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W E B E D I T I O N O W N E R ' S M A N U A L...
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Volvo, an automobile designed drive. with your safety and comfort in mind. We encour- Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable fed- age you to familiarize yourself with the equipment eral safety and emission standards. If you have...
Contents 00 Introduction 01 Safety 02 Locks and alarm Important information......... 6 Occupant safety........16 Remote key and key blade....... 58 Environment..........12 Reporting safety defects......17 Private locking ......... 67 Important warnings........13 Seat belts ..........18 Keyless drive..........68 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..
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03 Your driving environment 04 Driver support 05 Comfort and driving pleasure Instruments and controls......78 Stability system........152 Volvo Sensus.......... 206 Ignition modes.......... 88 Road sign information (RSI)* ....154 Menus and messages......207 Seats............90 Cruise control.......... 156 The MY CAR menus.......
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Contents 06 Infotainment 07 During your trip 08 Wheels and tires Introduction..........240 Driving recommendations....... 284 General information ....... 310 Radio............250 Refueling..........288 Tire inflation..........313 Media player........... 259 Loading........... 293 Inflation pressure ........316 AUX/USB sockets........264 Cargo area ..........299 Tire designations ........
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Contents 09 Maintenance and 10 Specifications 11 Index specifications Label information........382 Index............396 Volvo maintenance........340 Specifications......... 384 Maintaining your car....... 341 Overview of information and warning symbols........... 391 Hood and engine compartment....344 Volvo programs........394 Engine oil..........346 Fluids............
Before you operate your vehicle for the cle whose purpose is to provide important first time, please familiarize yourself with Volvo Cars of North America, LLC information in a clear and concise way. The the information found in the chapters...
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Introduction Important information Risk of damage to the vehicle Information Types of lists used in the manual Procedures Procedures (step-by-step instructions), or actions that must be carried out in a certain order, are arranged in numbered lists in this manual. If there is a series of illustrations associ- ated with step-by-step instructions, each step in the procedure is numbered in the...
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• Coolant or other reproductive harm. In addition, • Volvo reserves the right to make model • Engine oil certain fluids contained in vehicles and changes at any time, or to change certain products of component wear con-...
The EDR in this vehicle is When your vehicle is parked, the gear selec- your Volvo not certifiable for legal opera- designed to record such data as: tor is locked in the P (Park) position. To tion in the U.S., Canada and other coun-...
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Volvo is responsi- Volvo has always been and continues to be a equipment, can read the information if they ble for ensuring that the information transmit- leader in automotive safety.
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License, regarding your rights under said available at www.volvocars.com. • busybox (based on version 1.13.2.) licenses. Volvo Car Corporation (VCC) offers to provide the source code of said free/open In order to read a QR code, a QR reader is GCC runtime library exception: http://...
® trols and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal. In addition to continuous environ- Volvo is committed to the well being of its mental refinement of conventional gasoline- customers. As a natural part of this commit- powered internal combustion engines, Volvo...
Your new tested, or if you allow accessories to be your programmed presets to make radio Volvo is, or can be, equipped with many fea- installed by someone unfamiliar with your use quicker and simpler.
If you are taking any medication, consult your vehicle, please contact your authorized your physician about its potential effects dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled Volvo retailer. If your retailer is unable to on your driving abilities.
Trans- could cause injury or death, you port Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Volvo strongly recommends that if should immediately inform the Cars of Canada Corp.
The lap section of the belt must be posi- height. • if the vehicle is leaning excessively tioned low on the hips (not pressing Volvo also believes no child should sit in the • when driving in turns against the abdomen). front seat of a vehicle.
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Use water and a mild deter- work done by a trained and qualified gent for cleaning. Check seat belt mechanism Volvo service technician only. function as follows: attach the seat belt and • Any device used to induce slack into pull rapidly on the strap.
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01 Safety Seat belts Seat belt use during pregnancy Rear seats should strive to position the seat with as large a distance as possible between their belly The seat belt reminder in the rear seat has and the steering wheel. two additional functions: •...
See also page 81 for more information about indicator and warning lights. Models with an digital instrument panel* As an enhancement to the three-point seat belts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supple- mental Restraint System (SRS). Volvo's SRS Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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(see below). This may cause airbag deployment which could result in serious injury. Have the vehicle towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for repairs. Before attempting to tow the vehicle: Location of the passenger's side front airbag 1.
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SRS system, please contact a (e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, seating position, one may experience trained and qualified Volvo service technician fixed object at a low speed, the front air- abrasions, bruises, swellings, or other or Volvo customer support: bags will not necessarily deploy.
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Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 0B9 fire. • 1-800-663-8255 Volvo's front airbags use special sen- Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visors sors that are integrated with the front www.volvocars.com/ca seat buckles. The point at which the...
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Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not on the steering wheel or the passenger's the dash, seat or out of the window. side dashboard. This should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occu- pants.
Weight Sensor should be inspected by a of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard front passenger's seat. trained and qualified Volvo service techni- (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (will The OWS uses a PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF cian as soon as possible.
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Volvo recommends that children always be properly restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats. rear seat. Do not assume that the passenger's side front airbag is...
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OWS system. Failure to front passenger's seat. If a child is follow these instructions could Volvo Cars of North America, LLC seated in the front passenger's seat adversely affect the system's function Customer Care Center...
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01 Safety Occupant Weight Sensor WARNING • Do not place any type of object on the front passenger's seat in such a way that jamming, pressing, or squeezing occurs between the object and the front seat, other than as a direct result of the correct use of the Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) seat belt (see...
01 Safety Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags General information NOTE SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact. The airbags are not designed to deploy in all side impact situa- tions. Components in the SIPS airbag system This SIPS airbag system consists of a gas generator, the side airbag modules built into...
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Never try to open or repair any compo- nents of the SIPS airbag system. This should be done only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both front seat...
38 for guidelines. Failure to follow Volvo service technician. these instructions can result in injury to the • Never hang heavy items from the ceil- vehicle occupants in an accident.
Volvo service technician, support the occupant's head before moving even if the seats appear to be undam- slightly rearward.
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01 Safety Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS WARNING WARNING • Any contact between the front seat back- Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind rests and the folded rear seat or a rear- the front seats could impede the func- facing child seat could impede the function tion of the WHIPS system.
Safety mode is a feature that is triggered if ing status should only be done by a one or more of the safety systems (e.g. front trained and qualified Volvo service or side airbags, an inflatable curtain, or one or technician.
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(pulled by another vehicle). There may be concealed damage that could make it difficult or impossible to control. The vehicle should be transported on a flatbed tow truck to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection/repairs.
Volvo's recommendations When attaching the seat belt to a child WARNING seat: Why does Volvo believe that no child should • Do not use child safety seats or child 1. Attach the seat belt to the child seat sit in the front seat of a car? It's quite simple...
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01 Safety Child safety seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag. • Drive safely! Child restraint registration and recalls Registering a child restraint Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register your child restraint to be reached in a recall. To stay informed about child safety seat recalls, be sure to fill out and return the registration card that comes with new child restraints.
01 Safety Child restraint systems Child restraints Convertible seat Booster cushion Infant seat WARNING WARNING There are three main types of child restraint A child seat should never be used in the Always refer to the child restraint manufac- systems: infant seats, convertible seats, and front passenger seat of any vehicle with a turer's instructions for detailed information booster cushions.
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• A small child's head represents a con- siderable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo recom- mends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recommends that chil-...
01 Safety Infant seats Securing an infant seat with a seat WARNING belt A child seat should never be used in the front passenger seat of any vehicle with a front passenger airbag – not even if the "Passenger airbag off" symbol near the rear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehicles equipped with Occupant Weight Sensor).
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01 Safety Infant seats NOTE WARNING The locking retractor will automatically It should not be possible to move the child release when the seat belt is unbuckled restraint (child seat) more than 1 in. and allowed to retract fully. (2.5 cm) in any direction along the seat belt path.
• A small child's head represents a con- siderable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo recom- mends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recommends that chil- dren should ride rearward facing, prop- erly restrained, as long as possible.
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01 Safety Convertible seats NOTE WARNING The locking retractor will automatically It should not be possible to move the child release when the seat belt is unbuckled restraint (child seat) more than 1 in. and allowed to retract fully. (2.5 cm) in any direction along the seat belt path.
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01 Safety Convertible seats WARNING A child seat should never be used in the front passenger seat of any vehicle with a front passenger airbag – not even if the "Passenger airbag off" symbol near the rear-view mirror is illuminated. If the severity of an accident were to cause the airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious injury or death to a child seated in this...
01 Safety Booster cushions Securing a booster cushion 3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct click is audible. Position the child correctly on the booster cush- Booster cushions are recommended for chil- Positioning the seat belt dren who have outgrown convertible seats.
4. Firmly tension the lower child seat straps according to the manufacturer's instruc- tions. WARNING Volvo's ISOFIX/LATCH anchors conform to FMVSS/CMVSS standards. Always refer to the child restraint system's manual for weight and size ratings. Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIX/...
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01 Safety ISOFIX/LATCH lower anchors WARNING • Be sure to fasten the attachment cor- rectly to the anchor (see the illustra- tion). If the attachment is not correctly fastened, the child restraint may not be properly secured in the event of a collision.
• Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those Your Volvo is equipped with child restraint loads imposed by correctly fitted child top tether anchorages in the rear seat. They restraints. Under no circumstances are are located on the rear side of the backrests.
Volvo's optional integrated booster cushions the child's neck. If using a booster cushion are located in the outboard seating positions. does not result in proper positioning of the...
01 Safety Integrated booster cushion* • That the seat belt is properly positioned and is taut. • The shoulder section of the seat belt is across the child's collarbone, not over the neck. • The lap section of the seat belt is across the child's hips and not the abdomen.
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This work should be per- formed by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician only. The booster cushion can be folded down completely (stowed) from either the stage 1 or stage 2 positions.
01 Safety Child safety locks Manual child safety locks Power child safety locks and 2. Press the button on the driver's door con- disengaging rear door windows* trol panel (see the illustration). Rear child locks Activated > will be displayed in the instrument panel and the indicator light in the button will illu- minate when the function is activated.
If either of the remote keys is lost, the other • by calling Volvo Customer Care at should be taken with the car to a Volvo NOTE 1-800-458-1552 retailer. As an anti-theft measure, the code of In the remainder of this chapter, all refer-...
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02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Key memory: door mirrors and driver's Confirmation when locking/unlocking FCC ID:KR55WK49266 + Siemens VDO 5WK49233 seat the vehicle The position of the side door mirrors, power Settings can be made in the menu system for FCC ID:KR55WK49233 driver's seat* and the selected instrument audible and visual confirmation when the...
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The vehicle cannot you misplace a key, take the other keys to a be started if the transponder is damaged. trained and qualified Volvo service technician The remote key's range is normally for reprogramming as an anti-theft measure.
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02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Remote key/Personal Car After a short pause, press the Unlock button Communicator (PCC)* - common a second time within 10 seconds to unlock functions the other doors and the tailgate. This function can be changed so that all doors unlock at the same time by pressing My Car and going to Settings...
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02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Unique functions—PCC* NOTE NOTE As an added safety precaution, the parking Buildings or other obstacles may interfere lights will come on automatically for a with the function of the remote key. The short period when the tailgate has been vehicle can also be locked or unlocked opened.
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5 minutes tion to the vehicle, contact an authorized If more than one PCC is used to lock/unlock Volvo service technician. ago. the vehicle, only the one used most recently will show the correct locking status.
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02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Detachable key blade Reinserting the key blade in the remote 1. Remove the key blade from the remote key/PCC (see the previous section, The key blade can be removed from the "Removing the key blade"...
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02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Replacing batteries in the remote Replacing the batteries key/PCC CAUTION The battery/batteries in the remote key/PCC should be replaced if: When handling batteries, avoid touching • their contact surfaces as this could result The information symbol lights up and a in poor battery function in the remote key.
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Test and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 38.3. Batteries mounted in the key from the fac- tory and batteries exchanged by an authorized Volvo workshop fulfill the above criteria. Old batteries should be disposed of prop- erly at a recycling center or at your Volvo retailer.
02 Locks and alarm Private locking Tailgate compartment Activating the private locking function you to block access to the glove compart- ment and disconnect the tailgate from the central locking system for e.g., valet parking or when the vehicle is brought to the retailer for service.
02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive Keyless drive* (models with Personal See page 209 for a description of the menu NOTE Car Communicator only) system. • The gear selector must in the P posi- Unlocking the vehicle with the key tion before the vehicle can be locked Keyless locking and unlocking and the alarm can be armed.
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02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive • Locking the vehicle position of the driver's seat and door mir- A door has been opened and closed rors will be stored in the seat's memory. • The PCC has been inserted in the ignition •...
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02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive Location of the keyless drive CAUTION WARNING antennas Changes or modifications not expressly People with implanted pacemakers should approved by the manufacturer could void the not allow the pacemaker to come closer user's authority to operate the equipment. than 9 inches (22 cm) to any of the keyless drive system's antennas.
02 Locks and alarm Locks Locking and unlocking the vehicle Locking unlocked with the detachable key blade. See • page 65. Press the lock button after the front From outside the vehicle doors have been closed. From inside the vehicle (central locking The remote key locks and unlocks all of the •...
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02 Locks and alarm Locks Automatic relocking Unlocking the tailgate with the remote The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachable key blade If the doors are unlocked, the locks will auto- in the remote key. See page 64 for informa- matically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will –...
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02 Locks and alarm Locks Unlocking the tailgate from the driver's The alarm indicator on the dashboard will begin flashing to show that the vehicle is seat locked and that the alarm has been armed. – Press the button on the lighting panel (1) to unlock (but not open ) the tailgate.
(2) this device must accept any slot and the ignition is put in mode I: the tem. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo interference, including interference that may alarm has been triggered.
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02 Locks and alarm Alarm Disarming the alarm Remote key not functioning If the remote key is not functioning properly, – Press the Unlock button on the remote the alarm can be turned off and the vehicle key. can be started as follows: >...
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Instruments and controls................ 78 Ignition modes..................88 Seats....................... 90 Steering wheel..................97 Lighting....................99 Wipers and washers................107 Windows....................110 Mirrors....................112 Digial compass*..................115 Power moonroof* ................. 117 HomeLink ® Wireless Control System*..........119 Starting the engine................122 Transmission..................127 Eco Guide* and Power Meter*..............
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Instrument panel information displays Function Page Function Page Controls for menus and 209, In-door control panels 110, messages, turn signals, 104, (power windows, mirrors, 112, high/low beams, trip 99, 225 central locking button, 71,54 computer power child safety locks)
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls trol, the trip computer and messages. The needle moves on the scale, the more information is shown with text and symbols. economically the vehicle is being driven. Speedometer More detailed information can be found in the descriptions of the functions that use the Tachometer: Shows engine speed in information displays.
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Indicator and warning symbols Theme Eco: gauges and indicators Theme Performance: gauges and indicators Fuel gauge. When the indicator shows a Fuel gauge. When the indicator shows a Indicator and warning symbols: analog instru- ment panel white marking, a yellow indicator light will white marking, a yellow indicator light will...
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If the engine does not start or if the function panel trained and qualified Volvo service technician check is carried out in ignition mode II, all as soon as possible. High beam indicator...
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The message can be should be driven to a trained and qualified erased and the symbol can be turned off by Warning symbols Volvo service technician for inspection, see pressing the OK button (see page 207 for page 141 for additional information. Symbol...
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MIN, the vehicle should be transpor- Low oil pressure 6 seconds if the driver has not fastened his or ted to an authorized Volvo workshop to have If the light comes on while driving, stop the her seat belt.
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207. The warning symbol can also driven, with great care, to an authorized come on in conjunction with other symbols. ing symbol illuminates, a graphic will be dis- Volvo workshop to have the brake system played in instrument panel and an explana- Action: checked.
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Setting the clock Odometer display NOTE The clock can be set in the MY CAR menu When the ambient temperature is between The trip odometers are used to system. See page 209 for additional informa- 23°...
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls 5. Turn TUNE to set the correct minute and press OK to confirm the setting and deactivate this box. 6. Turn TUNE to select and press OK to complete the procedure. Settings System Use the menu selection options Time format...
03 Your driving environment Ignition modes Inserting and removing the remote Removing the remote key Mode Function The remote key can be removed from the ignition slot by pulling it out. The odometer, clock and tem- perature gauge are illuminated. Power seats* can be adjusted Functions and the infotainment system can...
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03 Your driving environment Ignition modes Ignition modes Emergency towing See page 307 for important information Ignition mode 0 about the remote key when the vehicle is – The vehicle is unlocked. being towed. Ignition mode I – With the remote key fully pressed into the , press START/STOP ignition slot ENGINE briefly.
03 Your driving environment Seats Front seats The front passenger seat backrest can be WARNING folded to a horizontal position to make room • Do not adjust the seat while driving. for a long load. Fold the backrest as follows: The seat should be adjusted so that Move the seat as far back and down as the brake pedal can be depressed...
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03 Your driving environment Seats Button for storing a position Power seat NOTE • M (memory) button Only one of the power seat's controls can be used at the same time. Programming the seat's memory • The power seats have an overload Three different seating and door mirror posi- protector that activates if a seat is tions can be stored in the driver seat's mem-...
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03 Your driving environment Seats 1. Insert a remote key in the ignition slot. 2. Exit the vehicle and lock the doors with NOTE the remote key (or close the driver's door 2. Go into the MY CAR menu and go to As a safety precaution, the seat will stop and press the lock button on the door Settings...
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03 Your driving environment Seats Rear seats Emergency stop The driver's seat and door mirrors will auto- matically move to the position in which you Rear center head restraint left them (if the vehicle has been unlocked WARNING with one of the other keys and new seat/ •...
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03 Your driving environment Seats Manually folding down the rear seat's The center head restraint should be adjusted CAUTION according to the passenger's height. The outboard head restraints The rear head restraints should not be restraint should be carefully adjusted to sup- kept folded down for prolonged periods.
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03 Your driving environment Seats • The left (driver's side) section can be 2. Press the button to lower the rear head folded down separately. restraints for improved visibility. • The center section can be folded down NOTE separately. • The right (passenger's side) section can •...
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03 Your driving environment Seats WARNING • When one or more sections of the backrest is returned to the upright position, check that it is properly locked in place by pushing and pulling it. The red indicators should also not be visible.
03 Your driving environment Steering wheel Adjusting Horn WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while driv- ing. With the optional speed-dependent power steering the level of steering force can be adjusted, see page 232. Keypads and steering wheel paddles* Adjusting the steering wheel Horn Lever for releasing/locking the steering –...
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03 Your driving environment Steering wheel Electrically heated* steering wheel Button for steering wheel heating With the engine running, press this button once to begin warming the steering wheel (press again to switch off). The indicator light in the button will illuminate when the function is active.
In Canada: the daytime running lights will Rear fog lights (see page 103) be on Headlight switch With the headlight switch in the Volvo recommends using the posi- position: tion whenever possible. • The daytime running lights will be on (the...
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03 Your driving environment Lighting • High/low beam headlights Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to position 2 and release it to toggle between low and high beams. High beam flash Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to position 1.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting Models with an analog instrument panel CAUTION symbol will go out when these mes- sages are displayed. In the following situations, it may be nec- When AHB is activated, the symbol essary to switch between high and low will illuminate in the instrument panel.
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The factory default setting is on. The auxiliary lights must be connected to the vehicle's electrical system, which should only be done by a trained and authorized Volvo service technician. See page 209 for more information about the menu system.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting Canadian models: If the ignition is in position The intensity of the instrument lighting is The rear fog lights will only function in combi- adjusted with the thumb wheel. II or the engine is running, the daytime run- nation with the high/low beam headlights.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting Hazard warning flashers Turn signals NOTE • This automatic flashing sequence can be interrupted by immediately moving the lever in the opposite direction. • If the turn signal indicator flashes faster than normal, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting The lighting in the front part of the passenger The lights are switched on or off by pressing The passenger compartment lighting can be compartment is controlled with the buttons each respective button. switched on and off manually within (1) and (2) in the roof console.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting Car settings Light settings Home safe light duration. See page 209 for a descrip- tion of the menu system. Approach lighting Approach lighting is activated by pressing the approach light button on the remote key (see the illustration on page 61).
03 Your driving environment Wipers and washers Windshield wipers/washers Windshield wipers off Rain sensor* Move the lever to position 0 to The rain sensor automatically regulates wiper switch off the windshield wipers. speed according to the amount of water on the windshield.
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03 Your driving environment Wipers and washers Deactivating Move the lever toward the steering wheel to CAUTION start the windshield and headlight washers. Deactivate the rain sensor by pressing the • Use ample washer fluid when washing After the lever is released the wipers make button or press the lever down to the windshield.
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If the tailgate wiper is in the normal (continu- ous) wiping mode, selecting different gears will not affect its function. Consult your Volvo retailer if you would like to have this function deactivated.
03 Your driving environment Windows Power windows All power windows can be operated using the WARNING control panel in the driver's door. The control • Always remove the ignition key when panels in the other doors only operate the the vehicle is unattended to put the window in the respective doors.
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03 Your driving environment Windows Resetting If the battery has been disconnected, the auto open function must be reset so that it will work properly. 1. Gently raise the front section of the but- ton to close the window and hold it for one second.
03 Your driving environment Mirrors Power door mirrors Retractable power door mirrors* the vehicle, for example when parallel park- ing. The mirrors can be retracted for parking/driv- ing in narrow spaces: To activate this function, select reverse gear and press the L or R mirror control button to 1.
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03 Your driving environment Mirrors • Automatically tilting the door mirrors Retract the mirrors with the L and R but- in the respective buttons indicate that the tons. function is active. Switch the function off when parking when then windshield/rear window/mirrors •...
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03 Your driving environment Mirrors NOTE Obstructing the forward sensor with e.g., parking stickers, transponders, etc., or the rear sensor by loading the cargo area or the rear seat in such a way that light is prevented from reaching the sensor will reduce the auto-dim function in the rear- view mirror.
03 Your driving environment Digial compass* Operation brated if the vehicle is driven into a new one 5. Press the button repeatedly until the (see the magnetic zones on the map in the number of the desired magnetic zone following section "Selecting a magnetic 1-15 ) is displayed.
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03 Your driving environment Digial compass* Selecting a magnetic zone Magnetic zones. The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. The correct zone must be selected for the compass to work correctly. 1. Put the ignition in mode II. 2. Using a pen or similar object, press and hold the button on the rear side of mirror for at least 3 seconds.
03 Your driving environment Power moonroof* Introduction Sliding moonroof Manual closing – Push the switch forward to the first stop The moonroof controls are located in the ceil- (the position for manual closing) and hold ing console near the rearview mirror. The it until the moonroof has closed to the moonroof can be opened vertically and hori- position of your choice, or has closed...
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03 Your driving environment Power moonroof* Wind blocker Tilt position WARNING • During manual closing, if the moonroof is obstructed, immediately open it again. • Never open or close the moonroof if it is obstructed in any way. • Never allow a child to operate the moonroof.
03 Your driving environment HomeLink ® Wireless Control System* Introduction Programming HomeLink WARNING • If you use HomeLink to open a garage NOTE door or gate, be sure no one is near the gate or door while it is in motion. Some vehicles may require the ignition to be switched on or be in the “accessories”...
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03 Your driving environment HomeLink ® Wireless Control System* 3. Firmly press, hold for five seconds and 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the 6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, chosen HomeLink and hand-held trans- release the programmed HomeLink but- hold for two seconds and release the pro- mitter buttons until the HomeLink indica- ton up to two separate times to activate...
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03 Your driving environment HomeLink ® Wireless Control System* Resetting HomeLink Buttons both the HomeLink and hand-held trans- For questions or comments, contact Home- mitter buttons. Link at: www.homelink.com or phone 1–800– Use the following procedure to reset (erase 355–3515. Proceed with “Programming”...
10 seconds. If the engine has not these pedals is not impeded. started, repeat the procedure. • Volvo's floor mats are specially manu- factured for your car. They must be CAUTION firmly secured in the clips on the floor...
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03 Your driving environment Starting the engine WARNING NOTE CAUTION • • • Always remove the remote key from After a cold start, idle speed may be When starting in cold weather, the the ignition slot when leaving the vehi- noticeably higher than normal for a automatic transmission may shift up at cle and ensure that the ignition in...
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03 Your driving environment Starting the engine Engine Remote Start (ERS)* Information WARNING Introduction Keep the following in mind before using Approach lighting ERS is a feature that makes it possible to Starting the engine remotely start the engine to cool or heat the •...
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03 Your driving environment Starting the engine Switching off the engine Models with a Personal Car Switching off an engine started with Communicator (PCC) remote key* (see With the engine running, press the START/ page 62) Any of the following will switch off the engine STOP ENGINE button.
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03 Your driving environment Starting the engine 4. Connect the black jumper cable to the WARNING WARNING auxiliary battery's negative (–) terminal (3) • PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Do not connect the jumper cable to and to the ground point in your vehicle's any part of the fuel system or to any Battery posts, terminals, and related engine compartment (right engine mount...
03 Your driving environment Transmission Automatic transmission before the gear lever can be moved from the CAUTION P position. The transmission’s temperature is moni- tored to help prevent damage to the trans- WARNING mission or other drivetrain components. If there is a risk of overheating, the warning Always apply the parking brake when the symbol on the instrument panel will illumi- vehicle is parked, particularly when park-...
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03 Your driving environment Transmission Gear indicator While driving To shift gears manually, move the • gear selector to the side from D The gear currently being If you select the manual shifting position toward +S–. The +S– symbol in the while driving, the gear that was being used is displayed on the right instrument panel will change from...
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03 Your driving environment Transmission Geartronic: steering wheel paddles* ment panel will change to the number of Geartronic: Sport mode (S) the gear currently being used. In addition to the manual gearshift function This transmission mode provides sportier using the gear selector, this option makes it Shifting gears: shifting characteristics and enables a more possible to manually shift gears from the...
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(this selects 2nd gear). Press the selector forward again and release it to select 3rd gear. The optional steering Your Volvo can be equipped with permanent wheel paddles can also be used; see the If the vehicle cannot be driven, for example All Wheel Drive, which means that power is previous section "Geartronic: steering...
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AWD system. A warning light will also illuminate in the instrument panel. If this occurs, have the system checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service techni- cian.
03 Your driving environment Eco Guide* and Power Meter* Introduction Power Meter Current (instantaneous) reading This is the current level of economical driving; These gauges help improve driving economy. This gauge indicates the engine power that the higher the reading, the more economically has been utilized and the amount of power To display or remove these functions from the the vehicle is being driven.
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03 Your driving environment Eco Guide* and Power Meter* higher the reading on the scale, the greater the amount of power that is being utilized. The larger the gap between the two indica- tors, the greater the amount of power remain- ing.
(with the exception NOTE of certain engines). Eco is a function developed by Volvo to give When Eco is activated, several climate the driver the opportunity to actively drive symbol will be displayed in the...
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03 Your driving environment Eco* Activating Eco Coast Eco Coast limitations engaged from the engine and engine rpm will be reduced to the idle level Eco Coast is activated when the accelerator This function will not be available if: (approx. 700-800 rpm), which helps reduce pedal is released completely if: •...
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03 Your driving environment Eco* Other ECO-related settings can be made in the vehicle's MY CAR menu. See page 209 for more information. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
03 Your driving environment Start/Stop* Introduction Deactivating Start/Stop function of certain systems may reduced at this time. For example, blower speed and In certain situations (e.g., Start/Stop is a function that is available with high infotainment system volume may be driving in heavy, stop-and-go certain engines/transmissions.
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03 Your driving environment Start/Stop* Auto-stop exceptions Auto-start exceptions Condition/situation In certain situations or conditions, the engine In certain situations or conditions, the engine The main battery's temperature is below may not auto-stop when the vehicle comes may auto-start even though the driver is still freezing or too high.
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03 Your driving environment Start/Stop* If the engine does not auto-start, this Condition/situation could be due to: • The driver's seat belt is not fastened The gear selector is moved from D to S • or "+/–". The gear selector is in P and the driver's door is opened The driver's door is opened with the gear In these cases, the driver will have to restart...
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Symbol Message Information/action Auto Start/Stop Service Start/Stop is not functioning properly. Contact a Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo required service technician. Autostart Engine running This is triggered if the driver's door is opened while the engine is auto-stopped.
DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a activated. This function causes an additional trained and qualified Volvo service techni- taillight on each side of the vehicle to illumi- cian and have the brake system inspected.
03 Your driving environment Brakes The adaptive brake lights activate if: pedal is depressed. To avoid such a delay cle first reaches a speed of approximately when the brakes are needed, depress the 6 mph (10 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate •...
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MIN mark in the reservoir or if a brake sys- tem-related message is shown in the infor- mation display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake system inspected.
03 Your driving environment Parking brake Electric parking brake Applying the electric parking brake NOTE An electric parking brake has the same func- • In an emergency the parking brake can tion as a manual parking brake. be applied when the vehicle is moving by holding in the control.
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03 Your driving environment Parking brake Releasing the electric parking brake Heavy load uphill 3. Press firmly on the brake pedal. A heavy load, such as a trailer, can cause the 4. Pull the parking brake control. vehicle to roll backward when the parking Automatic release brake is released automatically on a steep 1.
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A fault is preventing the parking brake from being released. Try to apply the parking brake and release it sev- fully released eral times. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volvo workshop. If you drive off with this error mes- sage showing, a warning signal sounds.
03 Your driving environment Hill Descent Control (HDC)* Introduction Function Using HDC Normally, when the accelerator pedal is HDC allows the car to roll forward at a maxi- released while driving down hills, the vehicle's mum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h), and 4 mph speed slows as the engine runs at lower rpm (7 km/h) in reverse.
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03 Your driving environment Hill Descent Control (HDC)* NOTE Engine response to pressure on the accel- erator pedal may be slightly slower than normal when HDC is activated. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Stability system..................152 Road sign information (RSI)* ..............154 Cruise control..................156 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*............158 Distance Alert* ..................169 City Safety™ ..................172 Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake*....... 178 Driver Alert System* ................188 Park assist*................... 193 Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* ............
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• Stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn off the engine and restart it. • If the message is still displayed when the engine has restarted, drive to an authorized Volvo work- shop to have the system inspected. "Message"...
04 Driver support Road sign information (RSI)* Introduction Operation Displaying the speed limit indication can be deactivated. To do so: • Deselect the alternative in MY CAR Settings Car settings Road Sign Information or cancel by pressing EXIT. Speed alert The driver can opt to be alerted if the vehicle exceeds the posted speed limit by more than 3 mph (5 km/h).
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04 Driver support Road sign information (RSI)* • Twisted or damaged signs • Obstructed signs • Signs that are partially covered by snow, ice, etc. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
04 Driver support Cruise control Operation Engaging the cruise control function Adjusting the set speed Before a speed can be set, the cruise control After a speed has been set, it can be system must be engaged (put in standby increased or decreased by using the mode).
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04 Driver support Cruise control Automatic deactivation WARNING Cruise control is automatically deactivated There may be a significant increase in temporarily if one of the following occurs: speed after the button has been • If the speed drops below approximately pressed.
When there are no longer Radar sensor in front grille only be performed by a trained and slower moving vehicles ahead, your vehi- qualified Volvo technician. Adaptive Cruise Control consists of: cle will accelerate to resume the set •...
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04 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* 2-second interval will vary according the adaptive cruise control system. This is nor- WARNING speed of the vehicles. mal. When Adaptive Cruise Control is in standby mode or is switched off com- WARNING WARNING pletely, the brakes will not be modulated •...
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04 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* Operation Putting ACC in standby mode WARNING Before ACC can be used to regulate speed Adaptive Cruise Control only warns of and/or the distance to a vehicle ahead, it vehicles detected by the radar sensor, see must first be put in standby mode.
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04 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* pedal, the vehicle's speed when the but- When this symbol has changed col- Different time intervals can ton is pressed will be set. ors from white to green, ACC is in be selected and are shown in active mode and the vehicle will •...
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04 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* • Standby mode (temporary deactivation) the radar sensor is obstructed by, for NOTE example, wet snow or rain. To temporarily deactivate ACC (put it in If the accelerator pedal is only depressed standby mode): Resuming the set speed for a short time, such as when passing •...
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04 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* moving at speed below 18 mph WARNING WARNING (30 km/h)) Please be aware that this function will also Switching from ACC to CC means that: • Automatic standby mode when ACC cause the vehicle to accelerate briefly in •...
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04 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* • The vehicle ahead must be within a rea- NOTE WARNING sonable distance (not farther away than ACC can remain active and keep your At speeds above 18 mph (30 km/h), ACC approx. 100 ft/30 meters) vehicle at a standstill for up to 4 minutes.
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WARNING The parking brake is applied sensor may be damaged in any way, contact a trained and qualified Volvo • automatically The radar sensor has a limited field of service technician as soon as possible.
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In certain situations, the radar sensor Fault tracing and actions only be performed by a trained and cannot detect vehicles at close quarters, qualified Volvo technician. Radar blocked See manual If the message for example a vehicle that suddenly is displayed, this means that the radar signals...
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04 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* System with Auto-brake and Pedestrian The table lists possible causes for this mes- Detection will not function. sage being displayed, and suitable actions. Cause Action The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or obstructed in some Clean the radar surface, or remove the object causing the obstruction.
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Cruise control Service ACC is not functioning. required Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Press Brake To hold The vehicle is at a standstill and ACC will release the brakes before the parking brake engages to keep the vehicle stopped but a problem with the parking brake means that the vehicle may begin to roll.
04 Driver support Distance Alert* Introduction Depending on the optional equipment NOTE selected, there may not be room for a Dis- Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- Distance Alert only monitors distance to tance Alert button in the center console. In trol and is a function that provides informa- the vehicle ahead while Adaptive Cruise this case, the function is controlled through...
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04 Driver support Distance Alert* Five different time intervals WARNING NOTE can be selected and are Only use a time interval that is suitable in Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light shown in the display as 1–5 current traffic conditions. contrasts, the use of sunglasses, or if the horizontal bars.
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See page 165 for information on the radar sensor’s limitations. Collision warn. Serv- Distance Alert or Collision Warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection is not functioning prop- ice required erly. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
This is done in order to always give the driver’s actions highest priority. City Safety is a registered trademark of the Volvo Car Corporation...
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04 Driver support City Safety™ Function tion display to indicate that the system is/has WARNING been active. • City Safety™ only reacts to vehicles traveling in the same direction as your NOTE vehicle and does not react to small • vehicles or motorcycles or to people or When City Safety™...
04 Driver support City Safety™ Press My Car in the center console control WARNING NOTE Settings Car settings panel and go to • The laser sensor has certain limitations Keep the windshield in front of the Driver support systems City Safety.
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(magnifiers) – Class • Before the windshield is replaced, 1M laser product. contact a Volvo retailer to ensure that The lower decal describes the laser beam's the correct windshield is ordered and physical data and contains the text: installed.
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OK button on the turn signal only be done by a trained and qualified NOTE lever. Volvo service technician. The function of aftermarket laser detectors • Do not remove the laser sensor may be affected by City Safety's laser sen- (including removal of the lenses).
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Remove the obstruction and/or clean the windshield in front of the sensor(s). For more information on the sensor’s limitations, see page 174. City Safety Service City Safety™ is not functioning. required • If this message remains in the display, have the system checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
04 Driver support Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake* Introduction The system should not be used in such a way WARNING that the driver changes his/her way of operat- Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full • Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with ing the vehicle.
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NOTE performed by a trained and qualified is a risk of collision with a vehicle, a cyclist or Volvo technician. The auto-brake and brake support func- a pedestrian, the driver is alerted by a flash- tions are always on and cannot be turned ing red warning light and an audible warning off.
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04 Driver support Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake* Operation Activating/deactivating the audible WARNING warning signal only Settings are made by pressing MY CAR on • Short The setting should only be used The audible warning signal can be activated/ the center console control panel and using in situations where traffic is light and deactivated by pressing MY CAR on the cen-...
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04 Driver support Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake* Limitations control panel and going to Settings WARNING Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light settings Driver support systems • In certain situations, the system can- contrasts, the use of sunglasses, or if the Collision Warning.
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04 Driver support Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake* information on the radar sensor and its limita- WARNING NOTE tions, see page 165. • • The system is not activated at speeds To help protect the camera in very hot under approx.
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04 Driver support Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake* Pedestrian detection entire body and the person must be at WARNING least 32 in. (80 cm) tall. • The camera has the same limitations • The system cannot detect a pedestrian as the human eye.
04 Driver support Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake* • Cyclist detection The camera's capacity to see a cyclist at dawn or dusk is limited, much as it is for the human eye. • The camera's function is deactivated and will not detect a cyclist in darkness or in tunnels, even if there is street lighting in the area.
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04 Driver support Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake* WARNING Fault tracing and actions Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Windscreen Sensors Auto Brake is designed to be a supple- If the message mentary driving aid. It is not, however, blocked is displayed, this means that the intended to replace the driver's attention...
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Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the camera to regis- display. ter visibility. The surface between the inside of the windshield and the camera is Contact an authorized Volvo retailer or service technician to have this dirty. surface cleaned. Symbols and messages in the display...
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165 for more information on the radar sensor’s limitations. Collision warn. Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake is partially or completely not functioning. Service required Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message remains in the display. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
04 Driver support Driver Alert System* Introduction Driver Alert Control (DAC) intended to be used on main roads and is not meant for use in city traffic. The Driver Alert System is designed to help a driver who may be becoming fatigued or who WARNING is inadvertently leaving the lane and consists of two different functions that can be...
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See page 182 for information on the camera’s limitations. Driver Alert Sys Service The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message required remains in the display.
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04 Driver support Driver Alert System* Center console display Symbol Message Description Driver Alert OFF The function is not switched on. Driver Alert Available The function is active. Driver Alert Standby <65 The function has gone into standby mode because the vehicle's speed is below 40 mph (65 km/h). km/h Driver Alert Unavailable The camera is temporarily not functioning, due to snow, ice, or dirt on the windshield.
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04 Driver support Driver Alert System* because the vehicle's speed is below on. This is supplemented by graphic displays Settings 40 mph (65 km/h). in the instrument panel, for example: Settings for Lane Departure Warning can be • The LDW symbol has no side marker made in the menu system by pressing My lines: –...
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See page 182 for information on the camera’s limi- tations. Driver Alert Sys Service The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the required message remains in the display.
04 Driver support Park assist* Introduction Function Activating/deactivating The system is activated automatically when The park assist system is designed to assist the vehicle is started. you when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc. It utilizes ultrasound sensors in – Press the Park assist button on the center the front bumper and rear bumper(s) to meas- console to temporarily deactivate the sys-...
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04 Driver support Park assist* Signals from the park assist system Audible signal Rear park assist The Park Assist system uses an intermittent tone that pulses faster as you come close to an object, and becomes constant when you are within approximately 1 ft (30 cm) of an object in front of or behind the vehicle.
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If a non- the system is not functioning properly and Volvo trailer hitch is being used, it may has been disengaged. Consult a trained and be necessary to switch off the system qualified Volvo service technician.
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04 Driver support Park assist* Cleaning the sensors with water and a suitable car washing deter- gent. Ice and snow covering the sensors may cause incorrect warning signals. NOTE If the sensors are obstructed by e.g., dirt, snow, or ice, this could result in false warning signals from the park assist sys- tem.
04 Driver support Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* Introduction The driver sees what is behind the vehicle WARNING and if a person or animal should suddenly The Park Assist Camera (PAC) uses the dis- • PAC is designed to be a supplemen- appear from the side.
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04 Driver support Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* Using PAC (21 mph/35 km/h in reverse). The screen will NOTE then revert to the view that was displayed Activation When backing up with a trailer, the guiding before R was selected. lines show the path that the vehicle will take, not the trailer.
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04 Driver support Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* 4. Press OK/MENU to make the setting and An area approx. 1 ft (30 cm) behind the If the vehicle is equipped with the optional exit the menu by pressing EXIT. vehicle Park Assist system (see page 193), the dis- tance to an object will be indicated more The line marking the unobstructed area...
CAUTION blind area. The BLIS system should only be repaired by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Areas monitored by BLIS Distance A = approx. 31 ft. (9.5 meters), Distance B = approx. 10 ft.
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04 Driver support Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)* When does BLIS function motor vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses, NOTE motorcycles, etc. The system functions when your vehicle is If the BLIS indicator lights illuminate occa- moving at speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h). Darkness sionally even when there are no other vehi- BLIS reacts to the headlights of surrounding...
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Blind spot BLIS not functioning syst. Service properly. Contact an required authorized Volvo service Sunlight directly in the camera when the sun is low on the horizon technician. BLIS is automatically activated when the igni- Cleaning the BLIS camera lenses Blind spot BLIS camera obscured.
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04 Driver support Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)* Text in the System status display Blind-spot BLIS system off info system Blind spot The BLIS cameras' func- syst. Reduced tion has been reduced function due to weak or impaired data transfer between the BLIS system's cam- eras and the vehicle's electrical system.
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Volvo Sensus..................206 Menus and messages................207 The MY CAR menus................209 Climate system..................215 Trip computer..................225 Active chassis system–Four C*............. 232 Passenger compartment convenience..........233 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Introduction systems as well as other options such as the park assist camera(s), etc. Volvo Sensus uses the screen in the center instrument panel to display information and selections are made using this panel’s con- trols and buttons. Certain features can also be controlled using the steering wheel key- pad.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Menus and messages Main instrument panel Menu overview The following menu alternatives may vary, depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle. Analog instrument panel Digital speed Trip comp. opt. Service status Messages (##) Digital Instrument panel* and menu controls Digital instrument panel* OK: access to the list of messages and Analog Instrument panel and menu controls...
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When a warning, information or indicator Service Mainte- Have the vehicle checked If the service intervals are symbol comes on, a corresponding message by an authorized Volvo nance over- not followed, the warranty urgent appears in the information panel. An error workshop immediately.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure The MY CAR menus • Introduction Operation Reject and incoming phone call • The menu system provides access to The current function will be cancelled Center console controls menus for operating many of the vehi- •...
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DRIVe tion in the system's memory. thumb wheel to open a submenu with This selectoin describes Volvo's DRIVe con- alternatives that can be selected. cept and displays the following headers: EXIT. 6. Use the thumb wheel to move to the •...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure The MY CAR menus Menu settings See page 59 and 68 for more information. See page 105 for more information. The following pages list the main menus/ Side mirror settings Triple indicator submenus and possible selections. The Fold mirrors menus are set up as follows: See page 104 for more information.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure The MY CAR menus if one of the buttons (1-4) is pressed, see MY CAR Settings Driver support page 209. DSTC systems Uncheck the selection to turn the screen See page 152 for more information. saver off.
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• A volume control will be displayed. To set The menu alternatives under Navigation Only on vehicles with the optional Volvo Navigation System the volume level: commands show examples of the voice Voice tutorial 1. Adjust the volume using the thumb wheel commands available for the optional Volvo 2.
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Bluetooth software version in car High See page 249 for more information. Map and software version Recirculation timer Refer to the optional Volvo Navigation System manual for more information. Automatic rear defroster Interior air quality system Reset climate settings This feature returns the "Climate settings"...
Work of this type should only be when it has been parked. This water is done by a trained and qualified Volvo service condensation from the A/C system NOTE and is normal.
See page 209 for a description of the menu the vehicle. The filter also cleans recirculated system. passenger compartment air. NOTE Contact your Volvo retailer for IAQS air fil- ter replacement intervals.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Air vents in the dashboard Air vents in the door pillars Open Open Closed Closed Horizontal airflow Horizontal airflow Vertical airflow Vertical airflow Direct the outer air vents toward the side win- Direct the outer air vents toward the side win- dows to defrost.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Electronic climate control, ECC Climate system controls Temperature control, driver's side Heated rear window and door mirrors, see page 113 Ventilated front seats* Heated driver's seat Heated front passenger's seat* The ventilation system consists of fans in the Defroster (maximum effect), electrically seats and backrests that draw air through the Temperature control, passenger's side...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Heated front seats* Starting the seat heating automatically The ventilation can be used at the same time as seat heating. This setting starts heating the driver's seat (at the highest level) automatically when the The ventilation system can be activated when engine is started if the ambient temperature is the engine is running.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Blower control Air distribution Turn the control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the blower speed. If AUTO is selected, blower speed will be regula- ted automatically and this will override manual adjust- ment.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system A/C – ON/OFF Max. defroster and electrically heated Blower speed in automatic mode can be set When the indicator light in windshield* Climate settings Automatic blower under the button is on, the air con- adjustment.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system front side windows. The indicator light (2) Recirculation/air quality system NOTE in the defroster button illuminates when Recirculation the function is active. • Triangular areas at the far sides of the This function can be used to •...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Interior Air Quality System–IAQS* compartment is recirculated, i.e., no outside air enters the vehicle. The filter also cleans This system consists of a multifilter and an air recirculated passenger compartment air. quality sensor. The filter helps remove gases When the AUTO button is depressed the air and particles from the incoming air, thereby quality sensor is always engaged.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Air distribution table Air distribution Air distribution Air to windows. Some air To remove de-fog/de- Air to the floor and To ensure comfortable flows from the dashboard air ice the front side win- windows.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer • Introduction Trip computer functions Functions To open and make settings in the trip com- • The content and appearance of the trip com- Trip computer information headings in the puter functions: instrument panel puter varies depending on whether the vehi- cle is equipped with an analog or digital 1.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer Function Description Digital speed This displays the vehicle's speed digitally in the center of the instrument panel • Open by pressing OK, scroll using the thumb wheel, confirm by pressing OK and exit by pressing –...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer Information headings in the instrument Description panel • T1 and total dist. Press and hold RESET to reset trip odometer T1. Trip odometer • T2 and total dist. Press and hold RESET to reset trip odometer T2. Trip odometer Distance to empty Distance to empty...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer 3. Use the thumb wheel to scroll among the 4. After completing your selection, exit by The following table lists the digital trip com- functions and select/confirm your choice pressing RESET twice. puter's functions: by pressing OK.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer Heading combinations Description • Press and hold RESET to reset trip odometer T1. Average fuel consumption Trip odometer T1 + mileage Average speed • Press and hold RESET to reset trip odometer T2. Current fuel consumption Trip odometer T2 + mileage Distance to empty...
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10 miles; the marker at the right will also bination of headings containing the trip in the Volvo Navigation System (VNS)*. odometer to be reset. change according to the scale selected. 2. Press and hold RESET until selected trip...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer See also the information about Eco Guide on page 132.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Active chassis system–Four C* Active chassis (Four C) Adjustable steering force* Advanced In this mode, body sway in curves is minimal Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Con- Steering force increases with the speed of the and steering response is very direct. Gear trolled Chassis Concept), regulates the cha- vehicle to give the driver enhanced sensitivity.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Passenger compartment convenience Tunnel console Glove compartment Compartment in door panel Storage pocket on the front edge of the front seat cushions Glove compartment Storage compartment, 12-volt socket and AUX input Jacket holder Rear seat cup holders Storage pocket Jacket holder Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.)
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7.5A (90W). The auxiliary sockets can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette lighters and ashtrays can be purchased from your Volvo retailer. Vanity mirror with lighting 12-volt socket in the front tunnel console WARNING...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Passenger compartment convenience 12-volt socket in the cargo area* Fold down the cover to access the electrical socket. NOTE The 12-volt socket in the cargo area pro- vides electrical current even when the igni- tion is switched off. Using the socket while the engine is not running will drain the bat- tery.
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Introduction................... 240 Radio..................... 250 Media player..................259 AUX/USB sockets................. 264 ® Bluetooth media ................. 267 ® Bluetooth hands-free connection ............269 Cell phone voice control*..............278 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
06 Infotainment Introduction General information Audyssey MultEQ NOTE The infotainment system consists of radio To help avoid excessive battery drain, and media player features and also makes it remove the remote key from the ignition possible to communicate via a cell phone. slot if the infotainment system is used The information is displayed on a 7"...
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06 Infotainment Introduction Infotainment system overview Basic infotainment functions Left/right arrow keys – short press moves between preset radio stations, tracks on a disc or chapters on a DVD. Press and hold to search within tracks or to tune to the next/previous available radio station.
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06 Infotainment Introduction Eject a disc. Keypad for entering text/numbers, storing radio stations, etc. OK/MENU – press the thumb wheel on * FAV – this button can be used to store a the steering wheel keypad or this button on the center console to confirm a menu selec- shortcut to a commonly used function in tion or accept an incoming phone call.
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06 Infotainment Introduction Menu navigation An example of menu navigation in MEDIA mode when a CD is playing...
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06 Infotainment Introduction Mode button (in this example, the MEDIA Scroll/search forward and back button). The number of buttons varies, Press briefly on (2) to scroll between CD depending on your vehicle’s specifica- tracks/audio files or to search for the next tions).
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06 Infotainment Introduction • * FAV—storing a shortcut Basic sound settings iPod • Press SOUND to display the basic sound set- Bluetooth ting menu ( Bass Treble , etc). Continue • pressing SOUND or OK/MENU to display the Favorites can also be stored for MY CAR, other setting alternatives.
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06 Infotainment Introduction • Subwoofer *: subwoofer volume level. Sound stage NOTE • The sound experience can be optimized for DPL II centre level 3 channel centre Sound quality may be affected if the MP3 the driver's seat, both front seats or the rear level : Volume for the center speaker.
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06 Infotainment Introduction Main FM1/FM2 menu There is also a dynamic calibration that takes View song memory into consideration the volume level, radio FM menu Channel list information reception, and the speed of the vehicle. Show radio text Station name The settings that are described in this man- Show presets Artist...
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06 Infotainment Introduction MEDIA menus Stop Change audio track Subtitles Scan Main CD Audio menu Disc menu Audio tracks Audio settings Random Advanced settings Main AUX menu Scan Angle AUX menu Audio settings DivX® VOD code AUX input volume Audio settings Audio settings Main CD/DVD Data menu...
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06 Infotainment Introduction ® Call options Main Bluetooth hands-free menu Phone menu Auto answer Call lists Voicemail number All calls Disconnect phone Missed calls Answered calls Dialled calls Call duration Phone book Search New contact Speed dials Receive vCard Memory status Clear phone book Change phone Remove Bluetooth device...
06 Infotainment Radio General functions Menu navigation 2. Turn TUNE slightly in either direction. This displays the list of stations in the RADIO menu selections can be made from area. The currently tuned station will be the center console or the steering wheel key- indicated in the list by magnified text.
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06 Infotainment Radio If the station list is no longer displayed, turn 2. Press and hold one of the number key NOTE buttons. TUNE in either direction and press The radio is initially set to automatically the keypad on the center console to switch to >...
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06 Infotainment Radio Radio text More information about HD radio and IBOC NOTE can be found on Ibiquity's website, Some stations transmit information on pro- HD radio volume may fade in and out at www.hdradio.com and www.ibiquity.com. gram content, artists, etc. This information times due to coverage limitations.
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93.9 WNYC rial in extreme cases can be as much (Volvo uses the symbol ">" to indicate This will disable the radio's capability to as 8 seconds behind the analogue). there are sub-channels available) The receive digital broadcasts but it will continue This will noticeable as a "stuttering"...
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06 Infotainment Radio Sub-channels main channel, press and hold the left arrow Sub-channels can also be stored as presets, key on the center console or on the steering see page 251 for information on storing sta- wheel keypad for approximately 1 second. To tions.
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06 Infotainment Radio Selecting SiriusXM™ radio mode SiriusXM™ ID Selecting a channel There are three ways of tuning in a channel: 1. With the infotainment system switched The SiriusXM™ ID (sometimes referred to as on, press RADIO. the Electronic Serial Number or ESN) is •...
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06 Infotainment Radio Scanning Add current song to song the Song seek feature is activated, the lis- 3. Scroll to tener will be alerted by a text message and an memory and press OK/MENU. Scan automatically searches through the list audible signal.
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06 Infotainment Radio 5. Press OK/MENU to select All categories Locking a channel WARNING or turn TUNE to scroll to a category and 1. Press OK/MENU. Settings should be made when the vehicle press OK/MENU to select it. Advanced settings 2.
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3. The current code will be displayed. selection. Your Volvo retailer can also provide you with Temporarily unlock all channels assistance. This function will temporarily unlock all chan- nels and make them available for selection.
06 Infotainment Media player OK/MENU: Press to confirm your selec- Playing a disc CD/DVD functions tion or access the menus for the currently Press MEDIA ans scroll to Disc . Press OK/ Disc selected source (e.g., ) or press the MENU or the thumb wheel on the steering thumb wheel on the steering wheel key- wheel keypad.
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06 Infotainment Media player Navigating a disc and playing tracks When a file has been played, the player will NOTE continue to play the rest of the files (of the CD audio discs Some copy protected audio files or home- same type) in the current folder.
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06 Infotainment Media player Playing video DVDs Navigating in a DVD's menus Random This function plays the tracks in random order Play (shuffle). The random tracks/sound files can When playing a video DVD, a disc menu may be scrolled through in the normal way. To lis- appear on the display, giving you access to ten to tracks in random order: extra functions and settings such as choice of...
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06 Infotainment Media player Press EXIT to cancel and return to the normal See also www.divx.com/vod for more infor- view (without having made a selection). mation. It is also possible to change chapters by Screen settings pressing on the center console Screen settings can be made (when the vehi- control panel or on the steering wheel key- cle is not moving) for:...
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06 Infotainment Media player NOTE Dual format (double-sided discs) such as DVD Plus or CD-DVD are thicker than nor- mal discs and may not play in your info- tainment system. If a disc containing both CDDA and MP3 tracks is played, all MP3 tracks will be ignored.
Reading USB The text will be displayed partment between the front seats and authorized Volvo service techni- while the system reads the device's folders. ® cian. An auxiliary device, such as an iPod or MP3...
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06 Infotainment AUX/USB sockets sound is unmuted. Pause is also available via Scan buttons on the center console the menu system, select Play/Pause or steering wheel keypad can also be used to For information, see page 260. change tracks/files. External sound sources Random The following symbols are used in the dis- For information, see page 261.
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06 Infotainment AUX/USB sockets USB hub Compatible file formats via the USB A USB hub can be connected to the USB socket socket, making it possible to connect several The following audio and video files are sup- USB devices at the same time. To select one ported by the system when playing a device connected to the USB socket.
® When the Bluetooth function is active and mode's main view will display a shortcut Volvo retailer or at www.volvocars.us. the most recently used device is within range, menu. it is automatically connected. When the info- TUNE: Turn to navigate among menu...
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06 Infotainment ® Bluetooth media Switching to another device Disconnecting an external device Scanning audio files on an external device It is possible to switch among paired The external device is automatically discon- ® nected from the infotainment system if it is Bluetooth devices that are in the vehicle.
Not all cell phones are fully compatible ance could void the user’s authority to oper- with the hands-free system. A list of com- ate the equipment. patible phones is available at your Volvo IC RSS-Gen retailer or at www.volvocars.us This equipment complies with FCC/IC radia-...
06 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection ® Pairing (connecting) external Bluetooth functions in the center steering wheel keypad can be used in the same way. console control panel Bluetooth ® devices OK/MENU: Press to answer an incoming A maximum of 10 cell phones or other devi- call, confirm your selection or access the ces can be paired with the hands-free sys- tem.
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Changing phones or devices phone’s display as My Volvo Car. directions provided. More than one device can be used in the 5. Turn the thumb wheel or TUNE to select vehicle as long as this device has been 5.
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06 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection Making a call Auto answer The hands-free system is also deactivated when the ignition is switched off (or if the 1. Ensure that This function means that incoming calls will is shown at the top of driver’s door is opened).
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06 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection Sound settings In phone mode, the various call lists can be Phone settings Sounds and volume Phone menu Call lists: displayed in Ring signals Ring signal 1, etc. Call volume • All calls Call volume can be only be adjusted during a NOTE •...
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06 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection connected when the contact is saved. – Activate/deactivate this function in phone first letter of the contact's name. For exam- These contacts will be displayed regard- ple, pressing and holding button 6 would pro- Phone menu Phone settings mode in...
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06 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection 1. Turn TUNE to the desired letter and press Press EXIT briefly to erase a single character. Button Function OK/MENU to confirm. The number/letter Press and hold EXIT to erase all of the char- keys on the center console can also be acters that have been entered.
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06 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection Speed dial New contacts can be added in phone mode When all of the contact's information has Save contact been entered, select in the Speed dial numbers can be added in phone Phone menu Phone book menu to save.
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06 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection Phone menu Phone book Clear phone book. NOTE Clearing the entries in the infotainment system's phone book does not delete entries in the cell phone's phone book. ® Bluetooth version information ® For information about the Bluetooth version Phone menu installed in the vehicle, go to...
Voice commands offer convenience and help avoid distractions so that you can concen- trate on driving and focus your attention on road and traffic conditions. Available in vehicles equipped with the Volvo Navigation System* only Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
06 Infotainment Cell phone voice control* • Getting started When giving commands, speak at your This feature can be accessed by pressing the usual speed and in a normal tone of voice MY CAR button in the center console and after the tone turning TUNE.
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06 Infotainment Cell phone voice control* Voice output volume User action The following is a list of features that can be ® voice-controlled with a Bluetooth -connected Begin saying the digits in the phone number. Press MY CAR and go to Settings Voice cell phone.
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06 Infotainment Cell phone voice control* The user initiates the dialogue by saying: Phone dial voice mail Phone > call contact Continue by responding to the system's prompts. Phone call contact Continue by responding to the system's prompts. When calling contacts, keep the following in mind: •...
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Driving recommendations..............284 Refueling....................288 Loading....................293 Cargo area ................... 299 Towing a trailer..................303 Emergency towing................306...
07 During your trip Driving recommendations • • General information Dirty air cleaner Using the transmission's Sport mode may increase fuel consumption some- • Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter Economical driving conserves natural what. Use the transmission's Drive (D) •...
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07 During your trip Driving recommendations Remember that these properties can alter WARNING CAUTION with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in • • Avoid driving through standing or Engine damage will occur if water is the cargo area, the less the tendency to rushing water.
Have a word with a trained and qualified operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the battery. Volvo service technician if you intend to engine has been switched off. drive in countries where it may be difficult Before a long distance trip to obtain the correct fuel.
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07 During your trip Driving recommendations • improves cold-weather starting as well as Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks. decreasing fuel consumption while the • Avoid using de-icing sprays as they can engine is warming up. Full synthetic cause damage to the locks.
"oxygenated" fuel. Deposit control gasoline (detergent loss of emission warranty coverage. State Volvo allows the use of the following "oxy- additives) and local vehicle inspection programs will genated" fuels; however, the octane ratings...
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07 During your trip Refueling Octane rating TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline NOTE Volvo endorses the use of “TOP TIER Deter- Minimum octane When switching to higher octane fuel or gent Gasoline” where available to help main- changing gasoline brands, it may be nec- tain engine performance and reliability.
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Volvo service technician for correction. • If you intend to leave your vehicle while it is being refueled, this feature enables you to lock the doors/tailgate while leaving the fuel filler door unlocked.
If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.
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07 During your trip Refueling help avoid malfunctions that could dam- are fed into a control module that continu- age the three-way catalytic converter. ously monitors engine functions and controls fuel injection. The ratio of fuel to air into the •...
07 During your trip Loading Introduction Power tailgate* WARNING The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is • Stop the engine, put the gear selector determined by factors such as the number of in P, and apply the parking brake passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight when loading or unloading long of any accessories that may be installed, etc.
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07 During your trip Loading Programming the tailgate opening CAUTION WARNING angle Be sure that there is adequate space Be sure that no one is near the tailgate The tailgate's maximum opening angle can above and behind the vehicle before open- when it is opened or closed automatically.
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07 During your trip Loading Cargo area floor rails and hooks tailgate will be released from the electrical The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of system. the vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to help anchor items in the cargo area. •...
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07 During your trip Loading Moving the load anchoring hooks Removing a hook Reinserting a hook Upper illustration: hooks correctly installed, To move a hook, fold it down in the direc- The load-securing hooks can easily be Lower illustration: hooks incorrectly installed tion in which its opening points.
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Loading Grocery bag holder* Roof loads Straps for securing loads Using load carriers Load carriers are available as Volvo accesso- ries. Observe the following points when in use: • To avoid damaging your vehicle and to achieve maximum safety when driving,...
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07 During your trip Loading • The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel consumption will increase with the size of the load. • Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking.
07 During your trip Cargo area Steel cargo grid* Installing the steel cargo grid In order to install the steel grid, the rear seat backrests must be completely folded down, see page 95 for instructions. NOTE • The steel cargo grid is easiest to install by two people, and should be folded down.
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07 During your trip Cargo area Cargo area cover* Cargo net* 3. Press both sides of the cover until they click into place . The red mark will no longer be visible. 4. Check that both ends of the cover are securely locked in place.
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07 During your trip Cargo area With the backrests upright Removing the cargo net cassettes The two-sections of the net are attached to the rear side of the rear seat backrest. The The net is pulled up from the cassette and 1.
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07 During your trip Cargo area The cargo net(s) can also be pulled up from the backrest when the cargo area cover is pulled out. The straps for pulling up the cargo net are located at the arrows in the illustration. Follow the same procedure as for using the nets with the backrests upright.
Introduction watched when driving in hot climates or WARNING hilly terrain. Use a lower gear and turn off Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer • Bumper-attached trailer hitches must the air conditioner if the temperature hitches that are specially designed for the not be used on Volvos, nor should gauge needle enters the red range.
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2. Slide the ball holder into the hitch assem- has 7 pins. Use an adapter cable approved bly. by Volvo. Make sure the cable does not drag on the ground. Check with your retailer for availability of the Volvo accessory trailer hitch...
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07 During your trip Towing a trailer Function How TSA works A vehicle towing a trailer may begin to sway Once swaying has begun, it can be very diffi- for various reasons. Normally this only occurs cult to stop, which makes it difficult to control at high speeds but, for example, if the trailer the vehicle and trailer.
07 During your trip Emergency towing Towing eyelet There are two different types of covers WARNING over the openings for the towing eyelet • When the vehicle is being towed, the and they have to be opened differently. ignition should be in mode II (in mode •...
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The vehicle should always be towed in Call for professional help from an authorized the forward direction. • Please check with state and local towing company. Volvo recommends the use • Vehicles with All Wheel Drive (AWD)* authorities before attempting this type of flat bed equipment.
If the tires are rotated, they should a risk of altering the car's roadholding and only be moved from front to rear or Some Volvo models are equipped with an handling characteristics. vice versa. They should never be rota- Ultra High Performance tire and wheel ted left to right/right to left.
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08 Wheels and tires General information Summer and winter tires with less than 1/16" (1.6 mm) tread offer very process. The temporary spare should also poor traction. be replaced at 6-year intervals, even if it has never been used. When replacing worn tires, it is recommended that the tire be identical in type (radial) and A tire's age can be determined by the DOT size as the one being replaced.
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The tires with the most tread should WARNING always be at the rear (to reduce the risk of • The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo skidding). are specified to meet stringent stability • Contact a Volvo workshop if you are and handling requirements.
08 Wheels and tires Tire inflation Inflation placard NOTE WARNING • • The placards shown indicate inflation Under-inflation is the most common pressure for the tires installed on the cause of tire failure and may result in vehicle at the factory only. severe tire cracking, tread separation, or "blow-out,"...
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08 Wheels and tires Tire inflation After driving a distance of approximately 3. Replace the valve cap. NOTE 1 mile (1.6 km), the tires are considered to be • If you overfill the tire, release air by hot. If you have to drive farther than this dis- CAUTION pushing on the metal stem in the cen- tance to pump your tire(s), check and record...
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08 Wheels and tires Tire inflation Load ratings See page 317 for an explanation of the load rating on the sidewall of the tire.
Tire inflation pressure table The following tire pressures are recommended by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to the tire inflation placard (see page 313 for its location) for informa- tion specific to the tires installed on your vehicle at the factory.
08 Wheels and tires Tire designations Information on the sidewall 1. 215: the width of the tire (in millimeters) 7. M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. The Terrain, AS = All Season larger the number, the wider the tire.
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08 Wheels and tires Tire designations 10. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in pounds and kilograms that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the vehicle's tire information placard located on the B- Pillar for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle.
41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for • Recommended tire inflation pressure: Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pres- inflation pressure, established by Volvo, sure beyond this pressure will not which is based on the type of tires that increase the tire's load carrying capabil- are mounted on a vehicle at the factory.
08 Wheels and tires Vehicle loading Loads Permissible axle weight 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding The maximum allowable weight that can be Properly loading your vehicle will provide in your vehicle. carried by a single axle (front or rear).
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Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the tires that were original equipment on the vehicle because this will lower the vehicle's GVW rating. Use only tires with the correct load carrying capacity. Consult your Volvo retailer for informa- tion.
08 Wheels and tires Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grading information test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire WARNING marked C may have poor traction perform- ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST The temperature grade for this tire is ance. The traction grade assigned to this tire CONFORM TO FEDERAL SAFETY established for a tire that is properly infla- is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction...
Check local regulations regarding the • It is important to install winter tires on all use of snow chains before installing. Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with four wheels to help retain traction during the following restrictions: •...
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer. WARNING Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement for a punctured tire.
WARNING • The tire sealing system's compressor has After using the tire sealing system, the been tested and approved by Volvo. vehicle should not be driven farther than approximately 120 miles (200 km). The 12-volt sockets are located in the front •...
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08 Wheels and tires Tire Sealing System* • Tire sealing system–overview Inhalation: Move the exposed person WARNING to fresh air. If irritation persists, get Please keep the following points in mind medical attention. when using the tire sealing system: • Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting •...
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Once in place, clearly visible to the driver. the bottle cannot be unscrewed. This must be done by a trained and qualified Volvo Temporarily repairing a flat tire is done in two 2. Ensure that the on/off switch is in posi- service technician.
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In this occurs. Contact a towing service or case, the hole is too large to be sealed and WARNING Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance if the vehicle should not be driven. applicable. The vehicle´s engine should be running when the tire sealing system is used to 10.
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Volvo service technician to have the The compressor should not be used for to a Volvo retailer or a recycling station bottle removed and properly disposed more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid that can properly dispose of harmful overheating.
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08 Wheels and tires Tire Sealing System* Inflating tires WARNING CAUTION The tire sealing system can be used to inflate • The compressor should not be used for The vehicle’s engine should be running the tires. To do so: more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid when the tire sealing system is used to overheating.
08 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel Removing a wheel After use WARNING The foam block and spare wheel must be Current legislation prohibits the use of the replaced in the reverse order. Note the arrow “Temporary Spare” tire other than as a on the upper foam block.
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08 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel Jack attachment points 7. There are two jack attachment points on each side of the vehicle. Position the jack Lug wrench and towing eyelet 6. With the vehicle still on the ground, use correctly in the attachment (see the illus- 5.
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08 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel 3. Install the wheel nuts and tighten hand- WARNING NOTE tight. Using the lug wrench, tighten cross- • The jack provided with your vehicle is The jack must correctly engage the wise until all nuts are snug. intended to be used only in temporary sit- jack attachment.
08 Wheels and tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Introduction and may affect the vehicle's handling and NOTE stopping ability. If a fault occurs in TPMS, the tire pressure NOTE Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute warning light will flash for approximately for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driv- Tire press.
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• If the vehicle is equipped with a tempo- this chapter or consult your Volvo retailer. • After pumping the tires, always rein- rary spare tire, this tire does not have a stall the valve cap to help avoid dam- TPMS sensor.
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In certain cases, it may be necessary to reca- 1. Switch off the engine. Drive carefully; it may be difficult to determine librate TPMS to conform to Volvo's recom- which tire is damaged. To find the damaged 2. Put the ignition in mode I or II (see page...
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08 Wheels and tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) WARNING • SST tires should only be mounted by service technicians who are familiar with tires of this type. • SST tires may only be mounted on vehicles equipped with TPMS. •...
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Volvo maintenance................340 Maintaining your car................341 Hood and engine compartment............344 Engine oil....................346 Fluids..................... 348 Replacing bulbs..................350 Wiper blades and washer fluid.............. 356 Battery....................359 Fuses..................... 363 Vehicle care................... 374...
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M A I N T E N A N C E A N D S P E C I F I C A T I O N S...
Refer to your Warranty and Service be performed by a qualified technician. To Canadian regulations, the following list of Records Information booklet for a keep your Volvo in top condition, specify warranties is provided. comprehensive service and mainte- time-tested and proven Genuine Volvo Parts nance schedule up to 150,000 miles •...
Wipe driver information displays with a soft cloth. • Visually inspect battery terminals for cor- rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose terminal connector, or a battery near the end of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo retailer for additional information.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Maintaining your car Hoisting the vehicle Emission inspection readiness How do states use OBD II for emission If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, it should be placed: inspections? What is an Onboard Diagnostic System Many states connect a computer directly to a Front: under either of the two reinforced (OBD II)?
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OBD II system to "ready" for inspection. Two half-hour trips of mixed stop-and- go/highway driving are typically needed to allow OBD II to reach readiness. Your Volvo retailer can provide you with more information on planning a trip. • Maintain your vehicle in accordance with...
09 Maintenance and specifications Hood and engine compartment Opening and closing the hood Engine compartment, overview Engine compartment - 4-cylinder engines only Filler cap-engine oil Coolant expansion tank Coolant expansion tank Power steering fluid reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir Dipstick-engine oil Radiator Filler cap-engine oil Brake fluid reservoir...
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09 Maintenance and specifications Hood and engine compartment WARNING The cooling fan (located at the front of the engine compartment, behind the radiator) may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off. WARNING Before performing any operations in the engine compartment, the ignition should...
• Oil that is lower than the specified quality can damage the engine. • Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives. • Always add oil of the same type and viscosity as already used.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Engine oil 3. Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to the MIN mark, add approximately 0.5 US quarts (0.5 liters) of oil. 4. Recheck the level and add more oil if necessary until the level is near the MAX mark.
MIN and changed. If the system must be drained, con- MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there sult a trained and qualified Volvo service can be high local temperatures in the technician. engine which could result in damage.
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MIN and MAX marks. For display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car capacities and recommended fluid grade, see towed to a trained and qualified Volvo page 389. service technician and have the brake system inspected.
The following bulbs should only be replaced fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers not mentioned in this section, please by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech- vaporize in the heat and will leave a contact your Volvo retailer or a trained...
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09 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Headlight housing Removing the cover to access the CAUTION bulbs The entire headlight housing must be lifted When disconnecting the connector, pull on out when replacing all front bulbs. the connector itself and not on the wiring. Removing the headlight housing Unplug the wiring connector by holding down the clip with your thumb.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Low beam, Halogen High beam, Halogen Extra high beam 1. Remove the headlight housing from the 1. Remove the headlight housing from the 1. Remove the headlight housing from the vehicle (see page 350). vehicle (see page 350).
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09 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Front side marker lights Turn signals Location of taillight bulbs Taillight lens, right side 1. Remove the headlight housing from the 1. Remove the headlight housing from the Parking light (LEDs) vehicle. vehicle (see page 350). Brake light (LEDs) 2.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Taillight housing, turn signal License plate lighting Cargo area lighting The turn signal bulb in the taillight cluster is 1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver. 1. Insert a screwdriver and gently turn so replaced from inside the cargo area.
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Low beam (halo- H11 LL gen) NOTE High beam (hal- ogen) Please consult a Volvo retailer’s Parts department for the most up-to-date bulb Rear turn signals PY21W SV specifications. 1. Insert a flat screwdriver under the glass Front turn sig-...
09 Maintenance and specifications Wiper blades and washer fluid Wiper blades Replacing the windshield wiper blades 1. Insert the remote key into the ignition slot and press the START/STOP Service position ENGINE button briefly to put the ignition in mode I (see page 89 for detailed infor- mation about the ignition modes).
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09 Maintenance and specifications Wiper blades and washer fluid 4. Press the wipers back against the wind- 2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at shield. the arrow). To return the wipers from the service position 3. Pull out the blade to release it from the to the normal position, fold the wipers back wiper arm.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Wiper blades and washer fluid filled with windshield washer solvent contain- ing antifreeze. For capacities, see page 389.
The infotainment system's energy-saving environmentally responsible manner. Con- feature may not function correctly or at all, sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery and/or a message may be displayed if a See the owner's manual. to a recycling station.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Battery • Never disconnect the battery when the WARNING CAUTION engine is running, or when the key is in • • Never expose the battery to open Always use distilled or deionized water the ignition. This could damage the vehi- flame or electric spark.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Battery WARNING WARNING Connect and disconnect the positive and PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! negative cables in the correct sequence. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead com- pounds, chemicals known to the state of Removal California to cause cancer and reproduc- Switch off the ignition, remove the remote key...
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09 Maintenance and specifications Battery 6. Connect the black negative cable. 7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal). 8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal). 9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with the clips. (See Removal).
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electri- Engine compartment cold zone (Start/ cal system inspected by a trained and quali- Stop only) fied Volvo service technician. WARNING Never use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the following pages.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Engine compartment...
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ABS valves circuit breakers and should only be cargo compartment removed or replaced by a trained and Headlight washers qualified Volvo service technician. Circuit breaker: central electrical module • Fuses 16 – 33 and 35 – 41 may be Active Bending Lights- under the glove com- changed at any time when necessary.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Function Function Heated washer noz- Relay-coils A/C, relay A/C compressor (5-/6- zles* coils in engine com- cyl. engines), engine partment cold zone for valves, engine control Start/Stop module (6-cyl. engines), solenoids (6- Lighting panel Starter motor relay cyl.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Fuel leakage detection (5-/6-cyl. engines), control module for radiator shutter (5-cyl. engines) Fuel leakage detection, A/C relay (4-cyl. engines) Coolant pump (4-cyl. engines) Cooling fan 60 (4/5- cyl. engines) 80 (6-cyl. engines) Power steering This position is not used on vehicles with the optional Start/Stop function, refer to the table "Engine compart- ment cold zone"...
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09 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Under the glove compartment Fusebox A: General fuses Positions: fusebox A Function Function Fusebox B: Control module fuses Fold aside the upholstery covering the fuse- Circuit breaker for the info- boxes. 12-volt socket (cargo area) tainment system and for fuses 16-20 1.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Function Function Keyless drive* Heated rear seat* (driver's Instrument panel side) Power driver's seat* Adaptive cruise control/colli- sion warning* Power front passenger's seat* Heated front passenger's Courtesy lighting, rain sensor* seat* Steering wheel module Heated driver's seat* Infotainment system control Cental locking: fuel filler door...
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09 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Airbag system, occupant weight sensor Collision warning system* Accelerator pedal sensor, auto-dim mirror function, heated rear seats* Brake lights Power moonroof* Immobilizer Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Cargo area Located behind the upholstery on the left side of the cargo area Positions Function Function Function Trailer socket 1* Electric parking brake (left side) Electric parking brake (right side) Heated rear window Trailer socket 2* Power tailgate* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Fuses A1, A2 and 1–11 are relays/circuit breakers and should only be removed or Circuit breaker: central elec- Circuit breaker: fusebox B replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo trical module in the engine under the glove compartment service technician.
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09 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Circuit breaker: fusebox A under the glove compartment (see page 368) Circuit breaker: central elec- trical module in the cargo area Climate system blower – – – – Starter motor relay Internal diode Auxiliary battery Central electrical module: auxiliary battery reference voltage, auxiliary battery...
Washing the car considerably and also helps prolong the Exterior components service life of the wiper blades. Volvo recommends the use of special clean- The following points should be kept in mind • ing products, available at your Volvo retailer,...
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These coat- ings have not been tested by Volvo for Polishing and waxing compatibility with your vehicle's clear coat. CAUTION •...
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• Leather should be allowed to breath. conditioning your vehicle's leather two to four Never cover the steering wheel with a times a year. Ask your Volvo retailer about plastic protector. Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather Soft- •...
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Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent. For best protection in Type 1 (ink, wine, coffee, milk, sweat or winter, Volvo recommends the use of Volvo blood) rubber floor mats. Consult your Volvo retailer. –...
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09 Maintenance and specifications Vehicle care Repairing stone chips Minor stone chips and scratches Material: • Primer – can • Paint – touch-up pen • Brush • Masking tape If the stone chip has not gone down to the bare metal and an undamaged color coat remains, you can add paint immediately after removing dirt.
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Label information.................. 382 Specifications..................384 Overview of information and warning symbols........391 Volvo programs..................394...
10 Specifications Label information Location of labels...
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(FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Vehicle Emission Control Information. Ministry of Transport (CMVSS) stand- Your Volvo is designed to meet all appli- ards (Canada). Your Volvo is designed to cable emission standards, as evidenced meet all applicable safety standards, as...
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Oil additives must not be used. CAUTION Volvo recommends: Oil viscosity 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life extreme driving conditions. under normal use. SAE 5W-30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protection.
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Power steering Power steering fluid WSS M2C204-A2 or equivalent product. Washer fluid 6.8 US qts (6.5 liters) Use a washer antifreeze recommended by Volvo, mixed with water. 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters Fuel tank volume 18.5 US gallons (70 liters) See page 289 for fuel recommendations Under normal driving conditions the transmission oil does not need changing during its service life.
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10 Specifications Specifications Electrical system 12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alter- General information nator. Single pole system in which the chas- sis and engine block are used as conductors. WARNING The negative terminal is connected to the chassis. PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead com- pounds, chemicals known to the state of...
10 Specifications Overview of information and warning symbols Introduction Symbols in the main instrument panel Indicator symbols in the instrument panel The symbols in the vehicle's various displays Warning symbols in the instrument are divided into three main categories: Symbol Description panel •...
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10 Specifications Overview of information and warning symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Pg. no. Symbol Description Pg. no. Camera sensor, 182175 Driver Alert System* laser sensor (Lane Departure Left turn signal indicator Warning) Right turn signal indica- Collision Warning Driver Alert System* with Full Auto-brake (Lane Departure and Pedestrian...
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10 Specifications Overview of information and warning symbols Symbol Description Bluetooth hands-free HD radio Park Assist* Information symbols in the ceiling console Symbol Description Seat belt reminder Occupant Weight Sensor Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
10 Specifications Volvo programs Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON CALL roadside assistance. Additional infor- mation, features, and benefits are described in a separate information package in your glove compartment. If you require assistance, dial: In the U.S.
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11 Index Motor oil Overheating, engine........84 Power steering checking..........346 adjustable........... 232 Oxygen sensors, heated......292 volumes..........389 fluid............. 349 MY CAR........... 209 Power steering fluid......... 389 Power tailgate.......... 293 Power windows........110 Paint, touching up........377 laminated glass........111 Park assist........
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11 Index Rear seats Remote key/PCC use during pregnancy......20 center head restraint......93 common functions........ 61 using............. 18 folding........... 93 Reporting safety defects......17 Seats, front.......... 90, 91 heated..........219 Roadside Assistance....... 394 Sensus............. 206 Rearview mirror Road sign information (RSI)..... 154 Shiftlock............