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VOLVO
S40
Introduction
Welcome to the worldwide family of Volvo owners. We hope that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your
Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfaction with this
vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and
maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts
at all times in this (or any other) automobile. And, of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by
alcohol, medication or any impairment that could hinder your ability to drive.

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  • Page 1 Introduction Welcome to the worldwide family of Volvo owners. We hope that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual.
  • Page 2 Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as indicated by the certification labels attached to the driver's door opening, and on the underside of the hood. For further information please contact your retailer, or: In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America Customer Care Center P.O.
  • Page 3 Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles. When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment. To reduce your vehicle's environmental impact, you can: Maintain proper air pressure in your tires.
  • Page 4 (malfunction indicator) lamp illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started. Properly dispose of any vehicle-related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc. Introduction When cleaning your car, use Volvo's own car care products, all of which have systematically been adapted to the environment. PremAir®...

  • Page 5: Instrument Overview

    2 0 0 6 VOLVO Chapter 1 - Instrument overview pg. 7 Instrument overview pg. 8 Instrument overview 1. Steering wheel adjustment 2. Hood opener 3. Controls in driver's door 4. Turn signals, high beams, trip computer 5. Lighting panel, fuel filler door opener 6.
  • Page 6 19. Courtesy lighting switch 20. Position for accessory switch 21. Passenger's side reading light 22. Moonroof control (option) 23. Display for climate control and audio systems 24. Audio system 25. Controls for audio system/personal settings 26. Climate control system 27. Gear selector 28.

  • Page 7: Safety

    Occupant safety Volvo's concern for safety Safety is Volvo's cornerstone. Our concern dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the production line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact zones were designed into Volvo cars long before it was fashionable or required by government regulation.
  • Page 8 Volvo strongly recommends that if your vehicle is covered under a service campaign, safety or emission recall or similar action, it should be completed as soon as possible. Please check with your local retailer or Volvo Cars of North America, LLC if your vehicle is covered under these conditions. NHTSA can be reached at: http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov...
  • Page 9 12 Seat belts WARNING! Never repair the belt yourself; have this work done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician only. Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a detrimental effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision.
  • Page 10 Seat belt use during pregnancy The seat belt should always be worn during pregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in the correct way. The diagonal section should wrap over the shoulder then be routed between the breasts and to the side of the belly. The lap section should lay flat over the thighs and as low as possible under the belly.
  • Page 11 14 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Supplemental Restraint System As an enhancement to the three-point seat belts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). Volvo's SRS consists of seat belt tensioners, front airbags, side impact airbags, the occupant weight sensor, and inflatable curtains.
  • Page 12 Automatic transmission: Before attempting to tow the vehicle, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to move the gear selector to the neutral position: Switch off the ignition for at least 10 minutes and disconnect the battery Wait at least one minute. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position II.
  • Page 13 70% of their total capacity. If the impact is more severe, the dual-stage airbags are triggered at full capacity. Should you have questions about any component in the SRS system, please contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician or Volvo Customer Support:...
  • Page 14 WARNING! Children must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat. Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a passenger-side front...
  • Page 15 Disabling the passenger's side front airbag Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag, and be properly restrained for their size and weight. See...
  • Page 16 If a fault in the system is detected and indicated as explained on the preceding page, be aware that the passenger's side front airbag will not deploy in the event of a collision. In this case, the SRS system and Occupant Weight Sensor should be inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible. Modifications...
  • Page 17 Never try to open, remove, or repair any components in the OWS system. This could result in system malfunction. Maintenance or repairs should only be carried out by an a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. The front passenger's seat should not be modified in any way. This could reduce pressure on the seat cushion, which might interfere with the OWS system's function.

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    2 0 0 6 VOLVO Chapter 3 - Instruments and controls pg. 33 Instruments and controls Instrument panel 34 Indicator and warning symbols 35 Symbols on the left side of the instrument panel 36 Symbols on the right side of the instrument panel 37...
  • Page 19 1. Speedometer 2. Turn signal, left 3. Warning symbol See the next page for additional information. 4. Information display The display presents information and warning messages, the ambient temperature, and the clock, etc. When the ambient temperature is between 23° and 36°F (-5° and +2°C), a snowflake symbol is shown in the display. This symbol serves as a warning for possible slippery road surfaces.
  • Page 20 1. Stop the car as soon as possible in a suitable location. 2. Read the message in the information display. 3. Follow the instructions provided, or contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Information symbol The yellow information symbol lights up to alert the driver to a message in the information display. The message can...

  • Page 21: Symbols On The Left Side Of The Instrument Panel

    The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the computer senses a condition that potentially may need correcting. When this happens, please have your car checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible.

  • Page 22: Symbols On The Right Side Of The Instrument Panel

    If the oil level is normal and the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest trained and qualified Volvo service technician. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.

  • Page 23: Instrument Panel

    If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake system inspected.

  • Page 24: Center Console Controls

    Refer to your owner's manual. For additional information, please contact a trained and qualified SEE MANUAL Volvo service technician. SERVICE Take your car to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection as soon as possible REQUIRED (but preferably before the next scheduled maintenance service). TIME FOR...

  • Page 25: Lighting Panel

    The car's handling and stability characteristics will be altered with the anti-spin function disabled. NOTE:The anti-spin function will be automatically reactivated when the engine is started. Auxiliary equipment The button to the right of the STC/DSTC button can be used for Volvo-installed optional or auxiliary equipment. pg. 41 Lighting panel...
  • Page 26 1. Headlight/parking light switch 2. Instrument panel lighting 3. Front fog lights 4. Fuel filler door unlock button 5. Rear fog light Parking lights The front and rear parking lights can be turned on even when the ignition is switched off. Turn switch 1 to position The license plate lights also illuminate when the parking lights are switched on.

  • Page 27: Left-Side Steering Wheel Lever

    Instrument panel lighting The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition key is in position II and the light switch (1) is in either position Move the thumb wheel (2) up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness. Unlocking the fuel filler door With the ignition switched off, press button 4 to unlock the fuel filler door.

  • Page 28: Trip Computer

    4) to toggle between high and low beams. High beam flash Turn the ignition key to position II. Pull the turn signal lever to position 3. The high beams will remain on until the lever is released. Home safe lighting When you leave your car at night, you can make use of the home safe lighting function to illuminate the area in front of the car.

  • Page 29: Cruise Control (Option)

    in either direction. Twisting a fifth time (sixth time on Canadian models) returns you to the original function. The trip computer can be reset (average fuel consumption and average speed will be erased from system memory) by pressing RESET (C) for at least five seconds. Driving distance on current fuel reserve This function shows the approximate distance that can be driven on the fuel remaining in the tank.
  • Page 30 Increasing or decreasing speed Use + or - in the following ways to increase or decrease the vehicle's speed: Press and hold down + or - until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. This will become the set speed when the button is released.

  • Page 31: Right-Side Steering Wheel Lever

    Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Cruise control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades. pg. 46 Right-side steering wheel lever Windshield wipers A. Windshield/headlight washers B. Rain sensor (option) - on/off C.

  • Page 32: Rain Sensor

    When the lever has been pulled, high pressure jets mounted in the bumper will spray the headlights. The following applies to conserve washer fluid (see page 41 for information on the light switch positions): Low/high beam headlights on The headlights will be washed the first time the windshield is washed. Thereafter, the headlights will only be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed within a 10-minute period.
  • Page 33 The rain sensor is automatically deactivated: When the key is removed from the ignition. Five minutes after the ignition is switched off if the key is left in the ignition. C - Thumb wheel The thumb wheel is used to set the wiper interval when intermittent wiping is selected, or the sensitivity to the amount of rain on the windshield when the rain sensor is selected.

  • Page 34: Climate

    Refrigerant Volvo cares about the environment. The air conditioning system in your car contains a CFC-free refrigerant - R134a. This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 1.2 lbs (530 g) R134a (HFC 134a), and uses PAG oil.

  • Page 35: Personal Settings

    Personal settings There are two functions in the climate system that can be set to your preferences: Blower speed to Auto mode (models with ECC only). Timer controlled recirculation of the air in the passenger compartment. For information about how to make these settings, see the Personal settings section on page Models equipped with ECC (option)
  • Page 36 Climate system control panel 1. Blower speed 2. Recirculation 3. Defroster 4. Airflow controls 5. A/C - OFF/ON 6. Heated driver's seat 7. Heated front passenger's seat 8. Rear window and door mirror defrosters 9. Temperature selector Manual climate system functions 1.
  • Page 37 The air is not recirculated. pg. 65 Manual climate control 4. Airflow controls Press one of the three buttons in the illustration to activate the selected airflow. A symbol in the display above the climate control panel and a lit LED in the selected button indicate that the manual function has been selected.
  • Page 38 1. Auto - On/Off 2. Blower speed 3. Recirculation 4. Defroster 5. Airflow controls 6. A/C - ON/OFF 7. Heated driver's seat 8. Heated front passenger's seat 9. Rear window and door mirror defrosters 10. Temperature selector ECC functions 1. Auto -On/Off The AUTO function automatically regulates climate control to maintain the desired temperature.
  • Page 39 This function can be used to shut out exhaust fumes, smoke, etc from the passenger compartment. The air in the passenger compartment is then recirculated, i.e. no air from outside the car is taken into the car when this function is activated.
  • Page 40 Maximum heating: Press the button once - both LEDs light up. Reduced heating: Press the button a second time one LED lights up. Seat heating off: Press the button a third time - no LEDs are lit. 9. Rear window and door mirror defrosters Press to defrost the rear window and door mirrors.
  • Page 41 Air to the windows and from dashboard air vents. For good comfort in warm, dry weather. Airflow directed to the head and chest from the To ensure efficient cooling in a warm dashboard air vents. weather. Air to the floor and windows. For comfortable conditions and good There is also a certain amount of airflow to the defrosting in cold weather.

  • Page 42: Interior

    2 0 0 6 VOLVO Chapter 5 - Interior pg. 71 Interior Front seats 72 Interior lighting 75 Storage compartments 76 Rear seat 78 Trunk 80 pg. 72 Front seats Manual seat adjustment The driver's and passenger's seats can be adjusted in a number of ways to provide a comfortable driving and sitting position.

  • Page 43: Front Seats

    Folding down the front seat backrest WARNING! Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. Position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow. Folding down the front seat backrests (certain models) The front passenger's seat backrest can be folded down to provide room for long loads.
  • Page 44 If the ignition key is in position I or II. During a 10 minute period after the doors have been unlocked if the door remains open. If the door is closed and the ignition key is not yet in the ignition, or if the key is in position 0, the seat can be adjusted or during a period of 40 seconds.

  • Page 45: Interior Lighting

    Vanity mirror Raise the cover to switch on the light. pg. 75 Interior lighting 1 - Driver's side reading light, 2 - Courtesy lighting, 3 - Passenger's side reading light Interior lighting The reading lights can be switched on and off by pressing buttons 1 or 3. The function selector (2) can be set to three positions: Press the left side of the switch: the interior courtesy lighting is always on.

  • Page 46: Storage Compartments

    The automatic lighting goes out when: the engine is started the car is locked from the outside using the key or remote control. If the courtesy lighting is not switched off manually, it will be turned off automatically 5 minutes after the engine has been switched off.

  • Page 47: Rear Seat

    1. Storage pocket (also on front side of seat cushion) 2. Compartment in door panel 3. Ticket clip 4. Glove compartment 5. Waste bin (accessory), located behind the center instrument panel 6. Storage compartment and cup holders 7. Storage compartment and cup holders. WARNING! Anchor any heavy objects to prevent them from moving during sudden stops.
  • Page 48 the head restraint should be on a level with the midpoint of the rear side of the passenger's head (see illustration). To raise: slide the head restraint up to the desired height. To lower: Press the catch at the base of the right support and press the head restraint down. To remove: Pull the head restraint up far as possible.

  • Page 49: Trunk

    The red lock indicator is VISIBLE when the backrest is NOT locked in position and hidden when the backrest is correctly locked in place. When the backrest is in the upright position, it must always be correctly locked in place. When the rear seat is folded down, do not place heavy objects against the backs of the front seats.
  • Page 50 Grocery bag holder (option) The grocery bag holder keeps bags in place and prevents them from tipping over and spilling their contents in the trunk. Contents Top of Page...
  • Page 51 Loss of a remote control If either of the remote controls is lost, the other must be taken with the car to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. As an anti-theft measure, the code of the lost remote control must be erased from the system.
  • Page 52 If you misplace a key, take the other keys to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for reprogramming as an antitheft measure. USA - FCC ID: LTQWFS 125VO This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 53: Remote Control And Key Blade

    rearm after 2 minutes unless a door or the trunk has been opened. Automatic locking: When the car starts to move, the doors and trunk can be locked automatically. This feature can be turned on or off, see Personal settings on page 56 for more information.

  • Page 54: Valet Locking

    quarter turn to unlock the driver's door only. NOTE: After unlocking the driver's door with the key blade, opening the door will trigger the alarm. To disable the alarm: Press the Unlock button on the remote control, or insert the key in the ignition switch. Locking the doors with the detached key blade Lock the rear doors and the front passenger's door by pressing the lock button on each door.

  • Page 55: Remote Control Battery

    6. Press the cover back into place and tighten the screw. 7. Reinsert the key blade in the remote control. NOTE: The old battery should be disposed of properly at a recycling center or by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
  • Page 56 Locking/unlocking the car from the inside The switches near the door opening handles on the driver's and front passenger's doors can be used to lock or unlock all doors and the trunk, and to set the alarm. Unlocking: Press in the upper section in the lock button. A long press (at least two seconds) also opens all the side windows. Locking: Press in the lower section of the lock button.

  • Page 57: Alarm

    Locking the glove compartment The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachable key blade on the remote control. See page 84 for information on removing the key blade from the remote control. Unlock the glove compartment by turning the key a quarter of a turn (90°) counterclockwise. The key slot is vertical when the glove compartment is unlocked.
  • Page 58 Fault in the alarm system: If a fault has been detected in the alarm system, a message will be shown in the information display. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician to have the alarm system inspected and repaired if necessary.
  • Page 59 1. Disconnecting the sensors. 2. Not in use The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for approximately 5 minutes. Temporarily turning off the accessory alarm sensor(s) In certain situations it may be desirable to turn off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for example, you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or if a pet is left in the vehicle with the doors locked.

  • Page 60: Starting And Driving

    2 0 0 6 VOLVO Chapter 7 - Starting and driving pg. 91 Starting and driving General information 92 Fuel requirements 95 Ignition switch and steering wheel lock 98 Starting the vehicle 99 Manual transmission, 5-speed 101 Manual transmission, 6-speed 102...

  • Page 61: General Information

    pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear. Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature. Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.

  • Page 62: Wheels And Tires

    Volvo recommends the use of snow tires on all four wheels for winter driving - see the chapter "Wheels and tires." To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from freezing, add washer solvents containing antifreeze (see...

  • Page 63: Fuel Requirements

    Check all lights, including high beams. Reflective warning triangles are legally required in some states/provinces. Have a word with a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if you intend to drive in countries where it may be difficult to obtain the correct fuel.
  • Page 64 Fuel Formulations Do not use gasoline that contains lead as a knock inhibitor, and do not use lead additives. Besides damaging the exhaust emission control systems on your vehicle, lead has been strongly linked to certain forms of cancer. Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent.

  • Page 65: Ignition Switch And Steering Wheel Lock

    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. pg. 98 Ignition switch and steering wheel lock...

  • Page 66: Starting The Vehicle

    Release the key when the engine starts. The key returns automatically to the Drive position. A chime will sound if the key is left in the ignition and the driver's door is opened. Steering wheel lock When the key is removed from the ignition, the steering wheel locks so that it cannot be turned. If the front wheels are hard up against a curb, the steering wheel lock may be under too much tension to unlock.

  • Page 67: Manual Transmission, 5-Speed

    WARNING! Volvo's floor mats are specially manufactured for your car. They must be firmly secured in the clips on the floor so that they cannot slide and become trapped under the pedals on the driver's side. pg. 100 Starting the vehicle CAUTION! Automatic transmission: The engine should be idling when you move the gear selector.

  • Page 68: Manual Transmission, 6-Speed

    5-speed manual transmission (option on certain models) Depress the clutch pedal completely when changing gears Remove your foot from the clutch pedal while driving. The shift pattern should be followed. Overdrive (5th gear) should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. 1.

  • Page 69: Automatic Transmission - Geartronic

    6-speed manual transmission (option on certain models) Depress the clutch pedal completely when changing gears Remove your foot from the clutch pedal while driving. The shift pattern should be followed. Overdrive (5th and 6th gears) should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. Engaging reverse gear, 6-speed transmission Reverse gear should only be engaged from a complete stop.
  • Page 70 Shift gate positions Depress the button on the front of the gear selector knob to move the selector between the R, N, D, and P positions. The gear selector can be moved freely between the Geartronic (manual shifting) and (D)rive positions while driving. Gear selector positions P - Park Select the P position when starting or parking.

  • Page 71: Shiftlock Override

    D - Drive D is the normal driving position. The car automatically shifts between the various forward gears, based on the level of acceleration and speed. The car must be at a standstill when shifting to position D from position R Manual shifting - Geartronic The manual shifting mode (Geartronic) can be selected at any time, including while the car is moving.
  • Page 72 Overriding the shiftlock system Manually overriding the Shiftlock system: 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Depress the brake pedal. 3. There is a small cover behind P-R-N-D on the gear selector panel. Open the rear edge of the panel. 4. Insert the key blade (see page 84) or a screwdriver into the opening and press it down until it bottoms and move the gear selector out of the P position.
  • Page 73 2 0 0 6 VOLVO Chapter 8 - Volvo Service pg. 119 Wheels and tires General information 120 Tire inflation 122 Tire inflation pressure tables 124 Tire designations 125 Glossary of tire terminology 126 Vehicle loading 127 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 128...

  • Page 74: General Information

    WARNING! The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo are specified to meet stringent stability and handling requirements. Unapproved wheel/tire size combinations can negatively affect your vehicle's stability and handling. Approved tire sizes are shown in the Tire inflation pressure tables on page 124.

  • Page 75: Tire Inflation

    Tire age Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used, which can affect their reliability and roadholding characteristics. Therefore, all tires older than 6 years (including the spare tire and winter tires) should be inspected by a qualified technician, regardless of appearance or mileage.
  • Page 76 Tire inflation placard on Canadian models NOTE: The placards shown indicate inflation pressure for the tires installed on the car at the factory only. Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare, at least once a month and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate.

  • Page 77: Tire Inflation Pressure Tables

    61 (420) a. These weights include the weight of all occupants of the car plus cargo. b. 15" wheels should only be used on models with non-turbo engines, and with 15" front brakes. Consult your Volvo retailer. Optional tire pressure. These inflation pressures may only be used when the vehicle is not fully loaded.

  • Page 78: Tire Designations

    Speed ratings The speed ratings in the tables translate as follows: M = 81 mph (130 km/h), V= 149 mph (240 km/h) See also page 125 for an explanation of the designations on the sidewall of the tire. pg. 125 Tire designations Tire designations Federal law mandates that tire manufacturers place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires (see the illustration).

  • Page 79: Glossary Of Tire Terminology

    This limit is set by the tire manufacturer. Recommended tire inflation pressure: inflation pressure, established by Volvo, which is based on the type of tires that are mounted on a vehicle at the factory. This inflation pressure is affected by the number of occupants in the car, the amount of cargo, and the speed at which the vehicle will be driven for a prolonged period.

  • Page 80: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Federal/ Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) label, and the vehicle's tire information placard: Curb weight The weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment.
  • Page 81 Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions: Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo approved snow chains. If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are of a size different than the original tires and wheels, chains in some cases CANNOT be used.

  • Page 82: Temporary Spare

    Recommended tire pressure (see the placard on the B-pillar or on the fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the car the temporary spare tire is used on. In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer. WARNING! Current legislation prohibits the use of the "temporary spare"...

  • Page 83: Tire Rotation

    Low and high wheel nuts Wheel nuts There are two different types of wheel nut, depending on whether the wheels are steel or aluminum. Steel rims - low nut Steel rims are normally secured using the low type of nut, although steel rims may also use the high type. WARNING! Never use the short type of nut for aluminium wheels.

  • Page 84: Changing A Wheel

    Incorrectly mounted tires impair the car's braking properties and ability to force aside rain, snow and slush. The tires with the most tread should always be at the rear (to reduce the risk of skidding). Contact a Volvo workshop if you are unsure about the tread depth. pg. 133 Changing a wheel Changing a wheel The spare tire, jack, and crank are located under the carpet on the floor of the trunk.
  • Page 85 7. Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground. 8. Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and carefully remove the wheel so as not to damage the threads on the studs. pg. 134 Changing a wheel WARNING! The jack must correctly engage the jack attachment.
  • Page 86 arm (3). 2. Place the jack in the storage space. Fold in the jack's crank (4) and place the lug wrench (5) on the jack. 3. Screw the jack's retaining pin into hole 6 so that it holds the jack securely in place. 4.
  • Page 87 Cleaning exterior plastic components should be done with a cleaning agent specially designed for this purpose. Solvents or stain removers should not be used. Consult your Volvo retailer. NOTE: When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills.
  • Page 88 (45° C). CAUTION! Volvo does not recommend the use of long-life or durable paint protection coatings, some of which may claim to prevent pitting, fading, oxidation, etc. These coatings have not been tested by Volvo for compatibility with your vehicle's clear coat. Some of them may cause the clear coat to soften, crack, or cloud. Damage caused by application of paint protection coatings may not be covered under your vehicle's paint warranty.
  • Page 89 Volvo also offers a special leather softener that should be applied after the cleaner and protectant. It leaves leather soft and smooth, and reduces friction between leather and other finishes in the vehicle.
  • Page 90 Primer - can Paint - touch-up pen Brush Masking tape NOTE: When touching up the vehicle, it should be clean and dry. The surface temperature should be above 60° F (15° If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and an undamaged layer of paint remains, the touch-up paint can be applied as soon as the spot has been cleaned.

  • Page 91: Maintenance And Servicing

    This maintenance program contains inspections and services necessary for the proper function of your vehicle. The maintenance services contain several checks that require special tools and training, and therefore must be performed by a qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in top condition, specify time-tested and proven Genuine Volvo Parts and Accessories.

  • Page 92: Maintaining Your Car

    Your Volvo passed several major inspections before it was delivered to you, in accordance with Volvo specifications. The maintenance procedures outlined in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet, many of which will positively affect your vehicle's emissions, should be performed as indicated. It is recommended that receipts for vehicle emission maintenance be retained in case questions arise concerning maintenance.

  • Page 93: Hood And Engine Compartment

    OBD II system to "ready" for inspection. A half-hour trip of mixed stop- and-go/ highway driving is typically needed to allow OBD II to reach readiness. Your Volvo retailer can provide you with more information on planning a trip.

  • Page 94: Engine Oil

    Opening the hood To open the hood: Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the hood lock. Lift the hood slightly. Press up the release control located under the front edge of the hood (at the center) up to the right, and lift the hood. WARNING! Check that the hood locks engage properly when closed.
  • Page 95 NOTE: Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives. Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance intervals except at owner request and at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.

  • Page 96: Fluids

    5. Switch off the engine and wait for at least 10-15 minutes and recheck the oil level. If necessary, add oil until the level is near the Max mark. CAUTION! Not checking the oil level regularly can result in serious engine damage if the oil level becomes too low. Oil that is lower than the specified quality can damage the engine.
  • Page 97 NOTE: Do not top off with water only. This reduces the rust-protective and antifreeze qualities of the coolant and has a lower boiling point. It can also cause damage to the cooling system if it should freeze. Top off with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze only (a 50/50 mix of water and antifreeze).

  • Page 98: Wiper Blades

    Replace: The fluid should be replaced according to the intervals specified in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet. When driving under extremely hard conditions (mountain driving, etc), it may be necessary to replace the fluid more often. Consult your Volvo retailer. Always entrust brake fluid changing to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.

  • Page 99: Battery

    Replacing windshield wiper blades 1. Fold out the wiper arm and fold out the wiper blade at a 90° angle to the wiper arm. 2. Pull off the wiper blade from the attachment, straight to the side. 3. Slide in a new wiper blade at a 90° angle to the wiper arm. 4.
  • Page 100 Driving habits and conditions, climate, the number of starts, etc. all affect the service life and function of the battery. In order for your battery to perform satisfactorily, keep the following in mind: Check the fluid level in each cell in the battery every 24 months or every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), whichever is sooner.
  • Page 101 4. Remove the cover and unscrew the front side of the battery box using a screwdriver. 5. Disconnect the battery negative (ground) 6. Release the clamp holding the battery. 7. Disconnect the positive cable and lift out the battery. Install the new battery in the reverse order. WARNING! Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.

  • Page 102: Audio

    2 0 0 6 VOLVO Chapter 11 - Audio pg. 163 Audio Audio functions 164 Radio functions 166 CD player/CD changer (option) 170 Compact disc care 172 Audio menu settings and selections 173 pg. 164 Audio functions Audio system controls 1.

  • Page 103: Audio Functions

    level is also adjusted automatically according to the vehicle's speed, see page 165 for more information on this function. Optional steering wheel keypad Steering wheel keypad (option) The four buttons on the steering wheel keypad can be used to control the audio system. The steering wheel keypad can be used to adjust volume, shift between preset stations and change CD tracks.
  • Page 104 Press MENU followed by ENTER. Select AUDIO SETTINGS and press ENTER. Select SUBWOOFER and press ENTER. Surround sound Surround settings are used to balance sound levels throughout the vehicle. Surround settings for FM and CD are stored separately. NOTE: Dolby Surround Pro Logic II is only available on the Premium Sound system. When listening to FM radio stations, Dolby Surround Pro Logic II functions best in areas with strong reception.

  • Page 105: Radio Functions

    * Default setting. To set the level of speed compensation: Press MENU followed by ENTER. Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER. Select ASC in the menu and press ENTER. Select Low, Medium, or High and press ENTER. pg.
  • Page 106 NOTE: A total of 30 stations can be stored; 10 stations each in AM, FM1 and FM2. Automatically storing a station Pressing AUTO (7) automatically searches for and stores up to ten strong AM or FM stations in a separate memory. If more than ten stations are found, the ten strongest ones are stored.
  • Page 107 The RBDS or Radio Broadcast Data System operates in the FM band only, and the information transmitted is supplied exclusively by participating broadcasters. Volvo has no control over the accuracy of the data or information. Coverage by local broadcasters may be limited at this time, but as the technology and benefits grow, you will find the radio in your car is equipped to take advantage of this system.
  • Page 108 Switch off/deactivate (Clear all PTY) News Information Sports Talk Rock Classic rock Adult hits Soft rock Top 40 Country Oldies Soft Nostalgia Jazz Classical Rhythm and Blues Soft R&B Language Religious music Religious talk Personality Public College Weather Search for a specific station format This functions enables you to search for a certain station format by searching through the entire FM waveband.

  • Page 109: Cd Player/Cd Changer (Option)

    Resetting RBDS functions This function restores all radio settings to the original factory settings. Select FM1 or FM2 and press the MENU button. Press ENTER. Select ADVANCED RADIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER. Select RESET ALL in the menu and press ENTER. Press ENTER again to confirm your selection.
  • Page 110 Changing tracks Press the left or right arrow keys on the MENU NAVIGATION control to skip to the previous or next track. NOTE: The TUNING dial (6) (turn clockwise to go to the next track, or counterclockwise to go to the previous track) or the optional steering wheel keypad can also be used for this purpose.

  • Page 111: Compact Disc Care

    Do not put tape or labels on the disc itself. They could become stuck in the player. Volvo does not recommend the use of plastic outer rings on the disc. Condensation may occur on discs/ optical components of the changer in cold winter weather. The disc can be dried with a clean, lint-free cloth.
  • Page 112 4.2.2.3 Channel* 4.2.3. OFF* 4.3. SUBWOOFER ON (default)/OFF* (accessory) 4.4. EQUALIZER FRONT (certain audio systems) 4.5. EQUALIZER REAR (certain audio systems) 4.6. Auto. volume control (speed compensated volume) 4.6.1. Low* 4.6.2. Medium (default)* 4.6.3. High* 4.7. RESET ALL AM menu 1.
  • Page 113 CD changer menu 1. RANDOM 1.1. Off (default)* 1.2. Single Disc* 1.3. All Discs* 2. DISC TEXT ON/OFF (default)* 3. AUDIO SETTINGS 3.1. SURROUND FM (Premium sound system only) 3.1.1. Dolby Pro Logic II* 3.1.2.3 Channel* 3.1.3. Off (default)* 3.2. SURROUND CD (Premium sound system only) 3.2.1.

  • Page 114: Specifications

    Dimensions and weights 177 Fuel, oils, and fluids 178 Engine oil 179 Engine specifications 180 Electrical system 181 Three-way catalytic converter 182 Volvo programs 183 pg. 176 Label information 1. Vacuum hose routing (underside of hood) 2. Model plate Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

  • Page 115: Dimensions And Weights

    5. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS) standards (Canada) Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the facing side of the driver's door. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.

  • Page 116: Fuel, Oils, And Fluids

    MTF 97309-10 2.1 US quarts (2.0 liters) - turbo models Coolant Volvo original coolant/antifreeze (50/50 mixture 9 US quarts (8.5 liters) - models with automatic of water and anti-freeze) transmission 8.5 US quarts (8.0 liters) - models with manual transmission Brake fluid DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F (280°C), P/N...
  • Page 117 Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures) Operation in hot climates When temperatures exceed 86° F (30° C) in your area, Volvo recommends, for the protection of your engine, that you use a heavier weight oil, such as SAE 10W-30. See the viscosity chart.

  • Page 118: Engine Specifications

    90/3.54 93.2/3.67 Compression ratio 10.3:1 10.3:1 9.0:1 Spark plugs Volvo kit no. type Volvo kit no. 30650843 Volvo kit no. 30650843 30650379 (3x) 0.024 ± 0.004 in./0.6 ± (3x) 0.024 ± 0.004 in./0.6 ± gap inches/mm 0.027in./0.7mm 0.1mm 0.1mm tightening torque ft. lbs./Nm 22.5 ft.

  • Page 119: Three-Way Catalytic Converter

    Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON CALL roadside assistance. Additional information, features, and benefits are described in a separate information package in your glove compartment. If you have misplaced your package, dial: In the U.S.A.
  • Page 120 These professional technicians are best able to analyze vehicle problems and perform the necessary maintenance procedures to keep your Volvo at peak operating condition. pg. 184 Contents Top of Page...
  • Page 121 2 0 0 6 VOLVO Index pg. 185-188 Index Numerics 12 volt socket, in trunk 12 volt socket, rear seat 12 volt sockets ABS (anti-lock brake system) Active yaw control - AYC Airbag system Alarm 89, 90 All Wheel Drive...
  • Page 122 Bulbs Capacities, fluids Catalytic converter, three-way CD player Central locking system, remote controls Changing a tire Changing oil Charge air cooler Child restraint anchorages Child safety Child safety locks Clock setting button Cold weather precautions Collision status Compact disc care Compass in rearview mirror Coolant Courtesy lighting...

  • Page 123: Glove Compartment

    Fog lights Front airbags 15, 16 Front fog light, replacing Front fog lights Front seats, manual adjustment Front seats, power Fuel filler cap Fuel filler door Fuel filler door, unlocking Fuel gauge Fuel requirements Fuel system Fuel tank capacity Fuse box in the passenger compartment, accessing Fuses Fuses in the engine compartment Fuses in the passenger compartment...
  • Page 124 Information display, messages in Information symbol 34, 35 Inspection readiness Instrument overview Instrument panel Instrument panel lighting Interior lighting ISOFIX/LATCH anchors Jack, positioning correctly Jump starting Key blade Keylock Kickdown Label information LATCH anchors License plate lighting, replacing Lighting panel Loading the vehicle Long distance trips Low beam bulb, replacing...

  • Page 125: Parking Brake

    Paint touch up Parking lights, instrument Panic alarm, central locking system remote control Parking assist Parking brake Parking light bulb, replacing Parking lights Passenger's side front airbag, disabling Personal settings PI (Program Information) seek Polishing Power door mirrors Power front seats Power moonroof Power steering fluid Power windows...
  • Page 126 Safety locks, child Seat belt maintenance Seat belt reminder Seat belts SEE MANUAL SERVICE REQUIRED Shiftlock Shiftlock override Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags Side marker light, replacing Speedometer Spin control - SC SRS warning light Stability system 109, 110 Start inhibitor (immobilizer) Station formats Steering wheel adjustment Steering wheel lock...
  • Page 127 Vanity mirror Vanity mirror lighting, replacing Vehicle Event Data Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle loading Volvo and the environment Volvo Customer Care Center, contacting 1, 16, Volvo Inflatable Curtain Volvo maintenance Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance W Winter/Wet driving mode Warning flashers...

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