Open Tailgate; Do Not Overload The Battery; Before A Long Journey - Volvo XC70 Owner's Manual

Open tailgate

Avoid driving with the tailgate open. If it is
however necessary, only drive for a short dis-
tance. Close all windows, set the air distribu-
tion to the windscreen and floor and run the
fan at the highest speed.
WARNING
Do not drive with the tailgate open. Toxic
exhaust fumes can be drawn into the car
through the cargo area.

Do not overload the battery

The electrical functions in the car load the
battery to varying degrees. Avoid using the
ignition position II when the engine is
switched off. Use ignition position I instead,
as less power is consumed.
Also, be aware of different accessories that
load the electrical system. Do not use func-
tions which use a lot of power when the
engine is switched off. Examples of functions
that use a lot of power:
• ventilation fan
• windscreen wipers
• audio system (high volume)
• parking lamps
If the battery voltage is low, a message
appears on the information display. The
energy-saving function shuts down certain
functions or reduces certain functions such
as the ventilation fan and audio system.
Charge the battery by starting the engine.
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Recommendations during driving

Before a long journey

• Check that the engine is working normally
and that fuel consumption is normal.
• Make sure that there are no leaks (fuel, oil
or other fluid).
• Check all bulbs and tyre tread depths.
• Carrying a warning triangle is a legal
requirement in certain countries.
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