Page 1 VOLVO V70 & XC70 Owner's Manual Web Edition...
Page 3 Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions and operating instructions in this manual.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ..21 Locks............65 Occupant Weight Sensor ......26 Alarm............67 Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags ..30 Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) ....32 Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS..33 Crash mode..........35 Child safety..........36 Child restraint systems......38 Infant seats..........
Page 5 Contents 03 Your driving environment 04 Comfort and driving pleasure 05 During your trip Instruments and controls......72 Menus and messages......122 Driving recommendations....... 196 Ignition modes.......... 79 Climate system........126 Refueling..........200 Seats............81 Audio system.......... 133 Loading........... 204 ®...
Page 6 Contents 06 Maintenance and 07 Index specifications Index............286 Volvo maintenance........218 Maintaining your car....... 219 Hood and engine compartment....221 Engine oil..........222 Fluids............224 Replacing bulbs........226 Wiper blades and washer fluid....233 Battery............. 235 Fuses............238 Wheels and tires........246 Vehicle care..........
Page 7: Contents
Contents...
Page 8: Introduction
Introduction Important information About this manual Decals Risk of damage to the vehicle There are various types of decals in the vehicle • Before you operate your vehicle for the first whose purpose is to provide important infor- time, please familiarize yourself with the mation in a clear and concise way.
Page 9 The applicable position list's description of the various ferently, depending on special legal require- information for your particular vehicle can components. ments. be found on the respective decals in the vehicle. Contact your Volvo retailer for additional infor- mation.
Page 10 Depress the brake pedal, press the fornia to cause cancer, and birth defects or • Volvo reserves the right to make model button on the front side of the gear selector and other reproductive harm. In addition, certain changes at any time, or to change spec- move the selector from P (Park).
Page 11 Points to keep in mind ers may store what they monitor, either during • Do not export your Volvo to another coun- normal vehicle operation or in a crash or near- try before investigating that country's crash event. Stored information may be read...
Page 12: 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 13: Environment
Volvo is committed to the well being of its cus- cycle. The metal content is about 75% of the •...
Page 14 Seat belts ....................18 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........... 21 Occupant Weight Sensor ............... 26 Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags ........... 30 Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) ..............32 Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS........... 33 Crash mode.................... 35 Child safety..................... 36 Child restraint systems................
Page 15 S A F E T Y...
Page 16: 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 17: 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 18: Seat Belts
The lap section of the belt must be posi- tioned low on the hips (not pressing against • if the Automatic Locking Retractor/Emer- Volvo also believes no child should sit in the the abdomen). gency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) is acti- front seat of a vehicle.
Page 19 Use water and a mild deter- work done by a trained and qualified gent for cleaning. Check seat belt mechanism Volvo service technician only. function as follows: attach the seat belt and pull • Any device used to induce slack into the rapidly on the strap.
Page 20 01 Safety Seat belts • It provides information about which seat Seat belt use during pregnancy a distance as possible between their belly and belts are fastened in the rear seat. A mes- the steering wheel. sage will appear in the information display Child seats when a belt is being used.
Page 21: 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 22 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 23 (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 24 • Volvo's front airbags use special sen- sit leaning toward the instrument panel sors that are integrated with the front or otherwise sit out of position.
Page 25 • 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 26: 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 27 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 28 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 29 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 37).
Page 30: Side Impact Protection (Sips) Airbags
01 Safety Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags General information SIPS airbag deployment SIPS decal on the front of the driver's door open- Location of the side impact (SIPS) airbags (front SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs seats only) only on the side of the vehicle affected by the NOTE impact.
Page 31 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 32: Volvo Inflatable Curtain (Vic)
It is designed to help protect the tion of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain. heads of the occupants of the front seats and the occupant of the outboard rear seating posi- tions in certain side impact collisions.
Page 33: Whiplash Protection System - Whips
Volvo service technician, even the backrest/head restraint to help support the if the seats appear to be undamaged.
Page 34 01 Safety Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS WARNING WARNING • Any contact between the front seat backr- Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind ests and the folded rear seat or a rear-facing the front seats could impede the func- child seat could impede the function of the tion of the WHIPS system.
Page 35: Crash Mode
Restoring the vehicle to normal operat- WARNING ing status should only be done by a Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable trained and qualified Volvo service tech- Driving after a collision after Safety mode has been set, it should nician.
Page 36: Child Safety
A specially designed and tested booster cush- belts or the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt. ion can be obtained from your Volvo retailer. It should have a label certifying that it meets Such child restraint systems can help protect applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety USA: for children weighing 33 –...
Page 37 Volvo's recommendations Exposure to these high temperatures for even a short period of time can Why does Volvo believe that no child should sit cause heat-related injury or death. in the front seat of a vehicle? It's quite simple Small children are particularly at risk.
Page 38: 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 39 • 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 40: 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 41 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 to ensure that out as far as possible to activate the belt's it is held securely in place by the seat belt.
Page 42: 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 43 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 44: 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 45: Isofix Lower Anchors
01 Safety ISOFIX lower anchors Using the ISOFIX lower child seat 2. Kneel on the child restraint to press down the seat cushion and locate the anchors by anchors feel. 3. Fasten the attachment on the child restraint's lower straps to the ISOFIX lower anchors.
Page 46: 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 side of the backrests.
Page 47: Child Restraint Registration And Recalls
01 Safety Child restraint registration and recalls Registering a child restraint Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register your child restraint to be reached in a recall. To stay informed about child safety seat recalls, be sure to fill out and return the registration card that comes with new child restraints.
Page 48: Integrated Booster Cushion
(see page 38). The Volvo's optional integrated booster cushions shoulder belt must never be placed behind the are located in the outboard seating positions. child's back or under the arm.
Page 49 01 Safety Integrated booster cushion • That the seat belt is properly positioned and is taut. • The shoulder section of the seat belt is across the child's collarbone, not over the neck. • The lap section of the seat belt is across the child's hips and not the abdomen.
Page 50 This work should be performed by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician only. The booster cushion can be folded down com- pletely (stowed) from either the stage 1 or stage...
Page 51: Child Safety Locks
01 Safety Child safety locks Child safety locks NOTE There are no manual child safety locks on vehicles equipped with the optional power child safety locks. WARNING Remember, in the event of an accident, the rear seat passengers cannot open the doors from the inside with the controls in position A (manual child safety locks) or if the power child safety lock function is activated.
Page 52 Remote key and key blade..............54 Private locking ..................61 Keyless drive................... 62 Locks....................... 65 Alarm....................... 67...
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 ponents. 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 USA–FCC ID: LTQWFS 125VO a key, take the other keys to a trained and vehicles with the optional keyless drive. qualified Volvo service technician for reprog- This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Confirmation when locking/unlocking ramming as an antitheft measure. The follow- rules.
Page 56 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Canada–IC: 3659A-WFS125VO Common functions – Remote key/ Approach lighting Personal Car Communicator (PCC) Operation is subject to the following condi- Tailgate unlock tions: (1) this device may not cause interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any inter- Panic alarm ference, including interference that may cause Information...
Page 57 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Unlock tailgate – Press the button twice within To deactivate, wait approximately 5 seconds Functions – PCC several seconds to disarm the alarm system and press the button again. and optional movement sensor (the alarm indi- These lights will switch off automatically after cator light on the dashboard will go out), and 30, 60 or 90 seconds, see page 122 for more...
Page 58 NOTE the vehicle, contact an authorized Volvo Range service technician. If none of the indicator lights illuminate when The PCC's lock and unlock functions have a the information button is pressed, this may range of approximately 60 ft.
Page 59 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade function, see page 62 for detailed informa- Locking the doors with the detached key 3. Gently press the key blade in the groove tion. until it clicks into place. blade 1. Lock the rear doors and the front passeng- er's door by pressing the lock button on Detachable key blade Replacing batteries in the remote key/...
Page 60 02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade Re-assembling the remote key NOTE 1. Press the remote key's cover into place. Turn the remote key with the buttons 2. Hold the remote key with the slot for the upward so that the batteries do not fall out when the cover is removed.
Page 61: Private Locking
02 Locks and alarm Private locking Tailgate compartment and disconnect the tailgate from the central Activating the private locking function locking system for e.g., valet parking or when the vehicle is brought to the retailer for service. With the private locking function activated: •...
Page 62: Keyless Drive
02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive Keyless drive (models with Personal Both of the PCCs provided with the vehicle Locking the vehicle have the keyless function, and additional ones Car Communicator only) The doors and the tailgate can be locked by can be ordered.
Page 63 02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive For Automobile Use NOTE CAUTION Canada – IC:267T-5WK48952, If several people carrying PCCs approach • Keyless drive remote keys should never 267T-5WK48964, 267T-5WK48891 the vehicle at the same time, the driver's be left in the vehicle. In the event of a seat and door mirrors will assume the posi- break-in, a remote found in the vehicle NOTE...
Page 64 02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive The keyless drive system has a number of antennas located at various points in the vehi- cle. On the tailgate, near the wiper motor Left rear door handle Ceiling, above the center of the rear seat Under the floor of the cargo area, near the rear seat Right rear door handle...
Page 65: Locks
02 Locks and alarm Locks Locking and unlocking the vehicle From inside the vehicle Automatic relocking If the doors are unlocked, the locks will auto- From outside the vehicle matically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will The remote key locks all of the doors and the rearm after 2 minutes unless a door or the tail- tailgate.
Page 66 02 Locks and alarm Locks on removing the key blade from the remote > The alarm indicator light on the dash- Unlocking the tailgate from the key. board will go out to indicate that the passenger compartment alarm is not monitoring the entire vehi- Insert the key blade in the glove compart- cle.
Page 67: Alarm
A message will appear in the information dis- • 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 an authorized Volvo service techni- slot – the alarm has been triggered. cian.
Page 68 02 Locks and alarm Alarm Disarming the alarm Remote key not functioning In certain situations it may be desirable to turn off the accessory inclination and movement ± If the remote key is not functioning properly, Press the Unlock button on the remote key. alarm sensors if, for example, you drive your the alarm can be turned off and the vehicle can >...
Page 69 02 Locks and alarm Alarm 4. Press ENTER 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. The accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors will be reactivated.
Page 70 Instruments and controls................ 72 Ignition modes..................79 Seats....................... 81 Steering wheel..................86 Lighting....................87 Wipers and washers................93 Power windows..................96 Mirrors..................... 98 Power moon roof* ................100 HomeLink® Wireless Control System*..........102 Starting the engine................105 Transmission..................109 Brakes....................112 Parking brake..................
Page 71 Y O U R D R I V I N G E N V I R O N M E N T...
Page 72: 03 Your Driving Environment
03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Instrument overview...
Page 73 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Function Page Function Page Function Page Menus and mes- 122, 90, In-door control pan- 96, 98, Power seat* adjust- sages, turn signals, 87, 153 els (power win- 51, 65 ment controls high/low beams, dows, mirrors, Lighting panel, but- 87, 202,...
Page 74 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls More detailed information can be found in the management system will automatically bol, which only goes out when the brake is dis- descriptions of the functions that use the infor- prevent excessively high engines speeds. engaged.
Page 75 When this happens, please have your vehicle information) or this will take place automatically should be driven to a trained and qualified checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- after a short time (the length of time varies, Volvo service technician for inspection, see ice technician as soon as possible.
Page 76 Volvo service technician. This is normal, and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s) provided it goes off when the engine speed is...
Page 77 High also come on in conjunction with other sym- bols are still lit, the vehicle can be driven, engine temp Stop engine with great care, to an authorized Volvo bols. . If appropriate, workshop to have the brake system other messages, such as...
Page 78 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Trip odometers Clock Trip odometers and reset button Clock and setting control Display Odometer display Control for setting the clock Button for toggling between and for resetting the odometer Turn the control clockwise/counterclockwise The trip odometers are used to measure short to set the time.
Page 79: Ignition Modes
03 Your driving environment Ignition modes Inserting and removing the remote key from the slot. The gear selector must be in NOTE position P (Park). The brake pedal must not be depressed when accessing ignition modes I or II. Ignition modes The various ignition modes are accessed with the remote key in the ignition slot.
Page 80 03 Your driving environment Ignition modes Functions with timer The audio system can be operated without a key for 15 minutes at a time by pressing the POWER button. The power windows work for several minutes after the key has been removed, although not after the door has been opened.
Page 81: Seats
03 Your driving environment Seats Front seats Lift the catches (3 in the inset illustration) WARNING on the rear of the backrest. • Do not adjust the seat while driving. The Without releasing the catches, push the seat should be adjusted so that the backrest forward.
Page 82 03 Your driving environment Seats Programming the memory Remote keyless entry system and the NOTE Three different seating and door mirror posi- driver's seat • Only one of the power seat's controls tions can be stored in the driver seat's memory. The remote control transmitter also controls can be used at the same time.
Page 83 03 Your driving environment Seats Rear seats NOTE WARNING • • The key memory is independent of the Because the driver's seat can be Folding down the rear seat backrests seat memory. adjusted with the ignition off, children should never be left unattended in the •...
Page 84 03 Your driving environment Seats • The right (passenger's side) section can be Rear center head restraint WARNING folded down together with the center sec- • When the backrest(s) are returned to the tion. upright position, check that it is properly •...
Page 85 03 Your driving environment Seats restraint should be carefully adjusted to sup- Manually lowering the rear seat's WARNING port the occupant's head. outboard head restraints For safety reasons, no one should be • Pull the head restraint up as required. allowed to sit in the outboard rear seat posi- tions if the head restraints are folded down.
Page 86: Steering Wheel
03 Your driving environment Steering wheel Adjusting Horn WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while driv- ing. With the optional speed-dependent power steering the level of steering force can be adjusted, see page 158. Keypads Adjusting the steering wheel Horn ±...
Page 87: Lighting
03 Your driving environment Lighting Lighting panel High/low beam headlights Daytime running lights can be deactivated by a trained and qualified Volvo service techni- cian. NOTE • The use of daytime running lights is mandatory in Canada. • Continuous high beams cannot be acti-...
Page 88 The front and rear parking lights can be turned and qualified When this function is activated, the headlight on even when the ignition is switched off. Volvo serv- beams adjust laterally to help light up a curve ice techni- Turn the headlight control to the center posi- according to movements of the steering wheel cian.
Page 89 03 Your driving environment Lighting Front fog lights Rear fog light NOTE The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights 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 90 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 91 03 Your driving environment Lighting Interior lighting, rear The lights are switched on or off by pressing The passenger compartment lighting can be each respective button. switched on and off manually within 30 minutes after the vehicle has been unlocked. Courtesy lights/door step lighting* If the lighting is switched on manually and the The courtesy lights/door step lighting switch...
Page 92 03 Your driving environment Lighting Approach lighting Approach lighting is activated by pressing the approach light button on the remote key (see the illustration on page 56). When the function has been activated, the parking lights, indicator lights, door mirror lights, license plate lighting, dome lighting and door step lighting come on.
Page 93: Wipers And Washers
03 Your driving environment Wipers and washers Windshield wipers/washers Windshield wipers off NOTE Move the lever to position 0 to switch The wipers will make an extra sweep each off the windshield wipers. time the thumb wheel is adjusted upward. Single sweep Move the lever upward from position When the rain sensor is activated, the symbol...
Page 94 This function is deactivated when a different After the lever is released the wipers make sev- tion. gear is selected. eral extra sweeps. Consult your Volvo retailer if you would like to have this function deactivated. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 95 03 Your driving environment Wipers and washers fading effect of sunlight on upholstery, panels, NOTE etc. On vehicles with the optional rain sensor, Electronic equipment such as garage door the tailgate wiper will be activated when reverse is selected, if the rain sensor is acti- openers, electronic toll tags and similar devi- vated and it is raining.
Page 96: 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 97 03 Your driving environment Power windows Laminated glass* This glass is reinforced to help pro- vide protection against break-ins and improved sound insulation in the passenger compartment. The windshield, optional monroof and other windows have laminated glass. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 98: Mirrors
03 Your driving environment Mirrors Power door mirrors Retractable power door mirrors* To acitvate 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 door mirror will reset to its normal position: 1.
Page 99 03 Your driving environment Mirrors to the neutral position for electric retracting/ Press the button once to start simultaneous extending to work. rear window and door mirror defrosting. The light in the button indicates that the function is • Retract the mirrors with the L and R but- active.
Page 100: Power Moon Roof
03 Your driving environment Power moon roof* 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 101 03 Your driving environment Power moon roof* Tilt position Tilt position, raised at the rear edge Open by pressing the rear edge of the con- trol upward. Close by pulling the rear edge of the con- trol downward and hold it until the moon- roof has closed completely.
Page 102: 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 103 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 104 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 105: Starting The Engine
03 Your driving environment Starting the engine Start 1. Insert the remote key into the ignition slot 3. Depress the brake pedal . Press and with the buttons upward and the metallic release the START/STOP ENGINE button. key blade pointing outward (not inserted The autostart function will operate the into the slot) starter motor until the engine starts.
Page 106 03 Your driving environment Starting the engine WARNING WARNING NOTE An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause • • Always remove the remote key from the After a cold start, idle speed may be the accelerator and/or brake pedal to catch. ignition slot when leaving the vehicle, noticeably higher than normal for a Check that the movement of these pedals is...
Page 107 03 Your driving environment Starting the engine Switching off the engine To jump start your vehicle: CAUTION With the engine running, press the START/ 1. Switch off the ignition (set the ignition to • When starting in cold weather, the auto- STOP ENGINE button.
Page 108 03 Your driving environment Starting the engine WARNING WARNING PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! • Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or to any moving Battery posts, terminals, and related acces- parts. Avoid touching hot manifolds. sories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California •...
Page 109: Transmission
03 Your driving environment Transmission Automatic transmission Shiftlock Reverse (R) When P has been selected, the transmission is The vehicle must be stationary when position mechanically blocked in this position. The R is selected. brake pedal must be depressed and the igni- Neutral position (N) tion must be in at least mode II (see page 79) No gear is engaged and the engine can be...
Page 110 03 Your driving environment Transmission • Geartronic–manual shifting If you hold the gear selector toward "–", the 2. Press the gear selector forward and transmission will downshift one gear at a release it (this selects 2nd gear). Press the Geartronic allows you to manually shift among time and will utilize the braking power of selector forward again and release it to your vehicle's six forward speeds.
Page 111 All Wheel Drive – AWD trained and qualified 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 112: Brakes
DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a trained towing a trailer, the brakes will be subjected to engine switched off. and qualified Volvo service technician and a greater than normal load. If the power brakes are not working, consider- have the brake system inspected.
Page 113 DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle is released. towed to a trained and qualified Volvo serv- Cleaning the brake pads is advisable in wet • When the vehicle has been parked for...
Page 114: 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 115 1. Start the engine. Park brake not fully released – A fault is pre- after the vehicle begins to move. venting the parking brake from being released. Contact an authorized Volvo workshop. If you Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 116 Parking brake not applied – A fault is pre- venting the parking brake from being applied. Try to apply and release. Contact a Volvo work- shop if the message remains. Parking brake Service required – A fault has occurred.
Page 117: Hill Descent Control (Hdc)
03 Your driving environment Hill Descent Control (HDC) Function Introduction NOTE Normally, when the accelerator pedal is HDC cannot be activated if the gear selector released while driving down hills, the vehicle's is the D position. speed slows as the engine runs at lower rpm (the normal engine braking effect).
Page 118 03 Your driving environment Hill Descent Control (HDC) HDC can be deactivated at any time. If this is done while driving down a steep hill, the sys- tem's braking effect will decrease gradually. NOTE Engine response to pressure on the accel- erator pedal may be slightly slower than normal when HDC is activated.
Page 119 03 Your driving environment...
Page 120 Menus and messages................122 Climate system..................126 Audio system..................133 ® Bluetooth hands-free connection............147 Trip computer..................153 Compass....................155 Stability system..................156 Active chassis system–Four C.............. 158 Cruise control..................159 Collision warning with Auto-brake*............161 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*............167 Distance alert* ..................
Page 121 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 122: 04 Comfort And Driving Pleasure
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Menus and messages Center console Steering wheel keypad 1. Press MENU. Certain functions are controlled from the center 2. Scroll to the desired menu and press console via the menu system or from the key- ENTER.
Page 123 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Menus and messages Tire pressure Main menu FM Main menu USB HD radio USB settings Door mirror settings FM settings Audio settings Parking camera settings (accessory) Radio text Track information* Lane departure warning* Advanced radio settings Steering force level* Main iPod menu Audio settings...
Page 124 Serious risk of damage. Information display and menu controls Contact an author- READ – access to the list of messages and ized Volvo work- message confirmation. shop. Thumbwheel – browse among menus and Stopping the Stop and switch off options in the list of functions.
Page 125 Contact an author- Service required Have the vehicle ized Volvo workshop checked by an for service. authorized Volvo workshop as soon Temporarily OFF A function has been as possible.
Page 126: Climate System
Work of this type should only be done when it has been parked. This water is by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech- condensation from the A/C system and NOTE is normal.
Page 127 Vertical airflow partment air. Direct the outer air vents toward the side win- NOTE dows to defrost. Contact your Volvo retailer for IAQS air filter replacement intervals. The incoming air is distributed from 20 different vents in the passenger compartment.
Page 128 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Air vents in the door pillars Electronic climate control, ECC Recirculation/Air quality system Temperature control, driver's side Ventilated front seats* The ventilation system consists of fans in the seats and backrests that draw air through the seat upholstery.
Page 129 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system • Level one: press the button three times for Press the button four times to switch off the Auto the lowest output – one indicator light heat – no indicator lights come on. The function automatically comes on.
Page 130 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Temperature control Defroster Recirculation/air quality system The temperatures on the This function defrosts/de-ices Recirculation driver and passenger sides the windshield and front side This function can be used to can be set independently. windows.
Page 131 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate system Interior Air Quality System–IAQS* Activating the air quality sensor NOTE This system consists of a mul- Switch between the three • The air quality sensor should always be tifilter and an air quality sen- functions by pressing the but- engaged in order to obtain the best air sor.
Page 132 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 133: Audio System
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system Introduction Overview Steering wheel keypad The audio system is available in two versions: High Performance and Premium Sound. The system version is shown in the display when the audio system is switched on. If the audio system is on when the ignition is switched off, it will come on automatically the next time the ignition is put in mode I or higher.
Page 134 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system • Audio functions tion can be set at low, medium or high. Select Balance – Balance between the right and left speakers. the level under Audio settings Auto • volume control. Subwoofer * – Level for the bass speaker. The subwoofer can be switched off by External audio source audio volume turning control (3) counterclockwise to...
Page 135 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system Equalizer There is also a dynamic calibration that takes Scan the current wave band into consideration the volume level, radio Sound levels for different frequencies can be Auto store the strongest radio stations in reception, and the speed of the vehicle.
Page 136 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system 2. Hold in one of the preset buttons until the Scan USB/iPod connector* Channel stored message appears on the The function automatically searches the cur- display. rent wave band for strong stations. When a station is found, it is played for approx.
Page 137 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system The text Loading will be displayed while the iPod NOTE system loads the files (folder structure) on the An iPod receives current and its battery is The system supports playback of files in the device.
Page 138 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system Scroll/search forward and backward HD Radio reception (U.S. models only) Short presses on (2) are used to scroll between CD tracks or preset radio stations. Long Introduction presses are used to fast-wind CD tracks or to search for radio stations automatically.
Page 139 93.9 WNYC will noticeable as a "stuttering" effect. ber of listening choices through “multicast- (Volvo uses the symbol > to indicate there ing” (consisting of a frequency's main The above items are dependant on the are sub-channels available) The sub-FM...
Page 140 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system Switching HD on or off Sub-channels main channel, press the left arrow key. To go to subchannel 2 (if available), press the right The factory setting for HD radio is on. However, arrow key. when driving through areas with weak HD sig- nals (fringe areas), you may experience that the If you are currently tuned to a frequency's main...
Page 141 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system you are out of digital range of the transmitter, Activating Sirius radio 4. Press ENTER or the right arrow key to No HD reception select a category. will be displayed. 1. Tune to a satellite channel that has no audio, which means that the channel is >...
Page 142 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system page 135 for detailed information on storing If a new song is selected when the memory is NOTE channels. full, you will be prompted to press ENTER to • The numbers of skipped or locked delete the last song on the list.
Page 143 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system Radio text Skip options NOTE The text that is displayed about the song that This function is used to remove a channel from All channels are initially unlocked. is currently playing can be changed. Use the the list of available channels.
Page 144 3. The current code will be displayed. the CD player will enter pause mode. Press the Scan CD CD button to restart the disc. Your Volvo retailer can also provide you with assistance. Certain markets only. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 145 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system Eject individual discs by pressing the eject but- length of time that this takes depends on the vate. Interrupt with EXIT or SCAN to continue ton. quality of the disc. playing the current CD track/sound file. Eject all discs with a long press on the eject Navigating the disc and playing tracks Random...
Page 146 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Audio system CD changer If a normal music CD is being played under Random Single disc Random discs. The All discs feature only applies to the music CDs in the changer. If a CD with sound files is being played, acti- vate/deactivate instead under Random Folder.
Page 147: Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Connection
NOTE Not all cell phones are fully compatible with the hands-free system. A list of compatible phones is available at your Volvo retailer or at www.volvocars.us WARNING Never use the hands-free feature or any System overview...
Page 148 04 Comfort and driving pleasure ® Bluetooth hands-free connection function is also available on the steering Alternative 1–using the vehicle's menus disconnect it from the hands-free system wheel keypad. (by pressing PHONE in the center console ® 1. Activate the cell phone’s Bluetooth func- for several seconds).
Page 149 04 Comfort and driving pleasure ® Bluetooth hands-free connection 3. Press ENTER. Handling calls NOTE End the call by pressing EXIT. • Incoming calls On certain cell phones, the connection ± is broken when the mute function is Press ENTER to answer a call, even if the Disconnecting the cell phone used, which is normal.
Page 150 04 Comfort and driving pleasure ® Bluetooth hands-free connection Ringing volume More information about registering A connection can also be established in the and connecting cell phones menu system under Bluetooth Connect Go to Phone settings Sounds and A maximum of 5 cell phones can be registered phone Change phone.
Page 151: Hands-Free Connection
04 Comfort and driving pleasure ® Bluetooth hands-free connection Searching for contacts Call lists Button Function The easiest way to search for a contact in the Lists of calls in a particular cell phone are cop- phone book is to press and hold any of the ied to the hands-free system each time that Space .1-? ! , : "...
Page 152 04 Comfort and driving pleasure ® Bluetooth hands-free connection ® Bluetooth menus Missed calls Received calls Dialed calls Phone book 4.1. Search 4.2. Copy fr. mobile phone Bluetooth... 5.1. Change phone 5.2. Connect phone 5.3. Disconnect phone 5.4. Connect fr. mobile phone Phone settings 6.1.
Page 153: 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 154 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer seconds, Average speed and Average fuel consumption are reset simultaneously.
Page 155: Compass
04 Comfort and driving pleasure 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 156: Stability System
This is one of DSTC's permanent functions and 2. Restart the engine. cannot be switched off. If the message remains when the engine is restarted, drive to an authorized Volvo work- Active Yaw Control (AYC) shop to have the system inspected. This function helps maintain directional stabil-...
Page 157 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Stability system • If the symbol flashes, this indicates that the stability system is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid. • If the symbol remains on for approximately 2 seconds after the engine has been started, this indicates that the system is performing a self-diagnostic test.
Page 158: 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 159: Cruise Control
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Cruise control Operation > The symbol illuminates and the text NOTE --- mph current speed (5) indicates • A temporary increase in speed by that cruise control is in standby mode. pressing the accelerator pedal, for less than 1 minute (e.g.
Page 160 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Cruise control Temporary deactivation The driver can temporarily deactivate cruise control by pressing 0. The saved speed is shown in brackets in the information display. Resume set speed If cruise control has been deactivated tempo- rarily, it can be reactivated by pressing .
Page 161: Collision Warning With Auto-Brake
Volvo cles that are moving in the same direction as technician. your vehicle. If there is a risk of collision, the driver is alerted by a flashing red warning light and an audible warning signal.
Page 162 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Collision warning with Auto-brake* support is activated. Brake support prepares On and off WARNING the brake system to react quickly, and the To switch Collision Warning on or off, go into • The setting Short should only be used brakes are applied slightly.
Page 163 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Collision warning with Auto-brake* Limitations WARNING NOTE Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light con- • If warnings are given too frequently, the In certain situations, the system cannot trasts, the use of sunglasses, or if the driver is warning distance can be reduced (see provide warnings or warning may be not looking straight ahead may make the visual...
Page 164 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Collision warning with Auto-brake* Fault tracing and actions WARNING If the message Windscreen Sensors • The camera has the same limitations as blocked is displayed, this means that the cam- the human eye. In other words, its era is obscured and cannot detect vehicle or “vision is impaired”...
Page 165 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 166 170 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 167: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc)
Maintenance of cruise control compo- tain a suitable speed or suitable dis- nents must only be performed by an Controls tance. authorized Volvo workshop. Radar sensor in front grille Adaptive cruise control consists of: • A cruise control system to maintain a set speed •...
Page 168 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* of the vehicle ahead exceeds the speed that WARNING WARNING you have set. • When adaptive cruise control disengages, Adaptive cruise control is not a collision The adaptive cruise control system is designed the brakes will not be modulated automati- avoidance system.
Page 169 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* Operation illuminates in the display and (---) indicate NOTE that ACC is in standby mode. • If one of the adaptive cruise control but- tons is pressed for more than approxi- Setting a speed mately one minute, ACC will be deacti- Use the...
Page 170 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* trol. The set speed is then cleared and cannot must then intervene and adapt the vehicle's WARNING be resumed. speed to the surrounding traffic. • Only use a time interval that is suitable When ACC is activated, the vehicle’s speed Automatic deactivation may be caused if: in current traffic conditions.
Page 171 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* • if the radar sensor is obstructed and can- lanes between your vehicle and the one not detect other vehicles, for example in that the system has already detected. heavy rain, or if snow or other objects are Small vehicles, such as motorcycles, or obscuring the radar sensor.
Page 172 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 173 ACC has been temporarily disconnected because the radar is obstructed in some way and cannot detect other vehicles. see page 170 for information on the radar sensor’s limitations.. Cruise control Service ACC is not functioning. required Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 174: Distance Alert
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Distance alert* Introduction Distance Alert is active at speeds above Setting a time interval approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). The buttons for setting a time interval are Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- located on the left side of the steering wheel, trol and is a function that provides information WARNING...
Page 175 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Distance alert* also displayed when Adaptive Cruise Control is Limitations WARNING activated. The Distance Alert function uses the same • Bad weather or winding roads may radar sensor used by Adaptive Cruise Control affect the radar sensor’s capacity to NOTE and the Collision Warning system.
Page 176 See page 170 for information on the radar sensor’s limitations. Collision warn. Service Distance Alert or Collision Warning with Auto-brake is not functioning properly. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. required Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 177: Driver Alert System
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Driver Alert System* Introduction Driver Alert Control (DAC)–general DAC is designed to help detect a slowly chang- ing driving pattern. It is primarily intended to be information 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 178 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Driver Alert System* Operating DAC Thumb wheel. Turn this wheel until Driver If the vehicle is being driven erratically, the driver will be alerted by an audible signal and Alert is displayed. The second line shows Certain settings can be made from the menu the message Driver Alert, Time for a break is Off, Unavailable...
Page 179 See page 163 for information on the camera’s limitations. Driver Alert Sys Service The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message remains in the display.
Page 180 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Driver Alert System* Lane Departure Warning (LDW)– Operation and function If the camera can no longer monitor the road’s side marker lines, or if the vehicle’s speed falls general information below 37 mph (60 km/h), LDW will return to standby mode and Lane Depart Warn Unavailable...
Page 181 See page 163 for information on the camera’s limitations. The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the Driver Alert Sys Service required message remains in the display.
Page 182: 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 four ultrasound sensors located ±...
Page 183 Rear park assist is deactivated automati- Display in a vehicle with rear park assist cally when towing a trailer if Volvo genuine only. Here, an object has been detected by trailer wiring is used.
Page 184 Service required is shown on the Location of the front sensors. information display, this indicates that the sys- tem is not functioning properly and has been disengaged. Consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 185: 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 186 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 187 System status smooth surface such as barriers between lanes on play a highway BLIS not functioning Blind spot syst. Service required properly. Contact an authorized Volvo service technician. BLIS camera Blind spot syst. Camera blocked obscured. Clean the lenses. Blind-spot info...
Page 188 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 189: Passenger Compartment Convenience
04 Comfort and driving pleasure Passenger compartment convenience Storage spaces...
Page 190 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, 12-volt socket and AUX input Jacket holder Rear seat cup holders Storage pocket Jacket holder Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.) under...
Page 191 I, see page 79. The auxiliary socket can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette lighters and ashtrays can be purchased from your Volvo retailer. WARNING Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
Page 192 04 Comfort and driving pleasure Passenger compartment convenience NOTE The 12-volt socket in the cargo area pro- vides electrical current even when the igni- tion is switched off. Using the socket while the engine is not running will drain the bat- tery.
Page 193 04 Comfort and driving pleasure...
Page 194 Driving recommendations..............196 Refueling....................200 Loading....................204 Cargo area ................... 209 Towing a trailer..................212 Emergency towing................214...
Page 195 D U R I N G Y O U R T R I P...
Page 196: 05 During Your Trip
05 During your trip Driving recommendations • General information Remove snow tires when threat of snow or WARNING ice has ended. Driving with the tailgate open: Driving with Economical driving conserves natural • Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc, the tailgate open could lead to poisonous resources increase air resistance and also fuel con-...
Page 197 05 During your trip Driving recommendations Driving through water CAUTION WARNING • The vehicle can be driven through water up • The cooling fan may start or continue to Engine damage will occur if water is to a depth of approximately 10 in. (25 cm), operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine drawn into the air cleaner.
Page 198 It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle • Consider your destination. If you will be checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- NOTE driving through an area where snow or ice ice technician before driving long distances.
Page 199 0 °F (–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and 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 200: 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 201 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 202 05 During your trip Refueling • Opening/closing the fuel filler door Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed If necessary, the fuel filler door can be opened and is completely closed after refueling. manually: • Open the fuel filler cap slowly during hot 1.
Page 203 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 204: Loading
• Stop the engine and apply the parking The power tailgate can be opened automati- tion of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain. brake when loading or unloading long cally in the three ways: objects. The gear selector can be knocked •...
Page 205 05 During your trip Loading Interrupting automatic opening/closing Operating the tailgate manually CAUTION Automatic opening or closing the tailgate can The power tailgate can be disconnected from Be sure that there is adequate space above be interrupted in four ways: the vehicle’s electrical system by quickly pull- and behind the vehicle before opening the ing the outer handle twice.
Page 206 05 During your trip Loading The floor of the cargo compartment has rails Fold up the hook. It will lock in place. WARNING on opposite sides of the vehicle equipped with • Cover sharp edges on long loads to help hooks for anchoring loads with straps, nets, NOTE prevent injury to occupants.
Page 207 05 During your trip Loading • Press the hook down lightly and move the The opening on the hook closest to the rear NOTE seat backrest should point toward the it to an opening in the rail. The straps should preferably be approxi- backrest.
Page 208 The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel con- sumption will increase with the size of the Using load carriers load. Load carriers are available as Volvo accesso- • Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast ries. Observe the following points when in use: cornering and hard braking.
Page 209: Cargo Area
05 During your trip Cargo area Steel cargo grid* Installing the steel cargo grid Do the same on the opposite side of the vehicle. In order to install the steel grid, the rear seat backrests must be completely folded down, see page 83 for instructions.
Page 210 05 During your trip Cargo area Cargo area cover* 4. Check that both ends of the cover are Cargo net* securely locked in place. Removing the cover 1. Press one of the end pieces of the cover inward. 2. Pull the cover carefully upward and out- ward.
Page 211 05 During your trip Cargo area The two-sections of the net are attached to the Pull up the right side of the net by grasping WARNING rear side of the rear seat backrest. The cas- its strap. • When not in use, return the cassettes to settes have different widths, and the widest Insert the net’s rod in the retaining bracket their storage compartment under the...
Page 212: 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 213 13-pin connector and the trailer has bly. 7 pins. Use an adapter cable approved by 3. Align the hole in the ball holder with the one Volvo. Make sure the cable does not drag on in the hitch assembly. the ground.
Page 214: Emergency Towing
05 During your trip Emergency towing Towing eyelet on the right sides of either the front or rear Screw the towing eyelet in place, first by bumper (see illustration). hand and then using the tire iron until it is securely in place. CAUTION After the vehicle has been towed, the eyelet should be removed and returned to its storage...
Page 215 The steering wheel must be unlocked. The All Wheel Drive Vehicles with AWD (All Wheel Drive) with the remote key must be in the ignition slot Volvo recommends the use of flat bed equip- front wheels off the ground should not be ment. •...
Page 216 Volvo maintenance................218 Maintaining your car................219 Hood and engine compartment............221 Engine oil....................222 Fluids..................... 224 Replacing bulbs..................226 Wiper blades and washer fluid.............. 233 Battery....................235 Fuses..................... 238 Wheels and tires................... 246 Vehicle care................... 268 Label information.................. 273 Specifications..................
Page 217 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 218: 06 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 219: 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 vehicle's OBD II system.
Page 220 06 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 221: Hood And Engine Compartment
06 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 222: Engine Oil
2. Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and check • • The car should be parked on a level sur- Volvo does not recommend the use of the oil level. The level must be between the face when the oil is checked. oil additives.
Page 223 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 224: 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 225 The fluid level must be display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car between the MIN and MAX marks. For capaci- towed to a trained and qualified Volvo ties and recommended fluid grade, see service technician and have the brake page 282.
Page 226: Replacing Bulbs
For information regarding any other bulbs on the reflector, which will damage it. not mentioned in this section, please con- tact your Volvo retailer or a trained and authorized Volvo service technician. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 227 4. Lift out the housing and place it on a soft These bulbs should always be disposed surface to avoid scratching the lens. of by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- 5. Replace the defective bulb(s). ice technician. Reinserting the headlight housing Removing the headlight housing 1.
Page 228 06 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Low beam, Halogen High beam, Halogen 7. Put the cover back into position and rein- stall the headlight housing. Extra high beam 1. Remove the headlight housing from the 1. Remove the headlight housing from the vehicle (see page 226).
Page 229 06 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs 6. Return the bulb holder into position in the 6. Press the bulb holder into the socket and 6. Press the cover until it clicks into position. headlight housing. press until it clicks into place. 7.
Page 230 6. Press the cover until it clicks into position. 7. Put the cover back into place. after a faulty bulb has been replaced, con- tact an authorized Volvo workshop. Front fog lights Location of taillight bulbs Taillight housing, turn signal Taillight lens, right side 1.
Page 231 06 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs 2. Remove the insulation by pulling straight Footwell lighting Cargo area lighting out. 3. Remove the entire bulb unit by turning its handle counterclockwise. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. Replace the bulb in the reverse order. License plate lighting 1.
Page 232 06 Maintenance and specifications Replacing bulbs Vanity mirror lighting 2. Press the three lower lugs back into posi- Lighting Output/volt- Bulb tion. function age (W) Removing the mirror glass Footwell light- Festoon Specification, bulbs ing, cargo bulb Lighting Output/volt- Bulb area lighting, SV5.5 function...
Page 233: Wiper Blades And Washer Fluid
06 Maintenance and specifications Wiper blades and washer fluid Wiper blades Service position Replacing the windshield wiper blades Wiper blades in service position The windshield wiper blades are different The wiper blades must be in the service (verti- lengths. The blade on the driver’s side is longer cal) position for replacement or washing.
Page 234 06 Maintenance and specifications Wiper blades and washer fluid With the wipers in the service position, fold 2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at with windshield washer solvent containing out the wiper arm from the windshield. the arrow). antifreeze.
Page 235: Battery
A used battery should be disposed of in an • Never expose the battery to open flame environmentally responsible manner. Con- or electric spark. sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery to • Do not smoke near the battery. a recycling station. •...
Page 236 06 Maintenance and specifications Battery • Never disconnect the battery when the Changing engine is running, or when the key is in the ignition. This could damage the vehicle's electrical system. • The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle when a battery charger is used directly on the battery.
Page 237 06 Maintenance and specifications Battery that all information in the vehicle's electrical system can be stored in the control modules. Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover. Release the rubber moulding so that the rear cover is free. Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
Page 238: Fuses
(written on the fuse). Engine compartment If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. WARNING Never use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the follow- ing pages.
Page 239 06 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Engine compartment...
Page 240 – circuit breakers and should only be Relay - engine compartment removed or replaced by a trained and ABS pump qualified Volvo service technician. • There is a special fuse removal tool on Auxiliary lights* ABS valves the underside of the cover.
Page 241 06 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Starter motor relay Ignition coils Engine Control Module (ECM), throttle Injection system, Mass air meter (ECM) Engine valves EVAP/heated oxygen sensor/ Injection Fuel leakage detection – Cooling fan...
Page 242 06 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Under the glove compartment Fold aside the upholstery covering the fuse Function Function boxes. 1. Press the cover's lock and fold it up. Controls in front passenger's 2. The fuses are accessible. door Positions-fuse box A Controls in right rear passeng- er's door –...
Page 243 Steering wheel module Heated rear passenger's seat Rear cental locking and (left) – fuel filler door Park assist*, Volvo Navigation Audio system, Navigation sys- Tailgate window washer System*, Park assist camera* tem display* All Wheel Drive control mod- Windshield washer...
Page 244 06 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Function Adaptive cruise control front radar* Accelerator pedal, power door mirrors, Heated rear seats* Brake lights Power moonroof* Immobilizer Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Page 245 06 Maintenance and specifications Fuses Cargo area Located behind the upholstery on the left side of the cargo area Positions Rear fuse box Rear fuse box Rear fuse box Trailer socket 1* Electric parking brake (left side) Electric parking brake (right side) Heated rear window Trailer socket 2*...
Page 246: Wheels And Tires
Some Volvo models are equipped with an ristics. Ultra High Performance tire and wheel com- A tire's age can be determined by the DOT bination designed to provide maximum dry stamp on the sidewall (see the illustration).
Page 247 The tires with the most tread should always WARNING during hard braking. be at the rear (to reduce the risk of skid- • The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo ding). • Hitting curbs or potholes can damage the are specified to meet stringent stability •...
Page 248 When Check tire inflation pressure regularly. approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) is left on the Your Volvo retailer can also provide guidance Tables listing the recommended inflation pres- tread, these strips become visible and indicate...
Page 249 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires the vehicle's tire information placard or certifi- NOTE WARNING cation label. • • 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 Checking tire pressure vehicle at the factory only.
Page 250 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires To check inflation pressure: Tire specifications Load ratings 1. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, Speed ratings then firmly press the tire gauge onto the 1709 lbs (755 kg) The speed ratings in the table translate as fol- valve.
Page 251 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure table – U.S. models The following tire pressures are recommended by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to the tire inflation placard for information specific to the tires installed on your vehicle at the factory.
Page 252 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure table – Canadian models The following tire pressures are recommended by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to the tire inflation placard for information specific to the tires installed on your vehicle at the factory.
Page 253 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires Tire designations 1. 215: the width of the tire (in millimeters) 7. M+S or M/ from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. The S = Mud and Snow, AT = All Terrain, larger the number, the wider the tire. AS = All Season 2.
Page 254 • Recommended tire inflation pressure: tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure inflation pressure, established by Volvo, 12. Maximum permissible inflation pressure: beyond this pressure will not increase the which is based on the type of tires that are the greatest amount of air pressure that tire's load carrying capability.
Page 255 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires Curb weight load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 – 750 NOTE (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.) The weight of the vehicle including a full tank • The location of the various labels in your of fuel and all standard equipment.
Page 256 Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires (turning) traction. Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Snow chains TEMPERATURE Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with TREADWEAR The temperature grades are AA (the highest), the following restrictions: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating...
Page 257 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow advised to fit suitable winter tires to help Temporary Spare retain the highest degree of traction. chain information. The spare tire in your vehicle is called a "Tem- •...
Page 258 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires Changing a wheel After use WARNING The foam block and spare wheel must be Current legislation prohibits the use of the replaced in the reverse order. Note the arrow “Temporary Spare” tire other than as a tem- on the upper foam block.
Page 259 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires 3. Block the wheels that are on the ground the vehicle, check that the jack is still cor- WARNING with wooden blocks or large stones. rectly positioned in the attachment. • The jack must correctly engage the jack 4.
Page 260 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires Tire Sealing System* Accessing the tire sealing system The tire sealing system is stowed under the floor of the cargo area. To access it: 1. Lift the floor hatch in the cargo area. 2.
Page 261 The sealing compound bottle (no. 8 in • Have the tire inspected by a trained and the illustration) contains 1.2-Ethanol qualified Volvo service technician as and natural rubber-latex. These sub- soon as possible to determine if it can stances are harmful if swallowed.
Page 262 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires upper and lower eyelids. Get medical Temporarily repairing a flat tire is done in two 2. Peel off the speed limit sticker and affix it attention if symptoms occur. stages: to the steering wheel hub where it will be clearly visible to the driver.
Page 263 • If cracks, bubbles, etc. form on the tire, tle cannot be unscrewed. This must be done switch off the compressor immediately. by a trained and qualified Volvo service WARNING technician. • If there is visible damage to the sidewall or the rim, the tire cannot be repaired.
Page 264 If necessary, release air from Volvo service technician to have the a Volvo retailer or a recycling station the tire by turning the air release knob bottle removed and properly disposed that can properly dispose of harmful counterclockwise.
Page 265 06 Maintenance and specifications Wheels and tires Inflating tires 7. Check the tire’s inflation pressure on the Tire Pressure Monitoring System gauge. Switch off the compressor briefly to (TPMS)–U.S models only The tire sealing system can be used to inflate get a clear reading from the pressure the tires.
Page 266 Tire inflation pressure tables or required will be displayed. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a consult your Volvo retailer. TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The Each tire, including the spare (if provided),...
Page 267 • Only the factory-mounted wheels are these tires. This must be done by a equipped with TPMS sensors in the valves. trained and qualified Volvo service tech- nician. • If the vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire, this tire does not have a TPMS •...
Page 268: Vehicle Care
Exterior components CAUTION the dirt before you wash with a soft Volvo recommends the use of special cleaning • Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rub- sponge, and plenty of sudsy water. products, available at your Volvo retailer, for ber components •...
Page 269 06 Maintenance and specifications Vehicle care mal and the lights are designed to withstand CAUTION CAUTION moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi- • • Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rub- Before driving into an automatic car pate after the lights have been on for a short ber components wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to time.
Page 270 4. Dry the stain with soft paper towels or a CAUTION protection. Staining, cracking, scuffing, and towel, and allow the leather to dry com- Volvo does not recommend the use of long- fading can result. pletely. life or durable paint protection coatings,...
Page 271 06 Maintenance and specifications Vehicle care gent. For best protection in winter, Volvo rec- Paint repairs require special equipment and CAUTION ommends the use of Volvo rubber floor mats. skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any exten- • Under no circumstances should gaso- Consult your Volvo retailer.
Page 272 06 Maintenance and specifications Vehicle care Minor scratches on the surface 4. If there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding paint by masking it If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and an undamaged layer of paint remains, the touch-up paint can be applied as 5.
Page 273: Label Information
06 Maintenance and specifications Label information Location of labels...
Page 274 06 Maintenance and specifications Label information List of labels Vehicle Emission Control Information. Your Volvo is designed to meet all appli- Model cable emission standards, as evidenced by plate. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). the certification label on the underside of Codes for color and upholstery, etc.
Page 275: Specifications
06 Maintenance and specifications Specifications Dimensions–V70 Position Dimension in (mm) Wheelbase 110.9 (2816) Length 189.9 (4823) Load length, floor, seatback down 73.9 (1878) Load length, floor 42.9 (1089) Height 60.9 (1547) Load height 28.5 (724) Track, front 62.5 (1588)
Page 276 06 Maintenance and specifications Specifications Position Dimension in (mm) Track, rear 62.4 (1586) Load width, floor 45.4 (1153) Width 73.3 (1861) Width, incl. door mirrors 82.9 (2106)
Page 277 06 Maintenance and specifications Specifications Dimensions-XC70 XC70 Position Dimension in (mm) Wheelbase 110.8 (2815) Length 190.5 (4838) Load length, floor, seatback down 73.9 (1878) Load length, floor 42.9 (1089) Height 63.1 (1604) Load height 28.5 (724) Track, front 63.1 (1604)
Page 278 73.3 (1861) Width, incl. door mirrors 83.4 (2119) Weights Category Canada Gross vehicle weight V70: 5070 lbs V70: 2300 kg XC70 non-turbo: 5270 lbs XC70 non-turbo: 2390 kg XC70 turbo: 5310 lbs XC70 turbo: 2410 kg Capacity weight V70: 950 lbs...
Page 279 06 Maintenance and specifications Specifications Category Canada Curb weight 3840 – 4210 lbs 1735 – 1910 kg Max. roof load 220 lbs 100 kg Max. trailer weights Without brakes: 1650 lbs Without brakes: 750 kg With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 2,000 lbs With brakes, 1 7/8”...
Page 280 06 Maintenance and specifications Specifications Specification/Model 3.2 6-cyl. 3.2 6-cyl. 3.0T Displacement 3.19 liters (194.8 cu. in.) 3.19 liters (194.8 cu. in.) 2.95 liters (175 cu. in.) Compression ratio 10.8:1 10.3:1 9.3:1 This engine may not be available on all markets...
Page 281 Volvo recommends Castrol. Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide superior fuel econ- omy and engine protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on premium or synthetic oils. Oil additives must not be used. Viscosity chart The API Service Symbol "donut"...
Page 282 06 Maintenance and specifications Specifications Oil volume Engine model Oil volume between MIN and Volume (incl. filter) 3.2 (6-cyl.) B6324S/S2 1.27 US qts (1.2 liters) 7.82 US qts (7.4 liters) 3.0T (6 cyl.) B6304T2 1.27 US qts (1.2 liters) 7.82 US qts (7.4 liters) Other fluids and lubricants Fluid System...
Page 283 System Volume Specification 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 3.0T/3.2 6 cyl. 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 284: Volvo Programs
06 Maintenance and 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.
Page 285 06 Maintenance and specifications...
Page 286: 07 Index
07 Index 1, 2, 3 ... Anti-lock brake system......112 warning light......... 74 12-volt sockets........191 Battery Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....113 changing..........236 Approach lighting........ 56, 92 maintenance....... 235, 236 Audio system remote key, replacing......59 audio functions........134 specifications........
Page 287 127, 132 steel grid..........209 air vents..........127 Dimensions Cargo area cover........210 Interior Air Quality System....127 V70............275 introduction......... 126 Cargo area net......... 210 XC70........... 277 passenger compartment filter.... 126 Catalytic converter........203 Disconnecting the front passenger’s air- refrigerant...........
Page 288 07 Index Eyelets for anchoring loads..... 205 Fuel tank volume........282 Fuses....... 238, 239, 242, 245 ECC......... 128, 129, 130 Economical driving........196 Electric parking brake......114 Federal Clean Air Act....... 218 Electronic Climate Control..128, 129, 130 Floor rails..........206 Gasoline requirements......
Page 289 07 Index high/low beams........87 Inflatable Curtain........32 high beam flash........87 Inflation pressure......248, 249 Key blade........54, 59, 61 Headlight washers........94 Inflation pressure tables....251, 252 private locking........61 Head restraints, rear seat....84, 85 Information lights..... 73, 74, 75, 76 Keyless drive Heartbeat sensor (alarm system)..
Page 290 07 Index Low fuel level warning light......75 Parking brake electric, applying/releasing....114 Low oil pressure warning light....76 Net in cargo area........210 warning light......... 76 Parking lights..........88 changing bulbs........229 Personal Car Communicator, unique func- Main instrument panel......124 tions............
Page 291 07 Index fuel filler door........202 Seat belt fuel tank volume......... 282 reminder..........19 Radio Registering child restraints......47 Seat belts Sirius satellite radio......141 Automatic locking retractor/Emergency Remote control Radio functions........135 locking retractor........37 private locking........61 HD digital radio........138 buckling..........
Page 292 07 Index Spin control..........156 storing..........247 studded..........256 SRS............21 Tailgate tire pressure monitoring system..265 Stability system........156 driving with it open......196 tread wear indicator......248 indicator light........75 power operated........204 uniform tire quality grading....256 Starting the engine........
Page 293 07 Index Two-stage booster cushion....... 48 Volvo Inflatable Curtain......32 Windows power............ 96 Volvo maintenance........218 Windshield Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance..284 IR coating..........95 Volvo programs........284 rain sensor..........93 Uniform Tire Quality Grading....256 washers..........94 wipers/washers........93 Unlocking the vehicle........
Page 294 07 Index...

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