Page 1 VOLVO S60 Owner's manual Web Edition...
Page 3 Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust that you vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any impair- will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, an automobile ment that could hinder your ability to drive.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents 00 Introduction 01 Safety 02 Locks and alarm Important information......... 8 Occupant safety........18 Remote key and key blade....... 54 Environment..........13 Reporting safety defects......19 Valet locking ..........62 Important warnings........14 Seat belts ..........20 Keyless drive..........63 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..
Page 5 Contents 03 Your driving environment 04 Comfort and driving pleasure 05 Infotainment Instruments and controls......78 Volvo Sensus.......... 130 Introduction..........204 Ignition modes.......... 86 Menus and messages......131 Getting started ........206 Seats............88 The MY CAR menus....... 133 General infotainment functions ....210 Steering wheel..........
Page 6 06 During your trip 07 Wheels and tires 08 Maintenance and specifications Driving recommendations....... 250 General information ....... 270 Volvo maintenance........298 Refueling..........254 Tire inflation..........273 Maintaining your car....... 299 Loading........... 259 Inflation pressure ........275 Hood and engine compartment....301 Towing a trailer........
Page 7 Contents 09 Specifications 10 Index Label information........334 Index............348 Specifications......... 336 Overview of information and warning sym- bols............343 Volvo programs........346...
Page 8: Introduction
• Before you operate your vehicle for the first whose purpose is to provide important infor- Volvo Cars of North America, LLC time, please familiarize yourself with the mation in a clear and concise way. The impor- information found in the chapters "Your...
Page 9 Introduction Important information Risk of damage to the vehicle Information Types of lists used in the manual Procedures Procedures (step-by-step instructions), or actions that must be carried out in a certain order, are arranged in numbered lists in this manual. If there is a series of illustrations associated with step-by-step instructions, each step in the procedure is numbered in the same...
Page 10 Cali- fornia to cause cancer, and birth defects or • • Volvo reserves the right to make model Coolant other reproductive harm. In addition, certain changes at any time, or to change spec- •...
Page 11 Shiftlock Points to keep in mind Crash event data • Do not export your Volvo to another coun- When your vehicle is parked, the gear selector This vehicle is equipped with an event data try before investigating that country's is locked in the P (Park) position. To release the recorder (EDR).
Page 12 Customer Care Center diagnose and rectify any faults that have 1 Volvo Drive, P.O. box 914 occurred in the vehicle and to enable Volvo to fulfill legal and other regulatory requirements. Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647...
Page 13: Environment
Recycling ventional gasoline-powered internal combus- As part of Volvo’s commitment to the environ- Volvo is committed to the well being of its cus- tion engines, Volvo is actively looking at ment, it is essential for the vehicle to be recy- tomers.
Page 14: Important Warnings
Your new ted, or if you allow accessories to be instal- quicker and simpler. Volvo is, or can be, equipped with many fea- led by someone unfamiliar with your vehi- • Never use portable computers or personal ture-rich entertainment and communication cle.
Page 15 Introduction...
Page 16 Occupant safety..................18 Reporting safety defects................. 19 Seat belts ....................20 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........... 24 Occupant Weight Sensor ............... 29 Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags ........... 33 Inflatable Curtain (IC) ................35 Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS........... 36 Crash mode....................
Page 17 S A F E T Y...
Page 18: 01 Safety
• Safety is Volvo's cornerstone. Our concern If you are taking any medication, consult dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled your physician about its potential effects on your driving abilities. off the production line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy- •...
Page 19: Reporting Safety Defects
Trans- could cause injury or death, you ice campaign, safety or emission port Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars should immediately inform the of Canada Corp. recall or similar action, it should be National Highway Traffic Safety completed as soon as possible.
Page 20: Seat Belts
Children should be prop- erly restrained, using an infant, car, or booster seat determined by age, weight and height. Volvo also believes no child should sit in the front seat of a vehicle. Most states and provinces make it mandatory for occupants of a vehicle to use seat belts.
Page 21 Each seat belt (except for the driver's belt) belt back into the retractor slot. Volvo service technician only. is equipped with the ALR/ELR function, which is designed to help keep the seat belt Seat belt maintenance •...
Page 22 01 Safety Seat belts • Seat belt reminder It provides information about which seat Seat belt use during pregnancy belts are fastened in the rear seat. A mes- sage will appear in the information display when a belt is being used. This message will disappear after approximately 6 sec- onds or can be erased by pressing the READ button on the left steering wheel...
Page 23 01 Safety Seat belts a distance as possible between their belly and the steering wheel. Child seats Please refer to page 42 for information on securing child seats with the seat belts.
Page 24: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
As an enhancement to the three-point seat 10 minutes and disconnect the battery. ence in the system could cause mal- belts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supple- function and serious injury. All work on 2. Follow the instructions for manually mental Restraint System (SRS).
Page 25 01 Safety Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Front airbags The passenger's side front airbag is folded behind a panel located above the glove com- partment. WARNING • The airbags in the vehicle are designed to be a SUPPLEMENT to–not a replace- ment for–the three-point seat belts.
Page 26 (e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixed nent in the SRS system, please contact a object at a low speed, the front airbags will trained and qualified Volvo service technician not necessarily deploy. or Volvo customer support: •...
Page 27 • Volvo's front airbags use special sen- fastened. sors that are integrated with the front Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visors •...
Page 28 • Never try to open the airbag cover on the steering wheel or the passenger's side dashboard. This should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants.
Page 29: Occupant Weight Sensor
• a child or a small person occupies the front fied Volvo service technician as soon as of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard passenger's seat. possible.
Page 30 Volvo recommends that children always be properly This condition reflects limitations of the OWS restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats. Do not assume that the passenger's side front airbag is disabled classification capability.
Page 31 01 Safety Occupant Weight Sensor In the USA WARNING WARNING Volvo Cars of North America, LLC • • No objects that add to the total weight Keep the following points in mind with on the seat should be placed on the respect to the OWS system.
Page 32 01 Safety Occupant Weight Sensor WARNING • Do not place any type of object on the front passenger's seat in such a way that jamming, pressing, or squeezing occurs between the object and the front seat, other than as a direct result of the correct use of the Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retrac- tor (ALR/ELR) seat belt (see page 40).
Page 33: Side Impact Protection (Sips) Airbags
01 Safety Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags General information NOTE SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact. The airbags are not designed to deploy in all side impact situations. Components in the SIPS airbag system This SIPS airbag system consists of a gas gen- erator, the side airbag modules built into the outboard sides of both front seat backrests,...
Page 34 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 occupants should sit in an upright posi- tion with the seat belt properly fastened.
Page 35: Inflatable Curtain (Ic)
Only adults should sit in the front seats. done only by a trained and qualified Children must never be allowed in the front Volvo service technician. passenger seat, see page 40 for guide- lines. Failure to follow these instructions can •...
Page 36: Whiplash Protection System - Whips
Volvo service technician, the backrest/head restraint to help support the even if the seats appear to be undam- occupant's head before moving slightly rear- aged.
Page 37 01 Safety Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS WARNING WARNING • Any contact between the front seat back- Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind rests and the folded rear seat or a rear-fac- the front seats could impede the func- ing child seat could impede the function of tion of the WHIPS system.
Page 38: Crash Mode
Restoring the vehicle to normal operat- ing status should only be done by a displayed, the vehicle may be moved carefully trained and qualified Volvo service tech- from its present position, if for example, it is Driving after a collision nician.
Page 39: Child Safety
When a child has outgrown the child safety or increasing the injury of a child. seat, you should use the rear seat with the Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint standard seat belt fastened. The best way to systems for all occupants including children.
Page 40 1. Attach the seat belt to the child seat Why does Volvo believe that no child should sit child’s reach. Unsupervised children according to the child seat manufacturer's in the front seat of a car? It's quite simple really.
Page 41 01 Safety Child safety Volvo recommends that you do not dis- connect the airbag system in your vehicle. • Volvo strongly recommends that everyone in the vehicle be properly restrained. • Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet...
Page 42: Child Restraint Systems
01 Safety Child restraint systems Child restraints Convertible seat Booster cushion Infant seat WARNING WARNING There are three main types of child restraint A child seat should never be used in the Always refer to the child restraint manufac- systems: infant seats, convertible seats, and front passenger seat of any vehicle with a turer's instructions for detailed information booster cushions.
Page 43 • A small child's head represents a con- siderable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo recom- mends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recommends that chil- dren should ride rearward facing, prop- erly restrained, as long as possible.
Page 44: Infant Seats
01 Safety Infant seats Securing an infant seat with a seat belt WARNING A child seat should never be used in the front passenger seat of any vehicle with a front passenger airbag – not even if the "Passenger airbag off" symbol near the rear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehicles equipped with Occupant Weight Sensor).
Page 45 01 Safety Infant seats Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt Ensure that the seat is securely in place 4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt 6. Push and pull the infant seat along the seat out as far as possible to activate the belt's belt path to ensure that it is held securely automatic locking function.
Page 46: Convertible Seats
• A small child's head represents a con- siderable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo recom- mends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recommends that chil- dren should ride rearward facing, prop- erly restrained, as long as possible.
Page 47 01 Safety Convertible seats time and is normal. The seat belt should now be locked in place. Fasten the seat belt Ensure that the seat is securely in place 3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch WARNING plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt click is audible.
Page 48: Booster Cushions
01 Safety Booster cushions Securing a booster cushion Positioning the seat belt Position the child correctly on the booster cushion 4. Ensure that the seat belt is pulled taut and fits snugly around the child. Booster cushions are recommended for chil- dren who have outgrown convertible seats.
Page 49: Isofix/Latch Lower Anchors
4. Firmly tension the lower child seat straps according to the manufacturer's instruc- tions. WARNING Volvo's ISOFIX/LATCH anchors conform to FMVSS/CMVSS standards. Always refer to the child restraint system's manual for weight and size ratings. Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIX/...
Page 50: Top Tether Anchors
An adult Your Volvo is equipped with child restraint top who uses a belt anchored in a child tether anchorages in the rear seat. They are restraint anchorage runs a great risk of located on the rear parcel shelf.
Page 51: Child Safety Locks
01 Safety Child safety locks Child safety locks Child safety locks – rear doors The controls are located on the rear door jambs. Use the remote control's key blade or a screwdriver to adjust these controls. The rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the slot is in the horizon- tal position.
Page 52 Remote key and key blade..............54 Valet locking ................... 62 Keyless drive................... 63 Locks....................... 67 Alarm....................... 72...
Page 53 L O C K S A N D A L A R M...
Page 54: 02 Locks And Alarm
USA-5WK49264 If either of the remote keys is lost, the other nents. The remote keys contain detachable should be taken with the car to a Volvo retailer. FCC ID:KR55WK49264 + Siemens VDO metal key blades for manually locking or As an anti-theft measure, the code of the lost...
Page 55 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Operation is subject to the following condi- functions activated, the following will occur confirmation light by pressing OK/ tions: (1) this device may not cause interfer- when the vehicle is locked/unlocked: MENU.
Page 56 (1) This device may not cause harmful Insert car key Remote key not rec- qualified Volvo service technician for reprog- interference, and (2) this device must accept ognized during start. ramming as an anti-theft measure. The follow-...
Page 57 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Common functions: Remote key/ After a short pause, press the Unlock button a NOTE second time within 10 seconds to unlock the Personal Car Communicator (PCC)* Any excess weight (snow, etc.) on the trunk other doors and the trunk.
Page 58 NOTE If none of the indicator lights flash when the information button has been pressed sev- eral times from different places in relation to the vehicle, contact an authorized Volvo Steady green light: the vehicle is correctly service technician. locked.
Page 59 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Removing the key blade NOTE NOTE • If none of the indicator lights illuminate when The approach lighting, panic alarm, and the information button is pressed, this may the functions controlled by the informa- be because the most recent transmission tion button have a range of approxi- between the vehicle and the PCC was inter-...
Page 60 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade wise approximately one-quarter turn to unlock Opening the remote key/PCC the driver's door only. Slide the spring loaded catch to the side. NOTE Pull the key blade straight out of the After unlocking the driver's door with the remote key.
Page 61 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade PCC (two batteries) 1. Use a screwdriver to pry out the old bat- teries. 2. Insert the first new battery with the (+) side upward. 3. Insert the plastic spacer over the battery. Insert the second new battery on top of the plastic spacer, with the + side downward.
Page 62: Valet Locking
02 Locks and alarm Valet locking Blocking access to the trunk to block access to the trunk and glove com- Turn the key blade180 degrees clockwise. partment for e.g., valet parking or when the Remove the key blade from the lock. A vehicle is brought to the retailer for service.
Page 63: Keyless Drive
02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive Keyless drive* (models with Personal Lock settings Keyless entry. See page NOTE Car Communicator only) 133 for a description of the menu system. • The gear selector must in the P position before the vehicle can be locked and Keyless locking and unlocking NOTE the alarm can be armed.
Page 64 02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive The driver's door on vehicles equipped with Locking the vehicle Keyless drive remote key and driver's keyless drive can be locked or unlocked with seat/door mirror memory the remote key's detachable key blade if nec- •...
Page 65 02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive When at least one PCC has been returned to CAUTION Location of the keyless drive antennas the car, the message will be erased in the dis- Changes or modifications not expressly play and the audible signal will stop when: approved by the manufacturer could void the •...
Page 66 02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive WARNING People with implanted pacemakers should not allow the pacemaker to come closer than 9 inches (22 cm) to any of the keyless drive system's antennas. This is to help pre- vent interference between the pacemaker and the keyless drive system.
Page 67: Locks
02 Locks and alarm Locks Locking and unlocking the vehicle Manual locking In the horizontal position, the door cannot be opened from the outside. In certain situations (e.g., if there is no electrical From outside the vehicle current in the vehicle), the doors can be locked In the vertical position, the door can be The remote key locks and unlocks all of the manually.
Page 68 02 Locks and alarm Locks Lock buttons in the rear side doors same time. Press to lock and NOTE unlock. Please be aware that locking the vehicle in this way makes it possible to lock the Unlocking remote key in the passenger compartment. The vehicle can be unlocked from inside the To help avoid this, lock the vehicle from the vehicle in two ways:...
Page 69 02 Locks and alarm Locks can be turned on or off by pressing MY CAR Opening the trunk manually Locking/unlocking the trunk and going to Car settings Lock settings Automatic door locking. See page 133 for a description of the menu system. Glove compartment Trunk unlock button on the remote key The trunk is held closed by an electronic lock-...
Page 70 02 Locks and alarm Locks The alarm indicator light on the dashboard will Unlocking the trunk with the key blade Locking the trunk with the remote key ± stop flashing to indicate that the alarm is not Press the lock button on the remote, see monitoring the entire vehicle.
Page 71 02 Locks and alarm Locks Opening the trunk from the inside (U.S. WARNING models only) • Keep vehicle doors and trunk locked and keep keys out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock them- selves in an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.
Page 72: Alarm
The indicator light flashes rapidly before play if a fault should occur in the alarm system. the remote key is inserted in the ignition Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service slot and the ignition is put in mode I—the technician.
Page 73 02 Locks and alarm Alarm Disarming the alarm Remote key not functioning Reduced alarm function ± If the remote key is not functioning properly, Press the Unlock button on the remote key. Turning off the accessory alarm sensors the alarm can be turned off and the vehicle can >...
Page 74 02 Locks and alarm Alarm deactivated when the vehicle is locked. Press EXIT to cancel. 4. Press OK/MENU and lock the vehicle. The next time the engine is started, the alarm system will be reset and Full guard will appear in the instrument panel display.
Page 75 02 Locks and alarm...
Page 76 Instruments and controls................ 78 Ignition modes..................86 Seats....................... 88 Steering wheel..................94 Lighting....................96 Wipers and washers................102 Power windows..................104 Mirrors....................106 Compass*....................108 Power moonroof*.................. 109 ® HomeLink Wireless Control System*..........111 Starting the engine................114 Transmission..................118 Brakes....................
Page 77 Y O U R D R I V I N G E N V I R O N M E N T...
Page 78: 03 Your Driving Environment
03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Instrument overview...
Page 79 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Information displays Function Page Function Page Menus and mes- Infotainment sys- sages, turn signals, page 133, tem controls high/low beams, 99, 96, Climate system trip computer controls Cruise control Gear selector Horn, airbag 95, 25 Controls for active chassis (Four-C)*...
Page 80 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Gauges This will be noticeable as a pronounced bol, which only goes out when the brake is dis- unevenness in engine speed. engaged. If the engine does not start or if the function Indicator, information, and warning check is carried out in ignition mode II, all sym- symbols...
Page 81 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- If the warning light remains on, the vehicle Symbol Description ice technician as soon as possible. should be driven to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection, see...
Page 82 Have the system(s) Low oil pressure • If either of these indicators flash faster inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo If the light comes on while driving, stop the than normal, the direction indicators are service technician as soon as possible.
Page 83 Instruments and controls MIN, the vehicle should be transported to an Seat belt reminder WARNING authorized Volvo workshop to have the brake This symbol comes on for approximately 6 sec- • If the fluid level is below the MIN mark system checked.
Page 84 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Reminder – doors not closed Odometer display Turn the control clockwise/counterclockwise to set the time. The set time is shown in the If one of the doors, the hood or trunk lid is not Button for toggling between information display.
Page 85 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls 3. Turn TUNE to set the correct hour and press OK to confirm the setting and deac- tivate this box. 4. Turn TUNE to select the minute box (A) and press OK to activate this box (B). 5.
Page 86: Ignition Modes
03 Your driving environment Ignition modes Inserting and removing the remote key Removing the remote key Returning to mode 0 from mode I The remote key can be removed from the igni- Open the driver's door. tion slot by pulling it out. Ignition mode functions Ignition modes The various ignition modes are accessed with...
Page 87 03 Your driving environment Ignition modes Starting and stopping the engine See page 114 for information on starting the engine and switching it off. Emergency towing See page 265 for more information.
Page 88: Seats
03 Your driving environment Seats Front seats Lift the catches on the rear of the backrest. WARNING • Do not adjust the seat while driving. The Without releasing the catches, push the seat should be adjusted so that the backrest forward. brake pedal can be depressed fully.
Page 89 03 Your driving environment Seats Power seat* Programming the memory NOTE Three different seating and door mirror posi- • Only one of the power seat's controls tions can be stored in the driver seat's memory. can be used at the same time. The following example explains how button (1) •...
Page 90 03 Your driving environment Seats Remote keyless entry system and the 1. Unlock the driver's door with the same Emergency stop remote control (the one used to lock the If the seat accidentally begins to move, press driver's seat and door mirrors doors).
Page 91 03 Your driving environment Seats Rear seats The center head restraint should be adjusted Automatically folding down the rear according to the passenger's height. The seat’s outboard head restraints Rear center head restraint restraint should be carefully adjusted to sup- port the occupant's head.
Page 92 03 Your driving environment Seats 1. Pull the release control handle(s). CAUTION WARNING 2. Fold the backrest forward. Adjust the cen- The rear head restraints should not be kept • Keep vehicle doors and trunk locked ter seat head restraint if necessary. folded down for prolonged periods.
Page 93 03 Your driving environment Seats WARNING • When one or more sections of the back- rest is returned to the upright position, check that it is properly locked in place by pushing and pulling it. The red indi- cators should also not be visible. •...
Page 94: Steering Wheel
03 Your driving environment Steering wheel Adjusting 2. Remove the remote key from the ignition WARNING slot. Never adjust the steering wheel while driv- 3. Open the driver's door. ing. > A sound will be audible when the steer- ing wheel lock engages. With the optional speed-dependent power steering the level of steering force can be Vehicles with keyless drive*...
Page 95 03 Your driving environment Steering wheel Horn Horn ± Press the steering wheel hub to sound the horn.
Page 96: Lighting
03 Your driving environment Lighting Lighting panel High/low beam headlights High/low beam headlights Continuous high beams 1. Set the ignition to mode II. 2. With the light switch in position 0 or , pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel to position 2 to toggle between high and low beams (this also applies on models equipped with the...
Page 97 Active Bending Lights (ABL)* system. a trained and qualified NOTE Volvo serv- This function is only active in twilight or dark ice techni- conditions, and only when the vehicle is in cian. motion. If a fault should occur in the system, the symbol will illuminate and a message will be displayed as shown in the table.
Page 98 03 Your driving environment Lighting Parking lights Rear fog light NOTE The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal taillights and should be used only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft.
Page 99 03 Your driving environment Lighting When turning Interior lighting, front NOTE Move the lever as far up or down as possi- • Regulations regarding the use of the ble to start the turn signals. The turn signals will hazard warning flasher may vary, be cancelled automatically by the movement of depending on where you live.
Page 100 03 Your driving environment Lighting Interior lighting, rear Overhead courtesy lighting Home safe lighting The passenger compartment lighting is When you leave your vehicle at night, you can switched on and off automatically when button make use of the home safe lighting function to (3) is in the neutral position.
Page 101 03 Your driving environment Lighting The time interval for this lighting can be set by pressing MY CAR and going to Car settings Light settings Approach light duration. See page 133 for a description of the menu system.
Page 102: Wipers And Washers
03 Your driving environment Wipers and washers Windshield wipers/washers Windshield wipers off (the wipers will sweep the windshield more fre- quently) or down (the wipers will sweep the Move the lever to position 0 to switch windshield less frequently). off the windshield wipers. Single sweep NOTE Move the lever upward from position...
Page 103 03 Your driving environment Wipers and washers The rain sensor is automatically deactivated Heated washer nozzles* when the key is removed from the ignition slot The washer nozzles are heated automatically or five minutes after the ignition has been in cold weather to help prevent the washer fluid switched off.
Page 104: Power Windows
03 Your driving environment Power windows Power windows Operating NOTE • Movement of the windows will stop if they are obstructed in any way. • To reduce buffeting wind noise if the rear windows are opened, also open the front windows slightly. Manual up/down ±...
Page 105 03 Your driving environment Power windows Integrated rear sun shade* Integrated sun shade ± Pull up the sun shade and attach its hooks to the ceiling clips. > The sun shade's spring-loading will pull it taut. When not in use, release the hooks and hold the sun shade while it retracts.
Page 106: Mirrors
03 Your driving environment Mirrors Power door mirrors Retractable power door mirrors* To activate this function, select reverse gear and press the L or R mirror control button to tilt The mirrors can be retracted for parking/driving the mirror down. in narrow spaces: The function can be activated/deactivated in 1.
Page 107 03 Your driving environment Mirrors reverse, the mirrors will automatically return to Home safe and approach lighting Settings Climate settings Automatic their original position. The light on the door mirrors comes on when rear defroster. See page 133 for a description approach lighting or home safe lighting is of the menu system.
Page 108: Compass
03 Your driving environment Compass* Operation netic zone. The character is shown in the Selecting a magnetic zone mirror's display if calibration is necessary. 1. Stop the vehicle in a large open area, safely out of traffic and away from steel structures and high-tension electrical wires.
Page 109: Power Moonroof
03 Your driving environment Power moonroof* Introduction Sliding moonroof Manual closing ± Push the switch forward to the first stop The moonroof controls are located in the ceil- (the position for manual closing) and hold ing console near the rearview mirror. The it until the moonroof has closed to the posi- moonroof can be opened vertically and hori- tion of your choice, or has closed com-...
Page 110 03 Your driving environment Power moonroof* Tilt position Wind blocker Tilt position, raised at the rear edge The moonroof is equipped with a wind blocker Open by pressing the rear edge of the con- that folds up when the moonroof is open. trol upward.
Page 111: Homelink ® Wireless Control System
03 Your driving environment ® HomeLink Wireless Control System* Introduction Programming HomeLink WARNING • If you use HomeLink to open a garage NOTE door or gate, be sure no one is near the gate or door while it is in motion. Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned on or to the second •...
Page 112 03 Your driving environment ® HomeLink Wireless Control System* found where the hanging antenna wire is cedures, replace “Programming HomeLink” NOTE attached to the motor-head unit. step 2 with the following: Some devices may require you to replace • 5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or Continue to press and hold the HomeLink this Programming Step 2 with procedures button while you press and release -...
Page 113 03 Your driving environment ® HomeLink Wireless Control System* Erasing HomeLink Buttons For questions or comments, contact HomeLink at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. To erase programming from the three Home- Link buttons (individual buttons cannot be This device complies with FCC rules part 15 erased but can be “reprogrammed”...
Page 114: Starting The Engine
To start a vehicle equipped with the keyless • Volvo's floor mats are specially manu- drive feature, one of the remote keys must be in the passenger compartment. Follow factured for your car. They must be the instructions in step 3 to start the vehicle.
Page 115 03 Your driving environment Starting the engine WARNING NOTE CAUTION • • • Always remove the remote key from the After a cold start, idle speed may be When starting in cold weather, the auto- ignition slot when leaving the vehicle, noticeably higher than normal for a matic transmission may shift up at especially if there are children in the...
Page 116 03 Your driving environment Starting the engine Switching off the engine To jump start your vehicle: WARNING With the engine running, press the START/ 1. Switch off the ignition (set the ignition to PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! STOP ENGINE button. mode 0, see page 86). Battery posts, terminals, and related acces- If the gear selector is not in the P position or if 2.
Page 117 03 Your driving environment Starting the engine WARNING • Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or to any moving parts. Avoid touching hot manifolds. • Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. •...
Page 118: Transmission
03 Your driving environment Transmission Automatic transmission before the gear lever can be moved from the Apply the parking brake if the vehicle is sta- P position. tionary with the gear selector in position N. Always apply the parking brake when the vehi- Drive (D) cle is parked.
Page 119 03 Your driving environment Transmission • If you hold the gear selector toward "–", the not switch to manual shifting mode until the selector forward again and release it to transmission will downshift one gear at a gear selector is moved forward or rearward select 3rd gear.
Page 120 Volvo service techni- cian. Your Volvo can be equipped with permanent All Wheel Drive, which means that power is distributed automatically between the front and rear wheels. Under normal driving condi- tions, most of the engine's power is directed to the front wheels.
Page 121: Brakes
DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a trained vated. This function causes an additional tail- and qualified Volvo service technician and light on each side of the vehicle to illuminate to have the brake system inspected.
Page 122 03 Your driving environment Brakes • The ABS system activates for more than brakes are needed, depress the pedal occa- (10 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several approximately a half second sionally when driving through rain, slush, etc. times and a sound may be audible from the This will remove the water from the brakes.
Page 123 MIN mark in the reservoir or if a brake system-related message is shown in the information dis- play: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a trained and qualified Volvo serv- ice technician and have the brake system inspected.
Page 124: Parking Brake
03 Your driving environment Parking brake Electric parking brake Applying the electric parking brake NOTE An electric parking brake has the same func- • In an emergency the parking brake can tion as a manual parking brake. be applied when the vehicle is moving by holding in the control.
Page 125 03 Your driving environment Parking brake Releasing the electric parking brake Symbols NOTE Symbol Specification • For safety reasons, the parking brake is only released automatically if the engine Read the message in the infor- is running and the driver is wearing a seat mation display belt.
Page 126 03 Your driving environment Parking brake an authorized Volvo workshop. If you drive off with this error message showing, a warning signal sounds. Parking brake not applied – A fault is pre- venting the parking brake from being applied. Try to apply the parking brake and release it several times.
Page 127 03 Your driving environment...
Page 128 Volvo Sensus..................130 Menus and messages................131 The MY CAR menus................133 Climate system..................139 Trip computer..................147 Stability system..................149 Active chassis system–Four C*............. 152 Cruise control..................153 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*............155 Distance Alert* ..................165 City Safety™ ..................168 Collision warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection*..
Page 129 C O M F O R T A N D D R I V I N G P L E A S U R E...
Page 130: 04 Comfort And Driving Pleasure
Volvo Sensus uses the screen in the center instrument panel to display information and selections are made using this panel’s controls and buttons. Certain features can also be con- trolled using the steering wheel keypad.
Page 131: Menus And Messages
READ – access to the list of messages and risk of damage. Contact an author- message confirmation. ized Volvo work- Thumbwheel – browse among menus and shop. options in the list of functions. RESET – reset the active function. Used in...
Page 132 Contact an author- See manual Read the owner's ized Volvo workshop manual. for service. Book time for Time to book service Temporarily OFF A function has been maintenance...
Page 133: The My Car Menus
04 Comfort and driving pleasure The MY CAR menus • Introduction Operation Press EXIT briefly to go back one step at a time in the current menu. The menu system provides access to Center console controls • menus for operating many of the vehi- Press and hold EXIT to go to the main MY CAR menu.
Page 134 04 Comfort and driving pleasure The MY CAR menus Paths EXIT (2) or press and hold this button to My S60 return to the main menu. The current menu level is displayed at the upper right of the center console display. Menu The OK/MENU (2), EXIT (4) and control (3) in paths are displayed as follows, for example: the center console can be used in the same...
Page 135 04 Comfort and driving pleasure The MY CAR menus Driver support systems Doors unlock See page 55 for more information. All doors Approach light duration Driver door, then all Keyless entry 30 sec All doors 60 sec Any door 90 sec Doors on same side See page 57 for more information.
Page 136: Contents
04 Comfort and driving pleasure The MY CAR menus Calibrate tire pressure Lane Departure Warning Screensaver See page 293 for more information. Lane Departure Warning The contents of the screen are replaced by another image if this selection is marked. The Steering wheel force On at start-up contents of the screen will be displayed again...
Page 137 MY CAR Settings Voice settings tem to the current user. See page 240 for more detailed information. Only on vehicles with the optional Volvo Navigation System Voice output volume The menu alternatives under Navigation and/or a Bluetooth -connected cell phone •...
Page 138 04 Comfort and driving pleasure The MY CAR menus optional Volvo Navigation System. Refer to the See page 210 for more information about this navigation system's manual for detailed infor- feature. mation. MY CAR Settings Information MY CAR Settings Audio settings...
Page 139: Climate System
Work of this type should only be done To ensure that the air conditioning works opti- by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech- mally, the side windows, and the optional nician. moonroof should be closed.
Page 140 1.8 lbs (820 g) of Air distribution NOTE R134a. The systems uses PAG oil. Contact your Volvo retailer for IAQS air filter replacement intervals. Passenger compartment filter Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals.
Page 141 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Air vents in the dashboard Air vents in the door pillars Open Closed Closed Open Horizontal airflow Horizontal airflow Vertical airflow Vertical airflow Direct the outer air vents toward the side win- Direct the outer air vents toward the side win- dows to defrost.
Page 142 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Electronic climate control, ECC Temperature control, driver's side Heated front passenger's seat* Heated driver's seat* Temperature control, passenger's side Defroster (maximum effect) Recirculation Blower AUTO Manual air distribution—floor A/C on/off Manual air distribution—dashboard air vents Manual air distribution—defroster Heated rear window and door mirrors, see...
Page 143 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Climate system controls Heated rear seats* Air distribution Heated front seats* Manual air distribution—defroster Heat control for the outboard seating positions is done in the same way as for the front seats. The current seat temperature is shown in the cen- Manual air distribution—dashboard air ter console display vents...
Page 144 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Blower speed in automatic mode can be set A/C – ON/OFF under Climate settings Automatic blower When the indicator light in the button is on, the air condition- adjustment. Choose between Normal ing is controlled automati- High cally.
Page 145 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system The climate system will return to its previous is selected by automatically switching off the enters the vehicle. The filter also cleans recir- settings when the defroster function is function after a certain length of time, depend- culated passenger compartment air.
Page 146 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Air distribution table Air distribution Air distribution Air to windows. Some air To remove de-fog/de- Air to the floor and windows. To ensure comfortable flows from the dashboard ice the front side win- Some air flows from the conditions and good de- air vents.
Page 147: Trip Computer
The calculation is based on average fuel distance and speed, contact an authorized consumption during the last 20 miles (30 km) Volvo workshop. of driving and the amount of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading was taken. When the...
Page 148 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer seconds, Average speed and Average fuel consumption are reset simultaneously.
Page 149: Stability System
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Stability system Introduction Spin control (SC) Operation The spin control function is designed to help The Dynamic Stability and Traction Control Sport mode prevent the drive wheels from spinning while system (DSTC) consists of a number of func- The stability system is always activated and the vehicle is accelerating.
Page 150 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. Read the message in the information display "Message"...
Page 151 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Stability system WARNING The stability system is intended to help improve driving safety. It supplements, but can never replace, the driver's judgment and responsibility when operating the vehi- cle. Speed and driving style should always be adapted to traffic and road conditions.
Page 152: Active Chassis System-Four C
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Active chassis system–Four C* Active chassis (Four C) Operation NOTE Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Con- This steering force level menu function can- trolled Chassis Concept), regulates the cha- not be accessed when the vehicle is in racteristics of the shock absorbers so that the motion.
Page 153: Cruise Control
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Cruise control Operation > The symbol 2. Press illuminates and the text for approximately a half (---) mph second and release the button to increase (5) indicates that cruise con- trol is in standby mode. or decrease vehicle speed by approxi- mately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Page 154 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Cruise control • During wheel spin or wheel lock-up. WARNING • If the vehicle's speed is increased by using Cruise control should not be used in heavy the accelerator pedal for more than traffic or when driving on wet or slippery 1 minute.
Page 155: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
Radar sensor in front grille ahead. When there are no longer slower qualified Volvo technician. moving vehicles ahead, your vehicle will Adaptive Cruise Control consists of: accelerate to resume the set speed.
Page 156 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* WARNING WARNING WARNING • The brake pedal moves when the adaptive When Adaptive Cruise Control is in standby Adaptive Cruise Control is not a colli- cruise control system modulates the mode or is switched off completely, the sion avoidance system.
Page 157 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* Operation Putting ACC in standby mode WARNING Before ACC can be used to regulate speed Adaptive Cruise Control only warns of vehi- and/or the distance to a vehicle ahead, it must cles detected by the radar sensor, see first be put in standby mode.
Page 158 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* Setting a time interval When the symbol on the The set time interval to vehicles ahead can be left side of the display increased by pressing and decreased by changes to , the radar sen- sor has detected another pressing...
Page 159 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* Standby mode due to action by the driver An automatic switch to standby mode may be vehicle ahead at lower speeds, including a complete stop. caused if: ACC is temporarily deactivated and put in standby mode: During short stops (less than approximately •...
Page 160 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* • • Automatic standby mode when ACC Your vehicle's speed goes below 10 mph The driver opens the door or takes off (15 km/h) and ACC cannot determine if the his/her seat belt changes target vehicles target object is a stationary vehicle or some •...
Page 161 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* Situations where ACC may not function WARNING optimally Accessories or other objects, such as extra headlights, must not be installed in front of WARNING the grille. • Modification of the radar sensor could make The radar sensor has a limited field of its use illegal.
Page 162 • Maintenance of ACC components may only be performed by a trained and qualified Volvo technician. Cause Action The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or obstructed in some way. Clean the radar surface, or remove the object causing the obstruction.
Page 163 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* Cause Action Swirling water or snow from the surface of the road may interfere with No action possible. A very wet or snow-covered road surface may affect the radar signals. the function of the radar. The surface of the radar is clean but the message remains in the display.
Page 164 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 the vehicle stopped but a problem with the parking brake means that the vehicle may begin to roll.
Page 165: Distance Alert
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Distance Alert* Introduction Depending on the optional equipment NOTE selected, there may not be room for a Distance Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- Distance Alert only monitors distance to the Alert button in the center console. In this case, trol and is a function that provides information vehicle ahead while Adaptive Cruise Control the function is controlled through the menu...
Page 166 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Distance Alert* Five different time intervals WARNING WARNING can be selected and are Only use a time interval that is suitable in • Bad weather or winding roads may shown in the display as 1–5 current traffic conditions.
Page 167 See page 160 for information on the radar sensor’s limitations. Collision warn. Service Distance Alert or Collision Warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection is not functioning properly. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. required Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 168: City Safety
City Safety™ activates in situations where the ing effect. driver has not applied the brakes in time, which • Never wait for City Safety™ to intervene in a potential collision situation. The City Safety is a registered trademark of the Volvo Car Corporation...
Page 169 04 Comfort and driving pleasure City Safety™ driver is always responsible for main- The driver must apply the brakes to help avoid in close quarters where leaves, branches, etc. taining a safe distance to the vehicle a collision or reduce its effect. may obscure the hood and windshield.
Page 170 Braking distance to the vehicle ahead increa- you, which means that the system is not func- Volvo service technician to repair or replace ses on slippery road surfaces, which may the windshield (see the illustration showing tioning.
Page 171 NOTE Volvo service technician. The function of aftermarket laser detectors • Do not remove the laser sensor (includ- may be affected by City Safety's laser sen- ing removal of the lenses).
Page 172 Remove the obstruction and/or clean the windshield in front of the sensor(s). For more information on the sensor’s limitations, see page 170. City Safety Service required City Safety™ is not functioning. • If this message remains in the display, have the system checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
Page 173: Collision Warning With Full Auto-Brake And Pedestrian Detection
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Collision warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection* Introduction The system should not be used in such a way WARNING that the driver changes his/her way of operat- Collision Warning with Full Auto-brake and • Collision Warning does not work in all ing the vehicle.
Page 174 The radar sensor and the camera work is sufficient to avoid the collision. performed by a trained and qualified together to detect a pedestrian, stationary Volvo technician. vehicles and vehicles that are moving in the NOTE same direction as your vehicle. If there is a risk...
Page 175 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Collision warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection* Operation Setting a warning distance NOTE This setting determines the distance at which Settings are made by pressing MY CAR on the • When Adaptive Cruise Control is used, the visual and audible warnings are triggered.
Page 176 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Collision warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection* capacity to avoid a collision. In these condi- WARNING NOTE tions, the ABS and DSTC systems provide the • If warnings are given too frequently, the In certain situations, the system cannot best possible braking effect while helping to warning distance can be reduced (see provide warnings or warnings may be...
Page 177 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Collision warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection* The camera’s limitations Pedestrians WARNING The camera is used by Collision Warning with • The camera has the same limitations as Auto-brake, Driver Alert Control (see the human eye. In other words, its page 181), and Lane Departure Warning (see “vision is impaired”...
Page 178 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Collision warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection* body and the person must be at least Fault tracing and actions 32 in. (80 cm) tall. If the message Windscreen Sensors • The system cannot detect a pedestrian blocked is displayed, this means that the cam- carrying a large object.
Page 179 Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the camera to register display. visibility. The surface between the inside of the windshield and the camera is dirty. Contact an authorized Volvo retailer or service technician to have this surface cleaned. Symbols and messages in the display Symbol...
Page 180 160 for more information on the radar sensor’s limitations. Collision warn. Service Collision Warning and Auto-brake are partially or completely not functioning. required Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message remains in the display. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 181: Driver Alert System
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Driver Alert System* Introduction Driver Alert Control (DAC)– DAC is designed to help detect a slowly chang- ing driving pattern. It is primarily intended to be introduction The Driver Alert System is designed to help a used on main roads and is not meant for use in driver who may be becoming fatigued or who city traffic.
Page 182 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Driver Alert System* Operating DAC Thumb wheel. Turn this wheel until Driver WARNING Alert is displayed. The second line shows Certain settings can be made from the menu • An alert should be taken seriously since Off, Driver Alert Standby the alternatives system controlled from the center instrument...
Page 183 See page 177 for information on the camera’s limitations. blocked 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.
Page 184 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Driver Alert System* Lane Departure Warning (LDW)– Operation and function If the vehicle’s speed falls below 37 mph (60 km/h), LDW will return to standby mode introduction Lane Depart Warn Standby <40 mph (65 km/h) will be displayed.
Page 185 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Driver Alert System* Settings There are two alternatives: apply. When this setting is being used, the sys- tem only needs to monitor lane marker lines on Settings for Lane Departure Warning can be On at start-up : This selection switches LDW one side of the vehicle to change status to made in the menu system by pressing My...
Page 186 See page 177 for information on the camera’s limitations. Driver Alert Sys Service required The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message remains in the display. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 187: Park Assist
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Park assist* Introduction Function Activating/deactivating The system is activated automatically when the The park assist system is designed to assist vehicle is started. you when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc. It utilizes ultrasound sensors in the front ±...
Page 188 The closer the car symbol comes to a sector, the closer the vehicle is to the object. Rear park assist is deactivated automati- cally when towing a trailer if Volvo genuine If the infotainment system is switched off, the trailer wiring is used.
Page 189 Consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. CAUTION In certain circumstances, the park assist system may give unexpected warning sig-...
Page 190 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Park assist* with water and a suitable car washing deter- gent. Ice and snow covering the sensors may cause incorrect warning signals. NOTE If the sensors are obstructed by e.g., dirt, snow, or ice, this could result in false warn- ing signals from the park assist system.
Page 191: Rear Park Assist Camera (Pac)
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* Introduction Function Ambient lighting conditions The camera automatically monitors the ambi- The Park Assist Camera uses the display in the ent lighting conditions behind the vehicle and center console to show the area behind the car constantly adjusts sensitivity to light.
Page 192 (10 km/h). The screen will then revert to the NOTE If the Volvo Navigation System (VNS) is in use, mode that it was in before R was selected and PAC will automatically override the navigation...
Page 193 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* The dashed line (2) indicates the clear zone of The markers change color (from yellow to WARNING approximately 5 feet (1.5 m) behind the orange to red) as the vehicle comes closer to Keep in mind that the image on the screen bumper.
Page 194 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* image is shown on the center console dis- R. This setting can be changed in the in MY play. CAR menu. • • When backing up, two solid lines are pro- If there are two cameras installed on the jected on the screen to show the path that vehicle*, to switch between cameras, turn...
Page 195: Blind Spot Information System
CAUTION The BLIS system should only be repaired by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech- nician. Areas monitored by BLIS Distance A = approx. 31 ft. (9.5 meters), Distance B = approx. 10 ft.
Page 196 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Blind Spot Information System* When does BLIS function Darkness NOTE BLIS reacts to the headlights of surrounding The system functions when your vehicle is If the BLIS indicator lights illuminate occa- vehicles. In order to be detected by BLIS, a moving at speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h).
Page 197 BLIS not functioning properly. Contact an Service required Sunlight directly in the camera when the sun is low authorized Volvo on the horizon BLIS is automatically activated when the igni- service technician. tion is switched on. The indicator lights will Cleaning the BLIS camera lenses Blind spot syst.
Page 198 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Blind Spot Information System* Text in the dis- System status play Blind-spot info BLIS system off system OFF Blind spot syst. The BLIS cameras' function has been Reduced function reduced due to weak or impaired data transfer between the BLIS system's cameras...
Page 199: Passenger Compartment Convenience
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Passenger compartment convenience Storage spaces...
Page 200 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Passenger compartment convenience Compartment in door panel Tunnel console Glove compartment Storage pocket on the front edge of the front seat cushions Glove compartment Storage compartment Jacket holder Storage compartment, 12-volt socket and AUX input/USB connector Rear seat cup holders Storage pocket Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.) under...
Page 201 7.5A (90W). engine is not running will drain the battery. The auxiliary sockets can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette lighters and ashtrays can be purchased from your Volvo retailer. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 202 Introduction................... 204 Getting started ..................206 General infotainment functions ............210 Radio..................... 213 Media player..................222 AUX/USB sockets................. 226 Bluetooth media ................. 229 ® Bluetooth hands-free connection ............232 Cell phone voice control............... 240 Infotainment system menus ..............244...
Page 203 I N F O T A I N M E N T...
Page 204: 05 Infotainment
On/Off button. • Sirius satellite radio* • CD/DVD (mp3 and wma file formats) Only available on models equipped with the optional Volvo Navigation System. U.S. models only Applies only to models with Premium Sound Multimedia. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 205 05 Infotainment Introduction While the engine is being started, the infotain- ment system will be temporarily interrupted and will resume when the engine has started. NOTE To help avoid excessive battery drain, remove the remote key from the ignition slot if the infotainment system is used while the engine is switched off.
Page 206: Getting Started
05 Infotainment Getting started Infotainment system overview Operating the system Infotainment mode buttons Press a button to select a mode Sockets for external audio sources (AUX Short press: switch the system ON. Press RADIO: use to select AM, FM1, FM2, and USB) and hold: switch the system OFF.
Page 207 05 Infotainment Getting started Basic infotainment functions TUNE: Turn in either direction to manually Views in the display tune a radio station or navigate among the General information menu alternatives shown on the display. The infotainment system displays information OK/MENU: Press to confirm a selection or in four different views.
Page 208 05 Infotainment Getting started Main view the display (2) (for example, ) and press the thumb wheel to confirm your choice. Press and hold EXIT to go back. NAV: Navigation system* RADIO: Radio MEDIA: Media (DISC, USB, etc.) Example of RADIO mode's normal view Example of RADIO mode's main view TEL: Bluetooth hands-free Modes (e.g., RADIO, MEDIA etc.), see the...
Page 209 05 Infotainment Getting started Steering wheel keypad Thumb wheel, used to scroll in the menus entered in the display. A long press takes shown on the display. Press the thumb you to the main menu view (see page 208). wheel to e.g., confirm a menu selection or to answer an incoming call on a Bluetooth- Thumb wheel, used to scroll in the menus connected cell phone.
Page 210: General Infotainment Functions
05 Infotainment General infotainment functions • FAV—storing a shortcut iPod INFO—displaying additional information • Bluetooth* • Favorites can also be stored for TEL, MY CAR, CAM* and NAV*. See page 133 for a description of the menu system. To program a function on the FAV button: 1.
Page 211 05 Infotainment General infotainment functions • Basic sound settings DPL II center level 3 channel center mended. Select one of the options under level : Volume for the center speaker. Audio settings Sound stage. Press SOUND to display the basic sound set- •...
Page 212 05 Infotainment General infotainment functions intended to enable the user to adapt sound NOTE reproduction to his/her personal tastes. Sound quality may be affected if the MP3 player is being charged while the system is in AUX mode. To help prevent this, avoid charging the MP3 player in a 12-volt socket while it is being played.
Page 213: Radio
05 Infotainment Radio General functions Selecting a station (in wavebands AM/ NOTE FM1/FM2) • This list will only display the frequencies Automatic tuning of the stations currently being received, 1. Press RADIO. Continue pressing this but- not a complete list of all radio frequen- ton to toggle to the desired waveband cies on the currently selected wave- , etc.).
Page 214 05 Infotainment Radio been stored on the number key button press on the number key pad on the cen- NOTE used. ter console to switch to manual tuning, which The radio is initially set to automatically enables you to select a frequency from the A list of preset stations can be displayed.
Page 215 05 Infotainment Radio Activate/deactivate in FM mode under Show developer of a broadcasting technology called channel and any sub-channels that may also be available on that particular fre- IBOC or In Band On Channel, which refers to radio text quency. See also the section "Sub-chan- the method of transmitting a digital radio nels"...
Page 216 Radio displayed as, for example, 93.9 WNYC 3. Turn TUNE and move the marker to NOTE (Volvo uses the symbol ">" to indicate Radio There may be a noticeable difference in there are sub-channels available) The sub- 4. Press OK/MENU to turn HD off (the X will sound quality when a change from analogue FM channels will be displayed as 93.9 –...
Page 217 05 Infotainment Radio In many cases, a main HD Radio station (FM Sirius satellite radio* NOTE wavebands only) will also have sub-channels • When the radio has gone into HD mode, Listening to satellite radio offering additional types of programming or it may take several seconds before the The Sirius satellite system consists of a number music.
Page 218 05 Infotainment Radio update needed is displayed (see also > The channels in the selected category NOTE are displayed. "Selecting a channel"). • The numbers of skipped or locked 2. Call Sirius at 1-888-539-SIRIUS (7474). channels will not be displayed. NOTE 3.
Page 219 05 Infotainment Radio page 214 for detailed information on storing 2. Turn TUNE to scroll to Song memory Radio text channels. press OK/MENU. This text provides information about the song that is currently playing. To turn this feature on • A long press on one of the number keys 3.
Page 220 05 Infotainment Radio Skip options be skipped the next time the ignition is 7. Press OK/MENU to select Lock all switched on. channels in the category or turn TUNE This function is used to remove a channel from to scroll to a channel and press OK/ the list of available channels.
Page 221 OK/MENU. 2. Press and hold the OK/MENU button for several seconds. 3. The current code will be displayed. Your Volvo retailer can also provide you with assistance. SIRIUS ID This function displays the 12-digit Sirius acti- vation ID.
Page 222: Media Player
05 Infotainment Media player CD/DVD functions arrow keys: Fast back/forward and change may take several seconds until the disc begins playing, depending on its quality and the track or chapter amount of information it contains. Forward/back and change tracks or chap- Disc eject The media player supports and can play the For reasons of traffic safety, an ejected disc...
Page 223 05 Infotainment Media player stop or to go back in the disc's folder structure. on audio CDs. The database contains songs NOTE Press and hold EXIT to return to the playlist's that are currently popular. If the media player Video images will only be visible when the finds a track in the database, the album title root level.
Page 224 05 Infotainment Media player 3. Press OK/MENU to activate/deactivate be paused). Press OK/MENU to select a chap- NOTE the random play function. ter and return to the normal view. If a film was Video images will only be visible when the playing, it will resume).
Page 225 05 Infotainment Media player This can be done in DVD mode under DVD root To return to the factory settings, select Reset menu Advanced settings Angle. DivX Video On Demand Compatible formats The media player can be registered to play The media player can play a number of differ- DivX VOD files from home-burned discs or ent types of files and disc formats, and is com-...
Page 226: Aux/Usb Sockets
If the problem persists, the system reads the device's folders. This may contact a trained and authorized Volvo take a short time, depending on the folder Sockets for auxiliary devices in the storage com- service technician.
Page 227 05 Infotainment AUX/USB sockets buttons on the center console or for video files. Press the buttons sev- Search steering wheel keypad can also be used to eral times to increase the speed. Release the The keypad in the center console can be used to search for a file in the currently selected change tracks/files.
Page 228 05 Infotainment AUX/USB sockets to index the files on the drive if it contains any- iPod thing other than compatible music files. An iPod receives current and its battery is charged through the USB cable. NOTE The system will only play audio files from an •...
Page 229: Bluetooth Media
Bluetooth sys- from the device. tem. A list of compatible devices is available at you Volvo retailer or at www.volvo- In order to listen streaming audio, the vehicle's cars.us. Center console control panel...
Page 230 05 Infotainment Bluetooth media See page 244 for more information about the 1. Press MEDIA several times until Bluetooth -names of the devices found infotainment menu system. Bluetooth will appear in the center console dis- is displayed, release the button and wait for several seconds or press OK/ play.
Page 231 05 Infotainment Bluetooth media 2. Turn TUNE to Remove Bluetooth Bluetooth version information device and press OK/MENU. This feature offers information about the Bluetooth version installed in the vehicle's 3. Select the device to be removed by turning infotainment system. This information can be TUNE and confirm by pressing OK/ found under Bluetooth menu...
Page 232: Bluetooth Hands-Free Connection
FCC radio frequency the hands-free system. A list of compatible (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to phones is available at your Volvo retailer or OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency at www.volvocars.us (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very...
Page 233 Bluetooth function. the cell phone’s display as My Volvo paired with the infotainment system (see page TUNE: Turn to navigate among the menu 230 for instructions on pairing an external alternatives in the display.
Page 234 4. Select My Volvo Car in the list of devices 3. Press OK/MENU call, even if the infotainment system is cur- shown in the cell phone’s display.
Page 235 05 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection • Mute : mute the infotainment system’s Voice mail volume and adjust the volume by turning microphone. VOL. Save the setting by pressing EXIT. In normal view, a speed dial number for voice mail can be programmed and accessed by •...
Page 236 05 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection Automatic connection Phone book NOTE When the hands-free system is active and the The hands-free system uses two phone books Changes made from the infotainment sys- most recently connected cell phone is within (one with the cell phone's list of contacts and tem to a contact in the cell phone's phone range, it is connected automatically.
Page 237 05 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection Contact shortcuts Buttons in the center console Searching for contacts A quick way of searching the phone book for Button Function contacts in normal view is to turn TUNE clock- wise to access the phone book and then coun- Space .
Page 238 05 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection 3. To switch from letter entry mode to the Adding a new contact 3. Continue to the next letter, etc. The name entry mode for numbers or special charac- entered will be displayed in the character ters, or to go to the phone book, turn entry field (2).
Page 239 05 Infotainment ® Bluetooth hands-free connection is activated in Phone menu Phone book Toggle between upper and lower Receive vCard. case letters by pressing OK/ MENU. Memory status Press OK/MENU and the cursor In phone mode, the memory status of the info- will move to the character entry tainment system's phone book and the con- field (2) at the top of the display.
Page 240: Cell Phone Voice Control
The system will display com- monly used commands on the screen when the button has been pressed. Available in vehicles equipped with the optional Volvo Navigation System only...
Page 241 05 Infotainment Cell phone voice control While using the voice control system, keep the Voice control support features The tutorial is divided into three lessons, which following points in mind: • take a total of approximately 5 minutes to com- Tutorial: A feature that helps acquaint you plete.
Page 242 05 Infotainment Cell phone voice control Using voice commands General commands . See page 133 for more "Delete" (which will erase the entire phone number). information on the menu system. The driver initiates a voice command dialogue by pressing the voice control button (see the Dialing from a call list Dialing a number illustration on page 240).
Page 243 05 Infotainment Cell phone voice control play in numbered lines and the system will prompt you to pick a line number • If there are more lines in the list than can be displayed at one time, saying "Down" will enable you to scroll downward in the list (and saying "up"...
Page 244: Infotainment System Menus
05 Infotainment Infotainment system menus Navigating in the menus RADIO menus Infotainment settings are made via the sys- TUNE Main AM menu tem's menus. Press one of the mode buttons AM menu (RADIO, MEDIA, or TEL—see the illustration OK/MENU on page 206) to select it and access its specific Show presets menus.
Page 245 05 Infotainment Infotainment system menus Main Sirius1*/Sirius2* menu Lock options Change audio track Sirius1 Channel lock list Scan SIRIUS radio off. Press RADIO button Unlock all channels Audio settings to activate SIRIUS. Temporarily unlock all chan- Sirius2 Main DVD Video menu nels Disc menu SIRIUS radio off.
Page 246 05 Infotainment Infotainment system menus Main USB menu Main AUX menu Change phone USB menu AUX menu Remove Bluetooth device Play / Pause AUX input volume Phone settings Stop Audio settings Discoverable Random Sounds and volume Repeat folder TEL menus Download phone book Select USB device Bluetooth software version in...
Page 247 05 Infotainment...
Page 248 Driving recommendations..............250 Refueling....................254 Loading....................259 Towing a trailer..................262 Emergency towing................265...
Page 249 D U R I N G Y O U R T R I P...
Page 250: 06 During Your Trip
06 During your trip Driving recommendations • General information Do not exceed posted speed limits. WARNING • Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra Driving with the trunk open: Driving with Economical driving conserves natural load) in the vehicle. the trunk open could lead to poisonous resources •...
Page 251 06 During your trip Driving recommendations tributed so that capacity weight or maximum CAUTION WARNING permissible axle loads are not exceeded. • The cooling fan may start or continue to Engine damage will occur if water is operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine Driving through water drawn into the air cleaner.
Page 252 It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is are likely to occur, consider snow tires. checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- changed at the normal maintenance inter- ice technician before driving long distances.
Page 253 Driving recommendations 2 parts water Down to –18 °F (–28 °C): 1 part washer solvent and 1 part water. • Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks. • Avoid using de-icing sprays as they can cause damage to the locks.
Page 254: Refueling
"oxygenated" fuel. Deposit control gasoline (detergent State and local vehicle inspection programs Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygen- additives) will make detection of misfueling easier, pos- ated" fuels; however, the octane ratings listed...
Page 255 Typical pump octane label injury. strongly linked to certain forms of cancer. Volvo recommends premium fuel for best per- Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent. formance, but using 87 octane or above will...
Page 256 06 During your trip Refueling Opening/closing the fuel filler door tral locking button does not lock the fuel Manually opening the fuel filler door filler door. • Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and is completely closed after refueling. •...
Page 257 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.
Page 258 06 During your trip Refueling Heated oxygen sensors The heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxy- gen content of the exhaust gases. Readings are fed into a control module that continuously monitors engine functions and controls fuel injection. The ratio of fuel to air into the engine is continuously adjusted for efficient combus- tion to help reduce harmful emissions.
Page 259: Loading
Load objects in the trunk against the back- Objects placed higher than this level vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to help rest whenever possible. could impede the function of the Volvo anchor items in the trunk. • Inflatable Curtain.
Page 260 06 During your trip Loading The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags WARNING in place. • Cover sharp edges on long loads to help 1. Open the hatch in the floor of the trunk. prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during sud- 2.
Page 261 220 lbs (100 kg). • Switch off the engine, apply the parking For non-Volvo roof racks, check the man- brake and put the gear selector in P ufacturer's weight limits for the rack. when loading and unloading the vehicle.
Page 262: Towing A Trailer
Introduction when driving in hot climates or hilly terrain. WARNING Use a lower gear and turn off the air con- Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer • Bumper-attached trailer hitches must ditioner if the temperature gauge needle hitches that are specially designed for the vehi- not be used on Volvos, nor should enters the red range.
Page 263 3. Align the hole in the ball holder with the one Volvo. Make sure the cable does not drag on overloaded or if the load is unevenly distributed in the hitch assembly.
Page 264 06 During your trip Towing a trailer between approximately 45-55 mph (70-90 km/ movement. If the system detects a tendency to sway, the brakes are applied individually on the front wheels, which has a stabilizing effect on Swaying may be caused by factors such as: the vehicle and trailer.
Page 265: Attaching The Towing Eyelet
06 During your trip Emergency towing Towing eyelet There are two different types of covers over CAUTION the openings for the towing eyelet and they If the vehicle is being towed on a flat bed have to be opened differently. truck, the towing eyelets must not be used •...
Page 266 Consult the tow truck operator. for distances longer than 30 miles (50 km). Towing vehicles with front wheel drive/ All Wheel Drive Volvo recommends the use of flat bed equip- ment. • If wheel lift equipment must be used, please use extreme caution to help avoid damage to the vehicle.
Page 267 06 During your trip...
Page 268 General information ................270 Tire inflation................... 273 Inflation pressure ................. 275 Tire designations .................. 276 Glossary of tire terminology ..............278 Vehicle loading ..................279 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............... 281 Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires ..........282 Temporary Spare ................. 283 Tire Sealing System................
Page 269 W H E E L S A N D T I R E S...
Page 270: 07 Wheels And Tires
Otherwise there is a risk of altering at 6-year intervals, even if it has never been the car's roadholding and handling characte- Some Volvo models are equipped with an used. ristics. Ultra High Performance tire and wheel com-...
Page 271 • The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo wheels to reduce the chance of oversteer aside rain, snow and slush. are specified to meet stringent stability during hard braking.
Page 272 07 Wheels and tires General information are printed on the side of the tire. When NOTE approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) is left on the • If the tires are rotated, they should only tread, these strips become visible and indicate be moved from front to rear or vice that the tire should be replaced.
Page 273: Tire Inflation
07 Wheels and tires Tire inflation Inflation placard NOTE WARNING • • The placards shown indicate inflation Under-inflation is the most common pressure for the tires installed on the cause of tire failure and may result in vehicle at the factory only. severe tire cracking, tread separation, or "blow-out,"...
Page 274 07 Wheels and tires Tire inflation After driving a distance of approximately 5. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are Speed ratings 1 mile (1.6 km), the tires are considered to be no gouges, cuts, bulges or other irregular- hot.
Page 275: Inflation Pressure
Tire inflation pressure table The following tire pressures are recommended by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to the tire inflation placard (see page 273 for its location) for information specific to the tires installed on your vehicle at the factory.
Page 276: Tire Designations
07 Wheels and tires Tire designations Information on the sidewall 1. 215: the width of the tire (in millimeters) 7. M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. The Terrain, AS = All Season larger the number, the wider the tire.
Page 277 07 Wheels and tires Tire designations 11. Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature grades: see page 281 for more informa- tion. 12. Maximum permissible inflation pressure: the greatest amount of air pres- sure that should ever be put in the tire. This limit is set by the tire manufacturer.
Page 278: Glossary Of Tire Terminology
• Recommended tire inflation pressure: load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric inflation pressure, established by Volvo, tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure which is based on the type of tires that are beyond this pressure will not increase the mounted on a vehicle at the factory.
Page 279: Vehicle Loading
07 Wheels and tires Vehicle loading Loads Permissible axle weight 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in The maximum allowable weight that can be Properly loading your vehicle will provide maxi- your vehicle. carried by a single axle (front or rear).
Page 280 Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the tires that were original equipment on the vehicle because this will lower the vehi- cle's GVW rating. Use only tires with the correct load carrying capacity. Consult your Volvo retailer for information.
Page 281: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
07 Wheels and tires Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grading information may have poor traction performance. The trac- WARNING tion grade assigned to this tire is based on ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST The temperature grade for this tire is estab- braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and is CONFORM TO FEDERAL SAFETY lished for a tire that is properly inflated and...
Page 282: Snow Chains, Snow Tires, Studded Tires
Snow chains Check local regulations regarding the unsafe level or adversely affect handling. use of snow chains before installing. Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with • Do not mix tires of different design as this the following restrictions: •...
Page 283: Temporary Spare
07 Wheels and tires Temporary Spare Spare tire A spare tire can be purchased for your vehicle as an accessory. Follow the instructions included with the spare tire regarding use and stowing in the vehicle. See also page 290 for additional information.
Page 284: Tire Sealing System
120 miles (200 km). 2. Lift out the tire sealing system. • Have the tire inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as NOTE soon as possible to determine if it can be permanently repaired or must be •...
Page 285 07 Wheels and tires Tire Sealing System • Tire sealing system–overview Inhalation: Move the person to fresh air. WARNING If irritation persists, get medical atten- Please keep the following points in mind tion. when using the tire sealing system: • The sealing compound bottle (no.
Page 286 2. Peel off the speed limit sticker and affix it tle cannot be unscrewed. This must be done to the steering wheel hub where it will be by a trained and qualified Volvo service Temporarily repairing a flat tire is done in two clearly visible to the driver.
Page 287 Contact a towing service or should not be driven. holder. Consult a trained and qualified Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance if Volvo service technician to have the applicable. bottle removed and properly disposed 11.
Page 288 If neces- 6. Start the vehicle’s engine. a Volvo retailer or a recycling station sary, release air from the tire by turning the that can properly dispose of harmful air release knob counterclockwise.
Page 289 07 Wheels and tires Tire Sealing System 7. Check the tire’s inflation pressure on the gauge. Switch off the compressor briefly to get a clear reading from the pressure gauge. 8. Refer to the tire inflation table in this chap- ter for the correct inflation pressure.
Page 290: Changing A Wheel
07 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel Removing a wheel the use of the spare wheel. The correct tire 5. After changing wheels, return the jack and pressure for the spare wheel is stated in the tire tools to the foam block and close the floor pressure table on page 275.
Page 291 07 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel 3. Remove the wheel cover (where applica- ble) using the removal tool or remove the wheel cover by hand. 4. Block the wheels that are on the ground with wooden blocks or large stones. Jack attachment points 7.
Page 292 07 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel 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 supported by a jack.
Page 293: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
07 Wheels and tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Introduction Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute NOTE for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driv- If a fault occurs in TPMS, the tire pressure er's responsibility to maintain correct tire pres- NOTE warning light will flash for approximately sure, even if under-inflation has not reached...
Page 294 On U.S. models, this must SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed 1. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the be done by a trained and qualified Volvo each time the vehicle is driven above inflation pressure of all four tires.
Page 295 07 Wheels and tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) tion pressure table on page 275), for example, 3. Press the MY CAR key in the center con- if higher inflation pressure is necessary when sole control panel and select Settings transporting heavy loads, etc.
Page 296 Volvo maintenance................298 Maintaining your car................299 Hood and engine compartment............301 Engine oil....................302 Fluids..................... 304 Replacing bulbs..................306 Wiper blades and washer fluid.............. 313 Battery....................315 Fuses..................... 319 Vehicle care................... 327...
Page 297 M A I N T E N A N C E A N D S P E C I F I C A T I O N S...
Page 298: 08 Maintenance And Specifications
In accordance with applicable U.S. and Cana- training, and therefore must be performed by a dian regulations, the following list of warranties qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in top is provided. condition, specify time-tested and proven •...
Page 299: Maintaining Your Car
Corrosion may indicate a loose ter- minal connector, or a battery near the end How do states use OBD II for emission of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo inspections? retailer for additional information. Many states connect a computer directly to a If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the vehicle's OBD II system.
Page 300 08 Maintenance and specifications Maintaining your car inspection has replaced the tailpipe emission way driving is typically needed to allow OBD II to reach readiness. Your Volvo test. retailer can provide you with more infor- How can my vehicle fail OBD II emission mation on planning a trip.
Page 301: Hood And Engine Compartment
08 Maintenance and specifications Hood and engine compartment Opening and closing the hood Engine compartment, overview WARNING The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off. WARNING The ignition should always be completely switched off before performing any opera- tions in the engine compartment.
Page 302: Engine Oil
• Oil that is lower than the specified qual- ity can damage the engine. • Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives. • Always add oil of the same type and viscosity as already used.
Page 303 Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces. NOTE Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance inter- vals except at owner request and at addi- tional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.
Page 304: Fluids
MIN and changed. If the system must be drained, con- MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech- can be high local temperatures in the nician.
Page 305 341. display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake system inspected. • Dot 4+ should never be mixed with any other type of brake fluid.
Page 306: Replacing Bulbs
For information regarding any other bulbs changing any bulbs. not mentioned in this section, please con- tact your Volvo retailer or a trained and authorized Volvo service technician. The entire headlight housing must be lifted out when replacing all front bulbs.
Page 307 These bulbs should always be disposed down the clip with your thumb. of by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- 1. Plug in the connector until it clicks into Pull out the connector with the other ice technician.
Page 308 08 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Removing the cover to access the Reinstall the cover in the reverse order. High beam, Halogen bulbs Low beam, Halogen 1. Remove the headlight housing from the vehicle (see page 306). NOTE 1. Remove the headlight housing from the 2.
Page 309 08 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Turn signals Taillight housing Extra high beam 1. Remove the headlight housing from the The bulbs in the taillight cluster are replaced 1. Remove the headlight housing from the vehicle (see page 306). from inside the trunk (not the LED functions). vehicle (see page 306).
Page 310 5. Press the bulb holder until it clicks into after a faulty bulb has been replaced, con- place and reinstall the cover. tact an authorized Volvo workshop. Location of taillight bulbs Backup lights 1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver.
Page 311 08 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Trunk lighting Vanity mirror lighting Bulb specifications Lighting func- Wat- Bulb Removing the mirror glass tion tage Extra high beam H7 LL (models with Active Bending Lights*) Low beam (halo- H11 LL gen) High beam (halo- gen) Front turn signals HY21W...
Page 312 08 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Lighting func- Wat- Bulb tion tage Brake light P21W LL Trunk lighting SV8.5 (length 38mm) NOTE Please consult a Volvo retailer’s Parts department for the most up-to-date speci- fications.
Page 313: Wiper Blades And Washer Fluid
08 Maintenance and specifications Wiper blades and washer fluid Wiper blades 4. With the remote key in the ignition slot , put the ignition in mode 0. The windshield wiper blades are different lengths. The blade on the driver’s side is longer 5.
Page 314 08 Maintenance and specifications Wiper blades and washer fluid Cleaning Keeping the windshield and wiper blades clean helps improve visibility and prolongs the serv- ice life of the wiper blades. Clean the wiper blades with a stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soap solution or car washing detergent.
Page 315: Battery
A used battery should be disposed of in an battery charger or jumper cables are not environmentally responsible manner. Con- connected properly. sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery to See the owner's manual. a recycling station. • The negative terminal on the battery must never be used to connect a jumper cable or a battery charger.
Page 316 08 Maintenance and specifications Battery • Never disconnect the battery when the Changing WARNING engine is running, or when the key is in the • Never expose the battery to open flame ignition. This could damage the vehicle's or electric spark. electrical system.
Page 317 08 Maintenance and specifications Battery information in the vehicle's electrical system Rally bar R-Design models* can be stored in the control modules. Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover. Release the rubber molding so that the rear cover is free.
Page 318 08 Maintenance and specifications Battery • After a new battery has been installed (see 7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal). the following section), reinstall the rally bar 8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal). in the reverse order. 9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with the clips.
Page 319: Fuses
Trunk If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by a trained and qualified Not in use Volvo service technician. WARNING Never use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the follow- ing pages. Doing so could seriously damage...
Page 320 08 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Engine compartment...
Page 321 – circuit breakers and should only be removed or replaced by a trained and Relay - engine compart- ABS pump qualified Volvo service technician. ment box • There is a special fuse removal tool on ABS valves the underside of the cover.
Page 322 08 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Function Starter motor relay Cooling fan Ignition coils cyl. engi Engine Control Module Injection system, mass air meter cyl. A/C compressor, engine engi valves, engine control mod- Electro-hydraulic power EVAP valve, heated oxygen steering sensor Vacuum pump/crankcase ventilation heater (5-cylin-...
Page 323 08 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Under the glove compartment Fold aside the upholstery covering the fuse Function Function boxes. Controls in right rear pas- 1. Press the cover's lock and fold it up. senger's door 2. The fuses are accessible. Controls in left rear pas- Positions-fuse box A senger's door...
Page 324 08 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Function Function Folding rear seat head Heated driver's seat* Adaptive cruise control/ restraints collision warning* Park assist*, trailer hitch Infotainment control mod- Courtesy lighting, rain sen- control module*, park sor* assist camera* Blind Spot Information Sys- Infotainment system, Sirius Steering wheel module tem (BLIS)*...
Page 325 08 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Airbag system, occupant weight sensor Collision warning system* Accelerator pedal, auto- dim mirror function, heated rear seats* Brake lights Power moonroof* Immobilizer Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 326 12-volt socket in trunk Trailer socket 1* Electric parking brake (left side) Electric parking brake (right NOTE side) Please consult a Volvo retailer’s Parts Heated rear window department for the most up-to-date speci- fications. Trailer socket 2* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 327: Vehicle Care
Washing the car considerably and also helps prolong the Exterior components service life of the wiper blades. Volvo recommends the use of special cleaning The following points should be kept in mind products, available at your Volvo retailer, for •...
Page 328 Before driving into an automatic car moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi- wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to Volvo does not recommend the use of long- pate after the lights have been on for a short life or durable paint protection coatings, avoid damaging the windshield wipers.
Page 329 • Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in a This will help the leather resist staining and Volvo also offers a special leather softener that pocket) or Velcro fasteners on clothing protect against sunlight's harmful UV rays. should be applied after the cleaner and pro- may damage the textile upholstery.
Page 330 08 Maintenance and specifications Vehicle care ommends the use of Volvo rubber floor mats. Paint repairs require special equipment and Minor scratches on the surface Consult your Volvo retailer. skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any exten- If the stone chip has not penetrated down to sive damage.
Page 331 08 Maintenance and specifications Vehicle care 4. If there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding paint by masking it 5. After a few days, polish the touched-up areas. Use a soft rag and a small amount of polish.
Page 332 Label information.................. 334 Specifications..................336 Overview of information and warning symbols........343 Volvo programs..................346...
Page 333 S P E C I F I C A T I O N S...
Page 334: Specifications
09 Specifications Label information Location of labels...
Page 335 Vehicle Emission Control Information. Your Volvo is designed to meet all appli- cable emission standards, as evidenced by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards the certification label on the underside of (FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Min- the hood.
Page 336: 09 Specifications
09 Specifications Specifications Dimensions–S60 Position Dimension in (mm) Wheelbase 109.3 (2776) Length 182.2 (4628) Load length, floor, seatback down 68.9 (1749) Load length, floor 38.0 (965) Height 58.4 (1484) Load height 18.3 (465)
Page 337 09 Specifications Specifications Position Dimension in (mm) Track, front 62.5 (1588) 62.1 (1578) Track, rear 62.4 (1585) 62.0 (1575) Load width, floor 36.2 (919) Width 73.4 (1865) Width incl. door mirrors (folded out) 82.6 (2097) Width incl. door mirrors (folded in) 74.8 (1899) with 16"...
Page 338 09 Specifications Specifications Category Canada Permissible axle weights, front 2580 lbs 1170 kg 5-cyl. FWD 2755 lbs 1250 kg 6-cyl. AWD Permissible axle weights, rear 2160 lbs 980 kg 5-cyl. FWD 2490 lbs 1130 kg 6-cyl. AWD Curb weight 3500-3800 1580-1730 Max.
Page 339 Depending on your driving habits, premium or good fuel economy and engine protection. See synthetic oils may provide superior fuel econ- the viscosity chart. omy and engine protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on premium or synthetic oils. Viscosity chart Extreme engine operation Oil additives must not be used.
Page 340 09 Specifications Specifications recommended for driving in areas of sustained The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into temperature extremes (hot or cold), when tow- three parts: ing a trailer over long distances, and for pro- • The upper section describes the oil's per- longed driving in mountainous areas.
Page 341 Power steering fluid WSS M2C204-A2 or equivalent product. Washer fluid 6.8 US qts (6.5 liters) Use a washer antifreeze recom- mended by Volvo, mixed with 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters water. Fuel tank volume 18.5 US gallons (70 liters) Under normal driving conditions the transmission oil does not need changing during its service life. However, it may be necessary under adverse driving conditions.
Page 342 09 Specifications Specifications Electrical system CAUTION If the battery is replaced, replace it with a General information battery of the same cold start capacity and 12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alter- reserve capacity as the original (see the nator. Single pole system in which the chassis decal on the battery).
Page 343: Overview Of Information And Warning Symbols
09 Specifications Overview of information and warning symbols Introduction Symbols in the main instrument panel Indicator symbols The symbols in the vehicle's various displays Symbol Description Warning symbols are divided into three main categories: Symbol Description • Warning symbols Fault in the Active •...
Page 344 09 Specifications Overview of information and warning symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description High beam indicator Adaptive Cruise Con- 157, Driver Alert System* trol * Left turn signal indica- Adaptive Cruise Con- 157, Active Bending Lights trol *, Distance Alert* 163, (ABL)* Right turn signal indi-...
Page 345 09 Specifications Overview of information and warning symbols Information symbols in the center console display Symbol Description Audio files CD folder Video files Bluetooth-connected cell phone Bluetooth hands- free HD radio Park Assist* Information symbols in the ceiling console Symbol Description Seat belt reminder Occupant Weight...
Page 346: Volvo Programs
09 Specifications Volvo programs Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON CALL roadside assistance. Additional informa- tion, features, and benefits are described in a separate information package in your glove compartment. If you require assistance, dial: In the U.S.
Page 347 09 Specifications...
Page 348 10 Index 1, 2, 3 ... Anti-lock brake system oil............341 warning light......... 80 shiftlock override........ 119 12-volt sockets........201 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....122 Axle weight..........279 Approach lighting......57, 100 Audio system AUX/USB sockets....... 226 Bluetooth devices......229 ABS (anti-lock brake system)....
Page 349 10 Index Bulbs Child safety..........39 Crash event data........11 headlights........306, 308 booster cushions........48 Crash mode..........38 introduction......... 306 child restraint systems......42 Cruise control........153, 154 license plate lights......310 convertible seats........46 adaptive..........155 specifications........311 infant seats...........
Page 350 10 Index Eyelets for anchoring loads..... 259 ECC..........144, 145 Garage door opener ® HomeLink Wireless Control System. 111 Economical driving........250 Gasoline requirements......255 Electric parking brake......124 Federal Clean Air Act....... 298 Gas tank volume........341 Electronic Climate Control..142, 144, 145 Floor mats air distribution table......
Page 351 10 Index Head restraints, rear seat......91 Information lights..... 79, 80, 81, 82 Heated oxygen sensors......258 Information symbol........81 Jack Heated rear seats........143 Infotainment system........ 204 attaching..........290 AUX/USB sockets....... 226 High beams..........96 location of........... 290 Bluetooth devices......229 indicator light........
Page 352 10 Index Loading the vehicle......259, 279 retractable........... 106 roof loads..........261 vanity..........201 Paint, touching up........330 Locking............67 Moonroof..........109 Park assist........187, 189 Locking the vehicle........57 Motor oil checking..........302 Park Assist Camera......... 191 Locks, child safety........51 specifications........
Page 353 10 Index PROPOSITION 65 WARNING.. 116, 318, 342 fuel filler door........256 Seat belt fuel tank volume......... 341 reminder..........22 Registering child restraints......41 Seat belts Automatic locking retractor/Emergency Remote control locking retractor........40 private locking........62 Radio buckling..........20 Remote key..........
Page 354 10 Index Spin control..........149 Top tether anchors (child restraint sys- tems)............50 SRS............24 Temporary spare tire....... 283 Touching up paint........330 Stability system....... 149, 150 Three-way catalytic converter....257 Corner Traction Control (CTC).... 149 Towing a trailer........ 262, 263 Engine Drag Control (EDC)....
Page 355 Voice control Windows cell phones......... 240 power..........104 Volvo and the environment......13 Windshield Volvo maintenance........298 rain sensor.......... 102 Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance..346 washers..........103 Volvo programs........346 wipers/washers........102 Volvo Sensus........... 130 Windshield washer fluid....314, 341...
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