Volvo S70 Owner's Manual page 134

1999 S70 & V70
information.
The load placed on the battery is greater during the winter since the windshield wipers, lighting, etc.
are used more often. Moreover, the capacity of the battery decreases as the temperature drops. In very
cold weather, a poorly charged battery can freeze and be damaged. It is therefore advisable to check the
state of charge more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil on the battery posts.
Volvo recommends the use of snow tires on all four wheels for winter driving - see section "Wheels
and tires".
* Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance service intervals.
To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from freezing, add washer solvents containing antifreeze
page 131 for the location of the washer fluid reservoir). This is important since the dirt is often splashed
on the windshield during winter driving, requiring the frequent use of the washers and wipers. The
Volvo Washer Solvent should be diluted as follows:
Down to 14°F (-10°C): 1 part anti-freeze and 4 parts water
Down to 5°F (-15°C): 1 part anti-freeze and 3 parts water
Down to 0°F (-18°C): 1 part anti-freeze and 2 parts water
Down to -18°F (-28°): 1 part anti-freeze and 1 part water
When driving in temperatures below 15° F (-10° C), we recommend the use of Volvo's radiator guard
to help the engine reach normal operating temperature as quickly as possible. This guard should not be
used when towing a trailer.
Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.
NOTE: Avoid the use of de-icing sprays as they can cause damage to the locks.
W Winter/Wet mode
Enhanced Vehicle Traction
This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads.
In this mode:
In position D*, the gearbox starts in 3rd gear and changes up to 4th gear.
In position 3*, 2nd gear is locked and there is no change up to 3rd gear.
In position L, 1st gear is locked.
* These positions always offer the kick-down function.
pg. 83 Long distance trips
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