Volvo V50 Owner's Manual page 159

Maintenance and service
Volvo service
Volvo service programme
Before the car left the factory, it was
thoroughly test driven. It was checked again
in accordance with Volvo Car Corporation
regulations before it was handed over to you.
To keep your Volvo as safe and reliable as
possible, follow the Volvo service programme
specified in the Service and Warranty
Booklet. Have an authorised Volvo workshop
carry out service and maintenance work.
Volvo workshops have the personnel, special
tools and service literature to guarantee the
highest quality of service.
Important!
For the Volvo warranty to apply, check
and follow the instructions in the Service
and Warranty Booklet.
Special service measures
Certain service measures, which affect the
car's electrical system, can only be performed
using electronic equipment specially
developed for your car. Always contact an
authorised Volvo workshop before beginning
or performing service work that affects the
electrical system.
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Installing accessories
The incorrect connection and installation of
accessories can negatively affect the car's
electrical system. Certain accessories only
function when the appropriate software has
been programmed into the car's electrical
system. Always contact an authorised Volvo
workshop before installing accessories which
are connected to or affect the electrical
system.
Recording vehicle data
One or more of the computers in your Volvo
are capable of recording detailed information.
This information is intended for use in
research to enhance safety and for
diagnosing faults in some of the in-car
systems. The data may include details
regarding seatbelt use by the driver and
passengers, the functions of various vehicle
systems and modules, and status information
about the engine, throttle, steering, brakes
and other systems. This data can also include
details of the way the car is driven. This type
of information can include, without being
limited to, specific details such as vehicle
speed, the use of the brake and accelerator
pedals and steering wheel position. This latter
type of data can be stored for a limited period
while the car is being driven and subse-
quently during a collision or a near-collision.
Volvo Car Corporation will not disclose the
stored information without consent. However,
Volvo Car Corporation may be forced to
disclose the information due to national legis-
lation. Volvo Car Corporation and its
workshops may also read and use the infor-
mation.
Adverse driving conditions
Change the engine oil and replace the air and
oil filters more often than recommended in the
Service and Warranty Booklet when driving in
adverse conditions.
Adverse driving conditions include extended
periods of driving:
• in a dusty or sandy environment.
• towing a caravan or trailer.
• in mountainous regions.
• at high speeds.
• at low speeds or idling.
• short journeys (less than 10 km) at low
temperatures (below 5 ºC).