06 Wheels and tires
General information
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Introduction
Your vehicle is equipped with tires according
to the vehicle's tire information placard on the
B-pillar (the structural member at the side of
the vehicle, at the rear of the driver's door
opening).
CAUTION
Some Volvo models are equipped with an
Ultra High Performance tire and wheel com-
bination designed to provide maximum dry
pavement performance with consideration
for hydroplaning resistance. They may be
more susceptible to road hazard damage
and, depending on driving conditions, may
achieve a tread life of less than 20,000 miles
(30,000 km). Even if this vehicle is equipped
with Volvo’s advanced AWD or DSTC sys-
tem, these tires are not designed for winter
driving, and should be replaced with winter
tires when weather conditions dictate.
The tires have good road holding characteris-
tics and offer good handling on dry and wet
surfaces. It should be noted however that the
tires have been developed to give these fea-
tures on snow/ice-free surfaces.
Most models are equipped with "all-season"
tires, which provide a somewhat higher degree
of road 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 tires, be sure that the new tires
are the same size designation, type (radial) and
preferably from the same manufacturer, on all
four wheels. Otherwise there is a risk of altering
the car's roadholding and handling characte-
ristics.
New Tires
Remember that tires are perishable goods. As
of 2000, the manufacturing week and year
(Department of Transportation (DOT) stamp)
will be indicated with 4 digits (e.g., 1510 means
that the tire illustrated was manufactured dur-
ing week 15 of 2010).
Tire age
Tires degrade over 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 (U.V.)
exposure can accelerate the aging process.
The temporary spare
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should also be replaced
at 6-year intervals, even if it has never been
used.
A tire's age can be determined by the DOT
stamp on the sidewall (see the illustration).
A tire with e.g., visible cracks or discoloration
should be replaced immediately.
Improving tire economy
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Maintain correct tire pressure. See the tire
inflation tables beginning on page 241.
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Drive smoothly: avoid fast starts, hard
braking and tire screeching.
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Tire wear increases with speed.
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Correct front wheel alignment is very
important.
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Unbalanced wheels impair tire economy
and driving comfort.
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Tires must maintain the same direction of
rotation throughout their lifetime.
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Option or accessory on some models
Summary of Contents for 2010 XC60
Page 1: ...VOLVO XC60 Owner s Manual Web Edition ...
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Page 7: ...Contents 7 09 09 Index Index 316 ...
Page 15: ...SAFETY ...
Page 53: ...01 Safety 01 53 ...
Page 54: ...54 Remote key and key blade 56 Keyless drive 63 Locks 66 Alarm 69 ...
Page 55: ...LOCKS AND ALARM ...
Page 71: ...02 Locks and alarm 02 71 ...
Page 73: ...YOUR DRIVING ENVIRONMENT ...
Page 74: ...03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls 03 74 Instrument overview ...
Page 123: ...03 Your driving environment 03 123 ...
Page 125: ...COMFORT AND DRIVING PLEASURE ...
Page 205: ...04 Comfort and driving pleasure Passenger compartment convenience 04 205 Storage spaces ...
Page 209: ...04 Comfort and driving pleasure 04 209 ...
Page 211: ...DURING YOUR TRIP ...
Page 233: ...05 During your trip 05 233 ...
Page 235: ...WHEELS AND TIRES ...
Page 263: ...06 Wheels and tires 06 263 ...
Page 265: ...MAINTENANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS ...
Page 287: ...07 Maintenance and specifications Fuses 07 287 Engine compartment ...
Page 299: ...07 Maintenance and specifications 07 299 ...
Page 301: ...SPECIFICATIONS ...
Page 302: ...08 Specifications Label information 08 302 Location of labels ...
Page 315: ...08 Specifications 08 315 ...
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