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02 Instruments and controls

Instrument overview

Steering wheel adjustment

Hood opener

Controls in front doors (see
page 52)

Left steering wheel lever

Lighting panel, fuel filler door
opener

Door open handle and locking but-
ton

Climate system air vent

Side window air vent

Cruise control

Horn, airbag

Main instrument panel

Audio controls (option)

Right steering wheel lever

Ignition switch

Moonroof control (option)

Not in use

Not is use

Courtesy lighting switch

Driver's side reading light

Passenger's side reading light

Seat belt reminder and Occupant
Weight Sensor indicator

Rear-view mirror

Display for climate control, personal
settings, and audio system

Audio system

Controls for personal settings and
audio system

Controls for climate system

Gear selector

Hazard warning flashers

Door open handle, and locking but-
ton

Glove compartment

Parking brake

12-volt socket

Position for optional equipment

Summary of Contents for 2009 C30

Page 1: ...VOLVO C30 Owner s manual Web Edition...

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Page 3: ...se 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 emis...

Page 4: ...ooster cushions 43 ISOFIX lower anchors 44 Top tether anchors 45 Child restraint registration and recalls 46 02 02 Instruments and controls Instrument overview 50 Instrument panel 53 Indicator and war...

Page 5: ...c Climate Control ECC option 96 Air distribution 99 04 04 Interior Front seats 102 Interior lighting 106 Storage compartments 107 Rear seat 111 Cargo area 113 05 05 Locks and alarm Remote control and...

Page 6: ...oads 156 Blind Spot Information System BLIS option 157 Park assist Option accessory 161 07 07 Wheels and tires General information 166 Tire inflation 168 Inflation pressure U S models 170 Inflation pr...

Page 7: ...11 Replacing bulbs 213 Fuses 221 10 10 Audio Audio functions 230 Radio functions 234 CD player CD changer 239 Audio menu 243 Bluetooth hands free connection 244 11 11 Specifications Label information...

Page 8: ...Contents 12 12 Index Index 266...

Page 9: ...Contents...

Page 10: ...ual Before you operate your vehicle for the first time please familiarize yourself with the new engine oil consumption information see page 206 You should also be familiar with the information found i...

Page 11: ...some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of Cali fornia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain flu...

Page 12: ...efficient and well controlled recycling dismantling information is available for all Volvo models For Volvo all homogeneous plastic parts weighing more than 3 4 oz 100 grams are marked with inter nati...

Page 13: ...r activ ities that are not directly related to control ling the vehicle in the driving environment Your new Volvo is or can be equipped with many feature rich entertainment and communication systems T...

Page 14: ...6 Side impact protection airbags 29 Volvo Inflatable Curtain VIC 30 Whiplash Protection System 32 Crash mode 34 Child safety 35 Child restraint systems 37 Infant seats 39 Convertible seats 41 Booster...

Page 15: ...01 SAFETY...

Page 16: ...rly Keep your windshield and headlights clean Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks Take into account the traffic road and weather conditions particularly with regard to stopping dista...

Page 17: ...you believe your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform Trans port Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of Canada Corp To con...

Page 18: ...e shoulder belt is not pulled out too far NOTE The seat belt is easiest to reach by grasping it near the lower seat belt guide not over the shoulder The retractor will lock up as follows if the belt i...

Page 19: ...es are designed to help provide easier access to the seat belts A belt can be taken out of the guide and slid to the rearmost part of the lower seat belt anchorage rod to make it easier for passengers...

Page 20: ...out which seat belts are fastened in the rear seat A mes sage will appear in the information display when a belt is being used This message will disappear after approximately 30 sec onds or can be era...

Page 21: ...trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible Never try to repair any component or part of the SRS yourself Any interfer ence in the system could cause mal function and serious in...

Page 22: ...e seats occupants com presses the airbags some of the gas is expel led at a controlled rate to provide better cushioning Both seat belt pretensioners also deploy minimizing seat belt slack The entire...

Page 23: ...ensity of the collision is sufficient for the seat belt pretensioners and or airbags to be deployed However not all frontal collisions activate the front airbags If the collision involves a nonrigid o...

Page 24: ...ront passenger s seat We also recommend that occupants under 4 feet 7 inches 140 cm in height who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt fastened1 Never drive with the air...

Page 25: ...t of position The occupant s back must be as upright as comfort allows and be against the seat back with the seat belt properly fastened Feet must be on the floor e g not on the dash seat or out of th...

Page 26: ...ide front airbag when the front passenger s seat is unoccupied or has small medium objects in the front seat the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat that is instal...

Page 27: ...WS indica tor light is not lit Passenger s side front airbag ena bled A Volvo recommends that children always be properly restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats Do not assume tha...

Page 28: ...ted on the weight sensor by a child and could result in the airbag being enabled which might cause it to deploy in the event of a collision thereby injuring the child WARNING Keep the following points...

Page 29: ...onsists of gas gen erators and side airbag modules built into the outboard sides of both front seat backrests WARNING The SIPS airbag system is a supple ment to the structural Side Impact Pro tection...

Page 30: ...e Cur tain VIC and the Side Impact Airbag System SIPS airbag will deploy The VIC and the SIPS airbag deploy simultaneously NOTE If the inflatable curtain deploys it remains inflated for approximately...

Page 31: ...position with the seat belt properly fastened adults using the seat belt and children using the proper child restraint system Only adults should sit in the front seats Children must never be allowed...

Page 32: ...t could result in whiplash WARNING The WHIPS system is designed to sup plement the other safety systems in your car For this system to function properly the three point seat belt must be worn Please b...

Page 33: ...e WHIPS system If the rear seat is folded down the occupied front seats must be adjusted forward so that they do not touch the folded rear seat G020125 WARNING Boxes suitcases etc wedged behind the fr...

Page 34: ...r CRASH MODE 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 t...

Page 35: ...are safer in rear seating positions than front seating positions when properly restrained A child restraint sys tem can help protect a child in a vehicle Here s what to look for when selecting a child...

Page 36: ...he seat belt properly fastened 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 desi...

Page 37: ...ng ISOFIX lower anchors and or top tether anchorages G026320 Convertible seat WARNING A child seat should never be used in the front passenger seat of any vehicle with a front passenger airbag not eve...

Page 38: ...injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop or collision A small child s head represents a con siderable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak Volvo recom mends that children...

Page 39: ...the vehicle G026322 Positioning the seat belt through the infant seat 2 Attach the seat belt to the infant seat according to the manufacturer s instruc tions G026323 Fasten the seat belt WARNING A ch...

Page 40: ...in place let the seat belt retract and pull it taut A sound from 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 p...

Page 41: ...e convertible seat manufacturer s recommen dations G026320 Route the seat belt through the convertible seat WARNING A small child s head represents a consider able part of its total weight and its nec...

Page 42: ...allowed to retract fully 5 Press the convertible seat firmly in place let the seat belt retract and pull it taut A sound from the seat belt retractor s auto matic locking function will be audible at t...

Page 43: ...are recommended for chil dren who have outgrown convertible seats 1 Place the booster cushion in the rear seat of the vehicle 2 With the child properly seated on the booster cushion attach the seat be...

Page 44: ...lower straps to the ISOFIX lower anchors 4 Firmly tension the lower child seat straps according to the manufacturer s instruc tions NOTE Always follow your child seat manufac turer s installation inst...

Page 45: ...s instructions Tension the top tether strap only after the lower anchor straps or the seat belt have been firmly tensioned See page 44 for information on securing the child restraint to ISOFIX lower a...

Page 46: ...ed about child safety seat recalls be sure to fill out and return the registration card that comes with new child restraints Child restraint recall information is readily avail able in both the U S an...

Page 47: ...01 Safety 01...

Page 48: ...12 volt sockets 62 Lighting panel 63 Left side steering wheel lever 65 Trip computer 67 Cruise control option 69 Right side steering wheel lever 71 Steering wheel adjustment Hazard warning flashers 74...

Page 49: ...02 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS...

Page 50: ...02 Instruments and controls Instrument overview 02 G019492...

Page 51: ...lever Ignition switch Moonroof control option Not in use Not is use Courtesy lighting switch Driver s side reading light Passenger s side reading light Seat belt reminder and Occupant Weight Sensor i...

Page 52: ...Instruments and controls Instrument overview 02 Control panel in driver s door G017449 Power windows Door mirror button driver s side Door mirror adjustment control Door mirror button passenger s sid...

Page 53: ...ent tempera ture Information symbol See the following pages for additional information Turn signal right Tachometer Shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Do not drive continuou...

Page 54: ...e and the two trip odometers T1 and T2 A long press more than 2 seconds resets the currently selected trip odometer Temperature gauge The gauge indicates the temperature of the engine cooling sys tem...

Page 55: ...nd accompanying text will remain on until the fault has been corrected This sym bol may also light up in combination with other indicator or warning symbols If the red warning symbol lights up 1 Stop...

Page 56: ...ls 02 This symbol may also light up in combination with other indicator or warning symbols NOTE The car can still be driven after the informa tion symbol has come on The car can be driven for 1 2 week...

Page 57: ...onents 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 malfunction of the ABS system the standard braking sys...

Page 58: ...the oil level is normal and the light stays on after restart have the car towed to the nearest trained and quali fied Volvo service technician After hard driv ing the light may come on occasionally wh...

Page 59: ...en restarted switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid level see page 205 for the location of the reservoir Door open warning The driver will be alerted if one of the doors the hood or the...

Page 60: ...help prevent the risk of seri ous damage SERVICE URGENTA Take your car to a trained and qualified Volvo service techni cian for inspection immediately SEE MANUALA Refer to your owner s manual For addi...

Page 61: ...n by the number of months or by the number of engine hours since the service reminder was reset at the most recent regu larly scheduled service REMINDER CHECK OIL LEVEL Stop as soon as possi ble and s...

Page 62: ...cket to function Ashtrays cigarette lighter The auxiliary socket can also be used for a cig arette lighter1 and ashtrays which can be pur chased from your Volvo retailer NOTE The cover should be kept...

Page 63: ...e license plate lights also illuminate when the parking lights are switched on Headlights 1 Turn the ignition key to position II 2 The low beam headlights daytime running lights illuminate automatical...

Page 64: ...r vehicles to less than 500 ft 150 meters Instrument panel lighting The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition is in position II and the light switch 1 is in either position or NOTE T...

Page 65: ...lever in the opposite direction If the turn signal indicator flashes faster than normal check for a burned out turn signal bulb High low beam headlights Continuous high beams 1 Turn the ignition key...

Page 66: ...02 Instruments and controls Left side steering wheel lever 02 preferences by using the Personal Settings function see page 82 for more information...

Page 67: ...inal function Resetting AVERAGE average fuel consumption and AVERAGE SPEED can be reset 1 Select one of these functions 2 Press RESET 3 MILES TO EMPTY TANK This function shows the approximate distance...

Page 68: ...dian models only This function provides the driver with an instan taneous conversion of the car s current speed from km h to mph NOTE Trip computer readings may vary slightly depending on the circumfe...

Page 69: ...sed 2 Press or for approximately a half sec ond and release the button to increase or decrease vehicle speed by approximately 1 mph 1 6 km h NOTE Cruise control will not function at speeds below 20 mp...

Page 70: ...on to resume the previously set speed CRUISE ON will be displayed Disengaging cruise control Cruise control can also be disengaged by Pressing the CRUISE button CRUISE ON will no longer be shown in th...

Page 71: ...se 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 windshield should be thoroughly wet when th...

Page 72: ...ar wash etc If the rain sensor function is left on the wipers will start inadvertently in the car wash and could be damaged Automatic deactivation The rain sensor is deactivated automatically in the f...

Page 73: ...put into reverse gear the liftgate wiper will be activated If the transmission is in reverse and the manual windshield wiper function is used the lever is pushed upward the liftgate wiper will also b...

Page 74: ...essary press the steering wheel slightly while pressing the lever into the locked position Check that the steering wheel is locked in the new position WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while dr...

Page 75: ...4 If the vehicle rolls the parking brake lever must be pulled more firmly 5 When parking a vehicle always put the gear selector in first gear for manual transmis sion or P for automatic transmission P...

Page 76: ...key when the vehicle is unattended Never leave children unattended in the vehicle Make sure that the windows are com pletely unobstructed before they are operated Press the front part of any of the b...

Page 77: ...rearview mirror has an integrated display that shows the compass direction toward which the car is pointing Eight different directions can be dis played N NE E SE S SW W and NW The display shows your...

Page 78: ...in the switch will go on to activate the adjustment control Use this control to adjust the driver s door mirror Passenger s door mirror 1 Press the R switch a light in the switch will go on to activa...

Page 79: ...they were folded in using the buttons on the driv er s door control panel This function can be activated deactivated in Personal settings see page 82 In the menu system go to Car settings Fold mirr w...

Page 80: ...open close Open Pull the switch as far back as possible to position 1 and release it to automatically slide open the moonroof Close Push the switch as far forward as pos sible to position 4 and releas...

Page 81: ...s starting position During manual closing if the moonroof is obstructed immediately open it again WARNING Never open or close the moonroof if it is obstructed in any way Never allow a child to operate...

Page 82: ...s EXIT C Available settings Clock adjust To set the time 1 Use the number keys or the up down arrow keys on the navigation control E to change the hour or minute 2 Select hour s or minute s to be chan...

Page 83: ...ach light button on the central lock ing system s remote control is pressed Inter vals of 30 60 90 seconds may be selected see teh section Remote control functions for more information Home safe light...

Page 84: ...s 02 Both front doors both front doors are unlocked together One front door either of the front doors can be unlocked separately2 Reset to factory settings Use this alternative to return to the defaul...

Page 85: ...ral safety standards For more information contact HomeLink at www homelink com Retain the original transmitter of the RF device you are programming for use in other vehicles as well as for future Home...

Page 86: ...he pro grammed HomeLink button Repeat the press hold release sequence a second time and depending on the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code equipped device repeat this sequence a th...

Page 87: ...e indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the Home Link button proceed with Programming step 1 For questions or comments contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 35...

Page 88: ...G020906 General information 90 Air vents 92 Manual climate control 93 Electronic Climate Control ECC option 96 Air distribution 99...

Page 89: ...03 CLIMATE...

Page 90: ...out repairs on the climate system Work of this type should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech nician Refrigerant Volvo cares about the environment The air conditioning system...

Page 91: ...ht sensor monitors the side of the vehicle from which the sun shines into the passenger compartment This means that the temperature may differ slightly between the left and right air vents even if the...

Page 92: ...03 Climate Air vents 03 Air vents in the dashboard G019942 Open Closed Horizontal air flow Vertical air flow Direct the outer air vents toward the side win dows to defrost...

Page 93: ...is play goes out the blower and the air conditioning are switched off The display shows the blower symbol and OFF 2 Recirculation This function can be used to shut out exhaust fumes smoke etc from the...

Page 94: ...n selected With manually selected airflow both warm and cool air can be selected The desired temperature is selected using con trol 9 5 A C On or Off ON The air conditioning sys tem is engaged when th...

Page 95: ...03 Climate Manual climate control 03 9 Temperature selector The knob with the thermome ter symbol is used to select cooling or heating for both the driver s and passenger s sides of the car...

Page 96: ...speed recirculation and air distribu tion If you select one or more manual functions the remaining functions continue to be controlled automatically All manual settings are switched off when AUTO is...

Page 97: ...stem is controlled to provide maximum air dehumidification The air conditioning is automatically switched on can be switched off by press ing button 6 The air is not recirculated 5 Airflow controls Pr...

Page 98: ...from ice or condensation 10 Temperature selector The temperatures on the driv er s and passenger s sides can be set separately using the knob with the thermome ter in it The temperature can be set fo...

Page 99: ...indows There is also a certain amount of airflow to the dashboard air vents Prevents fogging in cold or humid weather blower speed should be moder ate to high Air to the floor and from the dashboard a...

Page 100: ...G020908 Front seats 102 Interior lighting 106 Storage compartments 107 Rear seat 111 Cargo area 113...

Page 101: ...04 INTERIOR...

Page 102: ...1 Turn this knob to adjust the backrest tilt Control panel for power seats WARNING Do not adjust the seat while driving Adjust the driver s seat and seat belt see page 18 before driving The seat shoul...

Page 103: ...n even if the seat is not occupied WARNING After the seat has been returned to its orig inal position be sure that the backrest is securely locked in the upright position Power seats option The power...

Page 104: ...With the M button depressed press memory button 1 to store the seat s current position To move the seat to the position that it was in when memory button 1 was programmed press and hold down button 1...

Page 105: ...e seat can be STOPPED at any time by pressing any button on the power seat control panel Do not adjust the seat while driving The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully...

Page 106: ...automatic function The interior lighting has a built in automatic function that switches on the courtesy lighting for 30 seconds when the car is unlocked from the outside using the key or remote contr...

Page 107: ...04 Interior Storage compartments 04 2 3 4 5 6 7 G031470...

Page 108: ...stops Packages on the rear parcel shelf can obscure vision and may become dan gerous projectiles in the event of a sud den stop or an accident Glove compartment G024208 The owners manual and maps can...

Page 109: ...ases must be inserted with their spines upward in order to allow space for 10 cases in the storage com partment Cup holders in the center console G018372 Two cup holders are located under the sliding...

Page 110: ...torage compartments 04 Storage compartment behind the gear lever G019623 If the buttons for optional equipment are not installed the recess behind the gear lever can be used as a storage compartment f...

Page 111: ...backrest down G007608 WARNING The red lock indicator is VISIBLE when the backrest is NOT locked in position and hidden when the backrest is cor rectly locked in place When the back rest is in the upri...

Page 112: ...t armrest option G009152 The center armrest can be folded down for comfort or to make room for long objects The armrest folds down automatically when one of the backrests is folded down WARNING Long l...

Page 113: ...the vehicle at an angle turn it back and raise the front edge slightly 3 Place the front section of the cover on the two support pins behind the locking points A on both sides of the vehicle G007611...

Page 114: ...ides of the vehicle 2 Insert the front upper attachments B by pressing together the spring loaded rails and pressing them into place on opposite sides of the vehicle 3 Insert the upper rear rails C in...

Page 115: ...seat belts floor anchorages on opposite sides of the vehicle 4 Pull the cargo net s bands taut if neces sary WARNING Be sure that the net is securely attached in the mounting brackets and eyelets Carg...

Page 116: ...Remote control and key blade 118 Keyless drive option as available 123 Locking and unlocking 127 Alarm option 129...

Page 117: ...05 LOCKS AND ALARM...

Page 118: ...e controls key blades can be programmed and used for one car Immobilizer start inhibitor Each of the keys supplied with your car con tains a coded transponder The code in the key is transmitted to an...

Page 119: ...after 2 minutes unless a door or the liftgate has been opened Automatic locking When the car starts to move the doors and liftgate can be locked automatically This feature can be turned on or off see...

Page 120: ...ION When replacing the battery avoid touching the electrical circuitry in the other half of the remote control 3 Note how the and sides of the battery are positioned on the inside of the cover see the...

Page 121: ...only NOTE After unlocking the driver s door with the key blade opening the door will trigger the alarm To disable the alarm Press the Unlock button on the remote control or insert the key in the igni...

Page 122: ...05 Locks and alarm Remote control and key blade 05 G019405 Locking unlocking points for the remote control with the key blade Locking unlocking points for the remote control without the key blade...

Page 123: ...n the Personal settings menu see page 82 for additional information Unlocking the vehicle A keyless drive remote control must be on the same side of the vehicle as the door to be opened and be within...

Page 124: ...mote control and driver s seat memory This function is only available on vehicles equipped with the optional power driver s seat When you leave the car with a keyless drive remote control in your poss...

Page 125: ...s not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment USA FCC ID KR55WK48952 KR55WK48964 NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operati...

Page 126: ...ble 05 WARNING People with implanted pacemakers should not allow the pacemaker to come closer than 9 inches 22 cm to any of the keyless drive system s antennas This is to help pre vent interference be...

Page 127: ...g up the lock buttons If both doors are closed when a lock button is pressed the alarm will not be armed Each door can also be locked manually using the lock button on that particular door This applie...

Page 128: ...05 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking 05 Unlock the glove compartment in the reverse order...

Page 129: ...dicated by the indicator light on at the top of the dash board see the illustration Indicator light off the alarm is not armed The indicator light flashes every two sec onds the alarm is armed The ind...

Page 130: ...controls In certain situations it may be desirable to turn off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if for example you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat cou...

Page 131: ...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 con ditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device...

Page 132: ...ith keyless drive option as available 144 Manual transmission 6 speed certain markets only 145 Automatic transmission option 146 Shiftlock override 148 Brake system 149 Stability system 151 Towing 153...

Page 133: ...06 STARTING AND DRIVING...

Page 134: ...At highway driving speeds fuel consump tion will be lower with the air conditioning on and the windows closed than with the air conditioning off and the windows open Using the onboard trip computer s...

Page 135: ...ld weather precautions If you wish to check your vehicle before the approach of cold weather the following advice is worth noting Make sure that the engine coolant contains 50 percent antifreeze Any o...

Page 136: ...Please keep in mind that using systems accessories etc that consume a great deal of current when the engine is not running could result in the battery being completely drained The optional 12 volt so...

Page 137: ...teering gear should be checked by your Volvo retailer only Check all lights including high beams Reflective warning triangles are legally required in some states provinces Have a word with your Volvo...

Page 138: ...rms of cancer Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent Unburned benzene has been strongly linked to certain forms of cancer If you live in an area where you must fill your own gas tank take precautions...

Page 139: ...n indicator lamp located on your instru ment panel may light If this occurs please return your vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for maintenance Gasoline containing alcohol a...

Page 140: ...l it clicks into place Avoid overfilling the fuel tank Do not press the handle on the filler nozzle more than one extra time Too much fuel in the tank in hot weather conditions can cause the fuel to o...

Page 141: ...e running lights off II Drive position The key s position when driv ing The vehicle s entire elec trical system is activated III Start position Turn the key to this position and release it immediately...

Page 142: ...he gear selector from the Park P position the engine must be running or the ignition key must be in position II and the brake pedal must be depressed 5 Select the desired gear On models with an automa...

Page 143: ...eave the vehicle unattended with the engine running Always open garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate ventilation The exhaust gases contain carbon monox ide...

Page 144: ...ress in the keyless drive start control and turn it to position III NOTE The vehicle is equipped with an autostart function that makes it possible to start the engine without holding the start control...

Page 145: ...018259 Reverse gear should only be engaged from a complete stop NOTE Reverse gear is electronically blocked to help prevent it from being selected while the vehicle is moving foward CAUTION Never shif...

Page 146: ...R Reverse The car must be stationary when shifting to position R N Neutral N is the neutral position The engine can be started but no gear is selected Apply the park ing brake when the car is stationa...

Page 147: ...engine If the current speed is too high for using a lower gear the downshift will not occur until the speed has decreased enough to allow the lower gear to be used If you slow to a very low speed the...

Page 148: ...es it may be necessary to move the gear selector from the Park position man ually To manually override the Shiftlock system 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Depress the brake pedal 3 There is a small cover...

Page 149: ...e brake pedal feels harder than usual Water on brake discs and brake pads affects braking Driving in rain and slush or passing through an automatic car wash can cause water to collect on the brake dis...

Page 150: ...ake system If the brake fluid level is normal in these circumstances drive carefully to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician to have the brake system checked Emergency Brake Assistance EBA...

Page 151: ...s such as when driving with snow chains or driving in deep snow or loose sand it may be advisable to temporarily switch off this function for maxi mum tractive force Temporarily switching off Spin con...

Page 152: ...up this indicates one of the following situations The light illuminates for approximately 2 seconds to indicate that the system is performing a self diagnostic test when the engine is started If the...

Page 153: ...it impossible to maintain vehicle control 1 Apply the parking brake WARNING Towing a vehicle with a locked steering wheel will make the vehicle impossible to steer 2 Insert the key into the ignition t...

Page 154: ...wheel drive If wheel lift equipment must be used please use extreme caution to help avoid damage to the vehicle In this case the vehicle should be towed with the rear wheels on the ground if at all p...

Page 155: ...battery 5 After the engine has started first remove the negative terminal jumper cable Then remove the positive terminal jumper cable WARNING PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and relate...

Page 156: ...r than 2 in 5 cm below the upper edge of the rear side win dows Objects placed higher than this level could impede the function of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain Load carriers accessory Load carriers ar...

Page 157: ...ed beneath the side view mirrors When one or both of the cameras have detected a vehicle in the blind area up to approximately 10 ft 3 meters from the side of your vehicle and up to approximately 31 f...

Page 158: ...IS reacts to the headlights of surrounding vehicles In order to be detected by BLIS a vehicle in the blind area must have its head lights on This means for example that the system will not detect a tr...

Page 159: ...road surface G018177 The vehicle s own shadow against a large light smooth surface such as barriers between lanes on a highway G018178 Sunlight directly in the camera when the sun is low on the horizo...

Page 160: ...page 60 to erase the message BLIS system messages Text in the display System status BLIS service required BLIS not functioning properly Contact an authorized Volvo serv ice technician BLIS camera blo...

Page 161: ...console illuminates The front park assist system is active from the time the engine is started until the vehi cle exceeds a speed of approximately 10 mph 15 km h It is also active when the vehicle is...

Page 162: ...tone that pulses faster as you come close to an object and becomes constant when you are within approximately 1 ft 30 cm of an object in front of or behind the vehicle If the volume of another source...

Page 163: ...st be cleaned regularly to ensure that they work properly Clean them with water and a suitable car washing deter gent Ice and snow covering the sensors may cause incorrect warning signals NOTE If the...

Page 164: ...nadian models 171 Tire designations 172 Glossary of tire terminology 174 Vehicle loading 175 Uniform tire quality gradings 176 Snow chains snow tires studded tires 177 Temporary spare 178 Wheel nuts 1...

Page 165: ...07 WHEELS AND TIRES...

Page 166: ...holding on slippery surfaces than tires without the all season rating However for optimum road holding on icy or snow covered roads we recommend suitable winter tires on all four wheels When replacing...

Page 167: ...time even when they are not being used It is recommended that tires generally be replaced after 6 years of normal service Heat caused by hot climates frequent high loading conditions or Ultra Violet...

Page 168: ...sure including the spare at least once a month and before long trips You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge as auto matic service station gauges may be inaccu rate Use the recom...

Page 169: ...ssure 1 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve 2 Add air to reach the recommended air pressure 3 Replace the valve cap 4 Repeat this procedure for ea...

Page 170: ...ation specific to the tires installed on your vehicle at the factory Tire size Cold tire pressure up to four persons psi kPa Front Rear 205 55R16 91V M S 32 220 32 220 205 50R17 93V Extra Load M S 35...

Page 171: ...Up to four persons psi kPa Optional pressure Up to three personsA psi kPa Front Rear Front Rear 205 55R16 91V M S 36 250 36 250 30 210 30 210 205 50R17 93V Extra Load M S 36 250 36 250 35 240 32 220...

Page 172: ...icates a speed rating of 130 mph 210 km h NOTE This information may not appear on the tire because it is not required by law M S or M S Mud and Snow AT All Terrain AS All Season U S DOT Tire Identific...

Page 173: ...r s door or on the inside of the fuel filler door on Canadian models for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle Treadwear Traction and Temperature grades See page 176 for more informa tion Maximum...

Page 174: ...tween the bead area and the tread Tread area of the tire Area of the perim eter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle Rim The metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube...

Page 175: ...vehicle can be found on page 255 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle s placard 2 D...

Page 176: ...ete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The trac tion grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and is not a measure of cornering turning traction WA...

Page 177: ...ving with snow chains The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected when driving with chains Avoid fast or sharp turns as well as locked wheel braking Snow tires studded tires Tires for winter...

Page 178: ...Volvo retailer WARNING Current legislation prohibits the use of the Temporary Spare tire other than as a tem porary replacement for a punctured tire It must be replaced as soon as possible by a standa...

Page 179: ...for alumi nium wheels This could cause the wheel to come loose Aluminum wheels high nut Only the high type of nut can be used for alu minum wheels This is considerably different from other types of nu...

Page 180: ...optimal Further tires 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 full...

Page 181: ...h to loosen the wheel nuts 1 2 1 turn by exerting downward pressure Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen 6 There are two jack attachment points on each side of the car Position the jack cor rectly...

Page 182: ...the wheel 1 Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub 2 Lift the wheel and place it on the hub 3 Install the wheel nuts and tighten hand tight Using the lug wrench tighten cross wise until all n...

Page 183: ...Open the floor hatch 3 Lift out the tire sealing system 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...

Page 184: ...lids Get medical attention if symptoms occur Inhalation Move the person to fresh air If irritation persists get medical atten tion Tire sealing system temporarily repairing a flat tire G014338 Tempora...

Page 185: ...m s hose connector onto the valve as tightly as possible by hand 8 Connect the electrical wire to the nearest 12 volt socket in the vehicle 9 Start the vehicle s engine 10 Start the tire sealing syste...

Page 186: ...y disposed of WARNING If heavy vibrations unsteady steering behavior or noises should occur while driv ing reduce speed and park the vehicle in a safe place Recheck the tire for bumps cracks or other...

Page 187: ...the vehicle s engine WARNING The vehicle s engine should be running when the tire sealing system is used to avoid battery drain Therefore be sure the vehicle is parked in a well ventilated place or ou...

Page 188: ...a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pres sure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale ill...

Page 189: ...ng the factory installed TPMS wheels tires on the vehicle Only the factory mounted wheels are equipped with TPMS sensors in the valves If the vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire this tire...

Page 190: ...G020920 Washing and cleaning the car 192 Paint touch up 196...

Page 191: ...08 CAR CARE...

Page 192: ...the doors and rocker panels Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover after the car has been washed A stiff bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to clean the wiper blades Fr...

Page 193: ...or removed Otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging them Chromed wheels Clean chrome plated wheels using the same deter gents used for the body of the vehicle Aggressive wheel cleaning agents...

Page 194: ...esult Volvo offers an easy to use non greasy leather care kit formulated to clean and beau tify your vehicle s leather and to renew the protective qualities of its finish The cleaner removes dirt and...

Page 195: ...center Sharp objects e g pencils or pens in a pocket or Velcro fasteners on clothing may damage the textile upholstery Clothing that is not colorfast such as new jeans or suede garments may stain the...

Page 196: ...hips and scratches Material Primer can Paint touch up pen Brush Masking tape G020345 NOTE When touching up the vehicle it should be clean and dry The surface temperature should be above 60 F 15 C If t...

Page 197: ...08 Car care 08...

Page 198: ...G020922 Volvo maintenance 200 Maintaining your car 202 Hood 204 Engine compartment 205 Engine oil 206 Fluids 208 Wiper blades 210 Battery 211 Replacing bulbs 213 Fuses 221...

Page 199: ...09 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING...

Page 200: ...ques tions arise concerning maintenance Inspec tion and maintenance should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected Applicable warranties U S Canada In accordance with applica...

Page 201: ...09 Maintenance and servicing Volvo maintenance 09 law enforcement or government agencies others who may assert a legal right to know or who obtain your consent to know such information...

Page 202: ...ne for purchase or subscription at www volvotechinfo com Emission inspection readiness What is an Onboard Diagnostic System OBD II OBD II is part of your vehicle s computerized engine management syste...

Page 203: ...had service that required disconnecting the battery a period of driving is necessary to bring the OBD II system to ready for inspection A half hour trip of mixed stop and go high way driving is typica...

Page 204: ...l the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the hood lock 2 Lift the hood slightly 3 Press up the release control located under the front edge of the hood at the center up to the ri...

Page 205: ...d reservoir concealed behind the headlight Dipstick engine oil Radiator Cooling fan Washer fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Brake clutch fluid reservoir Battery Relay fuse box Air cleaner WARNING...

Page 206: ...ked If the engine is warm wait for at least 10 15 minutes after the engine has been switched off before checking the oil G020338 Location of dipstick and oil filler cap Checking the oil 1 Pull out the...

Page 207: ...l or pressure Some models have an oil pressure sensor in which case a warning symbol see page 57 is used to indicate low oil pressure Other models have an oil level sensor in which case the driver is...

Page 208: ...50 mix of water and anti freeze Different types of antifreeze coolant may not be mixed If the cooling system is drained it should be flushed with clean water or premixed anti freeze before it is refi...

Page 209: ...hould be replaced accord ing to the intervals specified in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet When driving under extremely hard conditions mountain driving etc it may be necessary to...

Page 210: ...ld in the wiper arm The wiper blades are different lengths The blade on the driver s side is longer than the one on the passenger s side G020329 Liftgate wiper blade G007444 1 Fold out the wiper arm 2...

Page 211: ...and 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 f...

Page 212: ...mp 3 Reinstall the front side of the battery box 4 Connect the positive cable 5 Connect the ground cable 6 Reinstall the cover over the battery NOTE Used batteries should be properly disposed of at a...

Page 213: ...tesy lights in the side door mirrors High mounted brake lights Bi Xenon headlights Brake lights Removing the headlight housing WARNING The engine should not be running when changing bulbs When changin...

Page 214: ...ervice techni cian Low beam bulb G020255 Cover with retaining clamps 1 Open the hood and remove the headlight housing see page 213 for instructions 2 Release the retaining clamps on the cover 3 Releas...

Page 215: ...ulbs should only be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech nician 3 Driver s side headlight Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise Passenger s side headlight Turn the bulb holder clockw...

Page 216: ...e bulb holder counterclockwise pull it out and replace the bulb 2 Reinstall the bulb holder It can only be installed in one position Front fog light option G020348 1 Switch off all lights and turn the...

Page 217: ...place the defective bulb 6 Press the wiring connector back into posi tion 7 Press the bulb holder into place and rein stall the cover Location of taillight bulbs G007395 Location of taillight bulbs Br...

Page 218: ...housing and screw it into place Rear grids G007447 The grids are held in place by clips and can be pressed into position They can only be instal led one way Footwell lighting G020795 The footwell ligh...

Page 219: ...e connector from the bulb holder 3 Replace the defective bulb 4 Press the lens back into place Vanity mirror lighting G020253 1 Insert a screwdriver under the center of the lower edge of the mirror tu...

Page 220: ...09 Maintenance and servicing Replacing bulbs 09 6 Press the three lower lugs back into place...

Page 221: ...e special fuse removal tools are located on the inside of the fuse box cov ers 2 From the side examine the curved metal wire in the fuse to see if it is intact 3 If the wire is broken insert a new fus...

Page 222: ...fuses Fuses 1 18 are relays circuit breakers and should only be removed or replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician Fuses 19 36 may be changed at any time when necessary Several extra fuses...

Page 223: ...ot in use 7 ABS pump 30A 8 ABS valves 20A 9 Engine functions 30A 10 Climate system blower 40A 11 Headlight washers 20A 12 Feed to heated rear window 30A 13 Starter motor relay 30A 14 Trailer connector...

Page 224: ...use 29 Front fog lights option 15A 30 Not in use 31 Not in use 32 Fuel injectors 10A 33 Heated oxygen sensor vac uum pump 20A 34 Ignition coils climate unit pressure sensor 10A 35 Engine sensor valves...

Page 225: ...screwdriver and then pulling the pins out 2 Turn both retaining screws 2 counter clockwise until they release 3 Fold down the fuse box 3 half way Pull it toward the seat until it stops Fold it down co...

Page 226: ...ain Sys tem SRS engine control module 10A 45 12 volt socket in rear seat 15A 46 Lighting glove compart ment instrument panel and footwells 5A 47 Interior lighting 5A 48 Rear liftgate wiper washer 15A...

Page 227: ...66 Audio system control mod ule ICM climate system 10A 67 Not in use 68 Cruise control 5A 69 Climate system rain sensor option BLIS button option 5A 70 Not in use 71 Not in use 72 Not in use 73 Moonr...

Page 228: ...G020924 Audio functions 230 Radio functions 234 CD player CD changer 239 Audio menu 243 Bluetooth hands free connection 244...

Page 229: ...10 AUDIO...

Page 230: ...y be impaired The volume of the external sound source AUX may be different from the volume of the internal sound sources such as the CD player or the radio If the external sound source s volume is too...

Page 231: ...dark background USB iPod connector option G019823 An auxiliary device such as an iPod MP3 player or a USB flash drive can be connected to the audio system via the connector in the center console stora...

Page 232: ...used as a sound source the vehicle s audio system has a menu structure similar to the one in the iPOD See the iPOD s manual for detailed information For further information refer to the accessory man...

Page 233: ...ent frequencies separately NOTE This function is only available on certain sound systems To adjust the equalizer settings 1 Press MENU followed by ENTER 2 Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press E...

Page 234: ...the desired station 2 Press and hold the preset button under which the station is to be stored The audio system sound will be interrupted for a few seconds and STATION STORED will appear in the displ...

Page 235: ...set buttons 2 under which the station is to be stored Hold down the button until STATION STORED is displayed The SCAN function will be deactivated and the station can be selected by pressing the prese...

Page 236: ...s are automati cally updated several times a year This takes approximately two minutes and will interrupt normal broadcasting A message will be displayed while updat ing is in progress Information on...

Page 237: ...the listener will be alerted by a text message and an audi ble signal Press ENTER to listen to the song or EXIT to cancel To activate deactivate the song seek function 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll to Song se...

Page 238: ...cked box will be displayed to indicate this It will be nec essary to enter the channel access code1 in order to listen to a locked channel Unlocking a channel A channel s access code1 is required to u...

Page 239: ...nger can hold up to six discs 1 Start the CD changer by pressing the MODE button 5 2 Select an empty position using the 1 6 buttons or the up down keys on the MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL The display shows...

Page 240: ...e files have the symbol Press ENTER to play a selected folder or a file When the music file has been played the player will continue to play the rest of the files in the current folder When all of the...

Page 241: ...ess SCAN Press EXIT or SCAN to stop the scan func tion and listen to an entire track file CD eject Single CD player Press the eject button 3 to eject the disc CD changer This function makes it possibl...

Page 242: ...f plastic outer rings on the disc Condensation may occur on discs optical components of the changer in cold winter weather The disc can be dried with a clean lint free cloth Optical components in the...

Page 243: ...M2 menu 1 RADIOTEXT ON OFF 2 ADVANCED RADIO SETTINGS 3 AUDIO SETTINGS AM menu 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...

Page 244: ...ious accident Getting started Use the controls in the center console 3 to access navigate and make selections in the hands free system s menus see page 248 Activating deactivating A short press on the...

Page 245: ...d the symbol and the cell phone s Bluetooth name will be displayed The cell phone can now be controlled from the audio system Making a call 1 Ensure that TELEPHONE is shown at the top of the center co...

Page 246: ...d can be automatically muted when a phone call is received in Phone settings Sounds and volume Mute radio and adjust the volume with the keys on the center console Ringing volume Go to Phone settings...

Page 247: ...o is trying to call you this infor mation will be shown in the display Searching for contacts The easiest way to search for a contact in the phone book is to press and hold any of the buttons 2 9 This...

Page 248: ...ole to navigate among the char acters Button Function Space 1 A B C 2 D E F 3 G H I 4 J K L 5 M N O 6 P Q R S 7 Button Function T U V 8 W X Y Z 9 Press briefly if two characters are to be entered in s...

Page 249: ...10 Audio 10...

Page 250: ...G000000 Label information 252 Dimensions and weights 254 Fuel oils and fluids 257 Engine oil 259 Engine specifications 260 Electrical system 262 Three way catalytic converter 264 Volvo programs 265...

Page 251: ...11 SPECIFICATIONS...

Page 252: ...11 Specifications Label information 11 G032542 G02636 2...

Page 253: ...e decal will vary depend ing on the market for which the vehicle is intended Canadian models have the upper decal U S models have the lower decal Vehicle Identification Number VIN 1 The VIN plate is l...

Page 254: ...ions G015593 Position Dimension in mm A Wheelbase 103 9 in 264 cm B Length 167 4 in 425 cm C Load length floor seatback down 58 7 in 149 cm D Load length floor 26 in 66 cm E Height 57 in 145 cm F Trac...

Page 255: ...ght Non turbo Turbo manual 4320 lbs Turbo automatic 4340 lbs 1840 kg 1960 kg 1970 kg Capacity weight Non turbo Turbo 1040 lbs 325 kg 470 kg Permissible axle weight front Non turbo Turbo 2330 lbs 1060...

Page 256: ...ights 11 CAUTION The maximum permissible axle loads and or the gross vehicle weight must not be exceeded WARNING When adding accessories equipment lug gage and other cargo to your vehicle the total ca...

Page 257: ...replacement See page 259 for information on engine oil specifications 6 1 US quarts 5 8 liters Automatic transmission oil Non turbo engine JWS 3309 8 19 US quarts 7 75 liters Manual transmission oil...

Page 258: ...2 lbs 530 grams NOTE The transmission oil does not normally need to be changed during the service life of the vehicle However it may be necessary to replace the oil if the vehicle is often driven in...

Page 259: ...ratures G023491 Operation in hot climates When temperatures exceed 104 F 40 C in your area Volvo recommends for the protec tion of your engine that you use a heavier weight oil such as such as SAE 5W...

Page 260: ...s cubic inches 2 44 148 6 2 52 153 8 Bore mm in 83 3 27 83 3 27 Stroke mm in 90 3 54 93 2 3 67 Compression ratio 10 3 1 9 0 1 Spark plugs type Volvo kit no 30650843 Volvo kit no 30650379 gap inches mm...

Page 261: ...ir cooler to cool the compressed inlet air The resulting increase in air flow raises pressure in the intake manifold and increases engine power over that devel oped by the normally aspirated engine Th...

Page 262: ...ormance audio system B Models equipped with the Premium Sound audio system the Volvo Navigation System and or keyless drive If the battery must be replaced replace it with one with the same cold start...

Page 263: ...21W PY21W 24W P21 5W Rear parking light side marker light 5W P21 W5 Footwell lighting cargo compartment light license plate lighting 5W C5W Vanity mirror 1 2W Festoon Front parking light side turn sig...

Page 264: ...s that could damage the three way catalytic converter Do not park your vehicle over combustible materials such as grass or leaves which can come into contact with the hot exhaust system and cause such...

Page 265: ...800 263 0475 Technician certification In addition to Volvo factory training Volvo sup ports certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence A S E Certi fied technicians have...

Page 266: ...radio 235 sound settings 232 steering wheel keypad 231 storing radio stations 234 USB iPOD connector 231 Auto dim rearview mirror 77 Autolock 82 Automatic locking retractor 36 Automatic sound control...

Page 267: ...artment filter 90 refrigerant 90 257 Climate system general information 90 Clock setting 82 Coat hanger 108 Cold weather precautions 135 Compact disc care 241 Compass in rearview mirror 77 Conserving...

Page 268: ...g lights front 63 rear 64 Front airbags 22 disconnecting passenger s side airbag 26 Front fog lights 63 Front park assist 161 Front seats 102 accessing the rear seat 102 manually operated 102 power 10...

Page 269: ...iPOD connector audio system 231 ISOFIX LATCH anchors 44 J Jacket hanger 108 Jump starting 155 K Key blade 120 124 Keyless drive location of antennas pacemaker warn ing 125 locking and unlocking the v...

Page 270: ...ower door mirrors 78 Power front seat 103 memory function 104 Power moonroof 80 Power steering fluid 209 Power windows 76 Pregnancy using seat belts during 19 R Radio Sirius satellite radio 235 Radio...

Page 271: ...ypad 231 Storage compartments 107 Studded tires 177 Sunroof moonroof 80 Supplemental restraint system 21 T Tachometer 53 Tailgate wipers 210 Telephone cellular hands free connec tion Cell phone hands...

Page 272: ...s 156 Vehicle maintenance performed by the owner 202 Vehicle towing 153 Vehicle weights 255 VIN Vehicle Identification Number 253 Volvo Inflatable Curtain 30 Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance 265 W Wa...

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