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VOLVO

C70

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06 Starting and driving

General information

122

Fuel requirements

125

Ignition switch, Steering wheel lock

128

Starting the vehicle

129

Manual transmission

131

Automatic transmission

Shiftlock override

Brake system

Stability system

Front/rear park assist

Towing

Jump starting

Towing a trailer

Detachable trailer hitch

148

Transporting loads

149

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06 Starting and driving

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06 Starting and driving

General information

Economical driving conserves natural resources

Better driving 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:

Summary of Contents for 2007 C70

Page 1: ...also urge you and your passengers 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 imp...

Page 2: ...flatable curtains 25 Whiplash Protection System 26 Roll over Protection System 28 Crash mode 29 Child safety 30 Child restraint systems 33 Infant seats 35 Convertible seats 37 Booster cushions 39 ISOF...

Page 3: ...on 132 Shiftlock override 135 Brake system 136 Stability system 138 Front rear park assist 140 Towing 142 Jump starting 145 Towing a trailer 146 Detachable trailer hitch 148 Transporting loads 149 07...

Page 4: ...r cap After refueling close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place If this cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled the Malfunctio...

Page 5: ...ces CO HC NOx from the exhaust pipe by approximately 95 99 and the search to eliminate the remaining emissions continues Volvo is the only automobile manufacturer to offer CFC free retrofit kits for t...

Page 6: ...y not be covered by your new car warranty See your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for more warranty information Volvo assumes no responsibility for death injury or expenses that may...

Page 7: ...the vehicle and others sharing the roadway Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility 9 Introduction This page left intentionally blank Contents Top of Page...

Page 8: ...ld safety 30 Child restraint systems 33 Infant seats 35 Convertible seats 37 Booster cushions 39 ISOFIX lower anchors 40 11 01 Safety 12 01 Safety Occupant safety Volvo s concern for safety Safety is...

Page 9: ...tance Reporting safety defects in the U S If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traf...

Page 10: ...Most states and provinces make it mandatory for occupants of a vehicle to use seat belts Seat belt tensioners The front and rear outboard seat belts are equipped with tensioners that reduce slack in...

Page 11: ...fter any collision even if they appear to be undamaged 15 01 Safety Seat belts Seat belt guides These guides are designed to help provide easier access to the seat belts A belt can be taken out of the...

Page 12: ...an easily maintain control of the vehicle as they drive which means they 16 01 Safety Seat belts must be able to easily operate the foot pedals and steering wheel Within this context they should striv...

Page 13: ...ut Seat belt maintenance Check periodically that the seat belts are in good condition Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning Check seat belt mechanism function as follows attach the seat belt and...

Page 14: ...could result in personal injury Have the vehicle towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for repairs Automatic transmission Before attempting to tow the vehicle use the following pro...

Page 15: ...d airbag housing The front airbags are designed to help prevent serious injury Deployment occurs very quickly and with considerable force During normal deployment and depending on variables such as se...

Page 16: ...al stage airbags are triggered at 70 of their total capacity If the impact is more severe the dual stage airbags are triggered at full capacity Should you have questions about any component in the SRS...

Page 17: ...e edge of the seat sit leaning toward the instrument panel or otherwise sit out of position The occupant s back must be as upright as comfort allows and be against the seat back with the seat belt pro...

Page 18: ...The OWS works with sensors that are part of the front passenger s seat and seat belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s side...

Page 19: ...r try to open remove or repair any components in the OWS system This could result in system malfunction Maintenance or repairs should only be carried out by an a trained and qualified Volvo service te...

Page 20: ...n after this the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat This condition reflects limitations of the OWS classification capability It does not indicate OWS malfunction 23 01 Safety Occupant W...

Page 21: ...place any type of object on the front passenger s seat in such a way that jamming pressing or squeezing occurs between the object and the front seat other than as a direct result of the correct use of...

Page 22: ...airbag system or in the area affected by SIPS airbag deployment Never try to open or repair any components of the SIPS airbag system This should be done only by a trained and qualified Volvo service...

Page 23: ...any components of the DMIC system This should be done only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician WARNING In order for the DMIC to provide its best protection both front seat occupants sh...

Page 24: ...ding on the crash severity angle and speed WARNING Occupants in the front seats must never sit out of position The occupant s back must be as upright as comfort allows and be against the seat back wit...

Page 25: ...p is up or down By design the tops of the roll bars are equipped with a point in order to pierce the rear window if the top is up NOTE If ROPS has deployed the system should be inspected by a trained...

Page 26: ...ODE SEE MANUAL has been displayed if you detect the odor of fuel vapor or see any signs of fuel leakage do not attempt to start the vehicle Leave the vehicle immediately Attempting to start the vehicl...

Page 27: ...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 developm...

Page 28: ...stened Volvo s recommendations Why does Volvo believe that no child should sit in the front seat of a car It s quite simple really A front airbag is a very powerful device designed by law to help prot...

Page 29: ...elt Refer to page 40 for information on securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower anchors WARNING A child seat should never be used in the front passenger seat of any vehicle with a front passenge...

Page 30: ...ent to help prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop or collision A small child s head represents a considerable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak Volvo...

Page 31: ...according to the manufacturer s instructions 3 Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into the buckle lock until a distinct click is audible WARNING A child seat should never be used in the...

Page 32: ...at belt should now be locked in place NOTE The locking retractor will automatically release when the seat belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract fully 6 Push and pull the infant seat to ensure that...

Page 33: ...rt of its total weight and its neck is still very weak Volvo recommends that children up to age 4 travel properly restrained facing rearward In addition Volvo recommends that children should ride rear...

Page 34: ...om the seat belt retractor s automatic locking function will be audible at this time and is normal The seat belt should now be locked in place 6 Push and pull the convertible seat to ensure that it is...

Page 35: ...a child seated in this position 39 01 Safety Booster cushions Securing a booster cushion Booster cushions are recommended for children who have outgrown convertible seats 1 Place the booster cushion...

Page 36: ...OFIX lower anchors Using the ISOFIX lower child seat anchors Lower anchors for ISOFIX equipped child seats are located in the rear outboard seats hidden below the backrest cushions Symbols on the seat...

Page 37: ...lustration above If the attachment is not correctly fastened the child restraint may not be properly secured in the event of a collision The ISOFIX lower child restraint anchors are only intended for...

Page 38: ...heel lever 57 Trip computer 58 Right side steering wheel lever 60 Cruise control 62 Right side steering wheel keypad 64 Steering wheel adjustment Hazard warning flashers 65 Parking brake 66 12 volt so...

Page 39: ...open handle and locking button 114 7 Lock indicator light 114 8 Climate system air vent 81 9 Side window air vent 10 Cruise control 62 11 Horn airbag 18 12 Main instrument panel 47 13 Audio controls 2...

Page 40: ...artment 101 29 Gear selector manual 131 Gear selector automatic 132 30 Parking brake 66 31 12 volt socket 67 32 Switches for raising lowering the power retractable hard top 94 46 02 Instruments and co...

Page 41: ...housands of revolutions per minute rpm Do not drive continuously with the needle in the red area of the dial which indicates maximum allowable engine rpm range Instead shift to a higher gear or slow t...

Page 42: ...en you turn the ignition key to the driving position position II before starting This shows that the symbols are functioning When the engine starts all symbols go out If the engine is not started with...

Page 43: ...information symbol lights up to alert the driver to a message in the information display The message can be erased by pressing the READ button see page 53 or will disappear automatically after two min...

Page 44: ...t correcting the cause could even damage other components in your car NOTE Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol 2 Anti lock Brake system ABS If the warning light comes on there is a mal...

Page 45: ...ash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer If the light does not flash when signaling one of the turn signals on the trailer or on the car are not functioning properly 2 Parking brake app...

Page 46: ...After hard driving the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling This is normal provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased 5 Seat belt reminder See page 16 for detailed in...

Page 47: ...engine 2 Restart the engine 3 If both warning lights go off no further action is required and the car can be driven 4 If both lights remain on after the engine has been restarted switch off the engine...

Page 48: ...you are using the trip computer this message must be read before you can access the trip computer 54 02 Instruments and controls Information display Message Meaning STOP SAFELY Stop the car in a safe...

Page 49: ...has been turned off See page 138 for details 55 02 Instruments and controls Lighting panel Pos Lighting Daytime running lights headlights off High beam flash only Parking lights Daytime running lights...

Page 50: ...the rear fog light is on NOTE The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal taillights and should be used only when conditions such as fog rain snow smoke or dust reduce visibility for...

Page 51: ...he fuel filler door If it should be necessary to manually unlock the fuel filler door from the trunk the power retractable hard top should be up 1 Remove the panel covering the taillight housing on th...

Page 52: ...al bulb High low beam headlights Continuous high beams 1 Turn the ignition key to position II 2 With the light switch 1 in position see page 55 pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel pos...

Page 53: ...n to return to the trip computer function Controls The trip computer functions can be accessed by twisting INFO B one step at a time in either direction Twisting a final time returns you to the origin...

Page 54: ...switched off information on average speed is stored and remains in system memory until the RESET button C is pressed again 59 02 Instruments and controls Trip computer ACTUAL SPEED Canadian models onl...

Page 55: ...toward the steering wheel and release it The wipers will make 2 3 sweeps across the windshield after the lever has been released CAUTION Use ample washer fluid when washing the windshield The windshi...

Page 56: ...more frequently or down the wipers will sweep the windshield less frequently On Off To activate the rain sensor 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Put the windshield wiper lever in position 0 3 Press button B...

Page 57: ...uments and controls Cruise control Engaging the cruise control function The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel hub 1 Press the CRUISE button CRUISE will appear i...

Page 58: ...stem s memory Cruise control is also automatically disengaged If the speed drops below approximately 20 mph 30 km h when driving uphill When the brake or clutch pedal is depressed If the gear selector...

Page 59: ...n a track on a CD 65 02 Instruments and controls Steering wheel adjustment Hazard warning flashers Steering wheel adjustment Both the height and the reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a co...

Page 60: ...ss the button again to turn off the flashers NOTE Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary depending on where you live 66 02 Instruments and controls Parking brake Parking...

Page 61: ...els so that they point away from the curb If the vehicle is pointing downhill turn the front wheels so that they point toward the curb Releasing the parking brake 1 Press firmly on the brake pedal 2 P...

Page 62: ...the auxiliary socket is not in use Maximum current from the sockets is 10A 1Ashtrays are also available as an accessory 68 02 Instruments and controls Power windows Operation The power windows are op...

Page 63: ...r as possible and release to automatically open the front window s completely To stop the window at any time pull the button up Closing a window Lightly pull up the front edge of any of the buttons A...

Page 64: ...y The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones The compass is initially set for the zone to which the car was delivered and should always be adjusted if the car is driven to a new magnetic zone A C wil...

Page 65: ...or armrest To adjust the mirrors Driver s door mirror Press the L button a light in the switch will go on to activate the adjustment control Use this control to adjust the driver s door mirror Passeng...

Page 66: ...ar is unlocked with the same remote control the mirrors will move to the stored position 72 02 Instruments and controls Personal settings Control panel A Display B Menu button C Exit button D Enter bu...

Page 67: ...alternatives for unlocking Global All doors Unlocks all doors and the trunk with one press on the remote control Two Step Two stage unlocking This alternative unlocks the driver s door with one press...

Page 68: ...Use this alternative to return to the default climate system settings 74 02 Instruments and controls HomeLink Universal Transceiver option 02 Introduction HomeLink1 is a system that can be programmed...

Page 69: ...red before April 1 1982 A garage door opener that cannot detect an object signalling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current federal safety standards Using a garage door opener without thes...

Page 70: ...2 5 7 5 cm away from the HomeLink surface located on your keeping the HomeLink indicator light in view 3 Using both hands simultaneously press and hold both the desired HomeLink button and hand held...

Page 71: ...or opener has the rolling code feature if the indicator light flashes rapidly and then turns solid after 2 seconds To train a garage door with the rolling code feature follow these instructions the ai...

Page 72: ...nsmitter button The HomeLink indicator light will flash first slowly and then rapidly 4 When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly release both buttons The previous device has now been erased an...

Page 73: ...to prevent the windows from fogging the air conditioning should be left on even in cool weather NOTE In warm weather a small amount of water may accumulate under the car when it has been parked This w...

Page 74: ...g under dirty and dusty conditions The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should always be replaced with a new one NOTE There are different types of cabin air filters Ensure that the correct type...

Page 75: ...eat 9 Rear window and door mirror defrosters 10 Temperature selector NOTE The sunlight sensor on the upper side of the dashboard and the passenger compartment temperature sensor located behind the cli...

Page 76: ...e display goes out the blower and the air conditioning are switched off The display shows the blower symbol and OFF 3 Recirculation This function can be used to shut out exhaust fumes smoke etc from t...

Page 77: ...utton indicate that the manual function has been selected With manually selected airflow both warm and cool air can be selected See also the table on page 85 6 Air conditioning On Off ON The air condi...

Page 78: ...tures on the driver s and passenger s sides can be set separately using the knob with the thermometer in it The temperature can be set for both sides of the car when the ignition is switched on both L...

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Page 80: ...or 88 04 Interior Front seats Manual seat adjustment The driver s and passenger s seats can be adjusted in a number of ways to provide a comfortable driving and sitting position 1 Forward rearward Pul...

Page 81: ...ontrol allow 1Also applies to the optional power seat 89 04 Interior Front seats Accessing the rear seat Easy Entry Move the seat belt from the guide before entering the rear seat See page 15 Manual s...

Page 82: ...ition when it is as far forward as possible it will automatically move rearward approximately 2 in 6 cm after several seconds WARNING After the seat has been returned to its original position be sure...

Page 83: ...econds before operating the seat again Emergency stop If the seat inadvertently begins to move press any of the buttons to stop the seat Programming the seat memory driver s seat only option Three dif...

Page 84: ...in when the doors were most recently locked with the same remote control NOTE The memory function in the remote control operates independently of the memory function in the seat WARNING Because the dr...

Page 85: ...uld preferably be done in one continuous operation If the vehicle is parked outdoors the engine should be idling to help avoid battery drain CAUTION If the instructions on these pages are not followed...

Page 86: ...y so that it locks in place on both the right and left sides NOTE If the trunk divider is not completely closed it will not be possible to operate the power retractable hard top Power retractable hard...

Page 87: ...d WARNING See the section Before raising or lowering the power retractable hard top on page 92 before operating the power retractable hard top Never pull the release wire for the power retractable har...

Page 88: ...according to the following instructions Emergency operation If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed the power retractable hard top cannot be operated in the normal way NOTE If a fault has...

Page 89: ...ck cord attaching points are on the underside To install the cover 1 Raise all windows 2 Take out the cover stowed in the compartment in the rear side of the ski hatch in the center of the rear seat b...

Page 90: ...ear head restraints so that they rest on the upper edge of the backrest 4 Press the side lock tabs into the holes in the side panels until they click into place 5 Raise the wind blocker The zipper in...

Page 91: ...tions Off Press the right side of the button Neutral position the interior courtesy lighting comes on when a door is opened and is switched off when the door is closed ON Press the left side of the bu...

Page 92: ...y lighting has not been switched off the right side of button 2 depressed The automatic lighting goes out when the engine is started the car is locked from the outside using the key or remote control...

Page 93: ...e center instrument panel 7 Cup holders 8 Storage compartment in center console for e g CDs 9 Cup holders 10 Storage compartments in rear side panels 11 Storage compartment on rear side of front seat...

Page 94: ...e control See the chapter Locks and alarm for further information about the key blade Compartment in door panel Open the compartment by lifting the front lower section of the lid Close by pressing the...

Page 95: ...press again directly over that catch CAUTION Never pull the panel the catches may be damaged Press to close and latch the panel Center console storage compartment This compartment can be opened by pre...

Page 96: ...the power retractable hard top s operation see page 94 also apply to the this function WARNING Anyone near the vehicle should be well clear of the power retractable hard top s moving parts before it i...

Page 97: ...button again 7 Close the trunk NOTE The trunk cannot be closed while the folded power retractable hard top is in the upper position 104 04 Interior Storage compartments Raising and lowering the folded...

Page 98: ...ng the 12 volt socket while the engine is not running drains the vehicle s battery If the ignition is switched off and a device drawing more that 0 1A is connected to a socket a battery alert will be...

Page 99: ...ration toward each other to release the hatch and fold it down NOTE If the vehicle is equipped with the optional ski bag the bag s zipper must be opened from the passenger s compartment in order to in...

Page 100: ...ove compartment USA FCC ID LTQVO315TX This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this de...

Page 101: ...to the following condition 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Canada IC...

Page 102: ...n Automatic relocking If the doors are unlocked the locks will automatically reengage re lock and the alarm will rearm after 2 minutes unless a door or the trunk has been opened Automatic locking When...

Page 103: ...l and key blade 2 Place the remote control with the keypad downward Remove the screw 1 using a small slotted screwdriver 3 Remove the cover 4 Note how the and sides of the battery are positioned on th...

Page 104: ...door lock Turn the key blade clockwise approximately one quarter turn to unlock the driver s door only NOTE After unlocking the driver s door with the key blade opening the door will trigger the alarm...

Page 105: ...temporary access to the contents of the trunk Therefore before activating valet locking the power retractable hard top must be up and the trunk divider must be open up see page 93 This makes it imposs...

Page 106: ...ck button A long press at least two seconds also opens all the side windows Locking Press in the lower section of the lock button Lock indicator lights An indicator light in each door will illuminate...

Page 107: ...the detachable key blade on the remote control See page 111 for information on removing the key blade from the remote control 1 Unlock the glove compartment by turning the key a quarter of a turn 90...

Page 108: ...actable hard top is in motion This could cause damage to the trunk lid hard top 116 05 Locks and alarm Opening the trunk from the inside Opening the trunk from the inside U S models only The car is eq...

Page 109: ...The car is lifted or towed if the car is equipped with the optional inclination sensor The battery is disconnected while the alarm is armed The siren is disconnected when the alarm is disarmed NOTE Th...

Page 110: ...on the remote control or by inserting the key in the ignition switch The driver s door must first be unlocked with the key blade Audible visual alarm signal An audible alarm signal is given by a batt...

Page 111: ...unction will not disarm the vehicle s standard alarm U S A FCC ID MAYDA 5823 3 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not...

Page 112: ...ty system 138 Front rear park assist 140 Towing 142 Jump starting 145 Towing a trailer 146 Detachable trailer hitch 148 Transporting loads 149 121 06 Starting and driving 122 06 Starting and driving G...

Page 113: ...ned items and others are checked at the standard maintenance intervals Avoid overheating the engine Do not drive at engine speeds above 4 500 rpm if you tow a trailer in hilly areas This could cause t...

Page 114: ...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 Volvo recommends us...

Page 115: ...the cargo area provides electrical current even with the ignition switched off which drains the battery NOTE If the ignition is switched on a warning message will be displayed in the text window in t...

Page 116: ...mance but using 87 octane or above will not affect engine reliability In demanding driving conditions such as operating the vehicle in hot weather towing a trailer or driving for extended periods at h...

Page 117: ...ance may be affected and the Check Engine Light malfunction indicator lamp located on your instrument panel may light If this occurs please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for main...

Page 118: ...n also keep the vehicle locked if you remain inside it during refueling The central locking button does not lock the fuel filler door Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and is completely c...

Page 119: ...closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled the Check Engine Light malfunction indicator lamp may indicate a fault However your vehicle s performance will not be affected...

Page 120: ...lease pressure on the lock mechanism 3 Reinsert the key and start the vehicle The steering should immediately unlock If not try again NOTE In order to help reduce vehicle theft make sure the steering...

Page 121: ...Keylock Models equipped an automatic transmission have a keylock system When the engine is switched off the gear selector must be in the Park P position before the key can be removed from the ignitio...

Page 122: ...r foot from the clutch pedal while driving The shift pattern should be followed Overdrive 5th and 6th gears should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy 1 Clutch interlock The clut...

Page 123: ...Automatic transmission Shift gate positions Depress the button on the front of the gear selector knob to move the selector between the R N D and P positions The gear selector can be moved freely betwe...

Page 124: ...II if the engine is not already running 2 Depress the brake pedal 3 Move the gear selector to the desired position D Drive D is the normal driving position The Drive position offers 6 forward gears T...

Page 125: ...lector to engage disengage this driving mode A W will be displayed in the instrument panel when Winter Wet driving mode is engaged Mode W will only function if the gear selector is in the Drive D posi...

Page 126: ...a problem should occur in one of these circuits it is still possible to stop the vehicle with the other brake circuit If the brake pedal must be depressed farther than normal and requires greater foo...

Page 127: ...be subjected to a greater than normal load Anti lock brakes ABS The Anti lock Braking System ABS helps to improve vehicle control stopping and steering during severe braking conditions by limiting br...

Page 128: ...l You must maintain full pressure on the brake pedal in order to utilize the system completely There will be no braking effect if the pedal is released EBA is automatically deactivated when the brake...

Page 129: ...til spin control has been reactivated The spin control function is automatically enabled each time the engine is started DSTC ON indicates that all system functions are active Active yaw control AYC T...

Page 130: ...ight goes out the fault was temporary and no further action is required 4 If the indicator light remains on drive to an authorized Volvo workshop as soon as possible to have the system checked The Sta...

Page 131: ...ately When park assist is actively working 1 The audio system s volume will be reduced 2 An intermittent signal will be audible from the speakers to indicate that you are approaching a person object p...

Page 132: ...e system to function properly the sensors in the rear bumpers should be kept clean They can be cleaned with car washing detergent and a sponge Faults in the system If a fault should occur in the syste...

Page 133: ...vehicle with all four wheels on the ground WARNING Volvo does not recommend towing a disabled vehicle behind another vehicle Significant difficulty in steering and braking combined with unfavorable we...

Page 134: ...of towing device lighting marker flags etc Never attempt to push or tow start a vehicle with a dead battery This would inject unburned fuel into the three way catalytic converter s causing overheatin...

Page 135: ...vided for the other vehicle To jump start your vehicle 1 Switch off the ignition 2 First connect the auxiliary battery positive terminal 1 to the positive terminal in your vehicle s battery 2 marked w...

Page 136: ...000 km Maximum speed when towing a trailer 50 m p h 80 km h Engine and transmission are subject to increased loads Therefore engine coolant temperature should be closely watched when driving in hot cl...

Page 137: ...d for trailers heavier than the vehicle is designed to tow Please adhere to Volvo s recommended trailer weights Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines exceeding 15 148 06 Starting and driving Detach...

Page 138: ...r can be inadvertently knocked out of position by long cargo causing the car to move Keep the following in mind when loading the vehicle Load the cargo in the cargo area against the rear seat backrest...

Page 139: ...rmation placard on the B pillar the structural member at the side of the vehicle at the rear of the driver s door opening or on the inside of the fuel filler door on Canadian models The tires have goo...

Page 140: ...an negatively affect your vehicle s stability and handling Approved tire sizes are shown in the Tire inflation pressure tables on pages 156 and 157 Any damage caused by installation of unapproved whee...

Page 141: ...etermined by the DOT stamp on the sidewall see the illustration above A tire with e g visible cracks or discoloration should be replaced immediately Improving tire economy Maintain correct tire pressu...

Page 142: ...most common cause of tire failure and may result in severe tire cracking tread separation or blowout with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury Under inflated tires reduce th...

Page 143: ...dded that could puncture the tire and cause an air leak 6 Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges cuts bulges or other irregularities NOTE If you overfill the tire release air by pushing...

Page 144: ...card for information specific to the tires installed on your vehicle at the factory 157 07 Wheels and tires Tire inflation Tire inflation pressure table Canadian models The following tire pressures ar...

Page 145: ...the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in betwee...

Page 146: ...Maximum load rating a figure indicating the maximum load in pounds and kilograms that can be carried by the tire This rating is established by the tire manufacturer Maximum permissible inflation press...

Page 147: ...ll be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load c...

Page 148: ...ces in road characteristics and climate TRACTION The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt an...

Page 149: ...cified maximum speed limit Under no circumstances should you exceed 31 mph 50 km h Avoid bumps holes or sharp turns when driving with snow chains The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected...

Page 150: ...ld cause the wheel to come loose Aluminum wheels high nut Only the high type of nut can be used for aluminum wheels This is considerably different from other types of nut because it has a rotating con...

Page 151: ...that are rotated but not on a regular basis may actually cause more tire noise faster tire wear and unpleasant changes in steering feel and vehicle handling A tire that can fully adapt to its positio...

Page 152: ...t 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 The retaining straps securing the spare wheel...

Page 153: ...ing brake 2 Put the gear selector in Park P 3 Block the wheels that are on the ground with wooden blocks or large stones 4 Remove the wheel cap where applicable using the lug wrench in the tool bag 5...

Page 154: ...the car when changing a tire For any other job use stands to support the car Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the Park P position Block the wheels standing on the ground use rigid...

Page 155: ...s inflation valve NOTE The tire sealing system is only intended to seal holes on the tire s tread area not the sidewall Tires with large holes or tears cannot be repaired with the tire sealing system...

Page 156: ...he tire 172 07 Wheels and tires Tire sealing system Temporarily repairing a flat tire is done in two stages In the first stage the hole is sealed by pumping sealing compound into the tire The car is t...

Page 157: ...the rim the tire cannot be repaired The vehicle should not be driven if this occurs Contact a towing service or Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance if applicable 8 Within seven minutes inflate the tire...

Page 158: ...inate the pressure gauge 7 Inflate the tire to the correct pressure as indicated in the tire inflation tables on pages 156 and 157 If the tire needs to be inflated start the tire sealing system s comp...

Page 159: ...er for replacement parts See also the safety regulations on the bottom of the container WARNING Be sure that the compressor is not connected to a 12 volt socket while replacing the container 175 07 Wh...

Page 160: ...placing the container after its expiration date has passed 1 Unscrew the two screws 2 on the orange casing 2 Remove the speed limit sticker 4 and the expiration date decal 1 3 Release the safety catch...

Page 161: ...t sponge and plenty of sudsy water Bird droppings Remove from paintwork as soon as possible Otherwise the finish may be permanently damaged A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt...

Page 162: ...k way to clean your car but it is worth remembering that it may not be as thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge and water Keeping the underbody clean is most important especially i...

Page 163: ...Fabric Clean with soapy water or a detergent For more difficult spots caused by oil ice cream shoe polish grease etc use a clothing fabric stain remover Consult your Volvo retailer Interior plastic c...

Page 164: ...med or brushed clean regularly especially during winter when they should be taken out for drying Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent For best protection in winter Volvo recommen...

Page 165: ...oon as the spot has been cleaned 183 08 Car care Paint touch up Deep scratches 1 Place a strip of masking tape over the damaged surface Pull the tape off so that any loose flakes of paint adhere to it...

Page 166: ...outlined in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet This maintenance program contains inspections and services necessary for the proper function of your vehicle The maintenance services...

Page 167: ...anties are provided as required by state provincial law Refer to your separate Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for detailed information concerning each of the warranties Periodic main...

Page 168: ...t is an Onboard Diagnostic System OBD II OBD II is part of your vehicle s computerized engine management system It stores diagnostic information about your vehicle s emission controls It can light the...

Page 169: ...is typically needed to allow OBD II to reach readiness Your Volvo retailer can provide you with more information on planning a trip Maintain your vehicle in accordance with your vehicle s maintenance...

Page 170: ...he Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for information on the oil change intervals Volvo recommends NOTE Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives Synthetic oil is not used when t...

Page 171: ...off the engine and wait for at least 10 15 minutes and recheck the oil level If necessary add oil until the level is near the MAX mark CAUTION Not checking the oil level regularly can result in seriou...

Page 172: ...ext in the information display Some models use both systems Contact an authorized Volvo retailer for more information 193 09 Maintenance and servicing Fluids Washer fluid The washer fluid reservoir is...

Page 173: ...ew the expansion tank cap slowly so that the overpressure dissipates 194 09 Maintenance and servicing Fluids Brake fluid The brake fluid should always be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of t...

Page 174: ...l 195 09 Maintenance and servicing Wiper blades Replacing windshield wiper blades 1 Fold out the wiper arm 2 Press the button on the wiper blade attachment and pull straight out 1 parallel with the wi...

Page 175: ...ect the service life and function of the battery In order for your battery to perform satisfactorily keep the following in mind Check the fluid level in each cell in the battery every 24 months or eve...

Page 176: ...d properly tightened Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running or when the key is in the ignition This could damage the vehicle s electrical system The battery should be disconnected fro...

Page 177: ...odules 3 Remove the cover over the battery 4 Disconnect the battery negative ground cable 5 Disconnect the positive cable 6 Remove the front side of the battery box with a screwdriver 7 Release the cl...

Page 178: ...edical help immediately if eyes are affected 198 09 Maintenance and servicing Bulbs Bulbs used in the car NOTE Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers Grease and oils from your fingers vapori...

Page 179: ...urn the headlight switch to position 0 2 Open the hood 3 Pull up the headlight housing s retaining pin 1 4 Pull the headlight housing to one side and then forward 2 5 Disconnect the wiring connector 6...

Page 180: ...out the bulb 6 Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb Installing a new bulb 1 Insert the new bulb It can only be installed in one position 200 09 Maintenance and servicing Replacing bulbs 2 Pre...

Page 181: ...positioned 4 Reinstall the bulb holder It can only be installed in one position 5 Reinstall the headlight housing Parking light bulb 1 Pull out the bulb holder with a pair of pliers The bulb holder s...

Page 182: ...new bulb and reinstall the bulb holder in the headlight housing Side marker light 1 Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise pull it out and replace the bulb 2 Reinstall the bulb holder It can only be in...

Page 183: ...ng the taillight bulb holder All bulbs in the taillight cluster can be replaced from the cargo area To access the bulb holders 1 Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0 2 Remove the cover...

Page 184: ...placed consult an authorized Volvo retailer or workshop High level brake light These bulbs should only be replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician 204 09 Maintenance and servicing Replacing...

Page 185: ...crewdriver and turn it gently to detach the bulb housing 2 Remove the defective bulb 3 Install a new bulb 4 Press the bulb housing back into place 205 09 Maintenance and servicing Replacing bulbs Lice...

Page 186: ...to place 206 09 Maintenance and servicing Replacing bulbs Footwell lighting The footwell lighting is located under the dashboard on the driver s and passenger s sides To replace a bulb 1 Insert a scre...

Page 187: ...ing fuses There are relay fuse boxes located in the engine compartment and the passenger compartment If an electrical component fails to function this may be due to a blown fuse The easiest way to see...

Page 188: ...al extra fuses and a fuse removal tool to assist in removing replacing fuses can be found on the underside of the fuse box cover in the engine compartment 210 09 Maintenance and servicing Fuses Fuse b...

Page 189: ...d holding the upholstery in position 211 09 Maintenance and servicing Fuses Fuses in the engine compartment 1 Coolant fan radiator 50A 2 Power steering 80A 3 Feed to passenger compartment fuse box 60A...

Page 190: ...se 29 Front fog lights option 15A 30 Not in use 31 Not in use 32 Fuel injectors 10A 33 Heated oxygen sensor vacuum pump 20A 34 Ignition coils climate unit pressure sensor 10A 35 Engine sensor valves A...

Page 191: ...module 10A 57 On board diagnostic socket brake light switch 15A 58 Right high beam auxiliary lights relay 7 5A 214 09 Maintenance and servicing Fuses 59 Left high beam 7 5A 60 Heated driver s seat opt...

Page 192: ...nger s side door 25A 83 Power window and door lock front driver s side door 25A 84 Power passenger s seat option 25A 85 Power driver s seat option 25A 86 Interior lighting relay trunk light power seat...

Page 193: ...udio Audio functions 218 Radio functions 221 CD player CD changer option 227 Audio menu 231 217 10 Audio 218 10 Audio Audio functions Audio system controls 1 VOLUME dial 2 AM FM select a radio band 3...

Page 194: ...a 12 volt socket while it is connect to the AUX port sound quality may be impaired The volume of the external sound source AUX may be different from the volume of the internal sound sources such as th...

Page 195: ...aylight the information is displayed against a light background In darkness it is displayed against a dark background Sound settings 1 Press SOUND 5 Press this button repeatedly until you come to the...

Page 196: ...ppear in the display when Dolby Pro Logic II is activated There are three alternative settings Pro Logic II 3 channel Off normal 2 channel stereo 220 10 Audio Audio functions Activating deactivating S...

Page 197: ...justed automatically according to the speed of the vehicle There are three settings available which determine the level of volume compensation LOW MEDIUM1 HIGH To set the automatic sound level 1 Press...

Page 198: ...be stored The audio system sound will be interrupted for a few seconds and STATION STORED will appear in the display NOTE A total of 30 stations can be stored 10 stations each in AM FM1 and FM2 Autom...

Page 199: ...8 seconds after which scanning resumes Activating deactivating SCAN 1 Select radio mode using the AM FM button 2 2 Press SCAN to activate the function SCAN is shown in the display 3 Press the SCAN or...

Page 200: ...hile the subscription is being updated after which the display will return to the normal view SIRIUS ID The SIRIUS ID is required when contacting the Sirius Call Center It is used to activate your acc...

Page 201: ...10 stations each for Sirius 1 and Sirius 2 See page 221 for detailed information on storing stations A long press on one of the number keys stores the currently tuned channel on that key A short press...

Page 202: ...is displayed about the song that is currently playing can be changed Use the AUTO button or the menu to display the Artist Title Composer or switch radio text off 225 10 Audio Radio functions Advanced...

Page 203: ...CK OPTIONS and press ENTER 2 Select CHANNEL LOCK LIST and press ENTER 3 Enter the channel access code and press ENTER 4 Select a category in the list and press ENTER 5 Lock channels in the list presen...

Page 204: ...Press and hold the ENTER button for 2 seconds 3 The current code will be displayed Your Volvo retailer can also provide you with assistance SIRIUS ID This function displays the 12 digit Sirius activa...

Page 205: ...changer containing a disc is selected and the audio system is in CD mode when it is switched on the CD will play automatically CD eject Single CD player Press the eject button 3 to eject the disc CD c...

Page 206: ...o play the rest of the files in the current folder When all of the files in the folder have been played the player will automatically go to the next folder and play the files in it Press the left or r...

Page 207: ...ndom track file on the current disc Press the EXIT button to stop random play The random function is automatically deactivated when another disc is selected Disc text CD changer only Certain CDs conta...

Page 208: ...tening problems due to the quality of the disc or recording equipment used DualDisc The audio side of a DualDisc combined CD DVD does not meet CD specifications and may not play in your audio system K...

Page 209: ...1 1 AUDIO SETTINGS CD menu 1 RANDOM 2 AUDIO SETTINGS CD changer menu 1 RANDOM 2 DISC TEXT ON OFF 3 AUDIO SETTINGS AUX menu 1 AUX VOLUME 2 SOUND SETTINGS Contents Top of Page...

Page 210: ...11 Specifications Label information 234 Dimensions and weights 236 Fluids 238 Engine oil 239 Engine specifications 241 Electrical system 242 Volvo programs 244 233 11 Specifications 234 11 Specificati...

Page 211: ...depending on the market for which the vehicle is intended Canadian models upper decal U S models lower decal 4 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 1 The VIN plate is located on the top left surface of t...

Page 212: ...icle weight must not be exceeded WARNING When adding accessories equipment luggage and other cargo to your vehicle the total capacity weight must not be exceeded 237 11 Specifications Dimensions and w...

Page 213: ...GF 3 API SL and ACEA A1 B1 Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel economy engine performance or engine protection Volume 6 1 US qts 5 8 liters Volume between the MIN and Max marks on the dipst...

Page 214: ...operation Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W 30 or 0W 40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes hot or cold when towing a trailer...

Page 215: ...eloped by the normally aspirated engine The charge air cooler which resembles a radiator is located between the turbo compressor and inlet manifold Fuel system The engine is equipped with a multiport...

Page 216: ...ngine misfire noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions such as engine overheating or backfiring A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three w...

Page 217: ...to Volvo factory training Volvo supports certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence A S E Certified technicians have demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific...

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