Summary of Contents for Volvo 2016 s60 inscription
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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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We encour- drive. age you to familiarize yourself with the equipment Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable fed- descriptions and operating instructions in this eral safety and emission standards. If you have manual.
Volvo and the environment....... 22 Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags..39 Important warnings........23 Inflatable Curtain (IC)........ 41 Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance..24 Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)..41 Technician certification......24 Crash mode – general information.... 43 Crash mode – starting the vehicle.... 44 Crash mode –...
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Information displays – indicator symbols. 62 programming..........92 Instrument and "theater" lighting....80 Information displays – warning symbols... 64 Volvo Sensus..........95 Parking lights..........80 My Car – introduction....... 66 Information display – menu controls..96 Rear fog lights........... 80 Information displays –...
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Contents 04 Climate 05 Loading and storage 06 Locks and alarm Climate – general information....107 Storage spaces........119 Remote key and key blade..... 124 Climate – sensors........107 Tunnel console........119 Remote key – loss........124 Air quality..........108 Tunnel console –...
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Contents 07 Driver support Alarm indicator........137 Active chassis* (Four C)......141 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – Queue Assist............157 Alarm – arming/disarming....... 137 Stability system – introduction....141 Radar sensor........... 159 Alarm signal..........138 Stability system – operation....142 Adaptive Cruise Control –...
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Contents 08 Starting and driving Collision warning* – limitations....181 Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – intro- Starting the engine........211 duction............ 201 The camera’s limitations......183 Switching off the engine......213 Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – func- Collision warning – troubleshooting..184 Engine Remote Start (ERS)* –...
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Contents 09 Wheels and tires Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....230 Tires – general information...... 249 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – changing wheels........267 Brake lights..........231 Tires – storage and age......250 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA)..231 Tires –...
01 Introduction • On-board owner's manual Quick Guide : A selection of articles cov- Searching for information ering commonly used functions. The owner's manual can be displayed on the center console screen and you can carry out Select the symbol in the lower right-hand cor- searches for the information that you require.
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01 Introduction Press EXIT briefly to erase a single character. Quick Guide 3. To switch from letter entry mode to the Press and hold EXIT to erase all characters. entry mode for numbers or special char- This is a selection of articles that will help you acters, or to go view surf history, turn become familiar with some of the vehicle's Pressing a number key on the center console...
Turn TUNE to navigate among the links or vehicle's features and functions. The printed Volvo Cars of North America, LLC scroll in an article. When you have scrolled to owner's manual supplements the on-board...
01 Introduction • About this manual Favorites : Quick access to frequently NOTE read articles. Reading your owner's manual is a good way The owner's manual mobile app can be • Quick Guide to familiarize yourself with the features and : A selection of articles cov- downloaded at www.volvocars.com.
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01 Introduction Risk of injury Risk of damage to the vehicle Information G031590 Black ISO symbols on a yellow warning back- White ISO symbols and white text/image on a White ISO symbols and white text/image on a ground, white text/image on a black back- black or blue warning background and space black background.
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Bullet lists NOTE information Bullets are used to differentiate a number of • Do not export your Volvo to another components/functions/points of information Procedures country before investigating that coun- that can be listed in random order. Procedures (step-by-step instructions), or...
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ABS control module. This is normal. certain products of component wear con- • Volvo reserves the right to make model tain or emit chemicals known to the State changes at any time, or to change speci- Fuel filler door...
Volvo Structural Parts Statement Volvo will not contribute to spreading the Volvo Cars of Canada above-mentioned information to third parties Volvo has always been and continues to be a National Customer Service without the consent of the vehicle’s owner. leader in automotive safety.
Contacting Volvo (p. 13) in most markets. Contact Contact information for customer support and the nearest Volvo retailer are available on the site. Related information • About this manual (p. 14) QR code to the support site •...
About this manual (p. 14) this product by VCC / or for as long as VCC offers spare parts or customer support. These services vary and may be subject to change. Consult your Volvo retailer. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Volvo and the environment ® mental refinement of conventional gasoline- powered internal combustion engines, Volvo Volvo is committed to the well being of its is actively looking at advanced technology customers. As a natural part of this commit- alternative-fuel vehicles.
Your new and use your programmed presets to vehicle. Volvo is, or can be, equipped with many fea- make radio use quicker and simpler. • Damage caused by unapproved or ture-rich entertainment and communication •...
01 Introduction Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance Technician certification Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo CALL roadside assistance. supports certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.). Additional information, features, and benefits...
Our concern for safety dates back to 1927 • Take a driver-retraining course. On our website, select the tab YOUR VOLVO when the first Volvo rolled off the production • Have your eyes checked regularly. and the heading RECALL INFORMATION will line.
Washington D.C. 20590. death, you should immediately inform Trans- vehicle. You can also obtain other informa- port Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Reporting safety defects in the U.S. Cars of Canada Corp. tion about motor vehicle safety from If you believe that your vehicle has a http://www.safercar.gov, where you...
Check seat belt mechanism the shoulder belt portion of the three- Volvo also believes no child should sit in the function as follows: attach the seat belt and point belt system will have a detrimen- front seat of a vehicle.
02 Safety Seat belts – buckling/unbuckling Related information NOTE • Seat belt reminder (p. 30) Seat belts should be used by all occupants in Each seat belt (except for the driver's belt) • the vehicle when it is in motion. Seat belts –...
02 Safety Seat belt reminder Seat belts – pregnancy can be erased by pressing the OK button on the left steering wheel lever. The seat belt reminder is intended to alert all The seat belt should always be worn during •...
(p. 36), and inflatable cur- As an enhancement to the three-point seat tains (p. 41). All of these systems are moni- belts (p. 28), your Volvo is equipped with a Related information tored by the SRS control module. An SRS Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
Never try to repair any component or result in serious injury. Have the vehicle part of the SRS yourself. Any interfer- towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for repairs. ence in the system could cause mal- function and serious injury. All work on...
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02 Safety collisions where rapid deceleration The location of the front airbags is indicated WARNING by SRS AIRBAG embossed on the steering occurs. • The airbags in the vehicle are designed wheel pad and above the glove compartment, • The SRS (p. 31) sensors, which trigger to be a SUPPLEMENT to–not a and by decals on both sun visors and on the the front airbags, are designed to react to...
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The fact that they hang out can impair www.volvocars.com/ca fire. the steering of your vehicle. Other • Volvo's front airbags use special sen- safety systems can also be damaged. sors that are integrated with the front • The smoke and dust formed when the seat buckles.
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Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not on side dashboard. This should only be the dash, seat or out of the window. Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visors done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occu- pants.
SRS system and Occupant of the seat for a period of time, Weight Sensor should be inspected by a Disabling the passenger's side front trained and qualified Volvo service techni- • airbag a child or a small person occupies the cian as soon as possible.
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This condition reflects limitations of the OWS Volvo recommends that children always be properly restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats. classification capability. It does not indicate Do not assume that the passenger's side front airbag is OWS malfunction.
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In Canada weight could cause the OWS system pant of the front passenger's seat: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. to enable the airbag, which might • The full weight of the front seat pas-...
02 Safety Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags WARNING As an enhancement to the structural side • Do not place any type of object on the impact protection built into your vehicle, it is front passenger's seat in such a way also equipped with Side Impact Protection that jamming, pressing, or squeezing System (SIPS) airbags.
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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...
• Never try to open or repair any compo- nents of the IC system. This should be done only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • Never hang heavy items from the ceil- ing handles. This could impede...
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Volvo service technician, • The WHIPS system is designed to even if the seats appear to be undam- function in certain collisions from the aged.
02 Safety Crash mode – general information Related information WARNING • Seat belts – general (p. 28) After a collision, the functionality of some of • Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind the vehicle's systems may be reduced as a the front seats could impede the func- safety precaution.
General information vehicle may be moved carefully from its pres- All states and provinces have legislation gov- Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint ent position, if for example, it is blocking traf- erning how and where children should be car- systems (p.
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When a child has outgrown the child safety • seat, you should use the rear seat with the Why does Volvo believe that no child should Infant seats (p. 49) standard seat belt fastened. The best way to sit in the front seat of a car? It's quite simple •...
02 Safety Child restraints Suitable child restraints should always be used when children travel in the vehicle. Child restraint systems Convertible seat Booster cushion WARNING WARNING A child seat should never be used in the Always refer to the child restraint manufac- front passenger seat of any vehicle with a turer's instructions for detailed information Infant seat...
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Volvo recom- mends that children up to age 4 travel, WARNING properly restrained, facing rearward. In...
02 Safety Infant seats WARNING Suitable child restraints should always be A child seat should never be used in the used when children (depending on their age/ front passenger seat of any vehicle with a size) are seated in the vehicle. front passenger airbag –...
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02 Safety 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.
(depending on their age/ siderable part of its total weight and its size) are seated in the vehicle. neck is still very weak. Volvo recom- mends that children up to age 4 travel, Securing a convertible seat with a seat properly restrained, facing rearward.
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02 Safety 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.
02 Safety Booster cushions Related information 3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch • plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct Child safety (p. 45) Booster cushions should be properly posi- click is audible. • tioned in the vehicle. Child restraints (p.
Related information WARNING • Child safety (p. 45) Lower anchors for ISOFIX/LATCH-equipped Volvo's ISOFIX/LATCH anchors conform to • child seats are located in the rear, outboard Child restraints (p. 47) FMVSS/CMVSS standards. Always refer to seats, hidden below the backrest cushions.
Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIX/ turer. LATCH lower anchors • Volvo recommends that the top tether anchors be used when installing a for- WARNING ward-facing child restraint. • Be sure to fasten the attachment cor- •...
02 Safety Child safety locks ing severe injuries should a collision occur. Manual child safety locks • Do not install rear speakers that require the removal of the top tether Child safety locks – rear doors anchors or interfere with the proper The controls are located on the rear door use of the top tether strap.
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I N S T R U M E N T S A N D C O N T R O L S...
03 Instruments and controls Instrument overview Information displays – introduction More detailed information can be found in the descriptions of the functions that use the This overview shows the location of the The displays show information on some of the information displays.
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03 Instruments and controls Tachometer: Shows engine speed in See also Trip computer – introduction Speedometer thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm) (p. 98) and Refueling – fuel require- Tachometer (engine speed in thousands ments (p. 239) for additional information. Gear indicator: Shows the currently of revolutions per minute (rpm)) selected gear...
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03 Instruments and controls Power Meter (see Eco Guide* and Power Some of the symbols shown may not be Meter* (p. 61)). available in all markets or models. Gear indicator: Shows the currently Related information selected gear • Instrument overview (p. 58) •...
03 Instruments and controls Eco Guide* and Power Meter* Average The average reading changes gradually Eco guide and Power guide are two gauges in according to changes in the current reading the instrument panel that help improve driving to indicate how economically the vehicle has economy.
03 Instruments and controls Information displays – indicator Available power Symbol Description symbols The smaller, upper indicator shows the Left turn signal indicator engine's available power . The higher the The indicator symbols alert the driver when reading on the scale, the greater the amount certain functions are activated, that a system of power remaining in the current gear.
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Volvo service technician for inspection, see Brakes – general (p. 228) for additional infor- The information symbol may also illuminate The malfunction indicator light will illuminate if mation.
If the oil level is normal and the light symbols stays on after restart, have the vehicle towed The symbol illuminates when the engine has to the nearest trained and qualified Volvo auto-stopped. The warning lights alert the driver that an service technician.
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DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle off the engine. Engine overheating can result from low oil or towed to a trained and qualified Volvo coolant levels, towing or hard driving at high 2. Restart the engine. service technician and have the brake heat and altitude, or mechanical malfunction.
03 Instruments and controls My Car – introduction Reminder – doors not closed If one of the doors is not closed properly, the The MY CAR menu system provides access information or warning symbol illuminates to menus for operating many of the vehicle's (depending on the vehicle's speed), a graphic functions, such as setting the clock, door mir- will be displayed in instrument panel and an...
03 Instruments and controls Information displays – ambient Information displays – trip odometer MY CAR: opens the MY CAR menu sys- temperature sensor and clock tem. OK/MENU: Press the button on the cen- The trip odometers and clock are ter console or the thumb wheel on the displayed in the instrument panel.
03 Instruments and controls Inserting/removing remote key Trip odometers Clock The remote key is used to start the engine or to use various electrical functions without starting the engine. Inserting and removing the remote key Clock, digital instrument panel* Trip odometer Display Odometer display Setting the clock...
03 Instruments and controls Ignition modes Removing the remote key Mode Function The remote key can be removed from the The vehicle's ignition has 3 modes: 0, I, and II The odometer, clock and tem- ignition slot by pulling it out. that can be used without starting the engine.
03 Instruments and controls Front seats Front seats – folding backrest* Ignition mode II – With the remote key fully pressed into the The front seats can be adjusted in a number The front passenger's seat backrest can be , press START/STOP ignition slot of ways to help provide the most comfortable folded down to make it easier to transport...
03 Instruments and controls Operation Without releasing the catches, push the Front seats – power seat backrest forward. The power seat(s) can be adjusted for a short NOTE period after unlocking the door with the Move the seat as far forward as possible remote control without the key in the ignition so that the head restraint slides under the •...
03 Instruments and controls Key memory – power driver's seat* Button for storing a position NOTE and door mirrors M (memory) button As a safety precaution, the seat will stop Each remote key has a memory that enables it automatically if the button is released to store (remember) the position of the power Programming the seat's memory before the seat has reached the preset...
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03 Instruments and controls Storing the positions of the power 1. Unlock the driver's door with the same Emergency stop remote key (the one used to lock the driver's seat/mirrors in the remote key doors). For models equipped with the WARNING 1.
03 Instruments and controls Rear seats – head restraints Rear seats – folding backrest WARNING The rear seat head restraints can be folded The rear seat head restraints and backrests For safety reasons, no one should be down. The center head restraint can be can be folded down.
03 Instruments and controls Steering wheel Electrically heated* steering wheel 3. Push back the lever to lock the steering wheel in place. If the lever is difficult to The steering wheel can be adjusted to various The steering wheel can be heated electrically. push into place, press the steering wheel positions and has controls for the horn, cruise lightly at the same time as you push the...
(p. 80)) the MY CAR menu system under Settings Headlight switch Car settings Light settings Daytime Volvo recommends using the posi- running lights. tion whenever possible. Headlight switch positions Daytime running lights function as follows: The parking lights will be on in this position, even if the ignition is switched off.
03 Instruments and controls High/low beam headlights Active high beams (AHB)* Switch AHB on or off by pulling the left steer- ing wheel lever rearward (toward the steering When the engine is started, the low beams AHB uses a camera at the upper edge of the wheel) as far as possible and releasing it.
03 Instruments and controls Tunnel detection (models with the rain Models with a digital instrument panel CAUTION sensor* only) When AHB is activated, will illuminate In the following situations, it may be nec- as a white symbol in the instrument panel. For models without automatic low beams, essary to switch between high and low When the high beams are on, the symbol will...
The auxiliary lights must be connected to the The system is failure not functioning vehicle's electrical system, which should only be done by a trained and authorized Volvo Service properly and service technician. See My Car – introduction required should be inspected/ (p.
03 Instruments and controls Instrument and "theater" lighting Parking lights Rear fog lights The rear fog lights are considerably brighter Turn the headlight switch to the posi- Instrument lighting than the normal taillights and should be used tion (the license plate lighting comes on at the Illumination of the display and instrument only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, same time).
03 Instruments and controls Hazard warning flashers Turn signals NOTE The hazard warning flasher should be used to The turn signals are controlled by the left • The rear fog lights are considerably indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic steering wheel lever.
03 Instruments and controls Front interior lighting Overhead courtesy lighting Related information • The passenger compartment lighting is Rear interior lighting (p. 83) The lighting in the front part of the passenger switched on and off automatically when but- compartment is controlled with the buttons in ton (3) is in the neutral position.
03 Instruments and controls Rear interior lighting Home safe lighting Approach lighting The lights are switched on or off by pressing When you leave your vehicle at night, you can Approach lighting activates the parking lights, each respective button. make use of the home safe lighting function door mirror lights, license plate lighting, dome to illuminate the area in front of the vehicle.
03 Instruments and controls Windshield wipers Rain sensor* Continuous wiping The wipers operate at normal Move the lever toward the steering wheel to The rain sensor automatically regulates wiper speed. start the windshield and headlight washers. speed according to the amount of water on After the lever is released the wipers make the windshield.
03 Instruments and controls Windshield washer Deactivating CAUTION Deactivate the rain sensor by pressing the Move the lever toward the steering wheel to • Use ample washer fluid when washing button or press the lever down to start the windshield and headlight washers. the windshield.
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 Instruments and controls Power door mirrors Storing the position* NOTE The mirror positions are stored in the key The control on the driver's door is used to • Movement of the windows will stop if memory when the vehicle has been locked adjust the position of the door mirrors.
03 Instruments and controls Power door mirrors – automatic Tilting the door mirrors when parking* Home safe and approach lighting tilting/retraction The door mirrors can be tilted down to help The light on the door mirrors comes on when give the driver a better view along the sides of approach lighting or home safe lighting is The control on the driver's door is used to the vehicle, for example when parallel park-...
03 Instruments and controls Heated windshield*, rear window and Resetting to neutral Climate settings Automatic rear door mirror defrosters Mirrors that have been moved out of position defroster. See My Car – introduction (p. 66) by an external force must be electrically reset for a description of the menu system.
03 Instruments and controls Interior rearview mirror Digital compass* 2. Start the vehicle. The interior rearview mirror has an auto-dim The rear-view mirror has an integrated display NOTE function that helps reduce glare from follow- that shows the compass direction in which ing vehicle's headlights.
03 Instruments and controls 9. Vehicles with an electrically heated ® 3. Press the button repeatedly until the HomeLink Wireless Control System* windshield:* if is displayed when the number for the required geographic area – introduction heating function is activated, perform (1 –...
03 Instruments and controls ®19 ® questions, contact HomeLink at: HomeLink Wireless Control System* The HomeLink Wireless Control System www.homelink.com/www.youtube.com/ provides a convenient way to replace up to – programming HomeLinkGentex or by phoning the hotline at three hand-held radio-frequency (RF) trans- The HomeLink Wireless Control System pro- 1–800–355–3515.
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03 Instruments and controls 3. Firmly press, hold for five seconds and 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the release the programmed HomeLink but- chosen HomeLink and hand-held trans- mitter buttons until the HomeLink indica- ton up to two separate times to activate tor light changes from a slow to a rapidly the door.
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03 Instruments and controls Gate Operator/Canadian Programming 1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink interference that may be received including buttons until the indicator light begins to interference that may cause undesired opera- Canadian radio-frequency laws require trans- flash. tion.
Vehicle-related settings - MY CAR. driving and operating the vehicle, such as City Safety, lock and alarm functions, auto- Volvo Sensus is the core of the contact inter- Internet connected vehicle. matic blower speed, setting the clock, etc. face with your vehicle. Sensus provides infor- mation, entertainment and offers access to Climate system.
03 Instruments and controls Information display – menu controls Information display – menu overview The controls on the left steering wheel lever The menus displayed depend on the current are used to access the menus (p. 96) that ignition mode (p. 69). are displayed in the instrument panel (p.
Time for Time for regular service at are used to scroll among messages displayed engine as soon as possi- regular an authorized Volvo work- engine in the instrument panel and to confirm selec- ble. Serious risk of dam- mainte- shop. The timing is deter- tions.
03 Instruments and controls Trip computer – introduction Related information The instrument panel illuminates as soon as • the vehicle is unlocked and trip computer set- Information displays – introduction (p. 58) The content and appearance of the trip com- tings can be made.
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03 Instruments and controls Trip computer – functions, analog OK–press to access the trip computer's 1. Ensure that none of the trip computer instrument panel functions or acknowledge/confirm/erase controls are being used in a command a message sequence; reset them by pressing RESET twice.
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03 Instruments and controls 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 – km/h ENTER.
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03 Instruments and controls 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...
03 Instruments and controls Trip computer – functions, digital OK–press to access the trip computer's 1. Ensure that none of the trip computer instrument panel functions or to activate a selection controls are being used in a command sequence; reset them by pressing RESET Thumb wheel–turn to access the list of twice.
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03 Instruments and controls Function Description Contrast mode / Color mode Adjust the instrument panel's contrast and color. Service status Shows the number of months and mileage until the next scheduled service. Information headings 1. Ensure that none of the trip computer 3.
Each trip computer heading must be reset computer, this also changes the units used speeds, it is displayed in terms of distance. individually. in the Volvo Navigation System (VNS)*. Miles or kilometers can be displayed, see the Resetting a digital instrument panel heading "Changing units".
03 Instruments and controls • Trip computer – Trip statistics Start new trip : press ENTER to erase all pervious statistics. Exit the menu by Trip information from previous trips regarding pressing EXIT. average fuel consumption and average speed • Reset for every driving cycle is stored and can be displayed in the form of : select by...
• system. Work of this type should only be The air conditioning can be switched done by a trained and qualified Volvo service The sunlight sensor monitors which side of off, but to ensure the best possible cli- the car that is most exposed to sunlight.
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)* NOTE The passenger compartment has been The Air Quality System (IAQS) consists of a Contact your Volvo retailer for IAQS air fil- designed to be pleasant and comfortable, multifilter and an air quality sensor. The filter ter replacement intervals.
04 Climate Climate – menu settings Air distribution – general Related information • Climate – general information (p. 107) The default settings for four of the climate The incoming air is distributed through a • system's (p. 107) functions can be changed in number of different vents in the passenger Max.
04 Climate Electronic climate control (ECC) Heated seats If no indicator lights are illuminated, the seat heating is switched off. ECC (Electronic Climate Control) helps main- The front seat heating has three levels to tain the selected temperature in the passen- increase comfort for the driver and passenger Seat heating will automatically switch off ger compartment and the temperature can be...
04 Climate Temperature and blower control Related information NOTE • Climate – general information (p. 107) When the vehicle is started, the most recent If the blower is turned off completely, the • setting is resumed. Electronic climate control (ECC) (p. 110) air conditioning is disengaged, which may result in fogging on the windows.
04 Climate Automatic climate control Air conditioning Max. defroster and electrically heated windshield* The Auto function automatically controls tem- The air conditioning function cools and dehu- perature (p. 111), air conditioning (p. 112), midifies the air in the passenger compart- The heated windshield and max.
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04 Climate • Press the button once to start Related information NOTE defrosting/de-icing the windshield and • Climate – general information (p. 107) • Triangular areas at the far sides of the front side windows. The indicator light (2) • Automatic climate control (p.
04 Climate Air distribution – function Air distribution – recirculation The air distribution function consists of three Recirculation can be used to shut out exhaust buttons. fumes, smoke, etc., from the passenger com- partment. The air in the passenger compartment is then recircu- lated, i.e., no air from outside the car is taken into the car when this function is acti-...
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04 Climate Related information • Climate – general information (p. 107) • Air distribution – general (p. 109) • Air distribution – function (p. 114) • Air distribution – table (p. 116)
04 Climate Air distribution – table Air distribution (p. 109) is selected using the buttons in the center console climate panel. 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.
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04 Climate Related information • Climate – general information (p. 107) • Air distribution – function (p. 114) • Max. defroster and electrically heated windshield* (p. 112) Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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. WARNING Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
05 Loading and storage Glove compartment Vanity mirror Loading – general The glove compartment provides a lockable The vanity mirrors are located on the upper The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is storage compartment for small items. side of the sun visors. determined by factors such as the number of passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight The owner's manual and maps can be kept...
Using load carriers the load. WARNING Load carriers are available as Volvo accesso- • Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast The two upper hooks shown in the illustra- ries. Observe the following points when in cornering and hard braking.
05 Loading and storage Grocery bag holder The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags in place. The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags in place. 2. Secure the shopping bags with the strap. Related information • Loading – general (p. 120)
WARNING other should be taken with the vehicle to a FCC ID:KR55WK49236, 5WK49266 Volvo retailer. As an anti-theft measure, the Never leave the remote key in the ignition FCC ID:KR55WK49266 + Siemens VDO code of the lost remote key must be erased slot if children are to remain in the vehicle.
06 Locks and alarm Key memory Locking/unlocking confirmation NOTE The memory in the remote key makes it possi- Settings can be made in the menu system for If the vehicle is locked with the remote key ble to store certain personal settings. audible and visual confirmation when the or is left unlocked for more than 30 vehicle has been locked or unlocked.
If the problem continues, you misplace a key, take the other keys to a insert the remote key into the trained and qualified Volvo service technician ignition slot and try to start for reprogramming as an anti-theft measure. the vehicle again.
06 Locks and alarm Remote key – functions interference that may cause undesired opera- stop automatically after 2 minutes and tion. 45 seconds. The remote key is used e.g., to unlock the doors and start the engine. Canada–IC: 3659A-WFS125VO To deactivate, wait approximately 5 seconds and press the button again.
06 Locks and alarm Remote key – range Detachable key blade – general Detachable key blade – detaching/ information reinserting The remote key has a range of approximately 60 ft. (20 m) from the vehicle. The visible ends of these key blades are The detachable key blade (p.
06 Locks and alarm Detachable key blade – unlocking Remote key – replacing the battery Related information • Detachable key blade – unlocking Your vehicle's remote key (p. 124) contains a The remote key can be opened if the battery (p.
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Inserting a new battery criteria. Old batteries should be disposed of prop- CAUTION erly at a recycling center or at your Volvo retailer. When handling batteries, avoid touching their contact surfaces as this could result in poor battery function in the remote key.
06 Locks and alarm Keyless drive*– locking/unlocking Keyless drive* – unlocking with key Unlocking the vehicle blade The number of doors that are unlocked at the This system makes it possible to unlock and same time can be set in the vehicle's menu lock the vehicle without having to press any If the remote key does not function normally system.
06 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* – key memory 4. To turn off the alarm, insert the remote NOTE key in the ignition slot. This also applies When you leave the vehicle with a remote key If the vehicle is locked by pressing the but- to vehicles equipped with the optional in your possession and lock any door, the ton on one of the door handles or by...
06 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* – messages USA – FCC ID:KR55WK48952, Changes or modifications not expressly KR55WK48964 approved by the manufacturer could void the If all of the remote keys are removed from the user's authority to operate the equipment. vehicle while the engine is running or if the NOTE ignition modes (p.
06 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* – antenna locations Locking/unlocking – from the outside Manual locking The keyless drive system has a number of In certain situations (e.g., if there is no electri- Related information antennas located at various points in the vehi- cal current in the vehicle), the doors can be •...
06 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking – from inside In the horizontal position, the door cannot NOTE be opened from the outside. Please be aware that locking the vehicle in From inside the vehicle (central locking In the vertical position, the door can be this way makes it possible to lock the button) opened from the inside and the outside.
A message will appear in the information dis- ment lock. play if a fault should occur in the alarm sys- tem. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo Turn the key blade 90 degrees clockwise. service technician. Remove the key blade from the lock.
06 Locks and alarm Alarm indicator Alarm – arming/disarming Disarming the alarm – Press the Unlock button on the remote The status of the alarm system is indicated by The alarm system provides a warning if an key. the red indicator light on the dashboard (see attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
06 Locks and alarm Alarm signal Alarm – turning off Alarm-related functions An audible (p. 136) signal is given by a battery The alarm system provides a warning if an The following is general information regarding powered siren. The alarm cycle lasts for attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
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06 Locks and alarm Related information • Detachable key blade – unlocking (p. 129) • Detachable key blade – general informa- tion (p. 128) • Starting the engine (p. 211)
07 Driver support Active chassis* (Four C) Stability system – introduction Sport In this mode, the vehicle's body sway is Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system reduced during cornering and steering Controlled Chassis Concept), regulates the consists of a number of functions designed to response is more immediate.
07 Driver support Stability system – operation Spin Control (SC) Related information • The SC function is designed to help prevent Stability system – introduction (p. 141) Operation the drive wheels from spinning while the vehi- • Stability system – symbols and messages cle is accelerating.
• 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"...
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07 Driver support Symbol Message Description Flashing symbol. ESC is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid. Sport mode has been activated. Steady glow. Please note that ESC is not deactivated at this time but its functionality is reduced. WARNING The stability system is intended to help improve driving safety.
07 Driver support Adjustable steering force* Road Sign Information (RSI)* – Related information introduction • Road Sign Information (RSI) – operation Steering force increases with the speed of the (p. 146) vehicle to give the driver enhanced sense of RSI is a feature that helps the driver see road •...
07 Driver support Road Sign Information (RSI) – Road Sign Information (RSI) – Displaying the speed limit indication can be operation limitations deactivated. To do so: • Deselect the alternative in MY CAR RSI's camera has the same limitations as the Settings Car settings Road Sign...
07 Driver support Cruise control (CC) – introduction Cruise control (CC) – engaging and Related information • setting speed Cruise control (CC) – engaging and set- Cruise control is designed to assist the driver ting speed (p. 147) by maintaining a set speed. It is primarily Cruise control is designed to assist the driver •...
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07 Driver support Adjusting the set speed Related information Before a speed can be set, the cruise control • system must be engaged (put in standby After a speed has been set, it can be Cruise control (CC) – introduction (p. 147) mode).
07 Driver support Toggling between ACC and CC Cruise control (CC) – deactivating completely." The next time the system is (standard Cruise Control) switched on, ACC will be reactivated. Cruise control is designed to assist the driver Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) helps the by maintaining a set speed.
Cruise control should not be used in heavy slower moving vehicles ahead, your vehi- qualified Volvo technician. traffic or when driving on wet or slippery cle will accelerate to resume the set roads. Cruise control may not maintain set speed.
07 Driver support • Adaptive Cruise Control – function Operation Adaptive Cruise Control – troubleshooting (p. 163) Function • Adaptive Cruise Control – symbols and messages (p. 161) • Adaptive Cruise Control – setting time interval (p. 155) • Adaptive Cruise Control – setting speed (p.
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07 Driver support WARNING WARNING WARNING • Adaptive Cruise Control is not a colli- The brake pedal moves when the adaptive When Adaptive Cruise Control is in cruise control system modulates the standby mode or is switched off com- sion avoidance system. The driver is brakes.
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – engaging WARNING NOTE Adaptive Cruise Control only warns of The driver's door must be closed and the Putting ACC in standby mode vehicles detected by the radar sensor, see driver's seat belt must be fastened before Before ACC can be used to regulate speed Adaptive Cruise Control –...
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – setting This symbol indicates that NOTE speed you are approaching a vehi- • If one of the Adaptive Cruise Control cle ahead. buttons is pressed for more than Setting a speed ACC will switch from main- approximately one minute, ACC will be Once ACC has been put in standby mode: taining a set speed to main-...
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – setting time Adaptive Cruise Control – Different time intervals can interval deactivating be selected and are shown in the instrument panel as 1–5 Setting a time interval Standby mode (temporary deactivation) horizontal bars. The greater the number of bars, the To temporarily deactivate ACC (put it in longer the time interval.
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07 Driver support Cruise control Cancelled Turning ACC off completely is shown in the WARNING instrument panel. The driver must then inter- The vehicle may accelerate quickly after vene and adapt the vehicle's speed to the has been pressed if its current speed is surrounding traffic and regulate the distance considerably lower than the set speed.
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – passing Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – Enhanced speed interval another vehicle Queue Assist NOTE Queue Assist is an added ACC feature that is Passing another vehicle linked to your vehicle's automatic transmis- The driver's door must be closed and the If your vehicle’s speed is being regulated by sion.
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07 Driver support The following only applies at speeds below The driver will then have to reactivate ACC in This happens if: approximately 18 mph (30 km/h): one of the following ways: • The driver presses the brake pedal • If ACC changes target vehicles (the vehicle By pressing •...
If there is visible damage to the front grille or you suspect that the radar sensor may be damaged in any way, contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible. The radar sensor may only function partially (or not at all) if it is damaged or is not securely fastened in place.
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Volvo technician. roads or on highway on- or off-ramps. Radar sensor's field of vision (shown in pink) Related information In certain situations, the radar sensor •...
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – symbols and messages Symbols and messages in the display A text message can be erased by pressing briefly on the OK button on the turn signal lever. Symbol Message Description Green symbol A speed has been set. White symbol ACC is in standby mode but no speed has been set.
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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 an audible signal the vehicle stopped but a problem with the parking brake means that the vehicle may begin to roll.
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – from the sensor have been obstructed and System with Auto-brake and Pedestrian troubleshooting that a vehicle ahead cannot be detected. Detection will not function. This, in turn, means that the functions of the The table lists possible causes for this mes- Radar blocked See manual If the message...
07 Driver support Distance Alert – introduction Distance Alert – operation NOTE Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- Distance Alert only monitors distance to trol and is a function that provides information trol and is a function that provides information the vehicle ahead while Adaptive Cruise about the time interval to the vehicle ahead.
07 Driver support Distance Alert – limitations Setting a time interval NOTE Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- • The higher your vehicle’s speed, the trol and is a function that provides information greater the distance to the vehicle about the time interval to the vehicle ahead.
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07 Driver support Related information • Distance Alert – introduction (p. 164) • Distance Alert – operation (p. 164) • Distance Alert – symbols and messages (p. 167)
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. Related information • Distance Alert – introduction (p. 164) •...
City Safety™ activates in situations where the • City Safety – operation (p. 170) driver has not applied the brakes in time, • City Safety – limitations (p. 170) City Safety is a registered trademark of the Volvo Car Corporation...
07 Driver support • • City Safety – function City Safety – troubleshooting (p. 171) City Safety – limitations (p. 170) • • City Safety – symbols and messages City Safety – troubleshooting (p. 171) Function (p. 173) • City Safety – symbols and messages City Safety™...
07 Driver support City Safety – operation City Safety – limitations Related information • City Safety – introduction (p. 168) Using City Safety™ Limitations • City Safety – function (p. 169) • City Safety – limitations (p. 170) NOTE WARNING •...
• Before the windshield is replaced, Cause Action contact a Volvo retailer to ensure that Related information the correct windshield is ordered and The area of the wind- Clean the • City Safety – introduction (p. 168) installed.
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07 Driver support Related information • City Safety – introduction (p. 168) • City Safety – function (p. 169) • City Safety – operation (p. 170) • City Safety – limitations (p. 170) • City Safety – symbols and messages (p.
For more information on the sensor’s limitations, see City Safety – limitations (p. 170). 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. Related information • City Safety – introduction (p. 168) •...
NOTE only be done by a trained and qualified 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).
07 Driver support • Collision warning – introduction City Safety – limitations (p. 170) ing the vehicle. If the driver relies entirely on the system, the chances of an accident even- • Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full City Safety – troubleshooting (p. 171) tually occurring increase considerably.
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• Maintenance of the Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake system's components must only be performed by a trained and qualified Volvo technician. Related information • Collision warning* – function (p. 177) • Collision warning* – operation (p. 178) •...
07 Driver support • Collision warning* – function Brake Support Collision warning* – Pedestrian detection (p. 180) If the risk of collision continues to increase • after the collision warning has been given, Collision warning* – Cyclist detection Brake Support is activated. Brake Support (p.
07 Driver support Collision warning* – operation ter console control panel and going to NOTE Settings Car settings Driver support • When Adaptive Cruise Control is used, Settings are made by pressing MY CAR on systems Warning sound if risk of the warning light and signal will be the center console control panel and using collision.
07 Driver support • Collision warning* – Cyclist detection Collision warning – symbols and mes- sages (p. 186) The system can detect a cyclist and auto- • Collision warning – troubleshooting brake if certain parameters are fulfilled. (p. 184) The function only detects cyclists from behind who are moving in the same direction as your vehicle The Cyclist Detection feature requires the fol-...
07 Driver support • Collision warning* – Pedestrian tunnels, even if there is street lighting in Collision warning* – limitations (p. 181) the area. detection • Collision warning – troubleshooting • For optimal cyclist detection, City (p. 184) Safety™ must be activated. •...
07 Driver support • Collision warning* – limitations entire body and the person must be at Collision warning* – Cyclist detection least 32 in. (80 cm) tall. (p. 179) Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light • • The system cannot detect a pedestrian Collision warning* –...
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07 Driver support Related information WARNING NOTE • Collision warning – introduction (p. 175) • In certain situations, the system can- If warnings are given too frequently, the • Collision warning* – operation (p. 178) warning distance can be reduced (see Col- not provide warnings or warnings may lision warning* –...
07 Driver support • The camera’s limitations Collision warning – troubleshooting WARNING (p. 184) The camera has the same limitations as the • The camera has the same type of limi- • Collision warning – symbols and mes- human eye. tations as the human eye, i.e., it can- sages (p.
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.
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07 Driver support • Maintenance Collision warning* – limitations (p. 181) • The camera’s limitations (p. 183) • Collision warning – symbols and mes- sages (p. 186) Camera and radar sensor In order to function properly, the camera and radar sensor must be kept clean. Dirt, ice, snow, etc., will reduce the function of these components.
Adaptive Cruise Control – limitations (p. 159) 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.
07 Driver support Driver Alert System Driver Alert Control (DAC) – NOTE introduction The Driver Alert System is designed to help a The camera has certain limitations, see driver who may be becoming fatigued or who DAC is intended to alert the driver if his/her Adaptive Cruise Control –...
07 Driver support • Driver Alert Control (DAC) – operation Driver Alert Control (DAC) – function Driver Alert System (p. 188) • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – intro- Operating DAC Function duction (p. 193) Settings are made using menu system and Driver Alert is activated when the vehicle the display in the center console.
07 Driver support • Driver Alert Control (DAC) – Driver Alert Control (DAC) – symbols and messages (p. 191) limitations • Driver Alert System (p. 188) Limitations • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – intro- In certain situations, DAC may provide warn- duction (p.
See The camera’s limitations (p. 183) for information on the cam- era’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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07 Driver support 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.
07 Driver support Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – WARNING introduction operation This feature is only intended to assist the The LDW function is designed to help reduce driver and does not function in all driving, Operation and function the risk of accidents in situations where the weather, traffic or road conditions.
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07 Driver support • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – intro- WARNING duction (p. 193) The driver will only be warned once for • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - limita- each time the wheels cross a marker line. tions (p. 195) No alarm will be given if a marker line is between the wheels.
07 Driver support Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - limitations Limitations The camera used by LDW has the same limi- tations as the human eye. See The camera’s limitations (p. 183) for more information about the camera's limitations. NOTE No warning signal will be given in the cer- tain situations, such as: •...
See The camera’s limitations (p. 183) 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 mes- required sage remains in the display.
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07 Driver support Related information • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – opera- tion (p. 193) • Driver Alert System (p. 188) • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – intro- duction (p. 193) • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - limita- tions (p. 195)
07 Driver support • Park assist – introduction Park assist – function Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – function (p. 202) The park assist system is designed to assist Signals from the park assist system you when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc.
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If a non- are within approximately 1 ft (30 cm) of an Volvo trailer hitch is being used, it may object in front of or behind the vehicle. If be necessary to switch off the system...
07 Driver support Park assist – operation Park assist – limitations NOTE Park assist is disengaged automatically Function Cleaning the sensors when the parking brake is applied. The system is activated automatically when The sensors must be cleaned regularly to the vehicle is started.
Consult a trained and PAC uses the display in the center console to behind the vehicle. qualified Volvo service technician. show the area behind the car while you are • backing up.
07 Driver support Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – Related information function • operation Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – intro- duction (p. 201) Function Activation • Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – opera- The driver sees what is behind the vehicle tion (p.
07 Driver support • Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – Park assist – troubleshooting (p. 201) 5 seconds after the gear selector has been moved from R or until the vehicle's forward guiding and marker lines • Park assist – limitations (p. 200) speed exceeds 6 mph/10 km/h •...
07 Driver support Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – BLIS* – introduction NOTE limitations The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) is The door panel indicator light illuminates an information system that indicates the pres- on the side of the vehicle where the sys- Limitations ence of another vehicle moving in the same tem has detected another vehicle.
07 Driver support BLIS* – function WARNING WARNING • • BLIS and CTA are information sys- BLIS does not function in sharp When does BLIS function tems, NOT warning or safety systems curves. The system functions when your vehicle is and do not function in all situations.
07 Driver support BLIS* – operation BLIS* – Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) When BLIS is deactivated/reactivated, the indicator lights will go out/illuminate (the indi- Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) is a supplementary cators will also flash once when the function BLIS function intended to detect vehicles Activating/deactivating BLIS is reactivated) and a message will appear in...
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07 Driver support It is primarily designed to detect another vehi- WARNING cle but in certain cases may also detect • BLIS and CTA are information sys- pedestrians or smaller objects such as bicy- tems, NOT warning or safety systems cles.
CAUTION Repairs to the BLIS/CTA systems and/or repainting the rear bumper should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- ice technician. Generic illustration Cross Traffic Alert Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
• If this message recurs, the systems should be inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Messages can be erased by pressing the OK button on the left steering wheel lever. Cross Traffic Alert Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
3 minutes ded. before trying to start it again to give the • Volvo's floor mats are specially manu- battery time to recover its starting factured for your car. They must be capacity. firmly secured in the clips on the floor...
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08 Starting and driving 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 short period.
08 Starting and driving Switching off the engine Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – WARNING introduction Switch off the engine by pressing the START/ Keep the following in mind before using STOP ENGINE button. ERS is a feature that makes it possible to ERS: remotely start the engine using the remote •...
08 Starting and driving Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – starting Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – 1. The turn signals will flash several times. the engine switching off the engine 2. The engine will start. 3. The turn signals will illuminate for Any of the following will switch off the engine 3 seconds to indicate that the engine has if it has been started with ERS:...
08 Starting and driving Jump starting 3. Fold back the cover over the positive (+) WARNING terminal on your vehicle's battery (2), Follow these instructions to jump start your • Do not connect the jumper cable to marked with a "+" sign, located under a vehicle's dead battery or to jump start another any part of the fuel system or to any folding cover.
08 Starting and driving Transmission – general information Transmission – positions CAUTION The transmission automatically shifts between The transmission’s temperature is moni- Park: position P the various forward gears, based on the level tored to help prevent damage to the trans- Select the P position when starting or park- of acceleration and speed.
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08 Starting and driving Shiftlock Related information CAUTION • When P has been selected, the transmission Transmission – general information The vehicle must be stationary when posi- (p. 216) is mechanically blocked in this position. The tion P is selected. brake pedal must be depressed and the igni- •...
08 Starting and driving Transmission – Geartronic In order to move the gear selector from N to This option indicates when to shift up or down to help conserve fuel. A white arrow will another gear position, the brake pedal must Geartronic allows you to manually shift among appear above or below the number of the be depressed and the ignition must be in at...
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08 Starting and driving • Geartronic: steering wheel paddles* Pull the paddle toward the steering wheel Geartronic: Sport mode (S) and release it. In addition to the manual gearshift function This transmission mode provides sportier using the gear selector, this option makes it Deactivating the paddles: shifting characteristics and enables a more possible to manually shift gears from the...
08 Starting and driving Transmission – shiftlock override Geartronic: starting on slippery Related information • surfaces Transmission – general information If the vehicle cannot be driven, for example (p. 216) Selecting 3rd gear in Geartronic’s manual because of a dead battery, the gear selector shifting mode can help provide better traction •...
08 Starting and driving Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA) Start/Stop – introduction Start/Stop – function Start/Stop is a function that temporarily When starting on steep hills, HSA (see Trans- Function and use switches off the engine when the vehicle is mission –...
08 Starting and driving Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions Auto-stopping the engine Related information • Normally, when Start/Stop is activated and Start/Stop – introduction (p. 221) In certain situations or conditions, the engine the brakes are applied until the vehicle comes •...
08 Starting and driving • Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA) Condition/situation (p. 221) In certain situations or conditions, the engine The driver is turning the steering wheel • Start/Stop – symbols and messages may auto-start even though the driver is still hard.
08 Starting and driving Start/Stop – settings Related information Condition/situation • Start/Stop – introduction (p. 221) Settings for the Start/Stop function can be • Start/Stop – function (p. 221) The gear selector is moved from D to S MY CAR made in the menu system.
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.
NOTE instrument panel and the indicator light in the Eco is a function developed by Volvo to give When Eco is activated, several climate ECO button will be on when Eco is activated. the driver the opportunity to actively drive...
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08 Starting and driving • • The vehicle's speed is between approxi- The engine and/or transmission have not This feature is primarily intended to be used mately 40–85 mph (65–140 km/h). Always reached their normal operating tempera- in driving situations where a decrease in observe posted speed limits ture speed is expected, such as when approach-...
08 Starting and driving All Wheel Drive (AWD) Brakes – general NOTE Your Volvo can be equipped with permanent The brake system is a hydraulic system con- AWD disabled Service The message All Wheel Drive, which means that power is sisting of two separate brake circuits.
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08 Starting and driving Brake pad inspection Water on brake discs and brake pads WARNING On vehicles equipped with a jack*, the condi- affects braking • Use the jack intended for the vehicle tion of the brake pads can be checked by Driving in rain and slush or passing through when changing a tire.
DO NOT DRIVE. Have the (p. 232) vehicle towed to a trained and qualified • Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA) Volvo service technician and have the (p. 231) brake system inspected. • Brakes – general (p. 228) Related information •...
08 Starting and driving Brake lights Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA) Related information • Parking brake – general information The brake lights come on automatically when EBA is designed to provide full brake effect (p. 232) the brakes are applied. immediately in the event of sudden, hard •...
08 Starting and driving Parking brake – general information Parking brake – applying Connect an auxiliary battery if the battery voltage is too low, see Jump starting (p. 215). The electric parking brake helps to keep the Applying the electric parking brake vehicle stationary when it is parked.
08 Starting and driving Parking brake – releasing NOTE NOTE • • In an emergency the parking brake can For safety reasons, the parking brake is Releasing the electric parking brake be applied when the vehicle is moving only released automatically if the engine by holding in the control.
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08 Starting and driving • Parking brake – symbols and messages (p. 235) • Brakes – general (p. 228)
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.
08 Starting and driving Driving through water WARNING CAUTION The vehicle should be driven with extreme • • Avoid driving through standing or Engine damage will occur if water is caution if it is necessary to drive through rushing water. Doing so can be dan- drawn into the air cleaner.
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or with battery drain: checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- heavy loads, there is a risk that the engine and ice technician before driving long distances.
1 part water. to add fuel line de-icer before refueling. • Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks. • The viscosity of the engine oil is impor- • Avoid using de-icing sprays as they can tant.
08 Starting and driving Refueling – fuel requirements result in loss of emission warranty coverage. Volvo allows the use of the following "oxy- State and local vehicle inspection programs genated" fuels; however, the octane rat- Volvo recommends the use of detergent gas- will make detection of misfueling easier, pos- ings (p.
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Overuse may damage your engine, and some essary to fill the tank more than once Volvo endorses the use of “TOP TIER Deter- before a difference in engine operation is of these additives contain organically volatile noticeable.
Manually opening the fuel filler door immediately return the vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for correction. 3. Gently pull the cord straight rearward until Related information the fuel filler door clicks open.
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.
Therefore, check that the tires are inflated • a safe stop (check and observe state/ All Volvo models are equipped with to the recommended pressure according local regulations). energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump- to the vehicle load. Loads should be dis- ers.
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Trailer cable An adapter is required if the vehicle's trailer hitch has a 13-pin connector and the trailer has 7 pins. Use an adapter cable approved by Volvo. Make sure the cable does not drag on the ground. Related information •...
08 Starting and driving • Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) Towing the vehicle TSA may not intervene when the vehicle and trailer begin to sway if the driver tries Trailer Stability Assist is a system designed to Always check with state and local authorities to compensate for the swaying motion by help stabilize a vehicle that is towing a trailer before attempting to tow another vehicle...
08 Starting and driving Towing eyelet 1. With the remote key fully pressed into the CAUTION ignition slot , press START/STOP When used, the towing eyelet should always General towing precautions: ENGINE for approximately 2 seconds to be securing attached. •...
• • When the vehicle is being towed, the The vehicle should always be towed in from an authorized towing company. Volvo ignition should be in mode II (in mode the forward direction. recommends the use of flat bed equipment.
CAUTION Tire rotation Some Volvo models are equipped with an Your vehicle has no required tire rotation. Tire Ultra High Performance tire and wheel wear is affected by a number of factors such...
6-year intervals, even if it has When storing complete wheels (tires mounted • The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo never been used. on rims), they should be suspended off the are specified to meet stringent stability floor or placed on their sides on the floor.
09 Wheels and tires • Tires – tread wear indicator Tires – tire economy Changing a wheel – direction of rotation (p. 252) The tires have wear indicator strips running A smooth driving style and correct inflation • Tires – storage and age (p. 250) across or parallel to the tread.
LF = left front, RR = right rear with wooden blocks or large stones. • Tires with tread designed to roll in only one direction are marked with an arrow on the sidewall. • Contact a Volvo workshop if you are unsure about the tread depth.
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09 Wheels and tires WARNING • The jack must correctly engage the jack attachment. • Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface. • Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a vehicle suppor- ted by a jack.
09 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel – spare wheel Changing a wheel – accessing the NOTE spare wheel Wheel changes should always be carried out The jack provided with your vehicle is correctly. The following procedure explains how to intended to be used only in temporary sit- access the spare wheel (where applicable).
09 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel – installing a wheel Tire inflation – general information Related information • Changing a wheel – spare wheel (p. 254) It is important to re-install wheels properly. Check tire inflation pressure regularly. • Changing a wheel –...
09 Wheels and tires Tire inflation – checking pressure which can be found on the vehicle's tire infor- NOTE mation placard or certification label. Inflation pressure should be checked when • The placards shown indicate inflation the tires are cold. Related information pressure for the tires installed on the •...
09 Wheels and tires Tire specifications To check inflation pressure: Related information • 1. Remove the cap from the valve on one Tire specifications (p. 257) The following information can be found on a tire, then firmly press the tire gauge onto •...
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09 Wheels and tires Information on the sidewall 1. 215: the width of the tire (in millimeters) 7. M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All Terrain, AS = All Season from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. The larger the number, the wider the tire.
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09 Wheels and tires 11. Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature grades: see Tire specifications – Uniform Tire Quality Grading (p. 263) for more information. 12. Maximum permissible inflation pressure: the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire.
(p. 255) for its location) for your vehicle at the factory. The following tire pressures are recom- mended by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to Some of the tire sizes listed here may not be available for all models in all markets.
09 Wheels and tires Loading specifications Loading specifications – load limit Gross vehicle weight (GVW) The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passen- Properly loading your vehicle will provide The load limit of your vehicle is the combined gers. maximum return of vehicle design perform- weight of the occupants and cargo.
09 Wheels and tires Tire specifications – Uniform Tire side B-pillar and in the tire inflation table ance. The traction grade assigned to this tire in this chapter. Quality Grading is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and is not a measure of cornering (turn- •...
09 Wheels and tires Snow chains WARNING CAUTION Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with • The temperature grade for this tire is Check local regulations regarding the the following restrictions: established for a tire that is properly infla- use of snow chains before installing.
Owners who live in or regularly commute ing system that illuminates a low tire pressure Volvo provides two different systems to moni- through areas with sustained periods of snow telltale ( ) when one or more of your tires...
Tire pressure low Tire needs ing) or consult your Volvo retailer. air now Tire press. syst Service required WARNING Incorrect inflation pressure could lead to tire failure, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle.
If a tire is changed, or if the TPMS sen- be fitted on all wheels used on the vehi- sor is moved to another wheel, the cle, including winter tires. Volvo does not sensor's seal, nut, and valve core recommend moving sensors back and should be replaced.
In certain cases, it may be necessary to recali- Activating/deactivating TPMS > Calibration is done automatically once brate TPMS to conform to Volvo's recom- (Canadian models only) initiated by the driver and the system mended tire inflation pressures (see the infla- 1.
09 Wheels and tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System NOTE CAUTION (TPMS) – messages • • Tire monitoring systems use a tem- After inflating the tires, always reinstall perature compensated pressure value. the valve cap to help avoid damage to Erasing warning messages This pressure value is dependent on the valve from dirt, gravel, etc.
( ) is illuminated: the system is not functioning correctly. Have it checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • All wheels gray in combination with the Tire press. syst currently message...
09 Wheels and tires Tire Monitor – messages Related information NOTE • Tire Monitor – messages (p. 272) When low tire pressure has been detected, a To help avoid incorrect tire inflation pres- • message will be displayed and the tire pres- Tire inflation –...
(80 km) before replacing a damaged The tire sealing system's compressor has If an SST tire loses inflation pressure, the yel- SST tire. been tested and approved by Volvo. low TPMS symbol illuminates in the instru- • Drive carefully and avoid e.g., hard ment panel and a text message is also dis- braking or fast turns.
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• Stage 2: The tire’s inflation pressure is Have the tire inspected by a trained checked and adjusted if necessary. and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible to determine if it can be permanently repaired or must WARNING be replaced.
09 Wheels and tires • Tire sealing system* – overview Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting WARNING unless directed to do so by medical Please keep the following points in mind personnel. Get medical attention. when using the tire sealing system: •...
This must vehicle is parked in a well ventilated place, Stage 1: Sealing the hole be done by a trained and qualified Volvo or outdoors, before using the system. 1. Peel off the speed limit sticker and affix it service technician.
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2 miles (3 km) at a maximum pressure is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to distribute continue driving. Have the vehicle towed the sealing compound in the tire. to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
09 Wheels and tires Tire sealing system – checking Tire sealing system* – inflating tires WARNING inflation pressure The tire sealing system can be used to inflate • The vehicle’s engine should be running The tire sealing system can also be used to the tires.
If the sealing compound bottle’s expi- could corrode and become difficult to ration date has passed, please take it remove. to a Volvo retailer or a recycling station that can properly dispose of harmful 11. Disconnect the electrical wire from the substances.
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M A I N T E N A N C E A N D S E R V I C I N G...
New Vehicle Limited Warranty tools and therefore must be performed by a nance schedule up to 150,000 miles • qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty (240,000 km). This program contains top condition, specify time-tested and proven •...
• Tires – tread wear indicator (p. 251) end of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo retailer for additional information. As needed: Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup...
If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit – or valid Volvo ID. See Volvo ID (p. 21) for was lit but went out without service, have range. A fault may be permanent or tempo- additional information.
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In order for a retailer to access vehicle data, the information is initially sent to a central Volvo database (not directly to your retailer) This information includes: service requirements, status of various functions, odometer reading and the vehicle's VIN number and software version.
• Fluid levels Related information • • Odometer reading (mileage) Maintenance – owner maintenance (p. 282) • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) • Engine compartment – overview (p. 285) • The vehicle's software version Related information • Volvo ID (p. 21)
The gear selector should be in the P (park) position. If the • Volvo does not recommend the use of Checking the engine oil (5- and 6- engine has been running, wait until it has oil additives.
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Take the Checking the oil vehicle to an authorized Volvo work- Oil filler cap 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a shop as soon as possible.
If necessary, top up the cooling sys- changed. If the system must be drained, con- contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces. tem with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Anti- sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech- freeze only (a 50/50 mix of water and nician. antifreeze).
10 Maintenance and servicing Engine compartment – brake fluid Engine compartment – power steering WARNING fluid The brake fluid should always be between the • Never remove the expansion tank cap MIN and MAX marks on the inside of the res- The fluid level must be between the MIN and while the engine is warm.
CAUTION not mentioned in this section, please • The engine should not be running contact your Volvo retailer or a trained When disconnecting the connector, pull on when changing bulbs. and authorized Volvo service techni- the connector itself and not on the wiring.
10 Maintenance and servicing Bulbs – cover Bulbs – low beam, Halogen Bulbs – high beam, Halogen The larger cover has to be removed in order The low beam bulb is concealed by the larger The high beam bulb is concealed behind the to change the high/low beam headlight bulbs.
10 Maintenance and servicing Bulbs – extra high beam Bulbs – front turn signals Bulbs – license plate lighting The extra high beam bulb is concealed by the The turn signal bulb is concealed behind the 1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver. larger cover.
The windshield wiper blades must be in the lens. vehicles owner. All other bulbs should only be vertical (service) position for replacement, replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo washing or to lift them away from the wind- Related information service technician.
10 Maintenance and servicing Wiper blades – windshield ENGINE button briefly to put the ignition in mode I (or by starting the engine). The wiper blades should be replaced regularly for best effect. CAUTION The windshield wiper blades must be in the If the wiper arms have been folded out vertical (service) position for replacement, from the windshield while in the service...
Cleaning Symbols on the battery washer solvent containing antifreeze. Use Keeping the windshield and wiper blades Volvo Original Washer Fluid or the equivalent Wear protective goggles. clean helps improve visibility and prolongs with a recommended pH value between 6 and the service life of the wiper blades.
Con- contact occurs, flush the affected area vehicle is usually only driven short dis- sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery immediately with water. Obtain medi- tances. to a recycling station.
10 Maintenance and servicing • Battery – maintenance Related information The service life of a battery is affected by • factors such as driving conditions and cli- Battery – changing (p. 298) Proper battery maintenance can help prolong mate. Extreme cold may also further •...
Consult a 5 minutes before disconnecting the battery so Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo that all information in the vehicle's electrical service technician. system can be stored in the control modules.
2. From the side, examine the curved metal removed or replaced by a trained and wire in the fuse to see if it is intact. qualified Volvo service technician. 3. Tighten the clamp that secures the bat- • If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the Fuses 16 –...
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10 Maintenance and servicing Function Function Function Circuit breaker: central Active Bending Lights- Relay coils, Engine electrical module headlight leveling* Control Module (ECM) under the glove com- Central electrical mod- Control module - auto- partment ule (under the glove matic transmission compartment) Circuit breaker: central A/C compressor (not...
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10 Maintenance and servicing Related information Function Function • Fuses – glove compartment (p. 302) 4-cyl. engines: mass Oil pump/crankcase • Fuses – cargo area/trunk (p. 305) air meter, thermostat, ventilation heater/cool- EVAP valve ant pump (5-cyl. engines) 5-/6-cyl. engines: Injection system, mass Ignition coils (4-cyl.
10 Maintenance and servicing Fuses – glove compartment The fuses under the glove compartment pro- tect components such as the infotainment system and optional power seat. 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 infotain- boxes.
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10 Maintenance and servicing Function Function Function Controls in left rear passeng- Steering wheel module er's door Heated front passenger's Cental locking: fuel filler door Keyless drive* seat* Power driver's seat* Heated driver's seat* Power front passenger's seat* Park assist* All Wheel Drive* control mod- Electrical folding rear seat Infotainment system display...
10 Maintenance and servicing Fuses – cargo area/trunk Related information • Fuses – engine compartment (p. 299) The fuses in the cargo area/trunk protect • components such as trailer connections, the Fuses – glove compartment (p. 302) parking brake, etc. •...
Fuses A1, A2 and 1–11 are relays/circuit breakers and should only be removed or Circuit breaker: fusebox B Circuit breaker: central elec- replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo trical module in the engine under the glove compartment service technician.
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10 Maintenance and servicing • Start/Stop – introduction (p. 221) Function Circuit breaker: fusebox A under the glove compartment (see Fuses – glove compart- ment (p. 302)) Circuit breaker: fusebox A under the glove compartment (see Fuses – glove compart- ment (p.
• Dry the car with a clean chamois and Exterior components remember to clean the drain holes in the Volvo recommends the use of special clean- doors and rocker panels. ing products, available at your Volvo retailer, • Tar spots can be removed with tar for cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or orna- remover after the car has been washed.
10 Maintenance and servicing Automatic car wash Polishing and waxing CAUTION The vehicle should be washed at regular inter- Normally, polishing is not required during the • Before driving into an automatic car vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots first year after delivery, however, waxing may wash, turn off the optional rain sensor adhere to the paint and may cause damage.
These coat- ings have not been tested by Volvo for Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and Cleaning the interior compatibility with your vehicle's clear coat.
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Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting protect against sunlight's harmful UV rays. and conditioning the steering wheel with Cleaning floor mats Volvo's Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and The floor mats should be vacuumed or CAUTION Leather Softener 943 7429. brushed clean regularly, especially during •...
Paint repairs require special equipment and bare metal and an undamaged color coat cal buttons or controls. Clean compo- skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any remains, you can add paint immediately after nents of this type by applying the extensive damage.
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10 Maintenance and servicing 2. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it with a small brush. 3. When the primer surface is dry, the paint can be applied using a brush. Mix the paint thoroughly; apply several thin paint coats and let dry after each application. 4.
11 Specifications Label information The labels in your vehicle provide information such as the chassis number, paint code, tire inflation pressure, etc.
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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...
11 Specifications Engine specifications Some of the engines listed here may not be available in all markets. The following table provides technical data for the respective engines. Engine specifications for Special Edition vehicles may vary. Engine specifications Specification/Model 5-cyl. 2.0 4-cyl. T11 Engine designation B5254T12 B4204T11...
Refer to the warranty and Service Records information booklet for information on oil CAUTION change intervals and oil type requirements. 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for NOTE extreme driving conditions. This vehicle comes from the factory with This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cyl- synthetic oil.
11 Specifications Coolant – specification and volume Transmission oil – specification and Brake fluid – specification and volume volumes The table lists coolant volumes and specifica- Brake fluid transfers braking force when the tions. brake pedal is depressed to the master cylin- The table lists transmission oil volumes and der and to the slave cylinders on each wheel.
The table lists the fuel tank volume for your The air conditioning system in your vehicle vehicle. contains the following: Specification:Power steering fluid recom- mended by Volvo. Refrigerant: R134a (HFC134a) Volume Specification Volume: 1.7 lbs (770 g) Related information –...
11 Specifications Battery specifications 12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alter- If the battery is replaced, replace it with a bat- nator. Single pole system in which the chas- tery of the same cold start capacity as the sis and engine block are used as conductors. original (see the decal on the battery).
11 Specifications Symbols – general information Warning symbols driver with necessary information about one of the vehicle's systems. The following tables list the most common The following tables list the most common warning and indicator lights and symbols and warning and indicator lights and symbols and Related information a reference to where more detailed informa- a reference to where more detailed informa-...
11 Specifications Indicator symbols Symbols in the main instrument panel Symbol Description The following tables list the most common Warning symbols in the instrument Stability system, Hill (p. 62) warning and indicator lights and symbols and panel Descent Control, a reference to where more detailed informa- Symbol Description Trailer Stability...
11 Specifications Information symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description The following tables list the most common Camera sensor, (p. 181) warning and indicator lights and symbols and laser sensor (p. 174) a reference to where more detailed informa- tion can be found. : The red warning symbol illuminates to Collision Warning (p.
11 Specifications Information symbols – ceiling console Information symbols – center console Symbol Description The following tables list the most common The following tables list the most common Sensus Info- Bluetooth warning and indicator lights and symbols and warning and indicator lights and symbols and tainment sup- hands-free a reference to where more detailed informa-...