2003 VOLVO XC70
engine speeds above 4500 rpm if you are towing a trailer in hilly terrain.
Reduce speed when towing a trailer up long, steep inclines. The risk of overheating can be reduced by
switching off the air conditioning system for a short time.
Do not let the engine idle unnecessarily for prolonged periods.
Do not mount auxiliary lamps in front of the grill.
When the risk of overheating is imminent, or in the event of overheating (the temperature gauge goes
repeatedly into, or stays continually in, the red section), the following precautions should be taken:
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Switch off the air conditioning system.
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Pull off the road, away from traffic, stop the car and put the gear selector into neutral.
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Switch the heater to full (maximum) position. Increase the engine speed to approx. 2000 rpm (twice
idling speed) until the temperature begins to drop.
WARNING!
Do not remove coolant expansion tank cap. The coolant will be extremely hot.
If necessary, see
page 129
and
132
for information on checking and topping-up the coolant
level.
CAUTION: Drive slowly and carefully if going through standing water (i.e. flooded roadways, etc.).
Damage to the engine could result if excess water is drawn in through the air intake system. Never drive
the vehicle in water deeper than 1 foot (300 mm). See the flood warning on
page 7
.
WARNING!
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Driving with the tailgate open: Driving with the tailgate open could mean that poisonous exhaust
gases enter the passenger compartment.
If the tailgate must be kept open for any reason, proceed as follows:
- Close the windows.
- Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and blower
control to its highest setting.
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Floor mats: An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator pedal to catch. Check that
the movement of the accelerator pedal is not impeded. Not more than one protective floor covering
may be used at one time.
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