Lighting Panel - Volvo 2005 S40 Manual

12 volt sockets
The 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key must be in
position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function. The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters,
which are available at your Volvo retailer.
NOTE: The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in use.
Stability system STC or DSTC
The stability system - Stability and Traction Control (STC), or the optional Dynamic Stability and Traction Control
(DSTC) - activate automatically when the car is started. In certain situations, it may be necessary to disable the
system's anti-spin function, for example, while driving for a short period with tires of different dimensions.
To disable the anti-spin function:
Press the STC or DSTC button for approximately one second. The indicator light in the button will go out, and
STC/DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF will be shown in the information display.
WARNING!
The car's handling and stability characteristics will be altered with the anti-spin function disabled.
NOTE:The anti-spin function will be automatically reactivated when the engine is started
Auxiliary equipment
The button to the right of the STC/DSTC button can be used for Volvo-installed optional or auxiliary equipment.
pg. 45 Lighting panel
12 volt socket, stability system, auxiliary equipment