2005 VOLVO XC90
WARNING!
Loads carried on the vehicle's roof should not exceed 220 lbs (100 kg), including the weight of the
load carriers and any other load carrying equipment (ski boxes, bicycle racks, etc.). Excessive loads
on the roof can adversely affect the handling and roadholding characteristics of the vehicle.
Load carrier cover
The vehicle's ignition key or the stud on the edge of the supplied torque wrench can be used to undo or
tighten the cover. Turn a quarter turn (90 degrees). See illustration.
pg. 109 Starting and driving
Cold weather precautions
If you wish to check your vehicle before the approach of cold weather, the following advice is worth
noting:
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Make sure that the engine coolant contains 50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture will reduce
freeze protection. This gives protection against freezing down to -31°F (-35°C). See section "Coolant".
The use of "recycled" antifreeze is not approved by Volvo. Different types of antifreeze must not
be mixed.
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Volvo recommends using only genuine Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator. Your Volvo
retailer stocks plenty of Volvo engine coolant to help protect your vehicle during cold weather.
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Try to keep the fuel tank well filled - this prevents the formation of condensation in the tank. In
addition, in extremely cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to add fuel line de-icer before refueling.
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The viscosity of the engine oil is important. Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves cold-
weather starting as well as decreasing fuel consumption while the engine is warming up. For winter use,
5W-30 oil, particularly the synthetic type*, is recommended. Be sure to use good quality oil but do not
use cold-weather oil for hard driving or in warm weather. See section "Engine oil" for more information.
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The load placed on the battery is greater during the winter since the windshield wipers, lighting, etc.
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