area or rear seat or when towing a trailer To adjust the headlights Park the car on a level surface and open the hood The headlights are ...

Page 155: ...adlight housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the connector 4 Insert a new bulb into the connector 5 Re insert the bulb and connector into the headlight housing The guide lug must be up to ensure proper position 6 Press the retaining clamp back into position 7 Reinstall the plastic cover Catch B should snap into position pg 97 Replacing bulbs cont Lamp location right side in trunk Lamp location right sid...

Page 156: ... holder 3 Let the connector with its wires remain attached to the bulb holder 4 Remove the bulb by pressing in and turning counter clockwise 5 Insert a new bulb into the holder and reinstall the holder into the tail light assembly 6 Close the cover Bulbs 1 4 5W 4 cp BA 15s Bulb 2 21W BAU 15 s amber Bulb 3 5 6 21W 32 cp BA 15s pg 98 Replacing bulbs cont 21W BAU 15s 21W 32cp BA 15s 21 4W BAZ 15 d fi...

Page 157: ...l by first removing the side floor cover and then the panel Press down catch A upper section or press catches B toward each other lower section and take out the bulb holder Leave the connector and cables connected to the bulb holder Remove the bulb by pressing it inwards and turning it slightly counter clockwise Insert a new bulb into the bulb holder and reinstall the holder in the tail light asse...

Page 158: ...witch off the lights Press in the catch with a screwdriver and remove the bulb holder Replace the bulb and reinstall the bulb holder Phillips head screwdriver for glass lens License plate lights sedans and wagons file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_095 htm 7 of 11 12 30 2006 3 37 04 PM ...

Page 159: ...he glass lens Two screws on wagons pg 100 Replacing bulbs cont Insert screwdriver turn and pull downward Front courtesy lights Switch off the ignition Insert a screwdriver and turn carefully to loosen the glass lens Replace the bulb and press the glass lens back into place file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_095 htm 8 of 11 12 30 2006 3 37 04 PM ...

Page 160: ...ce Insert a screwdriver and turn Vanity mirror Switch off the ignition Insert a screwdriver under the lower edge and turn to loosen the glass lens Push out the bulb and replace it Press the lower edge of the lens into place above the four catches Press the upper edge of the lens into place pg 101 Replacing bulbs cont file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_095 htm 9 of 11 12 30 2006 3 37 04 PM ...

Page 161: ...the bulb straight out Replace the bulb Reinstall the holder and lamp unit in reverse order Insert a screwdriver and turn Door step courtesy lights Insert a screwdriver and pry the glass lens Withdraw the lamp unit bend back the tabs and remove the plate Replace the bulb Reinstall the plate file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_095 htm 10 of 11 12 30 2006 3 37 04 PM ...

Page 162: ...necessary Front fog lights in spoiler Front fog lights option Switch off the lights Turn the plastic cover counter clockwise to remove it Press the spring toward the lamp unit to release it and move it to the side Replace the bulb Reinstall in reverse order Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_095 htm 11 of 11 12 30 2006 3 37 05 PM ...

Page 163: ...eelectrical components that are connected to each fuse The easiest way to see if a fuse is blown is to remove it Pull the fuse straight out From the side examine the curved metal wire to see if it is broken If so put in a new fuse of the same color and amperage written on the fuse Spare fuses are stored in a compartment in the fuse box If fuses burn out repeatedly have the electrical system tested...

Page 164: ...lectrical fault Do not change any of these fuses Contact your nearest Volvo workshop for a closer analysis Relays 15 System relay 16 Air pump relay 17 Starter motor 18 Air conditioning Fuses in Relay Main fuse box main system fuses Location Amperage 1 Electric cooling fan 60 A file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_102 htm 2 of 6 12 30 2006 3 37 06 PM ...

Page 165: ...mission 10 A 14 A C relay emissions systems 10 A Some of the equipment systems listed may be available on certain models only pg 104 Fuses Location Amperage 1 2 Central locking driving mode selectors aut trans 10 A 3 ABS 10 A 4 Immobilizer Canada only 10 A 5 Climate systems Onboard diagnostics OBDII 15 A 6 7 Audio system 15 A 8 Immobilizer Canada only trip computer headlight switch 15 A 9 Electric...

Page 166: ...5 A 27 Backup lights turn signals 15 A 28 Heated seats front rear certain models 25 A 29 Heated rear window shiftlock seat belt reminder cruise control heated door mirrors bulb failure warning sensor 10 A 30 31 Passenger compartment blower climate systems 25 A 32 Audio system 10 A 33 Tailgate wiper washer 15 A 34 Windshield wipers washers horn 25 A 35 Instrument lighting accessories power sun roof...

Page 167: ...s In order to help avoid interference and damage to your car s electrical system your car is equipped with an accessory connector located under the instrument panel on the driver s side Please consult your Volvo retailer if you have any questions before connecting accessory or optional equipment to the vehicle s electrical system Connector for accessories Position Connection Max load file K owners...

Page 168: ...1999 S70 V70 1 Battery 30 20 A file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_102 htm 6 of 6 12 30 2006 3 37 06 PM ...

Page 169: ...s to the arm Pinch the end of the plastic clip located at the back of the arm Slide the wiper blade along the arm to release it from the hook Install the new blade installation is the reverse of removal and make sure that it is properly attached to the wiper arm file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_106 htm 1 of 4 12 30 2006 3 37 06 PM ...

Page 170: ...e brush and warm soapy water as part of a normal car wash pg 107 Replacing headlight wiper blades Replacing headlight wiper blades certain models Pull the wiper blade in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration to remove it Press the new blade into place Check that the new blade is properly attached to the wiper arm Cleaning the outside of the windshield and wiper blades file K own...

Page 171: ...ade with water Wiper blades should be checked on a regular basis and replaced when worn pg 108 In case of emergency Shiftlock release automatic transmission only The gear selector is locked in the P ark position To manually release the shiftlock Turn the starting ignition key to position I Press firmly on the SHIFTLOCK OVERRIDE button located to the right of the base of the gear selector While hol...

Page 172: ...tivated when an object blocks the sun roof Should this occur remove the object and wait 20 seconds for the circuit breaker to reset The sun roof should then function normally Also check fuse no 35 Electrically operated front seats The electrically operated front seats have overload protecting circuit breakers fuses no 39 and 40 which are activated when an object blocks one of the seats Should this...

Page 173: ...tery pg 110 Paint touch up Paint touch up Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting Make it a habit to check the finish regularly when washing the car for instance Touch up if necessary Paint repairs require special equipment and skill Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive damage Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch up paint NOTE When ordering touch up pain...

Page 174: ...dry The surface temperature should be above 60 F 15 C Scratches on the surface If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and undamaged layer of paint remains the touch up paint can be applied as soon as the spot has been cleaned pg 111 Paint touch up cont Deep scratches file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_109 htm 2 of 7 12 30 2006 3 37 07 PM ...

Page 175: ...r The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt dust insects and tar spots adhere to the paint and may cause damage NOTE It is particularly important to wash the car frequently in the wintertime to prevent corrosion when salt has been used on the roads When washing the car do not expose it to direct sunlight Use lukewarm water to soften the dirt before you wash with a sponge and plenty ...

Page 176: ...ay mouthpiece must never be closer to the vehicle than 13 30 cm Do not spray into the locks When washing or steam cleaning the engine avoid spraying water or steam directly on the electrical components or toward the rear side of the engine After cleaning the engine the spark plug wells should be inspected for water and blown dry if necessary Suitable detergents Special car washing detergents shoul...

Page 177: ...er the car with sponge and water Keeping the underbody clean is most important especially in the winter Some automatic washers do not have facilities for washing the underbody Before driving into an automatic wash make sure that the side view mirrors auxiliary lamps etc are secure otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging them You should also lower the antenna sedans We do NOT recommend wa...

Page 178: ...or a detergent For more difficult spots caused by oil ice cream shoe polish grease etc use a clothing clothing fabric stain remover The plastic in the upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution Leather upholstery suede like upholstery alcantera can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution For more different spots Volvo offers a leather care kit On no account must...

Page 179: ... be removed with a mild detergent Bear in mind Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the coloring can spread Use solvents sparingly Too much solvent can damage the seat padding Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_109 htm 7 of 7 12 30 2006 3 37 07 PM ...

Page 180: ... Brake clutch system fluid reservoir pg 127 Automatic transmission fluid pg 128 Drive belt Air pump system pg 129 Windshield washer nozzle Washer fluid reservoir pg 130 Coolant pg 131 Engine compartment pg 132 Battery maintenance pg 116 Label information 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards as evidenced by the certification label o...

Page 181: ...ications USA and Ministry of Transport CMVSS Standards Canada Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards as evidenced by the certification label on the facing side of the driver s door For further information regarding these regulations please consult your Volvo retailer 7 Child safety latch label The Vehicle Identification Number VIN should always be quoted in all corresponden...

Page 182: ...ese services are not covered by the warranty You will be required to pay for labor and material used Refer to your Warranty booklet for further details Maintenance services Your Volvo has passed several major inspections before being delivered to you according to Volvo specifications The maintenance services outlined in this book should be performed as indicated The extended maintenance service in...

Page 183: ...ce L Lubricate Maintenance Operation thousand miles thousand km 7 5 12 15 24 22 5 36 30 48 37 5 60 45 72 52 5 84 60 96 67 5 108 75 120 82 5 132 902 144 EMISSION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Engine oil and filter1 R R R R R R R R R R R R Engine drive belt accessory belt R Air cleaner filter R R R Spark plugs R R R Automatic transmission fluid I I I I I I Timing belt all engines3 1 See section Engine oil for ...

Page 184: ...2 5 36 30 48 37 5 60 45 72 52 5 84 60 96 67 5 108 75 120 82 5 132 90 144 ENGINE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE ENGINE Fuel line Filter 1 PCV Nipple orifice hoses clean I I Battery check charge and electrolyte level I I I I I I I I I I I I BRAKES Inspect brakes replace components as necessary I I I I I I I I I I I Brake Fluid2 check I I I I I I STEERING SUSPENSION Tires3 check pressure wear and condition I I I...

Page 185: ...d conditions mountain driving etc 3 Rotate tires at owner request The following items should be checked weekly by the driver it takes only a few minutes Engine oil level Horns Brake fluid level Windshield wipers Radiator coolant level Tire pressure all five tires Operation of all lights Level of windshield washer fluid The following should also be carried out at regular intervals Washing check all...

Page 186: ...rectly on the car the other wheels must be free to roll see illustration This ensures that the viscous coupling is not damaged The drive power is transferred automatically by the viscous coupling to the car s other drive wheels If you are unsure consult your nearest Volvo retailer Hoisting the car file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_120 htm 1 of 9 12 30 2006 3 37 08 PM ...

Page 187: ...Servicing cont Air cleaner Replace the air cleaner cartridge with a new one every 30 000 miles 48 000 km The cartridge should be replaced more often when driving under dirty and dusty conditions The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should always be replaced with a new one Timing belt For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control systems the timing belt and tensioner must be ...

Page 188: ...ont Fuel System The fuel system is all electronic and is microprocessor controlled It can continually compensate for variation in engine load speed and temperature to give the best economy and power A mass air flow sensor measures the inducted air In thisway the system can make instantaneous adjustments for changes in air temperature or density thus always assuring the best economy with the lowest...

Page 189: ...orative control system The car is equipped with a gas evaporative control system which prevents gasoline vapor from being released into the atmosphere The system is comprised of an expansion chamber in the fuel tank a roll over valve a charcoal canister vapor vent lines an EVAP valve and on certain models an Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery valve ORVR The gasoline vapor is channeled through the ro...

Page 190: ...riod a small number of service stations may still have fuel nozzles that are not compatible with the fuel filler neck on cars equipped with the evaporative control system ORVR mandated by the U S Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board If you experience difficulties in refueling your vehicle please ask the gas station attendant for assistance CAUTION Fuel must not be...

Page 191: ...k spray 4 Door lock catch plate Oil 9 Power antenna sedans only WD 40 or similar 5 Trunk tailgate lid lock Low temperature grease To avoid rattles and unnecessary wear the body should be lubricated at regular service intervals This should be done by an authorized Volvo retailer pg 124 Engine oil Checking the oil level The oil level should be checked every time the car is refuelled This is especial...

Page 192: ...ld preferably be checked when cold before the engine has been started Approx 1 6 US qts 1 5 liters NOTE The engine must be stopped when checking the oil Draining the oil Drain the oil after driving while it is still warm WARNING The oil may be very hot If you change the engine oil and filter yourself your Volvo retailer can assist you in disposing of the used oil Engine oil can be harmful to your ...

Page 193: ...ty Meeting API specification SG SG CD SH or Energy Conserving EC II For best fuel economy and engine protection consult with your authorized Volvo retailer for recommended oils Oils with a different quality rating may not provide adequate engine protection Viscosity stable ambient temperatures file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_120 htm 8 of 9 12 30 2006 3 37 09 PM ...

Page 194: ...ter changes should be made at 7 500 mile 12 000 km intervals NOTE SAE 15W 40 is should only be used in extreme operating conditions such as trailer towing in sustained ambient temperatures over 104 F 40 C However SAE 10W 30 synthetic oil would be a better alternative in such conditions SAE 15W 40 should not be used under normal operating conditions For winter use 5W 30 oil particularly the synthet...

Page 195: ... HOT mark Top up when the level is at the ADD mark Check the level at every service Fluid type ATF Replace no fluid change required Brake and clutch systems The brake and clutch systems share the same fluid reservoir The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks Fluid type DOT 4 Replace Every second year or 30 000 miles 48 000 km The fluid should be replaced once a year or every 15 000 m...

Page 196: ...d leave lint on the dipstick The transmission is topped up via the dipstick tube The space between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick corresponds to 0 5 US qt 0 5 liter Do not fill the transmission with too much oil since this can result in oil being ejected from the transmission Too little oil on the other hand can negatively affect transmission operation particularly in very cold weather A Co...

Page 197: ...ake sure it is in good condition and is clean A worn or dirty belt can cause poor cooling and low generator output as well as impair the operation of the power steering and the air conditioning unit NOTE The belt on the S V 70 is equipped with a self tensioning mechanism and requires no adjustment between changes WARNING The engine must not be running when this check is performed file K ownersdocs...

Page 198: ...s reached normal working temperature although it can also start when the engine is idling If the air pump is running and the engine is switched off the pump continues working in order to protect the pump motor NOTE A soft whining noise can be heard from the pump and when it performs a self diagnosis the high low beam and the instrument lighting will flash briefly This is completely normal pg 129 W...

Page 199: ...luid reservoir The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and holds approx 3 2 US qts 3 0 liters During cold weather the reservoir should be filled with windshield washer solvent containing anti freeze Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_126 htm 5 of 5 12 30 2006 3 37 09 PM ...

Page 200: ... and the expansion tank during engine warm up and cooling Changing coolant Normally the coolant does not need to be changed If the system must be drained use the following procedure 1 Remove the expansion tank cap 2 Move the temperature adjustment control to max heat Open the drain cocks at the rear left of the engine block and at the bottom right corner of the radiator 3 Disconnect the lower righ...

Page 201: ... it should freeze WARNING If the engine is warm and you are going to top up coolant unscrew the cap slowly in order to allow any excess pressure to escape CAUTION The cooling system must always be kept filled to correct level If it is not kept filled there can be high local temperatures in the engine which could result in damage Different types of anti freeze coolant may not be mixed pg 131 Engine...

Page 202: ...ission 11 Air cleaner 12 Battery 13 Data plate WARNING The cooling fan may start or continue to operate for up to 6 minutes after the engine has been switched off pg 132 Battery maintenance Battery maintenance Driving habits and conditions climate the number of starts etc all affect the service life and function of the battery In order for your battery to perform satisfactorily keep the following ...

Page 203: ... cables are correctly connected and properly tightened Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running for example when changing the battery The battery should be disconnected from the battery when using a battery charger Switch off the radio before disconnecting the battery If your radio has an antitheft code and the battery is disconnected the radio code has to be reentered in order for ...

Page 204: ...1999 S70 V70 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_130 htm 5 of 5 12 30 2006 3 37 10 PM ...

Page 205: ... specification SG SG CD SH or Energy Conserving EC II For best fuel economy and engine protection consult with your authorized Volvo retailer for recommended oils Oil with a different quality rating may not provide adequate engine protection Synthetic oils complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes hot or cold when towing a traile...

Page 206: ...ters Automatic transmission fluid Quality ATF Dexron IIE III and Mercon Capacity 8 US qts 7 6 liters Manual transmission fluid Quality Volvo synthetic gearbox oil 1161423 Capacity 2 2 US qts 2 1 liters Power steering fluid Quality ATF Capacity 0 95 US qts 0 9 liters Brake fluid Quality DOT 4 Capacity 0 64 US qts 0 6 liters Turbo charged models Add 0 95 qts 0 9 liters if the oil cooler has been dra...

Page 207: ...and three way catalytic converter Designation Volvo B 5254 S Output 168 hp at 6200 rpm 125 kw 103 rps Max torque 162 3 ft lbs at 4700 rpm 220 Nm 55 rps Number of cylinders 5 Bore 3 27 83 mm Stroke 3 54 90 mm Displacement 2 4 liters Compression ratio 10 5 1 Number of valves 20 Valve clearance Self adjusting Designation Volvo B 5254 T Output 190 hp at 5100 rpm 142 kw 85 rps Max torque 199 ft lbs at ...

Page 208: ...at 2400 5400 rpm 310 Nm 40 90 rps Number of cylinders 5 Bore 3 19 81 mm Stroke 3 54 90 mm Displacement 2 3 liters Compression ratio 8 5 1 Number of valves 20 Valve clearance Self adjusting All specifications are subject to change without notice pg 136 Specifications Cooling system Type Positive pressure closed system Thermostat begins to open at 186 F 90 C Turbo charged models 180 F 87 C Coolant V...

Page 209: ...gnition system while the engine is running This may result in unintended movements and body injury Replacing spark plugs The spark plugs should be changed every 30 000 miles 48 000 km However city driving or fast highway driving may necessitate changing after 15 000 miles 24 000 km of driving When installing new plugs be sure to fit the right type and use correct torque see Specifications When cha...

Page 210: ...Toe in measured on tire sides 2 9 0 9 mm Rear Suspension Delta link individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms double link arms and track rods Toe in measured on the tire sides 4 10 All specifications are subject to change without notice Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_133 htm 6 of 6 12 30 2006 3 37 11 PM ...

Page 211: ...a hydraulic torque converter with a lock up function planetary gear integrated final drive Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever Drive shafts with symmetrical joint location Overdrive Final drive ratio 2 76 1 Turbo charged models 2 56 1 Reduction ratios 1st gear 3 61 1 2nd gear 2 06 1 3rd gear 1 37 1 4th gear 0 98 1 Reverse 3 95 1 All Wheel Drive automatic transmission 4 speed automati...

Page 212: ...d Vehicle Loading The tires on your Volvo should perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire information label The label is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap The label lists both tire and vehicle design limits Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated WARNING Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life adversely affect vehicle ...

Page 213: ...arking lights turn signals 3357 NA 26 7 W 30 2 2 cp W 2 5 x 15q 2 Turn signals rear 21W BAU 15 s 2 Side direction Indicators 5W W 2 1 x 9 5d 2 Tail lights sedan 67 5 W 4cp BA 15 s 4 Tail lights wagon 21 4W BAZ 15 d 4 Brake lights 1156 21W 32cp BA 15 s 2 Back up lights 1156 21W 32cp BA 15 s 2 Rear fog light sedan 1156 21W 32cp BA 15 s 1 Rear fog light wagon 21 4W BAZ 15 d 1 Front fog lights H1 55 W...

Page 214: ...fications cont Weights WARNING When adding accessories equipment luggage and other cargo to your vehicle the total loaded weight capacity of the vehicle must not be exceeded USA Canada Gross vehicle weight GVW FWD sedan 4180 lbs 1896 kg 1900 kg FWD wagon 4340 lbs 1969 kg 1970 kg FWD Turbo sedan 4250 lbs 1928 kg 1930 kg FWD Turbo wagon man 4340 lbs 1969 kg 1970 kg FWD Turbo wagon aut 4360 lbs 1978 ...

Page 215: ...Permissible axle weight rear FWD sedan 2020 lbs 916 kg 920 kg FWD wagon 2220 lbs 1007 kg 1010 kg AWD sedan 2290 lbs 1039 kg 1040 kg AWD wagon 2470 lbs 1120 kg 1120 kg Curb weight sedan FWD 3145 3345 lbs 1427 1517 kg 1430 1525 kg wagon FWD 3240 3440 lbs 1470 1560 kg 1470 1565 kg sedan AWD 3610 3650 lbs 1637 1656 kg 1635 1655 kg wagon AWD 3695 3760 lbs 1676 1706 kg 1695 1705 kg Max roof load 220 lbs...

Page 216: ... cm V 70 FWD 55 5 in 141 cm S 70 AWD 56 3 in 143 cm V 70 AWD 57 in 145 cm V 70 XC AWD 58 3 in 148 cm Wheelbase S V 70 FWD 104 7 in 266 cm S V 70 AWD 104 3 in 265 cm V 70 XC AWD 104 7 in 266 cm Track front S V 70 FWD 59 8 in 152 cm S V 70 AWD 59 8 in 152 cm V 70 XC AWD 59 8 in 152 cm Track rear S V 70 FWD 57 9 in 147 cm S V 70 AWD 58 7 in 149 cm V 70 XC AWD 58 7 in 149 cm Turning circle between cur...

Page 217: ...dial In the U S A 1 800 63 VOLVO 1 800 638 6586 In Canada 1 800 263 0475 Volvo supports Voluntary Mechanic Certification by the A S E Certified mechanics have demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific areas Besides passing exams each mechanic must also have worked in the field for two or more years before a certificate is issued These professional mechanics are fully able to analyze veh...

Page 218: ...include 0 General Information 1 Lubrication and Service 2 Engine 3 Electrical System 4 Power Transmission 5 Brakes 6 Suspension and Steering 7 Springs Shock Absorbers and Wheels 8 Body and Interior To order service manuals or other technical information call 1 800 25 VOLVO All specifications are subject to change without notice Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_137 htm 8...

Page 219: ...your car pg 142 SC 813 pg 155 SC 816 pg 171 SC 900 901 pg 194 General information pg 142 Audio system SC 813 certain models The following pages describe the use of your SC 813 Cassette radio and CD remote control 1 On off push 2 Volume turn file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_141 htm 1 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 13 PM ...

Page 220: ... 13 Not in use 14 Scan 15 Auto seek memory 16 Seek tuning up down TP Next Previous song CD Next UP Previous DOWN track 17 Manual tuning TP fast forward Rewind CD Music search UP DOWN 18 RND button 19 Cassette slot 20 Display 21 Waveband selector AM 22 Waveband selectors FM 23 Anti theft LED TP Applicable only in Tape Mode CD Applicable only when in CD mode and connected to a CD changer pg 143 Anti...

Page 221: ...m power the set displays COdE when it is switched on Enter the 4 digit code using the preset buttons If the correct code is entered on is displayed and the set is ready to use If you enter an incorrect code you must enter the correct code again from the beginning Incorrect code If an incorrect code has been entered rPt is displayed Enter the correct code After three unsuccessful coding attempts th...

Page 222: ... the radio off B Volume control Turn the button clockwise to increase the volume The volume control is electronic and has no end stop C Waveband selector The desired waveband is set by pressing one of the waveband selector buttons The frequency and waveband is shown on the display NOTE There are two FM wavebands and one AM waveband This makes it possible to store 2 x 6 FM stations and 6 AM station...

Page 223: ...Manual tuning Press the left side button to tune to lower frequencies and the right side to tune to higher frequencies The tuned frequency is displayed ST will be displayed to indicate stereo FM reception pg 145 Radio SC 813 cont A Seek tuning up down Press the left side tune button to tune to lower frequencies and the right side to tune to higher frequencies The radio seeks the next audible stati...

Page 224: ...ith pre stored stations on buttons 1 6 This function automatically seeks and stores up to 8 strong AM or FM stations This is especially useful when travelling in areas where radio stations are unfamiliar 1 Depress and hold the AUTO button for at least 1 second A number of strong stations max 8 on the chosen waveband are now automatically stored in the memory If there are no audible stations is dis...

Page 225: ...ized treble pg 147 Radio SC 813 cont A Fader control Adjust front rear speaker balance by sliding the control up or down Up to direct more sound to the front speakers down to direct more sound to the rear speakers The detent indicates equalized front rear balance position B Pause function Press the volume knob to temporarily mute the sound PAUSE is displayed C Balance control file K ownersdocs 199...

Page 226: ...s it again to stop scanning Scan will be displayed during scanning E Active sound control ASC The ASC function automatically adjusts the volume level of the audio system according to driving speed To deactivate ASC depress the ASC button To activate ASC depress the ASC button until ASC is displayed Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_141 htm 8 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 13 PM ...

Page 227: ...tomatically play the other side auto reverse The cassette can be inserted or ejected even when the unit is switched off B Reversing the tape PROG Press the button to play the other side of the tape The side of the tape being played will be displayed C Fast winding The tape is advanced with and rewound with Fast winding can be stopped by pressing either the button again or the TAPE button D Dolby B...

Page 228: ...tomatically rewind to the previous song There must be a pause of approx 5 seconds between the songs for this function to operate C Pause If you press the volume knob the tape is stopped the unit is silent and PAUSE is displayed To restart the tape press the knob again D Scan Press this button to listen to the first five seconds of each song Press this button or the TAPE button to stop scanning Dur...

Page 229: ...io mode Push one of the waveband selector buttons When the unit re enters Radio mode the cassette will not be ejected C To re enter Tape mode If the Tape function has been disconnected and the cassette has not been ejected the Tape mode can re entered by pressing the TAPE button C To re enter CD changer mode If the CD changer function has been disconnected the CD changer mode can re entered by pre...

Page 230: ... only applicable if the unit has been connected to the Volvo CD changer which is sold separately as an accessory or on certain models standard on the car If no CD changer is connected to the unit EEEE will be displayed if you happen to choose CHGR mode B Disc number selector Depress one of the preset buttons 1 6 to select the disc number desired The selected disc number and track number will be di...

Page 231: ...rack number will be displayed B Playing time display When the CHGR button is pressed the playing time for the current track is displayed for 5 seconds C Scan Press this button to listen to the first ten seconds of each track Press it again to stop scanning During scanning SCAN will be displayed pg 153 CD Changer option cont file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_148 htm 5 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 14 ...

Page 232: ...c is stopped the unit is silent and PAUSE is displayed To restart the disc press the knob again C To re enter Radio mode Push one of the waveband selector buttons D To re enter Tape mode If a cassette is already inserted the tape deck will re engage if the TAPE button is pressed E To re enter CD changer mode If the CD changer function has been disconnected the CD changer mode can re entered by pre...

Page 233: ...n control Electronic suppression circuitry noise killer This radio is equipped with FM Diversity Frequency range FM 87 9 107 9 MHz AM 530 1710 kHz Sensitivity FM 1 1µV AM 20µV Stereo separation 35dB Cassette deck 4 track 2 channel stereo Full logic electronic tape transport Tape speed 4 76 cm sec Channel separation 53dB Frequency range 30 15000hz S N 120 µV 56 dB without Dolby B NR file K ownersdo...

Page 234: ...Dolby and the double D symbol are the trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_148 htm 8 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 14 PM ...

Page 235: ...2 Volume turn Pause Mute push Balance pull 3 CD mode selector Active sound control single 4 CD changer selector 5 Tape mode selector Tape direction selector PROG 6 Bass control 7 Treble control 8 Fader control 9 Preset buttons CD Disc No selector file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_155 htm 1 of 9 12 30 2006 3 37 15 PM ...

Page 236: ...al tuning TP fast forward Rewind CD Music search UP DOWN 18 CD eject single 19 CD slot 20 Cassette slot 21 Display 22 Waveband selector AM 23 Waveband selectors FM 24 Anti theft LED Disc in LED single TP Applicable only in Tape Mode CD Applicable only when in CD mode and connected to a CD changer pg 156 Anti theft code file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_155 htm 2 of 9 12 30 2006 3 37 15 PM ...

Page 237: ...t code When the car is parked with ignition key removed the anti theft LED will flash To enter the code After installation or when the set has been disconnected from power the set displays CODE when it is switched on Enter the 4 digit code using the preset buttons If the correct code is entered the set is entered the set is ready to use If you enter an incorrect code you must enter the correct cod...

Page 238: ...ed the ignition key must be turned to position I the unit must be turned on Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain please refer to page 26 for information on turning the headlights off Enter the code again once this time has elapsed pg 157 Radio SC 816 A On off switch Push the button to switch on the radio Press the button to turn the radio off B Volume control file ...

Page 239: ...arts of the world by changing the frequency selection intervals as follows Depress and hold preset button 5 and turn the radio ON USA will flash on the display Each time button 5 is pressed the frequency selection will change from USA to AUS etc When the correct country name is displayed wait 5 seconds and the radio will be ready for use E Manual tuning Press the left side tune button to tune to l...

Page 240: ...gain B Preset programming 1 Tune to the desired frequency 2 Depress and hold a preset button The audio will cut out Keep the button depressed until the audio comes on again approx 2 seconds 3 The frequency is now stored on this present button C Preset buttons To select a pre programmed radio frequency depress the preset button The set frequency will be displayed pg 159 Radio SC 816 cont file K own...

Page 241: ...utomatically stored in the memory The lowest frequency station is heard If there are no audible stations is displayed 2 Press the AUTO button for less than 1 second to obtain another autostored station A new station will be selected each time the button is pressed momentarily B Bass control Adjust the bass by sliding the control up or down up to increase down to decrease A detent indicates equaliz...

Page 242: ... more sound to the rear speakers The detent indicates equalized front rear balance position B Pause function Press the volume knob to temporarily mute the sound PAUSE is displayed C Balance control Pull out the volume knob and adjust the left right balance by turning the knob counter clockwise or clockwise file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_155 htm 8 of 9 12 30 2006 3 37 15 PM ...

Page 243: ...SC function automatically adjusts the volume level of the audio system according to driving speed To deactivate ASC depress the CD button until ASC is no longer displayed To activate ASC depress the CD button until ASC is displayed approx 2 seconds Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_155 htm 9 of 9 12 30 2006 3 37 15 PM ...

Page 244: ... been played the unit will automatically play the other side auto reverse The cassette can be inserted or ejected even when the unit switched off B Reversing the tape PROG Press the button to play the other side of the tape C Fast winding The tape is advanced with and rewound with FF will be displayed while advancing the tape REW will be displayed while rewinding the tape Fast winding can be stopp...

Page 245: ...ext song There must be a pause of approx 5 seconds between songs for this function to operate B Previous selector Press the button and the tape will automatically rewind to the previous song There must be a pause of approx 5 seconds between songs for this function to operate C Pause If you press the volume knob the tape is stopped the unit is silent and PAUSE is displayed To file K ownersdocs 1999...

Page 246: ...d the tape will stop and the cassette will be ejected The radio will be automatically engaged The radio CD or CD changer will engage automatically depending on which mode was activated before the tape was played B To re enter Radio mode Push one of the waveband selector buttons When the unit re enters Radio mode the cassette will not be ejected C To re enter Tape mode file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_S...

Page 247: ... can be re entered by pressing the CD button E To re enter CD changer mode If the CD changer function has been disconnected the CD changer mode can be re entered by pressing the CHGR button pg 164 CD Single A CD slot With the audio system on insert a disc into the slot with the label side up When the CD is inserted the radio is disengaged and the CD will start to play automatically file K ownersdo...

Page 248: ...f the CD player is empty NO CD will be displayed C CD eject If the button is pressed the CD will stop and the disc will be ejected The radio will be automatically engaged The radio tape or CD changer will engage automatically depending on which mode was activated before the CD was played NOTE If the CD eject button is pressed and the disc is not removed within 12 seconds the disc will be drawn int...

Page 249: ...ss for forward selection or for backward selection The chosen track number will be displayed C Playing time display When the CD button is pressed the playing time for the current track is displayed for 5 seconds D Scan Press this button to listen to the first ten seconds of each track Press it again to stop scanning file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_161 htm 6 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 16 PM ...

Page 250: ...isplayed when this function is engaged B Pause If you press the volume knob the disc is stopped the unit is silent and PAUSE is displayed To restart the disc press the knob again C To re enter Radio mode Push one of the waveband selector buttons D To re enter Tape mode file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_161 htm 7 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 16 PM ...

Page 251: ...s been disconnected and the CD has not been ejected the CD mode can be re entered by pressing the CD button F To re enter CD changer mode If the CD changer function has been disconnected the CD changer mode can be re entered by pressing the CHGR button Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_161 htm 8 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 16 PM ...

Page 252: ... disc will be automatically selected The functions pertaining to the CD changer are only applicable if the unit has been connected to the Volvo CD changer which is sold separately as an accessory or on certain models standard on the car If no CD changer is connected to the unit EEEE will be displayed if you happen to choose CHGR mode B Disc number selector Depress one of the preset buttons 1 6 to ...

Page 253: ...anger option cont A Changing the selected track number Press for forward selection or for backward selection The chosen disc number and track number will be displayed B Playing time display When the CHGR button is pressed the playing time for current track is displayed for 5 seconds C Scan file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_167 htm 2 of 5 12 30 2006 3 37 17 PM ...

Page 254: ... tracks will be played also chosen at random A new disc will then be played in the same way RND will be displayed when this function is engaged B Pause If you press the volume knob the disc is stopped the unit is silent and PAUSE is displayed To restart the disc press the knob again C To re enter Radio mode Push one of the waveband selector buttons file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_167 htm 3...

Page 255: ...been disconnected the CD changer mode can be reentered by pressing the CHGR button pg 170 Technical specifications SC 816 Power output 4 x 25 W 10 dist Output impedance 4Ohms System voltage 12 Volts negative ground Radio System PLL Phase Lock Loop system with tuned RF Radio Frequency front and end automatic wide band gain control Electronic suppression circuitry noise killer The Radio is equipped ...

Page 256: ... 30 15000 hz S N 120 µV 56 dB without Dolby B NR S N 120 µV 66dB with Dolby B NR Wow and Flutter less than 0 06 Pinch off Dolby and the double D symbol are the trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_167 htm 5 of 5 12 30 2006 3 3...

Page 257: ...e selector on off 4 Cassette deck on off 5 Bass control Volume control sound effects pull and turn 6 Treble control 7 Balance control front rear fader Volume control center speaker pull and turn 8 Preset buttons CD 3 disc selector 1 3 CD 6 disc selector 1 6 9 Waveband selector FM 10 Waveband selector AM 11 Autostore memory CD random play file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_171 htm 1 of 7 12 30...

Page 258: ... Tape forward search Radio frequency up 21 Fast rewind CD backwards search Tape backwards search Radio frequency down 22 CD next track Tape next track Radio next station seek up 23 CD repeat previous track Tape repeat previous track Radio next station seek down 24 CD open 25 Anti theft indicator CD warning indicator 26 Cassette eject 27 PROG reversing the tape pg 172 Anti theft code file K ownersd...

Page 259: ... the correct code is entered the set is entered the set is ready to use If you enter an incorrect code you must enter the correct code again from the beginning Incorrect code If an incorrect code has been entered CODE Repeat is displayed Enter the correct code After three unsuccessful coding attempts the set will lock and remain locked for two hours System Off is displayed During this waiting peri...

Page 260: ...lector Press the FM or AM button to select the waveband you require The name of the station and the waveband will appear in the display NOTE There are three FM wavebands and one AM waveband This makes it possible to store 3 x 6 FM stations and 6 AM stations By pressing the FM button repeatedly you can switch between FM 1 FM 2 and FM 3 D Manual tuning file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_171 htm...

Page 261: ... 1 second A number of strong stations max 10 on the chosen waveband are now automatically stored in the memory An A now appears to the right in the display If there are not sufficiently strong signals No Station is displayed 2 Press the AUTO button for less than 1 second if you want to change to one of the other auto stored stations A new auto stored station will be selected each time the button i...

Page 262: ...Adjust the treble by sliding the control up or down up to increase down to decrease A detent indicates equalized treble C Fader Balance control front rear Adjust front rear speaker balance by pressing the button to extend the control and then turning it to the left more sound from the front speakers to the right more sound from the rear speakers A detent indicates equalized balance Press the butto...

Page 263: ...ll out the volume knob and turn clockwise counterclockwise to adjust the balance between the right left speakers The balance is shown in the display Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_171 htm 7 of 7 12 30 2006 3 37 18 PM ...

Page 264: ...making its way to North America Coverage by local broadcasters may be limited at this time but as the technology and benefits grow you will find the SC 900 901 radio ready to advantage of this system Automatic tuning This feature may not apply in your area If you tune into a station using RDS the frequency is displayed followed by the name of the station in letters The AF function ensures that the...

Page 265: ...am Traffic Program TP This feature may not apply in your area and only functions with FM broadcasts Please refer to the RDS information on page 176 By pressing the TP button for less than 1 second RDS stations broadcasting traffic information can be heard TP is displayed when this function is switched on If the unit is in tape or CD mode when the radio receives traffic information the respective f...

Page 266: ...y again after 5 seconds Press the TP button for less than 1 second if you want to stop listening to a traffic announcement pg 178 News NEWS This feature may not apply in your area and only functions with FM broadcasts Please refer to the RDS information on page 176 Press the NEWS button to seek a station broadcasting news programs If you press the NEWS button for less than 1 second while tuned to ...

Page 267: ...ou want to select press the manual tuning knob to begin the search During the search the chosen program type will flash in the display 4 If the radio finds a station of the selected program type it will tune in the is station and the station s name will appear in the display If no station with the selected program type is found No PTY will appear in the display for five seconds and the radio will ...

Page 268: ...to display different program types 3 Press one of the preset buttons for at least 2 seconds to store your choice of program type of that button Using the PTY preset buttons Press one of the preset buttons to select a program type The program type stored on that button will be displayed and a station broadcasting that type of program will be selected Press the same button again to select a new stat...

Page 269: ...n Hold down preset button 1 while switching on the radio The current setting ON or OFF will be displayed Press preset button 1 to toggle between ON and OFF After five seconds the display will return to normal and your selection ON or OFF will be stored C Radio Text RT Certain RDS stations broadcast general information on programs music weather etc in text form This information can be displayed by ...

Page 270: ...not be used by the driver while the car is in motion as this could create a traffic hazard For general information on RDS functions please refer to page 176 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_176 htm 7 of 7 12 30 2006 3 37 19 PM ...

Page 271: ...the unit will automatically play the other side auto reverse The cassette can be ejected up to five minutes after the key has been taken out of the ignition B Reversing the tape PROG Press the button if you want to play the other side of the tape The side of the tape being played will be displayed C Fast winding The tape is advanced with FF and rewound with REW FF fast forward or REW rewind appear...

Page 272: ...is function to operate NXT and RPT flash when the tape is either fast forwarding or rewinding NOTE This radio is equipped with background FF REW and NXT RPT functions This means that you can listen to the radio or a CD by selecting either of these modes while a tape is being wound pg 183 Cassette deck cont A Pause If your press the TAPE button the tape will stop the sound will cut off and PAUSE wi...

Page 273: ...ject If you press this button the tape will stop and the cassette will be ejected The radio CD 3 player or CD 6 changer will be automatically switched on depending on which mode was used before the tape was played B To return to the radio mode Press the FM AM auto AUTO button to return to the radio mode The radio will then be switched on without the cassette being ejected C To return to the tape m...

Page 274: ... to the CD 3 mode by pressing the CD 3 button E To return to the CD 6 changer mode If the CD 6 changer has been switched off you can return to the CD 6 changer mode by pressing the CD 6 button pg 185 CD 3 player A CD 3 slot When you insert a cartridge the unit will automatically switch modes and the CD 3 will start playing A cartridge can be inserted even if the unit is switched off To operate fil...

Page 275: ...ivate the CD player The last track to be played will start playing If there is no disc in the cartridge the cartridge will automatically be ejected Choose disc 1 2 or 3 with the preselect buttons 1 3 C CD 3 eject If you press this button the CD 3 player will stop and the cartridge will be ejected The radio cassette deck or CD 6 changer will automatically be switched back on depending on which func...

Page 276: ...k or turn the manual tuning knob The selected disc number and track number will appear in the display C Playing time display When the FF or REW buttons are pressed the playing time for the current track is displayed for 5 seconds pg 187 CD 3 player cont A Random choice Press RND to activate the random function The unit will play the tracks on the disc in a random order file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_...

Page 277: ...to the radio mode Press the FM or the AM button D To return to the tape mode If a cassette is already inserted you can return to tape mode by pressing the TAPE button E To return to the CD 3 mode If the CD 3 player has been switched off but the cartridge has not been ejected you can return to the CD 3 mode by pressing the CD 3 button F To return to the CD 6 changer mode If the CD 6 changer has bee...

Page 278: ...1999 S70 V70 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_182 htm 8 of 8 12 30 2006 3 37 19 PM ...

Page 279: ...f the cartridge and close the cover Remove the discs from the cartridge by pulling out the trays A CD 6 changer on Press the CD 6 button to activate the CD 6 mode The CD 6 changer will start playing the last disc and track to be played If the CD 6 changer cartridge is empty No Disc will appear in the display If a selected disc does not exist the disc number and CD X 00 X is the disc number will ap...

Page 280: ...ying time for this track is displayed pg 189 CD 6 Changer option cont A Changing the selected track number Press NXT to move forward to the next track RPT to repeat the previous track or turn the manual tuning knob The selected disc number and track number will be displayed B Playing time display When the FF or REW buttons are pressed the playing time for current track is displayed for 5 seconds f...

Page 281: ...nction is on B Pause If you press the CD 6 button the sound is switched off and Pause appears in the display Press the CD 6 button again to restart the CD 6 changer C To return to the radio mode Press the FM or AM button D To return to the tape mode If a cassette is already inserted you can return to tape mode by pressing the TAPE button file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_188 htm 3 of 8 12 30...

Page 282: ...r mounted at the center of the dash Dolby Prologic Surround Sound offers much clearer and more realistic sound Through a connection to a special decoder optional on certain models as well as a center speaker option the normal left right stereo channels are divided into left center right In addition surround sound can be created from the car s rear speakers Most modern discs are recorded so that vo...

Page 283: ...ar speakers B Center speaker volume control First pull the button out and then turn it to adjust the volume of the center speaker C Surround effect volume control Press the button to expose it and turn it to adjust the volume level from the rear speakers Dolby Prologic only Will not function in Radio mode FM or AM pg 192 Other settings A Settings for individual markets file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_...

Page 284: ... Fix EQ Curve 2 If you have speakers mounted in the hat shelf select Curve 1 If you do not have speakers mounted in the hat shelf select Curve 2 Selecting Curve 2 will also increase bass output pg 193 Technical specifications SC 900 901 Output 1 x 25 W center speaker Output impedance 4 Ohms System voltage 12 V negative earth Radio Volvo s SC 900 901 stereo system contains a microprocessor controll...

Page 285: ...ense from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby Prologic is the trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation The Dolby Prologic Surround System is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Supplementary amplifier optional Output 4 x 60 W 10 dist Frequency range 30 20 000 Hz S N min 50 dB nom 103 dB Output impedance 4 Ohms System voltage 12 V negativ...

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Page 287: ...e high quality discs only Keep the discs clean Wipe them with a soft clean lint free cloth working from the center outwards If necessary dampen the cloth with a neutral soap solution Dry thoroughly before using Never use cleaning spray or anti static liquid Use only cleaners specifically made for CD s Use discs of the correct size only 3 5 discs should never be used Do not put tape or labels on th...

Page 288: ... nor do they bounce off the atmosphere For this reason their range is limited The AM waves follow the earth s surface and reflect against the atmosphere giving them a wide range Weak reception fading file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_194 htm 2 of 6 12 30 2006 3 37 20 PM ...

Page 289: ... etc is that FM signals reflect against solid objects such as buildings Because these waves are very reflective static can result This static is the result of the reflected signal and the direct signal reaching your antenna at slightly different times causing a cancellation of all signals This problem occurs largely in built up areas To help minimize this situation turn down the treble pg 196 Audi...

Page 290: ...If the car is moved a short distance the weaker signal may be heard more clearly FM reasons for distortion FM is affected by the electrical systems of nearby vehicles especially those without suppression The distortion increases if the station is weak or poorly set file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_194 htm 4 of 6 12 30 2006 3 37 20 PM ...

Page 291: ...vious The signal strength needs to be stronger for good stereo reception and this limits the effective range of the sender We hope that this information proves to be useful and provides you with a better understanding of the problems related to car radio reception Reception conditions are not always optimum and this is of course beyond our control However we have endeavored to make the Volvo Audio...

Page 292: ...e cargo area These antennas also have factory installed antenna boosters NOTE The antenna will not work without this booster Place objects in the cargo area so that the antenna wires on the inside of the window will not be damaged When cleaning the window be careful that the wires are not scratched by rings etc If they are damaged radio reception will be impaired Diversity antenna dual antenna sys...

Page 293: ...nti lock Brake System ABS 19 21 70 antifreeze 82 130 Ashtrays 33 Audio systems General information 194 SC 813 142 SC 816 155 SC 900 901 171 Automatic car washing 113 Automatic daytime running lights 26 Automatic transmission 70 71 72 73 137 Driving mode selector 72 Automatic transmission fluid 127 134 Auxiliary seat 11 Automatic daytime running lights 33 B Battery 82 138 Battery drain avoiding 60 ...

Page 294: ...ary seat wagon 11 Child booster cushion 10 13 Child Restraint Anchorages 9 Child safety 13 Child safety locks rear doors 48 Clock 18 Clock resetting 27 Clutch fluid 126 Clutch interlock 70 Concealed storage bin wagon 60 Coolant checking changing 130 Coolant level sensor 21 Coolant level warning light 19 Cooling system 74 136 Courtesy lights exterior 22 Cross bars AWD XC 75 Cruise control 31 D Dayt...

Page 295: ... systems 122 Engine 135 Engine compartment 131 Engine oil 125 134 Engine oil checking changing 124 Engine oil pressure 19 Exterior courtesy lights 22 F Fog light rear 19 24 Fog lights front 24 Folding front seat sedans wagons 63 Folding rear seat sedan 57 Folding rear seat wagon 58 59 Four wheel drive 73 120 changing wheels 93 snow chains 87 towing 77 Front courtesy lights 51 Front seats 49 Front ...

Page 296: ...g 107 Headlights 22 Heated front seats 32 Heated side view mirrors 25 Heating 36 37 39 Heating and air conditioning 35 High beams 19 Hood 53 I Ignition switch 23 Immobilizer start inhibitor 42 Instrument illumination 24 Instruments 16 17 Integrated booster cushion 10 J Jack sedan 55 Jack wagon 56 Jump starting 78 K file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_198 htm 4 of 12 12 30 2006 3 37 21 PM ...

Page 297: ...123 Luggage net wagon 61 Lumbar support 49 M Maintenance schedule 118 Maintenance service 117 Malfunction indicator lamp 19 20 Manual transmission 70 137 Manual transmission fluid 134 Memory function front seats 49 Mirrors rear side view 50 O Occupant safety 14 Octane rating 67 Odometer 18 Oil pressure warning light 20 On call 140 P file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_198 htm 5 of 12 12 30 200...

Page 298: ...ear fog light 19 24 Rear suspension 136 Rear window demister 25 Rear side view mirrors 50 Refueling 67 Remote control central locking system 44 Remote keyless entry system 44 Replacing bulbs 96 101 Replacing fuses 102 Reporting Safety Defects 14 Road Assistance 140 Roadholding 75 Roof rails racks 75 S Safety defects reporting 14 Safety locks 48 Seat belt maintenance 14 Seat belts 2 3 12 Seat belts...

Page 299: ...warning light 5 19 20 Stability and Traction Control STC 19 21 25 81 Start Inhibitor Immobilizer 42 Starting the engine 69 Steering wheel adjustment 34 Steering wheel lock 23 Storage compartments 54 Studded tires 87 Sun roof 25 52 108 T Tachometer 18 Tailgate opening locking 47 lock button 47 Tailgate wiper washer 26 Temperature gauge 18 Temporary spare tire 94 Three way catalytic converter 79 Tir...

Page 300: ... VIN 116 Vehicle loading 137 Volvo On Call 140 W Warning flashers 25 Warning lights 20 21 Warranty 117 Washer fluid level 19 Washer fluid reservoir 129 Washing 112 Waxing 113 Weights 139 Wheel changing 92 93 Wheels and tires 86 Windows electrically operated 40 Windshield washer nozzles 129 Windshield wiper blades replacing 106 Winter driving 82 file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_198 htm 8 of ...

Page 301: ...xide Carbon monoxide is a poisonous colorless and odorless gas which is present in all exhaust gases If you ever smell exhaust fumes from inside the vehicle make sure the passenger compartment is ventilated and immediately return the vehicle to you th retailer for correction Never sit in a parked or stopped car for any extended amount of time nor have it unattended while the engine is running Neve...

Page 302: ...nts approx 1 6 US qts 1 5 liter See page 124 5 Brake fluid check without removing the cap that the level is above the MIN mark Use brake fluid DOT 4 See page 126 Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled Octane rating see page 67 Tire pressure see label located on inside of the fuel filler flap file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_198 htm 10 of 12 12 30 2006 3 37 22 PM ...

Page 303: ...BAZ 15d 5 21 W BAU 15s 6 26 7 W W2 5x15q 3357NA 7 55 W H1 See pages 95 101 for more detailed information VOLVO Volvo Car Corporation Göteborg Sweden TP 4174 1 Canada USA 25 000 04 97 Printed in Sweden Graphic Systems AB file K ownersdocs 1999 1999_SV70 99sv70_198 htm 11 of 12 12 30 2006 3 37 22 PM ...

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