STARTING AND DRIVING
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Before a long journey
Before a long journey, it makes good sense to
go through the following points:
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Check that the engine is working normally
and that fuel consumption (p. 429) is nor-
mal.
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Make sure that there are no leaks (fuel, oil or
other fluid).
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Check all bulbs and tyre tread depths.
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Carrying a warning triangle (p. 333) is a
legal requirement in certain countries.
Related information
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Engine oil - checking and filling (p. 364)
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Changing wheels - removing wheels (p. 329)
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Lamp replacement - general (p. 369)
Winter driving
For winter driving it is important to perform cer-
tain checks in order to ensure that the car can
be driven safely.
Check the following in particular before the cold
season:
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The engine coolant (p. 366) must contain
50% glycol. This mixture protects the engine
against frost erosion down to
approximately –35 °C. To avoid health risks,
different types of glycol must not be mixed.
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The fuel tank must be kept filled to prevent
condensation.
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Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils with
lower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate starting
in cold weather and also reduce fuel con-
sumption while the engine is cold. For more
information on suitable oils, see Engine oil -
adverse driving conditions (p. 419).
Low viscosity oil must not be used for hard
driving or in hot weather.
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The condition of the starter battery and
charge level must be inspected. Cold
weather places great demands on the starter
battery and its capacity is reduced by the
cold.
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Use washer fluid (p. 379) to avoid ice form-
ing in the washer fluid reservoir.
To achieve optimum roadholding Volvo recom-
mends using winter tyres on all wheels if there is
a risk of snow or ice.
The use of winter tyres is a legal requirement
in certain countries. Studded tyres are not
permitted in all countries.
Slippery driving conditions
Practise driving on slippery surfaces under con-
trolled conditions to learn how the car reacts.
Related information
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