Volvo V60 TWIN ENGINE 2018 Owner's Manual page 467

Preparations for a long trip
Before a driving holiday or some other type of
long journey, it is important to check the car's
functions and equipment particularly carefully.
Check that
the engine is working normally and that fuel
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consumption is normal
there are no leaks (fuel, oil or other fluid)
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brake force during braking is optimal
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all lamps are working - adjust headlamp level
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if the car is heavily laden
the tyres have sufficient tread depth and
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pressure. Change to winter tyres when driv-
ing to areas where there is a risk of snowy or
icy road surfaces
starter battery charging is good
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the wiper blades are in good condition
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a warning triangle and high-visibility vest are
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located in the car - legally required in certain
countries
Related information
Checking tyre pressure (p. 550)
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Fuel consumption and CO emissions
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(p. 660)
Filling washer fluid (p. 643)
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Winter driving (p. 465)
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Economical driving (p. 461)
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Settings for car modem* (p. 530)
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Recommendations for loading (p. 580)
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Driving with a trailer (p. 478)
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Pilot Assist (p. 307)
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Speed limiter (p. 284)
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Emergency puncture repair kit (p. 565)
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Winter driving
For winter driving it is important to perform cer-
tain checks of the car in order to ensure that it
can be driven safely.
Check the following in particular before the cold
season:
The engine coolant must contain 50% glycol.
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This mixture protects the engine against
frost down to approx. -35°C (-31°F). To avoid
health risks, different types of glycol must not
be mixed.
The fuel tank must be kept filled to prevent
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condensation.
Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils with
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lower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate starting
in cold weather and also reduce fuel con-
sumption while the engine is cold.
IMPORTANT
Low viscosity oil must not be used for hard
driving or in hot weather.
The condition of the starter battery and
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charge level must be inspected. Cold
weather places great demands on the starter
battery and its capacity is reduced by the
cold.
Use washer fluid with antifreeze to avoid ice
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forming in the washer fluid reservoir.
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