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DEAR VOLVO OWNER THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VOLVO We hope you will enjoy many years of driving pleasure in your Volvo. In order to increase your enjoyment of the car, we recommend that The car has been designed for the safety and comfort of you and your you familiarise yourself with the equipment, instructions and mainte- passengers.
00 Introduction 01 Safety 02 Locks and alarm Important information......... 6 Seatbelts ..........16 Remote control key/key blade....42 Volvo and the environment....... 11 Airbags............19 Privacy locking*......... 48 Activating/deactivating the airbag*... 22 Battery replacement, remote control key/ PCC*............49 Side airbags (SIPS bags) ......
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Instruments and controls......66 DSTC – Stability and traction control sys- Menus and messages......196 tem............142 Volvo Sensus ........... 75 Menu source MY CAR......198 Road sign information - RSI*....144 Key positions..........76 Climate control........206 Speed limiter*..........
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Table of contents 06 Infotainment system 07 During your journey 08 Wheels and tyres General information on infotainment..230 Recommendations during driving... 280 General ........... 304 Radio............241 Refuelling..........283 Changing wheels ........308 Media player........... 248 Fuel............284 Tyre pressure ......... 311 External audio source via AUX/USB* Loading...........
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Table of contents 09 Maintenance and service 10 Specifications 11 Alphabetical Index Engine compartment....... 322 Type designations........362 Alphabetical Index........400 Lamps............. 329 Dimensions and weights......364 Wiper blades and washer fluid....335 Engine specifications......368 Battery............. 337 Engine oil..........370 Fuses............
Important information Reading the Owner's Manual In the event of uncertainty over what is stand- lighted in the owner's manual by means of the ard or an option/accessory, contact a Volvo text being slightly larger and printed in grey. Introduction dealer.
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Introduction Important information warning is ignored, may result in serious per- Information Procedure lists sonal injury or fatality. Procedures where action must be taken in a certain sequence are numbered in the owner's Risk of property damage manual. When there is a series of illustrations for step-by-step instructions each step is numbered in the same way as the corres- ponding illustration.
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Volvo may be required to disclose such infor- nicians can diagnose and rectify faults in the ices. If the car has Volvo On Call and there is a mation to authorities such as police authorities, vehicle during servicing and maintenance and...
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Divergence (horizontal x verti- 28° × 12° out by a qualified workshop - we rec- cal) ommend an authorised Volvo work- shop. • To avoid exposure to harmful radiation, do not carry out any readjustments or maintenance other than those specified here.
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Introduction Important information • The laser sensor's connector must be unplugged before removal from the windscreen. • The laser sensor must be fitted onto the windscreen before the sensor's con- nector is plugged in. • The laser sensor transmits laser light when the remote control key is in posi- tion II and also with the engine switched off (see page 76 on key positions).
Introduction Volvo and the environment Volvo Cars' environmental philosophy Environmental care is one of Volvo Car Corpo- Fuel consumption many cases the exhaust emissions are well ration's core values which influence all opera- below the applicable standards. Volvo cars have competitive fuel consumption tions.
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Interior • If the car is equipped with an engine block The interior of a Volvo is designed to be plea- The owner's manual and the heater*, use it before starting from cold - it sant and comfortable, even for people with...
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Seatbelts ....................16 Airbags....................19 Activating/deactivating the airbag*............22 Side airbags (SIPS bags) ............... 24 Inflatable Curtain (IC) ................26 WHIPS ....................27 When the systems deploy ..............29 Safety mode.................... 30 Child safety..................... 31 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
01 Safety Seatbelts General information Correctly fitted seatbelt. Seatbelt height adjustment. Press the button and move the belt vertically. Position the belt as high as possible without it chafing against your throat. Heavy braking can have serious consequences if the seatbelts are not used. Ensure that all The buckles only fit the intended lock in the rear passengers use their seatbelts.
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Never modify or repair the seatbelts your- breasts and to the side of the abdomen. prevent the seatbelt from fitting properly self. Volvo recommends that you contact an • ensure that the seatbelt is not twisted or authorised Volvo workshop.
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01 Safety Seatbelts Seatbelt reminder Rear seat Certain markets The seatbelt reminder in the rear seat has two An acoustic signal and indicator lamp remind subfunctions: the driver and front seat passenger to use a seatbelt if either of them is not wearing one. At •...
Defective work in the airbag system could tem, SIPS, the IC system or some other fault cause malfunction and result in serious per- in the system. Volvo recommends that you sonal injury. contact an authorised Volvo workshop immediately.
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01 Safety Airbags Passenger airbag The car has an airbag to supplement the pro- NOTE tection afforded by the seatbelt on the passen- The sensors react differently depending on ger side. It is folded up into a compartment the course of the collision and whether or above the glovebox.
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01 Safety Airbags WARNING Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion in the front seat if the airbag is activated. Never allow anybody to stand or sit in front of the front passenger seat. No one shorter than 140 cm should ever sit in the front passenger seat if the airbag is activated.
Check that the switch is in the required posi- this position, persons taller than 140 cm tion. Volvo recommends that the remote con- Do not allow anyone to sit in the front pas- can sit in the front passenger seat, but...
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01 Safety Activating/deactivating the airbag* Activated airbag Deactivated airbag WARNING Activated airbag (passenger seat): Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion on the front passenger seat when the airbag is activated. This applies to everyone shorter than 140 cm.
• Volvo recommends the use only of car seat covers approved by Volvo. Other seat covers may impede the operation Driver's seat, left-hand drive.
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01 Safety Side airbags (SIPS bags) the sensors and the side airbags are inflated. The airbag inflates between the occupant and the door panel and thereby cushions the initial impact. The airbag deflates when compressed by the collision. The side airbag is normally only deployed on the side of the collision.
This could compromise the intended pro- tection. Volvo recommends that you only ever use Volvo genuine parts that are approved for placement in these areas. WARNING The inflatable curtain IC (Inflatable Curtain) is a Do not load the car higher than 50 mm under part of SIPS and the airbags.
Never modify or repair the seat or WHIPS system yourself. Volvo recommends that WARNING you contact an authorised Volvo workshop. Do not squeeze rigid objects between the rear seat cushion and the front seat back- WHIPS system and child seats/booster rest.
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WARNING If a seat has been subjected to extreme forces, such as due to a rear-end collision, the WHIPS system must be checked. Volvo recommends that it is checked by an authorised Volvo workshop. Part of the WHIPS system's protective capacity may have been lost even if the seats appear to be undamaged.
Recovering the car. Volvo recommends that Whiplash protection In a rear-end colli- you have it conveyed to an authorised Volvo WHIPS sion workshop. The bodywork of the car could be greatly deformed in a col- lision without airbag deployment.
Even if the car appears to be towed. It must be transported from its loca- driveable, hidden damage may make the car tion. Volvo recommends that it is transpor- impossible to control once moving. ted to an authorised Volvo workshop.
In the event of questions when fitting child Do not secure the straps of the child seat to Volvo recommends that children travel in rear- safety products, contact the manufacturer the seat's horizontal adjustment bar, facing child seats until as late an age as pos- for clearer instructions.
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Weight Front seat (with deactivated air- Outer rear seat Centre rear seat bag) Group 0 Volvo infant seat (Volvo Infant Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the max 10 kg ISOFIX fixture system. Group 0+ Type approval: E5 04301146...
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Group 0+ max 13 kg Group 1 Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat (Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - rear- (Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - rear- 9-18 kg facing child seat, secured with the facing child seat, secured with the car's seatbelt and straps.
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Centre rear seat bag) Group 2 Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat (Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - front- (Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - front- 15-25 kg facing child seat, secured with the facing child seat, secured with the car's seatbelt.
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Volvo recommends that you contact an The location of the mounting points is indicated authorised Volvo dealer for recommenda- Full size, rear-facing child by symbols in the backrest upholstery (see pre- tions about which ISOFIX child seats Volvo seat recommends. ceding illustration). Reduced size, rear-facing...
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01 Safety Child safety Types of ISOFIX child seat Type of child seat Weight Size class Passenger seats for ISOFIX installation of child seats Front seat Outer rear seat Infant seat transverse max 10 kg Infant seat, rear-facing max 10 kg (IL) Infant seat, rear-facing max 13 kg...
IUF: Suitable for front-facing ISOFIX child seats that are universally approved in this weight class. For the infant/child seat to have space in the rear seat the seat in front must be adjusted longitudinally to a position in front of centre position. Volvo recommends rear-facing child seats for this group.
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The upper mounting points are primarily intended for use with front-facing child seats. Volvo recommends that small children should sit in rear-facing child seats for as long as pos- sible. For detailed information on how the child seat...
- an authorised remote control key, the direction indicators or PCCs (Personal Car Communicator). They Volvo workshop is recommended. The remain- confirm that locking/unlocking was correctly are used to start the car and for locking and ing remote control keys must then be taken to performed.
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Contact a The car can only be started with the correct workshop - an remote control key with the correct code. authorised Volvo The following error messages in the combined workshop is recom- instrument panel's information display are rela- mended.
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02 Locks and alarm Remote control key/key blade Press and hold (at least 4 seconds) to open all Range windows simultaneously. The remote control key's functions have a range of about 20 m from the car. The function can be changed from unlocking all doors simultaneously, to unlocking the driv- If the car does not verify a button being pressed er's door only with one press of the button and,...
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7 seconds and after the light has trav- functions up to about 100 m. elled around on the PCC), contact a work- shop - an authorised Volvo workshop is rec- If the car does not verify a button being pressed ommended.
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- then the left-hand front door can The key blade's unique code is provided by be opened as follows: authorised Volvo workshops, which are rec- 1. Unlock the left-hand front door with the key ommended when ordering new key blades.
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02 Locks and alarm Remote control key/key blade For a car with the Keyless system, see page 52.
02 Locks and alarm Privacy locking* General information on privacy locking locked and the boot lid lock is disconnected Turn the key blade 180 degrees clockwise. from the central locking - the boot lid cannot The keyhole is vertical in the locked posi- be opened with either the central locking but- tion for privacy locking.
02 Locks and alarm Battery replacement, remote control key/PCC* Replacing the battery Battery replacement Closely study how the battery/batteries are The batteries should be replaced if: secured on the inside of the cover, with • the information symbol is illuminated and regard to their (+) and (–) sides.
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02 Locks and alarm Battery replacement, remote control key/PCC* IMPORTANT Make sure that you dispose of old batteries in an environmentally-friendly way. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* Keyless lock and ignition system (only the car door handle or boot lid. This means that reactivated. It is therefore important to handle the person who wishes to lock or unlock a door all PCCs with great care. must have the PCC with him or her.
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02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* Locking Unlocking with the key blade NOTE On cars with automatic transmission, the gear selector must be set in the P position – otherwise the car cannot be locked or the alarm armed. Unlocking Unlocking takes place when a hand grasps a door handle or the boot lid's rubberised pres- sure plate is actuated - open the door or boot...
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02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* is pushed straight up and into the open- presses their PCC's unlock button, see Antenna location page 43. ing. • Select one of three possible memories for 2. Then insert the key blade in the lock cylin- seat adjustment with seat button 1-3, see der and unlock the door.
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02 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* WARNING People with pacemaker operations should not come closer than 22 cm to the keyless system's antennae with their pacemaker. This is to prevent interference between the pacemaker and the keyless system. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
02 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking From the outside Other doors do not have lock cylinders and NOTE instead have lock knobs on each door's end The remote control key can lock/unlock all Remember that the alarm is triggered when face which must be re-turned - then they are doors and the boot lid simultaneously.
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02 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking locking button on the driver's door and the Locking NOTE passenger door*. • Press the central locking button - all • A door's knob control only locks that closed doors are locked. • Press one side of the button to lock - particular door - not all doors simulta- Press and hold (at least 2 seconds) to also...
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02 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking dows simultaneously - for example, to quickly Locking the glovebox: The boot lid is held closed by an electrical lock. ventilate the passenger compartment during To open: Insert the key blade in the glovebox lock hot weather.
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02 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking Unlocking with the remote control key If the tailgate is not opened within 2 minutes Unlocking with the key blade then it is relocked and the alarm is re-armed. Two presses - The boot lid is unlocked and the lock is disengaged at which the boot lid opens about a centimetre - lift the outer handle to open.
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02 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking Locking with the remote control key Temporary deactivation Deadlocks* • Press the remote control key's button for Deadlocks means that all door handles are locking, , see page 43. mechanically disengaged, which prevents doors being opened from the inside. The lock indicator on the instrument panel starts flashing, which means that the car is The deadlocks are activated with the remote...
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02 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking 2. Select Activate once NOTE > The instrument panel display shows the • Remember that the alarm is activated Reduced guard See message when the car is locked. manual and the deadlocks function is • If any of the doors are opened from the switched off when the car is locked.
02 Locks and alarm Child safety locks Manual blocking of the rear doors The child safety locks can be activated/deac- WARNING tivated in all key positions higher than 0 - see The child safety locks prevent children from Each rear door has two knob controls - do page 76.
Same LED as lock indicator, see page 43. partment. case, contact a workshop - an authorised A red LED on the instrument panel indicates Volvo workshop is recommended. the alarm system's status: NOTE • LED not lit – Alarm not armed Do not attempt to repair or modify alarm •...
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02 Locks and alarm Alarm* Deactivating a triggered alarm Reduced alarm level – Press the remote control key unlock button To avoid accidental triggering of the alarm - or insert the remote control key in the igni- e.g. if a dog is left in a locked car or during tion switch.
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Instruments and controls................ 66 Volvo Sensus ..................75 Key positions..................76 Seats....................... 78 Steering wheel..................82 Lighting....................83 Wipers and washing................95 Windows, rearview and door mirrors............97 Compass*....................102 Power sunroof*..................103 Alcolock*....................105 Starting the engine................109 Starting the engine – Flexifuel............... 114 Starting the engine –...
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Y O U R D R I V I N G E N V I R O N M E N T...
03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Instrument overview Left-hand drive.
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Function Page Function Page Menus and messages, Control for infotainment 198, direction indicators, 89, 196, and menu control 231, 234 main/dipped beam, trip Control panel for climate computer control Cruise control 148, 150 Gear selector Horn, airbags 20, 82...
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Right-hand drive.
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Information displays Function Page Function Page Display for infotainment 198, Parking brake and menus 231, 234 Steering wheel adjust- Ignition switch ment START/STOP ENGINE Menus and messages, button direction indicators, 89, 196, main/dipped beam, trip Cruise control 148, 150 computer...
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Meters Indicator and warning symbols If the engine does not start or if the functionality check is carried out in key position II then all symbols go out after 5 seconds except the symbol for faults in the car's emissions system and the symbol for low oil pressure.
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Volvo recommends that you tion display. The message text is cleared with Left-hand direction indicators seek assistance from an authorised Volvo the OK button, see page 196, or it disappears workshop. automatically after a time (time depending on...
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• If the symbols remain illuminated, check Alternator not charging to have the system checked. Volvo recom- the level in the brake fluid reservoir, see mends that you seek assistance from an page 327. If the brake fluid level is nor-...
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls instrument panel. Stop the car in a safe place The meters are used to measure short dis- WARNING as soon as possible and close the door, bonnet tances. The distance is shown in the display. If the brake and ABS symbols are illumi- or boot lid, whichever is open.
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls the button. Each "click" scrolls 1 minute. In 4. Turn TUNE to select the box for Minute (A) and press OK - the box is activated (B). order to change quickly - hold in the "click position".
Park assist camera - CAM*, see page 187. Climate control, see page 206. Volvo Sensus is the car's operating system, the heart of your personal Volvo experience. Volvo Sensus combines and presents many func- tions in several of the car's systems on the centre console TV screen.
03 Your driving environment Key positions Insert and remove the remote control IMPORTANT Level Functions Foreign objects in the ignition switch may • Odometer, clock and tem- jeopardise the function or destroy the lock. perature gauge are illumi- Do not press the remote control key incor- nated.
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03 Your driving environment Key positions Choosing key position/level Starting and stopping the engine For information about starting/switching off the Key position 0 engine - see page 109. • Unlock the car - this means that the car's electrical system is at level 0. Towing Key position I For important information about the remote...
03 Your driving environment Seats Front seats Lift the catches on the rear of the backrest WARNING and fold it forward. Adjust the position of the driver's seat 4. Push the seat forward so that the head before setting off, never while driving. Make sure that the seat is in locked position in restraint "locks"...
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03 Your driving environment Seats Power seat* trol key without the key in the ignition switch. 2. Hold the button depressed to store set- Seat adjustment is normally made in key posi- tings while depressing one of the memory buttons. tion I and can always be made when the engine is running.
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03 Your driving environment Seats use. This stores the positions of the seat head is covered if possible. Slide it up as WARNING and door mirrors in the remote control required. Risk of crushing! Make sure that children do key's memory To lower the head restraint again, the button by not play with the controls.
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03 Your driving environment Seats The backrest is in two parts. The parts can be Electrical lowering of the rear seat's WARNING folded forward, together or separately. outer head restraints* The head restraints must be in locked posi- 1. Pull on the required handle. They are tion after being raised.
03 Your driving environment Steering wheel Adjusting Horn WARNING Adjust and secure the steering wheel before driving. With speed related power steering* the level of steering force can be adjusted, see page 222. Keypads* Adjusting the steering wheel. Horn. Lever - releasing the steering wheel Press the centre of the steering wheel to signal.
03 Your driving environment Lighting Headlamp control Headlamp control with AUTO mode The intensity of the instrument lighting is adjusted with the thumbwheel. Headlamp levelling The load in the car changes the vertical align- ment of the headlamp beam, which could daz- zle oncoming motorists.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting Main/dipped beam Headlamp control with AUTO mode Position Specification Dipped beam /Dipped beam off. Main beam can be activated Main beam flash operates in this position. Position/parking lamps Dipped beam Main beam can be activated. Headlamp control and stalk switch.
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The function for "Main beam deactivated by a workshop. Volvo recom- dipped beam. The lights are switched back to with automatic activation*" can mends that you contact an authorised Volvo main beam a second or so after the camera be used. workshop.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting When AHB has been activated the symbol message goes out and the symbol illu- illuminates in the combined instru- minates. ment panel's display. When main beam has WARNING been activated the symbol also illumi- nates in the combined instrument panel. AHB is an aid for using optimum light com- position when conditions are favourable.
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In cars with rain sensor* the rain sensor detects the menu system MY CAR under My S60 the changed light conditions when the car is Activated on delivery from the factory. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Regulations for using rear fog lamps vary between different countries. Headlamp control in position for position/parking lamps. Auxiliary lamps must be connected to the electrical system by a workshop. Volvo recommends that you contact an authorised Volvo workshop. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting Hazard warning flashers Direction indicators/flashers Direction indicator symbols For direction indicator symbols, see page 70. Interior lighting Button for hazard warning flashers. Direction indicators/flashers. Press the button to activate the hazard warning Short flash sequence flashers.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting • Front roof lighting Vanity mirror the engine is started The front reading lamps are switched on or off The lighting for the vanity mirror, see • the car is locked. by pressing the relevant button in the roof con- page 225, is switched on and off respectively The passenger compartment lighting comes sole.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting the same way as with main beam flash, see Adjusting headlamp pattern set for right or left-hand traffic. The correct pat- page 84. tern will also better illuminate the verge. 3. Get out of the car and lock the door. Active Xenon headlamps* The car must be stationary with the engine run- When the function is activated, dipped beam,...
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03 Your driving environment Lighting • C = RHD Right (right-hand drive, right lens) • D = RHD Left (right-hand drive, left lens) 2. Transfer the template to a self-adhesive waterproof material and cut it out. 3. Position the self-adhesive templates at the right distance from the edge of the head- lamp lens using the illustration, see page 93, and the dimensions in the fol-...
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03 Your driving environment Lighting Aligning the templates Upper row: left-hand drive cars, templates A and B. Lower row: right-hand drive cars, templates C and D.
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03 Your driving environment Lighting Templates for halogen headlamps...
03 Your driving environment Wipers and washing Continuous wiping the rain sensor can be adjusted using the Windscreen wipers thumbwheel. The wipers sweep at normal speed. When the rain sensor is activated a light in the The wipers sweep at high speed. button the rain sensor symbol is shown in the right-hand display in the combined...
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03 Your driving environment Wipers and washing The rain sensor is automatically deactivated Washing the windscreen when the remote control key is removed from Move the stalk switch toward the steering the ignition switch or five minutes after the wheel to start the windscreen and headlamp engine has been switched off.
03 Your driving environment Windows, rearview and door mirrors General Heat-reflecting windscreen* windscreen with no heat-reflecting film (see the highlighted area in the above illustration). Laminated glass The glass is reinforced which pro- Power windows vides better protection against break-ins and improved sound insu- lation in the passenger compartment.
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03 Your driving environment Windows, rearview and door mirrors Operating Closing of the windows is stopped and the WARNING window is opened if anything prevents its Make sure that children or other passengers movement. It is possible to override the pinch are not in danger of becoming trapped in protection when closing has been interrupted, any way when closing the windows, in par-...
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03 Your driving environment Windows, rearview and door mirrors Resetting Sun blind* Door mirrors If the battery is disconnected then the function for automatic opening must be reset so that it can work correctly. 1. Gently raise the front section of the button to raise the window to its end position and hold it there for one second.
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03 Your driving environment Windows, rearview and door mirrors after approx. 10 seconds, or sooner by press- Resetting to neutral WARNING ing the L and R button. Mirrors that have been moved out of position The mirror on the driver's side is the wide- by an external force must be reset electrically Automatic angling of the door mirror angle type to provide optimal vision.
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03 Your driving environment Windows, rearview and door mirrors Home safe and approach lighting in an outside temperature lower than +9 °C. 2. Return to normal position by moving the Automatic defrosting can be selected in the control towards the windscreen. The light on the door mirrors illuminates when approach lighting or home safe lighting is menu system MY CAR under...
03 Your driving environment Compass* Operation should be calibrated if the car is moved across 4. Hold the button on the underside of the several magnetic zones. Proceed as follows: rearview mirror depressed approx. 3 seconds. The number of the cur- 1.
03 Your driving environment Power sunroof* General Open manually by pulling the control back- WARNING wards to the point of resistance for manual The sunroof controls are located in the roof If there are children in the car: opening. The sunroof moves to maximum open panel.
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03 Your driving environment Power sunroof* Closing using the remote control key or Pinch protection central locking button The sunroof's pinch protection function is trig- gered if it is blocked by an object during auto- matic closing. If blocked, the sunroof will stop and automatically open to the previous posi- tion.
03 Your driving environment Alcolock* General information on the alcolock Functions Operation The alcolock's function is to prevent the car Battery from being driven by individuals under the Alcolock indicator lamp (4) shows battery sta- influence of alcohol. Before the engine can be tus: started the driver must take a breath test that verifies that he/she is not under the influence...
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03 Your driving environment Alcolock* Storage unlocked then it must first be activated Result after breath test with the switch (2). Indicator lamp Specification 3. Fold up the nozzle (1), take a deep breath (5) + Display text and blow with an even pressure until a "click"...
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- only starting with the Bypass func- until indicator lamp (6) is green. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Test failed - take a new breath test. test Alcoguard Blow Blowing too short - blow for longer. longer Alcoguard Blow Blowing too hard - blow more gently. softer An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
03 Your driving environment Starting the engine Petrol and diesel engines 2. Hold the clutch pedal fully depressed . (For NOTE cars with automatic gearbox - Depress the The idling speed can be noticeably higher brake pedal.) than normal for certain engine types during 3.
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03 Your driving environment Starting the engine If the gear selector is not in P position or if the Remote start - ERS* WARNING car is moving: To remote-start the engine, the following General information on ERS • Press twice on START/STOP ENGINE or criteria must be met: Remote start (ERS –...
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03 Your driving environment Starting the engine Operation 1. Briefly press on the remote control key's To check whether ERS has started the engine, lock button (1). the user can press the Information button (3) - if the engine has started, there is a light indi- 2.
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3 seconds. ger compartment. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Symbols and messages in the display No remote start ERS unavailable due Interrupted ERS function...
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Remote start off ERS interrupted because gear selec- gear not in P tor is not in P posi- tion. Remote start off ERS interrupted because someone is driver in car in the passenger compartment. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.
- an authorised Volvo workshop In the event of starting difficulties is recommended. If the engine does not start at the first start...
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03 Your driving environment Starting the engine – Flexifuel Fuel adaptation Flexifuel engines can be driven on both 95 octane unleaded petrol and bioethanol E85. Both fuels are filled in the common fuel tank so that any variations of mixing ratios between these two fuels is possible.
03 Your driving environment Starting the engine – external battery Jump starting 4. Connect one of the red jump lead's clamps IMPORTANT to the donor battery's positive terminal (1). Do not touch the crocodile clips during the start procedure. There is a risk of sparks IMPORTANT forming.
03 Your driving environment Gearboxes Gear indicator IMPORTANT The operating temperature of the gearbox is checked in order to prevent damage to any of the drive system's components. In the event of a risk of overheating a warning symbol illuminates on the instrument panel combined with a text message - In which case, follow the recommendation given.
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03 Your driving environment Gearboxes Reverse gear inhibitor NOTE The reverse gear inhibitor hinders the possibil- The gear selector must be in P position to ity of mistakenly attempting to engage reverse allow the car to be locked and alarmed. gear during normal forward travel.
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03 Your driving environment Gearboxes Geartronic – Manual gear positions (+/-) tion at +/– - the instrument panel display NOTE shifts the indication from to the figure The driver can also change gear manually f the gearbox has a Sport programme then using the Geartronic automatic gearbox.
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03 Your driving environment Gearboxes Geartronic does not permit downshifting/kick- With the inhibitor button depressed the lever Deactivate automatic gear selector down which would result in an engine speed can be moved forwards or backwards between inhibitor high enough to damage the engine. Nothing P, R, N and D.
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03 Your driving environment Gearboxes Automatic gearbox Powershift* sion, this can be verified by checking the des- slower) on an uphill gradient, or with a trailer ignation on the transmission's label under the hitched. The transmission cools down when bonnet - see page 362. The designa- the car is stationary, with foot brake depressed tion ”MPS6”...
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03 Your driving environment Gearboxes Symbol Display Driving characteristics Action Transm. overheat brake to hold Difficulty in maintaining even speed at con- Transmission overheated. Keep the car stant engine speed. stationary using the foot brake. Transm. overheat park safely Significant pulling in the car's traction. Transmission overheated.
Quieter and cleaner General information on Start/Stop Function and operation Environmental care is one of Volvo Car Corpo- ration's core values and it influences all of our operations. This target-orientation has resulted The engine is switched off - it becomes quieter and in the DRIVe vehicle series whose concept cleaner..
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03 Your driving environment DRIVe Start/Stop* tem's fan speed or extremely high volume on Auto-starting the engine driving off with the engine having stopped the audio system. automatically. The temporary braking effect Conditions releases after a couple of seconds or when the Auto-stopping the engine driver accelerates.
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03 Your driving environment DRIVe Start/Stop* Limitations Conditions Conditions The engine does not auto-stop the car is reversed. M + A the driver’s door has been Even if the Start/Stop function is activated, the opened with the gear selector in engine does not stop automatically if: battery temperature is below M + A...
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03 Your driving environment DRIVe Start/Stop* WARNING Conditions Conditions Do not open the bonnet when the engine There is a temporarily high cur- M + A A gear is engaged without has stopped automatically - the engine may rent take-off or battery capacity declutching - a display text suddenly start automatically.
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Illuminates for about 5 seconds after Start/Stop has been M + A switched off. Auto Start-Stop serv. required Start/Stop is not operational. Contact a workshop - an M + A authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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03 Your driving environment DRIVe Start/Stop* Symbol Message Info/Action Engine management system An automatic function check is carried out. M + A AUTO- Engine in Auto Start The engine is ready to start automatically - waiting for the STOP brake or clutch pedal to be depressed. Press Start button The engine will not start automatically - start the engine as normal with the START/STOP ENGINE button.
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M = Manual gearbox, A = Automatic gearbox. If a message does not go out following com- pletion of the action then a workshop should be contacted - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
03 Your driving environment All-wheel drive – AWD* All Wheel Drive is always available All Wheel Drive means that the car is driving all four wheels at the same time. The power is automatically distributed between the front and rear wheels. An elec- tronically controlled clutch system distributes the power to the wheels that have the best grip on the current road surface.
To keep the car as safe and reliable as possi- from locking during braking. This means the ble, follow the Volvo service intervals as speci- ability to steer is maintained and it is easier to swerve to avoid a hazard for example. Vibration...
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Contact a workshop for information about est workshop and have the brake system the procedure or engage a workshop to checked - an authorised Volvo workshop is carry out the inspection - an authorised recommended. Volvo workshop is recommended.
03 Your driving environment Parking brake General Applying the parking brake the accelerator pedal is depressed the braking is interrupted. NOTE In the event of emergency braking at speeds above 10 km/h a signal sounds during the braking procedure. Parking on a hill If the car is parked facing uphill: •...
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The parking brake can also be released 2. Start the engine. manually by depressing the clutch pedal instead of the brake pedal. Volvo recom- 3. Press the foot brake pedal down firmly. mends the use of the brake pedal. 4. Move the gear selector to position D or R and depress the accelerator.
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A fault is preventing the parking brake from being released - Try to apply and release the brake. released If the fault persists after a few attempts: Visit a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recom- mended. Note: A warning signal sounds if the journey is continued with this error message.
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Parking brake not applied A fault is preventing the parking brake from being applied - Try to release and apply the brake. If the fault persists after a few attempts: Visit a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recom- mended.
03 Your driving environment HomeLink * General Programming HomeLink WARNING • If HomeLink is used to operate a NOTE garage door or gate, make sure that there is no-one in the vicinity of the door In certain vehicles the ignition must be switched on or in "accessory position"...
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03 Your driving environment HomeLink * 3. Depress the HomeLink button being 5. Depress and release the receiver's "pro- If programming problems persist, contact gramming button". The button flashes for programmed, hold it depressed for HomeLink on: www.homelink.com or ring approx.
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03 Your driving environment HomeLink * Programming individual buttons To reprogram an individual HomeLink button, proceed as follows: 1. Depress the required button and do not release. 2. When the indicator lamp on HomeLink starts to flash, after approx. 20 seconds, start with step 1 in section "Programming HomeLink®"...
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DSTC – Stability and traction control system........142 Road sign information - RSI*..............144 Speed limiter*..................146 Cruise control*..................148 Adaptive cruise control*................ 150 Distance Warning*................. 161 City Safety™..................164 Collision Warning with Auto Brake & Pedestrian Protection*....169 Driver Alert System*................177 Driver Alert System - DAC*..............
1. Press the centre console button MY CAR the car. page 297. and search in the display screen's menu system and locate My S60 DSTC. (For Spin Control NOTE information on the menu system, see The function prevents the driving wheels from page 198).
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Stop the car in a safe place, switch off the engine and start it again. • Visit a workshop if the message remains - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. "Message" There is a message on the speedometer's display - Read it! Constant glow for 2 seconds.
04 Driver support Road sign information - RSI* General information on RSI Together with the symbol for WARNING the current speed limit, a sign RSI does not work in all situations but is showing that overtaking is designed merely as a supplementary aid. prohibited may also be dis- The driver always bears ultimate responsi- played where appropriate.
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04 Driver support Road sign information - RSI* The speed applicable on an The instrument panel’s speed symbol display Here are several examples of what can disrupt exit is indicated by means of can be disabled. To deactivate the RSI func- the function: an additional sign containing tion:...
04 Driver support Speed limiter* General information on the speed Activate and adjust the maximum speed When stationary (each press gives +/-5 km/h). limiter 1. Press the steering wheel button A speed limiter (Speed Limiter) can be regar- Stored maximum speed (in brackets = switch on the speed limiter.
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04 Driver support Speed limiter* temporarily exceed the set maximum The signal is active until the driver has slowed speed. to below the selected maximum speed. The speed limiter is re-activated by one NOTE press on at which the display's The alarm is only activated after 5 seconds brackets disappear and the car's maxi- if the speed has been exceeded by at least...
Selected speed (in brackets = Standby mode). Activating and setting the speed To enable cruise control: • Press the steering wheel button (1). A Volvo dealer has updated information about what applies in each respective market. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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04 Driver support Cruise control* > Resume set speed The symbol illuminates in the display (5) NOTE Cruise control in standby mode is re-activated (---) km/h and the brackets around show If any of the Cruise Control buttons are held with one press on the steering wheel button that cruise control is set in standby mode.
Maintenance of adaptive cruise control control system and a coordinated spacing sys- components must only be performed at a tem. workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Automatic gearbox Cars with automatic gearbox have enhanced functionality with the adaptive cruise control's Queue Assistant, see page 155.
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04 Driver support Adaptive cruise control* The adaptive cruise control aims to follow the If the car needs to be braked more heavily than WARNING vehicle ahead in the same lane at a time interval cruise control capacity and the driver does not Adaptive cruise control is not a collision set by the driver.
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A Volvo dealer has updated information about what applies in each respective market. The display shows either "dash" symbol [7] or [8] - they are never shown simultaneously. The display shows either "dash" symbol [6] or [7] - they are never shown simultaneously.
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04 Driver support Adaptive cruise control* Changing the speed Set time interval The number of lines for the selected time interval is To change the stored speed: Different time intervals to the shown during the setting itself vehicle in front can be •...
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04 Driver support Adaptive cruise control* Keypad without Speed limiter* any of these systems stop working then cruise Overtaking another vehicle control is automatically deactivated. To temporarily disengage Cruise control and When the car is following another vehicle and set it in standby mode: the driver indicates an imminent overtake with In the event of automatic deactivation a signal the direction indicator...
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04 Driver support Adaptive cruise control* With a further short press the cruise control is With automatic gearbox the cruise control can NOTE deactivated. The set speed is cleared and can- follow another vehicle within the range of Queue Assist can hold the car stationary for 0-200 km/h.
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04 Driver support Adaptive cruise control* Queue Assist releases the foot brake and sets The radar sensor and its limitations WARNING cruise control in standby mode in the following The radar sensor is used - apart from by Adap- When the cruise control is following another situations: tive cruise control - by the following functions vehicle at speeds in excess of 30 km/h and...
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04 Driver support Adaptive cruise control* Examples where the cruise control does WARNING WARNING not work optimally The driver must always be observant with Adaptive cruise control is not a collision The radar sensor has a limited field of vision. In regard to the traffic conditions and intervene avoidance system.
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04 Driver support Adaptive cruise control* Sometimes the radar sensor is late at Fault tracing and action Warning with Auto Brake functions are not detecting vehicles at close distances, e.g. operating either. If the display shows the message Radar a vehicle that drives in between the car and blocked See manual this means that the The following table presents possible causes...
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Read about the limitations of the radar sensor, see page 156. Cruise control Service Adaptive cruise control disengaged. required • Contact a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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04 Driver support Adaptive cruise control* Symbol Message Specification Press Brake To hold The car is stationary and the cruise control will release the foot brake to allow the parking brake to acoustic alarm take over and hold the car, but a fault in the parking brake means the car will shortly begin to roll. •...
04 Driver support Distance Warning* General Some combinations of the selected equipment NOTE leave no vacant space for a button in the centre Distance Warning (Distance Alert) is a function Distance warning is deactivated during the console - in which case the function is handled that informs the driver about the time interval time the adaptive cruise control is active.
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04 Driver support Distance Warning* Different time intervals to the Limitations NOTE vehicle in front can be The function uses the same radar sensor as The higher the speed, the longer the calcu- selected and shown in the adaptive cruise control and the collision warn- lated distance in metres for a specific time display as 1-5 horizontal lines ing system.
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Read about the limitations of the radar sensor, see page 156. Collision warn. Service Distance Warning and Collision Warning with Auto Brake fully or partially disengaged. required Visit a workshop if the message remains - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Safety™ components must only be per- matically braking the car in the event of immi- formed by a workshop - an authorised Volvo nent risk of collision with vehicles in front, workshop is recommended.
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04 Driver support City Safety™ • If the difference in speed between the vehicles Using MY CAR on the centre console dis- Low-hanging objects, e.g. a flag/pennant for play screen with its menu system, search is greater than 15 km/h then City Safety™ may projecting load, or accessories such as auxili- not prevent the collision on its own.
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(see the illustration for sensor location, page when City Safety™ has stopped the car, unless gestions for appropriate action. 164) - an authorised Volvo workshop is rec- the driver manages to depress the clutch pedal ommended. beforehand.
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Contact a qualified workshop in the event of a fault or if the laser Symbols and messages in the display sensor needs servicing - an authorised Volvo In conjunction with automatic braking by the workshop is recommended.
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Remove the object blocking the sensor and/or clean the windscreen in front of the sensor. Read about the limitations of the laser sensor, see page 165. City Safety Service City Safety™ is not operational. required • Visit a workshop if the message remains - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.
Collision Warning with Auto Brake executes trian Detection must only be carried out in a Detection must not be used as an excuse for workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop three steps in the following order: the driver to change his/her driving style. If the is recommended.
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04 Driver support Collision Warning with Auto Brake & Pedestrian Protection* The collision warning system and City 3 - Auto Brake WARNING Safety™ complement each other. For more The automatic brake function is activated last. The collision warning system does not information on City Safety™, see page 164.
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04 Driver support Collision Warning with Auto Brake & Pedestrian Protection* • Detection of pedestrians In order for a pedestrian to be detected he/ Operation she must appear full-length and have a Settings are made from MY CAR via the centre height of at least 80 cm.
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04 Driver support Collision Warning with Auto Brake & Pedestrian Protection* Activating/deactivating warning signals uations, then change to warning distance WARNING Normal The warning lamp (no. [1] in the illustration on No automatic system can guarantee page 169) is activated automatically when the Only use warning distance Short in excep-...
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04 Driver support Collision Warning with Auto Brake & Pedestrian Protection* For the sensors to work correctly, they must be NOTE WARNING kept clear of dirt, ice and snow, and be cleaned The visual warning signal can be temporarily Warnings and brake interventions could be regularly with water and car shampoo.
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04 Driver support Collision Warning with Auto Brake & Pedestrian Protection* • Collision Warning with Auto Brake is tempo- Driver Alert Control – see page 178 after the engine is started in order to protect rarily deactivated with reverse gear engaged. camera functionality.
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- an snow. snow. message remains. authorised Volvo workshop is recom- Thick fog, heavy rain No action. At times mended. or snow means that the camera does not the camera does not...
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Read about the limitations of the radar sensor, see page 156. Collision Collision Warning with Auto Brake is fully or partially disengaged. warn. • Visit a workshop if the message remains - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Service required Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
04 Driver support Driver Alert System* General information on Driver Alert System The Driver Alert System is intended to assist drivers whose driving ability is deteriorating or who are inadvertently leaving the lane they are driving on. The Driver Alert System consists of different functions which can either be switched on at the same time or individually: •...
04 Driver support Driver Alert System - DAC* General information on DAC The objective for DAC is to detect slowly dete- Operation riorating driving ability and it is primarily Some settings are made from the centre con- intended for major roads. The function is not sole display screen and its menu system.
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04 Driver support Driver Alert System - DAC* On/Off The display shows a level mark with 1-5 bars, WARNING where a low number of bars indicates incon- To set Driver Alert in standby mode: An alarm should be taken very seriously, as sistent driving style.
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Read about the limitations of the camera sensor, see page 174. Driver Alert Sys Service The system is disengaged. required • Visit a workshop if the message remains - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
04 Driver support Driver Alert System - LDW* General information on - LDW Operation and function If the camera can no longer detect the carria- geway's side markings the display shows Lane Depart Warn Unavailable If speed decreases to below 60 km/h then the function resumes standby mode and the dis- play shows Lane Depart Warn Standby <65...
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04 Driver support Driver Alert System - LDW* NOTE The driver is only warned once each time the wheels cross a line. So there is no acoustic alarm when there is a line between the car's wheels. Symbols and messages in the display Symbol Message Specification...
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Driver Alert Sys Service The system is disengaged. required • Visit a workshop if the message remains - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. started. Otherwise the same value as when Personal preferences the engine was switched off is obtained.
04 Driver support Park assist syst* General Function Parking assistance is used as an aid to parking. An acoustic signal as well as symbols on the centre console's display screen indicate the distance to the detected obstacle. Parking assistance sound level can be adjusted during the ongoing acoustic signal using the centre console's VOL knob or in the car's menu system MY CAR - see page 198.
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P mode Rear parking assistance is deactivated is selected in a car with an automatic gear- automatically when towing a trailer if Volvo box. genuine trailer wiring is used. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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04 Driver support Park assist syst* Cleaning the sensors IMPORTANT NOTE When fitting auxiliary lamps: Remember that Dirt, ice and snow covering the sensors may they must not obscure the sensors – the cause incorrect warning signals. auxiliary lamps could then be detected as obstacles.
04 Driver support Park assist camera* General Function and operation When reverse gear is engaged two unbroken lines are shown graphically which illustrate The parking camera is an assist system and is where the car's rear wheels will roll with the activated when reverse gear is engaged (can current steering wheel angle, this facilitates be changed in the settings menu, see...
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• The parking camera is deactivated Park assist lines automatically when towing a trailer if a The system's lines. Volvo genuine trailer cable is used. Boundary line, 30 cm zone backwards from the car IMPORTANT Boundary line, free reversing zone Bear in mind that the screen only shows the "Wheel tracks"...
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04 Driver support Park assist camera* Cars with reversing sensors* Limitations Colour / paint Distance (metres) NOTE Yellow 1.5– A bike carrier or other accessory mounted on the rear of the car could obscure the Orange 0.3–1.5 camera's view. 0–0.3 Pay attention to the possibility that, even if it Settings only looks like a relatively small part of the...
04 Driver support BLIS* – Blind Spot Information System General information on BLIS If necessary, the system can be switched off WARNING temporarily, see the section "Activate/deacti- The system is a supplement to, not a vate". replacement for, a safe driving style and use of the rearview mirrors.
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04 Driver support BLIS* – Blind Spot Information System Activate/deactivate When BLIS is deactivated, the lamp in the but- Daylight and darkness ton goes out and a message is shown in the In daylight the system reacts to the shape of instrument panel display.
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Repair of the BLIS system components must only be performed by a workshop - an Blind spot syst. The BLIS camera is authorised Volvo workshop is recom- blocked by dirt, Camera blocked mended. snow or ice - clean the lenses.
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04 Driver support BLIS* – Blind Spot Information System Own shadow on large light smooth surface, e.g. noise barrier or concrete road surface. Low stationary sunlight shining into the camera. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Menus and messages................196 Menu source MY CAR................198 Climate control..................206 Fuel-driven engine block heater and passenger compartment heater* 216 Additional heater*.................. 219 Trip computer..................220 Adapting driving characteristics............222 Comfort inside the passenger compartment........223 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Menus and messages Combined instrument panel be acknowledged with OK for the menus to be Message shown. Menu overview Some of the following menu options require the function and hardware to be installed in the car. ---- km to empty tank --.- l/100km average --.- l/100km instantaneous...
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Part of message, shown together with information on where as possible. message clears the problem has arisen. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Read the owner's man- See manual If shown repeatedly - For more messages concerning automatic transmission, see page 121.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Menu source MY CAR • General information on MY CAR Operation phone call is rejected • Many of the car's functions are handled current function is interrupted Centre console controls in this menu source, such as setting the •...
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5. Scroll to Doors unlock and press the down among the menu options. thumbwheel - a submenu of selectable • My S60 Press the thumbwheel to select/tick in the functions opens. • DRIVe highlighted menu option or to store the 6.
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My DRIVe* Setup - menus Parts of Volvo's DRIVe concept are described The menus are structured as follows: here, amongst other things. Menu level 1 • Start/Stop •...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Menu source MY CAR Lock settings p. 44, Light settings p. 42 p. 89 Triple indicator 53 and Automatic door locking Door lock confirmation light p. 91 Doors unlock Temporary LH traffic Unlock confirmation light All doors Driver door, then Keyless entry...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Menu source MY CAR Tyre pressure system * p. 313 Collision Warning p. 169 DSTC p. 142 Warns if tyre pressure is too low Calibrate tyre pressure Warning distance p. 9 City Safety Long Steering wheel force p.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Menu source MY CAR Time format p. 73 Distance and fuel units p. 220 Voice tutorial 12 h MPG (UK) This menu option + OK provides spoken information about how 24 h MPG (US) the system works. km/l p.
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Phone call con- With Voice training the voice mands - only with Volvo's navi- tact recognition system is taught to gation system RTI* installed. recognise the driver's voice and Phone dial num- pronunciation. A number of phra-...
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RTI* is installed. For more Map and software version * Automatic rear defroster information on Facilities and Only in cars with Volvo GPS nav- Voice recognition - see the Navi- igator - see separate manual. gation system's owner's manual.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control General Sensor location Vents in the parcel shelf • The sun sensor is located on the top side Climate control of the dashboard. NOTE The car is equipped with electronic climate • The temperature sensor for the passenger To avoid misting on the rear window, do not control.
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For general information about menu naviga- ment is cleaned with a filter. This must be such as particles, hydrocarbons, nitrous tion, see page 199: replaced at regular intervals. Follow the Volvo oxides and ground-level ozone. • Fan speed in automatic mode*, see Service Programme for the recommended page 212.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control Air distribution Air vents in the dashboard Air vents in the door pillars Open Closed The incoming air is divided between a number of different vents in the passenger compart- Closed Open ment. Lateral airflow Lateral airflow Air distribution is fully automatic in AUTO...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control Electronic climate control, ECC* Temperature control, left-hand side Air distribution - air vent instrument panel Temperature control, right-hand side Electrically heated front seat, left-hand Air distribution - defroster windscreen Recirculation side Rear window and door mirror defrosters, AUTO Max.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control Electronic Temperature Control, ETC Recirculation Electrically heated front seat, left-hand Electrically heated front seat, right-hand side side AC – – Air conditioning on/off Temperature control Max. defroster Air distribution - ventilation floor Air distribution - air vent instrument panel Air distribution - defroster windscreen Rear window and door mirror defrosters, see page 101...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control Operating the controls Press the button four times to switch off the Press the button four times to switch off the heat – no lamps illuminate. heat – no lamps illuminate. Heated seats* WARNING Front seats The heated seat should not be used by peo-...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control Air distribution Climate settings Automatic blower Normal adjustment. Choose between High • - Automatic fan control. Low airflow is prioritised. • Normal - Automatic fan control. • High - Automatic fan control. A more intense airflow is prioritised.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control AC – Air conditioning on/off side temperature. This reduces the risk of ice, NOTE misting and bad air. Activate/deactivate the When the lamp in the AC but- The noise level increases as the fan is oper- function in the menu system MY CAR under ton illuminates, the air condi- ating at max.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control Cars with Eco Start/Stop DRIVe* NOTE With an auto-stopped engine certain equip- The air quality sensor should always be ment has its function temporarily reduced, e.g. engaged in order to obtain the best air in the climate control fan speed.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Climate control Air distribution Air distribution Airflow to windows and to ensure good comfort in Air to floor. Some air to direct heat or cold to from dashboard air vents. warm, dry weather. flows to the dashboard the floor.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Fuel-driven engine block heater and passenger compartment heater* Fuel-driven heater Refuelling Battery and fuel If the battery has insufficient charge or the fuel General information about the parking level is too low, the parking heater will be heater switched off automatically and a message The parking heater heats the engine and pas-...
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Symbols and display messages workshop for Service leaving the car - When one of the timer's settings or repair. Volvo rec- required the engine and Direct start is activated, the infor- ommends that you passenger com-...
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Fuel-driven engine block heater and passenger compartment heater* A display text clears automatically after a time Setting the timer Set the alternative time in the same way as or after one press on the indicator stalk OK Park heat timer 1 The time when the car shall be used and heated button.
I - any adjustments must therefore be made before starting the engine. An authorised Volvo dealer has information regarding the geographical areas concerned. An authorised Volvo dealer has information regarding the engines concerned. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer General Functions NOTE There may be a slight error in the reading if NOTE a fuel-driven supplementary and/or parking heater* has been used. If a warning message appears when the trip computer is used then the message must first be acknowledged before the trip com- Km to empty tank puter can be reactivated.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Trip computer 2. Press and hold RESET for approx. 1 second to reset the selected function. If RESET is kept depressed for at least 3 three seconds then Average speed and Average are reset simultaneously. Current speed* The instrument panel display changes to show current speed in mph (miles per hour) if the...
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Adapting driving characteristics Active chassis - Four-C* Operation Steering wheel force and select Medium High Active chassis, Four-C (Continously Controlled Chassis Concept), regulates the characteris- For a description of the menu system, see tics of the shock absorbers so that the car's page 198.
05 Comfort and driving pleasure Comfort inside the passenger compartment Storage spaces...
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225, and a detachable ashtray in the Inlay mats* cup holder.) Keep loose objects such as mobile phones, Volvo supplies specially manufactured inlay cameras, remote controls for accessories, mats. Cigarette lighter and ashtray* etc. in the glove compartment or other com- The ashtray in the tunnel console is detached partments.
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05 Comfort and driving pleasure Comfort inside the passenger compartment Vanity mirror 12 V socket socket to supply current, the remote control key must be in at least key position I, see page 76. WARNING Always leave the plug in the socket when the socket is not in use.
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NOTE The compressor for temporary emergency puncture repair has been tested and approved by Volvo. For information on the use of Volvo's recommended temporary emergency puncture repair (TMK), see page 315. Electrical socket in cargo area* For more information, see page 290.
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General information on infotainment............. 230 Radio..................... 241 Media player..................248 External audio source via AUX/USB* input........... 252 Media Bluetooth * ................255 Bluetooth handsfree*................258 Voice recognition* mobile phone............267 TV*......................271 Remote control* ................... 275 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment General Audyssey MultEQ NOTE The infotainment system consists of radio, Remove the remote control key from the ignition switch if the infotainment system is media player, TV* and the facility to communi- used when the engine is switched off. This cate with mobile phone*.
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment Overview Operating the system SOUND - press for access to audio settings (bass, treble, etc.). For more information, see page 236. VOL – turn to raise or lower the volume. ON/OFF/MUTE - short press starts the system and long press (until the screen is off) switches off.
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The keypad is available in three different ver- interrupts/rejects phone calls or erases NAV - Volvo's navigation system sions depending on the options and the equip- entered characters. Long press leads to (RTI)*, is described in a separate ment level of the car.
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment fast-winds disc tracks or searches for the MEDIA - CD, DVD, AUX, USB*, next available radio station. Bluetooth *, TV*. Volume - press to raise or lower the audio TEL – Bluetooth handsfree* volume.
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment Menus The example shows navigation to different functions when a disc is played back. (1) Main source button, (2) Normal view, (3) Shortcut view, (4) Quick view, (5) Menu view...
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment • Select main source by pressing a main source Quick view (4) - fast mode when TUNE is can be started simply by pressing FAV. You turned, e.g. for changing disc tracks, radio button (1) (RADIO, MEDIA, TEL).
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment 3. Press and hold the FAV button until the When Off is selected, 3-channel stereo is 3. Adjust the audio settings by turning available. "favourites menu" is shown. TUNE and confirm with OK/MENU. Con- tinue in the same way with other wave- •...
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment of the car. The compensation level can be set Menu overview NOTE to low, medium, high or off. Select the level If the external audio source's volume is too Menus RADIO under Audio settings Volume high or too low, the quality of the sound may compensation.
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment Advanced settings Show PTY text Main menu DVD Video DVD Video Menu Reset all DAB settings DVD disc menu Alternative frequency Audio settings Play/Pause/Continue Menus MEDIA Stop Set TP favourite Main menu CD Audio Subtitles PTY settings Disc menu...
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment Stop Main menu AUX Menus TEL AUX menu Random Main menu Bluetooth handsfree AUX input volume Repeat folder Phone menu Audio settings Select USB device All calls Change subtitles All calls Main menu TV* Change audio track TV menu Missed calls...
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06 Infotainment system General information on infotainment Phone settings Discoverable Sounds and volume Download phone book Bluetooth software version in Call options Auto answer Voicemail number Disconnect phone...
06 Infotainment system Radio General Automatic tuning NOTE 1. Press RADIO, turn TUNE until the desired If the car is equipped with a steering wheel wavelength ( etc.) is shown, press keypad* and/or remote control* then in OK/MENU. many cases these can be used instead of the buttons in the centre console.
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06 Infotainment system Radio in the area when you turn TUNE (see the sec- NOTE NOTE tion "Station list", page 241). When the station • The preset from the factory is that the radio The list only shows the frequencies of list is shown, press the button in the cen- automatically searches for the stations in...
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06 Infotainment system Radio time and returns when the station is stored. player is in use, it is paused. The interrupting send traffic information then this is shown by The preset button can now be used. transmission is played at a preset volume, see glowing brightly in the TV screen, otherwise page 245.
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06 Infotainment system Radio – News 2. Then the PTY function must be activated To continue searching for another broad- cast of the selected programme types, This function allows news broadcasts sent under FM menu Advanced settings within a set station's RDS network to break press on PTY settings Receive traffic...
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06 Infotainment system Radio – Regional radio programmes – REG To start scanning go in FM/AM mode to Programming of channel groups creates an updated list of all available channel groups. This function causes the radio to continue with FM menu Scan AM menu Scan.
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06 Infotainment system Radio Scanning Programme type is selected in DAB mode A list of pre-selected channels can be shown in the TV screen. The function is activated/ The function automatically searches the cur- under DAB menu filtering. Exit this rent wavelength for strong stations.
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06 Infotainment system Radio Advanced settings Subchannel Resetting the DAB settings Secondary components are usually named All DAB settings can be reset to the original DAB to DAB link subchannels. These are temporary and can factory settings. DAB to DAB linking means that the DAB radio contain e.g.
06 Infotainment system Media player Confirm your selection or go to the menu Menus CD/DVD functions for the selected media source by pressing The menus inMEDIA are controlled from the OK/MENU. centre console and the steering wheel key- pad*. For general information on menu naviga- Fast forward/reverse and change disc tion, see page 234 and menu overview, see track or chapter...
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06 Infotainment system Media player again, the media player starts. It is also possi- Audio/video files can also be changed by NOTE ble to pause via the menu system , press OK/ pressing on the centre console or the A video film is only shown when the car is MENU, select Play/Pause steering wheel keypad*.
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06 Infotainment system Media player forward/rewind speed for video files. Release Repeat folder NOTE the button to return to viewing at normal speed. This function makes it possible to play files in A video film is only shown when the car is a folder over and over again.
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06 Infotainment system Media player Changing chapter or title Compatible file formats DivX Video On Demand Turn TUNE to access the list of chapters and The media player can be registered in order to The media player can play back a variety of file navigate through them (if the film is being play DivX VOD type files from burned discs or types and is compatible with the formats in the...
06 Infotainment system External audio source via AUX/USB* input General structure and number of files there may be NOTE some delay before loading is finished. If the car is equipped with a steering wheel keypad* and/or remote control* then in NOTE many cases these can be used instead of the buttons in the centre console.
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06 Infotainment system External audio source via AUX/USB* input device containing a mixture of audio and video Playback and navigation Repeat folder files is connected to the USB port, but instead See page 250. Turn TUNE to access the playlist/folder struc- the player continues to play back the previous ture and navigate in the list/structure.
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06 Infotainment system External audio source via AUX/USB* input iPod NOTE An iPod is charged and supplied with power The system supports mobile media compli- by the USB connection* via the player's con- ant with USB 2.0 and the FAT32 file system nection cable.
Bluetooth function in the car's media player. Volvo recommends that you contact an authorised Volvo dealer or visit www.volvocars.com for information on Centre console control panel. compatible phones and external media VOL –...
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06 Infotainment system Media Bluetooth * Getting started 2. Check that the external device is searcha- 3. Select the device to be removed by turning TUNE, and confirm with OK/MENU. ble/visible via Bluetooth , see the manual Connect an external Bluetooth device for the external device.
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06 Infotainment system Media Bluetooth * Version information Bluetooth The car's current Bluetooth version can be seen in Bluetooth mode under Bluetooth menu Bluetooth software version in car. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Mobile phone Number and letter buttons Volvo recommends that you seek assis- tance from an authorised Volvo dealer or Microphone TEL button activates/searches last con- visit www.volvocars.com for information on nected phone. If a phone is already con- compatible phones.
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Bluetooth name is shown in the exter- Activate via the car's menu system nal device as My Volvo Car A short press on TEL activates/searches last 1. Make the external device searchable/visi- connected phone. If a phone is already con- 5.
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For information on the with another device if there are several devices phone book, see page 262. 4. Select My Volvo Car in the list of devices in the car. However, the device must first have detected in your external device.
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06 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* Making and receiving calls Call lists Phone menu Disconnect phone. For more The call lists are copied to the handsfree func- information on connection, see page 259. Incoming call tion at each new connection and are then The handsfree function is deactivated when –...
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06 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* there is no number stored then this menu can Ring signals this phone book was downloaded is con- nected. be reached with one long press on 1. The handsfree function has integrated ring sig- nals that can be selected in phone mode under •...
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06 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* The audio system stores a copy of the phone that the contact searched for starts with. For Function book from each paired mobile phone. The example, a long press on the button for 6 gives phone book can be copied automatically to the instant access to that part of the list where the + 0 p w...
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06 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* New contact NOTE Change between letters and numbers with OK/MENU. There is no text wheel for High Performance, so TUNE cannot be used there to input More Change to special characters characters: only the digit and letter buttons with OK/MENU.
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06 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* 1. When the Name row is selected, press ing a number key and then pressing OK/ Change between letters and MENU. If there is no contact stored on the OK/MENU to reach the input mode (illus- numbers with OK/MENU.
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06 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* NOTE Deleting the car's telephone book only dele- tes contacts in the car's telephone book. Contacts in the mobile phone's phone book are not deleted. Version information Bluetooth The car's current Bluetooth version can be seen in phone mode under Phone menu Phone settings...
Only applies to vehicles equipped with Volvo's navigation system - RTI (Road and Traffic Information System). Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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06 Infotainment system Voice recognition* mobile phone Remember Keep the following things in mind when you use Help functions for voice recognition the voice recognition system: • Instructions: A function that helps you get familiar with the system and the procedure •...
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06 Infotainment system Voice recognition* mobile phone To skip a lesson and go to the next one, press Using voice commands For a description of the menu system, see the button for voice recognition and say page 198. The driver initiates a dialogue with the voice "Next".
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06 Infotainment system Voice recognition* mobile phone the last spoken group of numbers) or play in the numbered rows and the system "Delete" (which deletes the whole spoken prompts you to select a row number. phone number). • If there are more rows in the list than can be displayed simultaneously, saying Dialling from the call register "Down"...
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06 Infotainment system General cut menu is shown with commonly used IMPORTANT menu options. A TV licence is required for this product in NOTE Station presets, numeric input. some countries. This system only supports TV transmissions Navigate in channel lists or menus by turn- in countries which transmit signals in ing TUNE.
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06 Infotainment system Watch TV set is shown. When the scan is com- NOTE plete a message is shown and the pic- – Press MEDIA, turn TUNE until is shown If no reception is available on the preset ture is shown. A preset list (max. 30 pre- in the TV screen, press OK/MENU.
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06 Infotainment system sible to move a channel up to a place in the area where you are. When a channel is found, Information about the current preset list. it is shown for approx. 10 seconds before programme scanning is resumed. Scanning is stopped with Press the INFO button in order to display the Save the available TV channels as EXIT, then the channel that you just watched...
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06 Infotainment system detected that there is no reception for all TV channels. One possible reason may be that a border has been crossed and that the system is set to the wrong country. In which case, change to the right country in accordance with "Searching TV channels/Preset list", see page 272.
06 Infotainment system Remote control* General* The remote control can be used for all func- functions tions in the infotainment system. The remote Function control's buttons have the same functions as the buttons in the centre console or steering F = Front TV screen wheel keypad*.
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06 Infotainment system Remote control* Function Function Navigate up/down Subtitles, selection of language for text Navigate right/left Teletext*, On/Off Confirm selection or go to the menu system for the selected Replacing the battery in the remote source control Volume, decrease NOTE 1.
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Recommendations during driving............280 Refuelling....................283 Fuel....................... 284 Loading....................288 Cargo area ................... 291 Driving with a trailer................292 Towing and recovery................298...
- tow the car from the water consumption. Driving in water to a workshop - an authorised Volvo work- • Avoid driving with open windows. shop is recommended. Risk of engine The car can be driven through water at a maxi- breakdown.
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07 During your journey Recommendations during driving • If the text message High engine temp Open boot lid least 15 minutes - battery charging is more Stop engine Coolant level low, Stop effective during driving than running the engine is shown then the engine must be engine at idling speed while stationary.
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• Use washer fluid to avoid ice forming in the washer fluid reservoir. To achieve optimum roadholding Volvo rec- ommends using winter tyres on all wheels if there is a risk of snow or ice. NOTE The use of winter tyres is a legal requirement in certain countries.
07 During your journey Refuelling Refuelling Opening the fuel filler flap manually Opening/closing the fuel cap Opening/closing the fuel filler flap The fuel filler cap can be attached onto the flap. The fuel filler flap can be opened manually A certain overpressure may arise in the tank in when electric opening from the passenger Open the fuel filler flap using the button on the the event of high outside temperatures.
Fuel of a lower quality than that recommended Mixing different types of fuel or the use of intended to reduce emissions and improve fuel by Volvo must not be used as engine power fuel not recommended invalidates Volvo's economy. and fuel consumption is negatively affected.
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Volvo The reserve fuel can should be filled with petrol, companies. This fuel is less viscous at low tem- warranty.
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07 During your journey Fuel tank may need to be vented in the workshop in The fuel filter must be drained at the intervals When the filter has become approximately order to restart the engine after fuelling. specified in the Service and Warranty Booklet 80% full of particles, a warning triangle on the or if you suspect that the car has been filled instrument panel illuminates, and the message...
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07 During your journey Fuel Fuel consumption and emissions of carbon dioxide Fuel consumption figures may change if the car is equipped with extra equipment that affects the car's weight. See information on weights page 365 and table page 376. The manner in which the car is driven, and other non-technical factors can also affect fuel consumption.
57. WARNING designed by Volvo are recommended. The protection provided by the inflatable WARNING Carefully follow the installation instructions curtain in the headlining may be compro- supplied with the carriers.
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07 During your journey Loading Lowering the rear seat backrest Bag holder* If the rear seat backrest needs to be lowered, see page 80. Load retaining eyelets The folding load retaining eyelets are used to Bag holder under folding hatch in the floor. fasten straps in order to anchor items in the cargo area.
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12 V electrical socket* NOTE The compressor for temporary emergency puncture repair has been tested and approved by Volvo. For information on the use of Volvo's recommended temporary emergency puncture repair (TMK), see page 315. Raise the cover to access the electrical socket.
07 During your journey Cargo area Ski hatch Attaching the hatch Refit the hatch in the grooves behind the The hatch in the backrest can be opened to upholstery and close the hatch. transport long narrow items. Fold the right-hand backrest forward. Release the hatch in the rear seat backrest by sliding the bolt up while pressing the hatch down/forward.
365. NOTE • Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines of If the towing bracket is mounted by Volvo, then more than 12%. The stated maximum permitted trailer the car is delivered with the necessary equip- weights are those permitted by Volvo.
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• In the event of a risk of overheating the 3. Move the gear selector to position P. If the car is fitted with a Volvo detachable optimal speed for the engine is 2300-3000 towbar: 4. Release the foot brake.
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07 During your journey Driving with a trailer Storing the detachable towbar Specifications Towbar storage space. Dimensions, mounting points (mm) IMPORTANT Always remove the towbar after use and store it in the appointed location in the car. Side member Ball centre...
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07 During your journey Driving with a trailer Attaching the towbar The indicator window must show red. The indicator window must show green. Remove the protective cover by first press- ing in the catch and then pulling the cover straight back Insert the towbar until you hear a click.
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07 During your journey Driving with a trailer Check that the towbar is secure by pulling Safety cable. Push in the locking wheel and turn it it up, down and back. anticlockwise until you hear a click. WARNING WARNING Be sure to attach the trailer's safety cable to If the towbar is not fitted correctly then it the correct place.
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07 During your journey Driving with a trailer • Car with trailer subjected to a sudden and NOTE powerful side wind. TSA function is switched off if the driver • Car with trailer drives on an uneven road selects Sport mode, see page 142.
07 During your journey Towing and recovery Towing lubrication. If towing still has to take place, the WARNING route must be as short as possible and then Find out the statutory maximum speed limit for The brake servo and power steering do not with very low speed.
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07 During your journey Towing and recovery Jump starting Screw the towing eye right in up to its flange. Turn in the towing eye firmly e.g. Do not tow the car to bump start the engine. using the wheel wrench. Use a donor battery if the battery is discharged and the engine does not start, see page 116.
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07 During your journey Towing and recovery Recovery Call a recovery service for recovery assistance. IMPORTANT Note that the car must always be transpor- ted with the wheels rolling forward. • An All Wheel Drive car (AWD) with raised front suspension must not be towed at speeds above 70 km/h.
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General ....................304 Changing wheels .................. 308 Tyre pressure ..................311 Warning triangle and first-aid kit*............312 Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)*............313 Emergency puncture repair (TMK) ............315 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
08 Wheels and tyres General Driving characteristics Tyres with the greatest tread depth should New tyres always be fitted to the rear of the car (to Tyres greatly affect the car's driving characte- decrease the risk of skidding). ristics. The type of tyre, dimensions, tyre pres- sure and speed rating are important for how the NOTE car performs.
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A suitable dis- able wheel bolts. tance for the first change is approx. 5000 km and then at 10 000 km intervals. Volvo recom- Tools mends that you contact an authorised Volvo workshop for checking if you are uncertain about tread depth.
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NOTE WARNING Volvo recommends that you consult a Volvo Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiva- dealer about which wheel rim and tyre types lent chains designed for the car model, and are most suitable.
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08 Wheels and tyres General mum permitted index is specified in the table, Rim diameter in 240 km/h see page 380. inches 270 km/h Speed ratings Off-set in mm (dis- 300 km/h Each tyre can withstand a certain maximum tance from wheel speed, a speed rating (Speed Symbol;...
08 Wheels and tyres Changing wheels Spare wheel* The spare wheel is supplied in a bag which must be placed on the cargo area floor in the The following instructions are applicable cargo area and be secured with straps. only if a spare wheel has been purchased as an optional extra with the car.
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The towing eye must be screwed into all NOTE threads in the wheel bolt wrench. Volvo recommends only using the jack* that belongs to the car model in question, which 6. Loosen the wheel bolts ½-1 turn anticlock- is indicated on the jack's label.
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08 Wheels and tyres Changing wheels jack down so it is pressed squarely on the 3. Lower the car so that the wheels cannot WARNING ground. rotate. Never crawl under the car when it is raised on the jack. Passengers must leave the car when it is raised on the jack.
08 Wheels and tyres Tyre pressure Tyre pressure Fuel economy, ECO pressure At speeds under 160 km/h, the general tyre pressure is recommended (applies for both full load and light load) in order to obtain optimum fuel economy. Checking the tyre pressure The tyre pressures must be checked every month.
08 Wheels and tyres Warning triangle and first-aid kit* Warning triangle The warning triangle is fitted on the inside of the boot lid with two clips. Detach the warning triangle case by pulling both of the snap latches outwards. Take the warning triangle from the case, fold out and assemble the two loose sides.
If a message for low tyre pressure is shown in system detects the tyre pressure. If the pres- a sensor adapted for Volvo's tyre pressure the display: monitoring system. sure is too low then a warning lamp...
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In order to establish Recommendations which tyre needs attention, check all four tyres. • Volvo recommends that TPMS sensors are fitted to all wheels on the car. WARNING • Volvo recommends that sensors are not moved between different wheels.
Connect the compressor to one of the car's 12 used. Volvo recommends that you visit an authorised Volvo workshop for inspection of V sockets, see pages 225 and 290. Choose the...
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08 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair (TMK) Pressure reducing valve Sealing punctured tyres WARNING Air hose The sealing fluid can irritate the skin. In the case of contact with skin, wash away the Sealing fluid bottle fluid with soap and water. Pressure gauge 3.
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The sealing fluid bottle and the hose must that the sealing fluid can seal the tyre. can increase up to 6 bar but the pressure be replaced after use. Volvo recommends drops after approximately 30 seconds. that this replacement is performed by an Rechecking the repair and pressure authorised Volvo workshop.
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Treat the old bottle as environ- danger to life. Never leave the engine run- mentally hazardous waste. ning in sealed areas or areas that lack suf- Volvo recommends that you drive to the near- ficient ventilation. est authorised Volvo workshop for the replace- WARNING ment/repair of the damaged tyre.
See preceding illustration. IMPORTANT NOTE For the Volvo warranty to apply, check and Volvo recommends only using the jack that Opening and closing the bonnet follow the instructions in the Service and belongs to the car model in question. If a Warranty Booklet.
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09 Maintenance and service Engine compartment Engine compartment, overview Filling washer fluid Air filter WARNING The ignition system has very high voltage and output. The voltage in the ignition sys- tem is highly dangerous. The remote control key must always be in 0 position when work is being done in the engine compartment, Turn the handle about 20-25 degrees see page 76.
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If the car is driven in adverse con- has been made very carefully with regard to into the oil sump. ditions, Volvo recommends using an oil of a service life, starting characteristics, fuel consumption and environmental impact. higher grade, see page 370.
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09 Maintenance and service Engine compartment 5 minutes to allow the oil time to run back Engine with electronic oil level sensor to the sump. 2. Pull up and wipe the dipstick. 3. Re-insert the dipstick. 4. Pull it out and check the level. 5.
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09 Maintenance and service Engine compartment Measuring the oil level Coolant IMPORTANT If the oil level needs to be checked then it Oil level low In the event of the message Checking the level and topping up should be carried out in accordance with the Refill 0.5 Ltr , only fill with 0.5 litres.
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• The engine must only be run with a well- before topping up the brake fluid. Volvo rec- filled cooling system. Otherwise, tem- ommends that the reason for the loss of peratures that are too high may occur...
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Troubleshooting and repair The air conditioning system contains fluores- cent tracing agents. Use ultraviolet light when looking for leaks. Volvo recommends that you contact an author- ised Volvo workshop. WARNING The air conditioning system contains pres- surised refrigerant R134a. This system must only be serviced and repaired by an author- Brake fluid reservoir location.
On cars with Xenon headlamps, the 2. (First illustration) replacement of Xenon lamps must be car- ried out at a workshop - an authorised Volvo Pull out the headlamp's locking pins. workshop is recommended. Working with Xenon lamps demands extreme caution...
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09 Maintenance and service Lamps 3. (Second illustration) The headlamp must be mounted and the con- 2. Slide the cover to one side. nector correctly installed before the lighting is 3. Remove the cover. Detach the headlamp connector by switched on or the remote control key is pressing down the clip with your thumb.
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09 Maintenance and service Lamps Main beam, Halogen Extra main beam, ABL headlamps* Direction indicators 1. Detach the headlamp. 1. Detach the headlamp. 1. Detach the headlamp. 2. Remove the cover, see page 330 2. Remove the cover, see page 330. 2.
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Reversing lamp NOTE If an error message remains after the broken bulb has been replaced then we recom- mend that you visit an authorised Volvo workshop. Location of rear bulbs 1. Open the panel in the boot lid. The bulbs in the rear light cluster are replaced from inside the cargo area (not the LED lamps).
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09 Maintenance and service Lamps Number plate lighting Lighting, cargo area Vanity mirror lighting Removal of lamp lens 1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver. 1. Insert a screwdriver and gently prize so that the lamp housing comes loose. 2. Carefully detach the whole lamp housing 1.
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09 Maintenance and service Lamps Specification, bulbs Lighting Type Lighting Type Reversing lamp H21W LL Dipped beam, H7 LL Rear fog lamp H21W LL halogen Watt Main beam, Halogen Extra main beam, ABL Front direction HY21W indicators Courtesy light- T10 Socket ing front W2.1x9.5d Glovebox light-...
09 Maintenance and service Wiper blades and washer fluid Wiper blades trical system to key position I. (For detailed NOTE information on key positions, see page 76.) Once the wiper arms have been in service Service position 2. Briefly press the START/STOP ENGINE position, the wipers must be activated and button again to set the car’s electrical sys- deactivated before service position can be...
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09 Maintenance and service Wiper blades and washer fluid Filling washer fluid Fold up the wiper arm when it is in service position. Press the button located on the wiper blade mounting and pull straight out parallel with the wiper arm. NOTE The windscreen and headlamp washers share Slide in the new wiper blade until a "click"...
09 Maintenance and service Battery Operation NOTE IMPORTANT The service life and function of the battery is The life of the battery is shortened if it If the following instruction is not observed influenced by factors such as the number of becomes discharged repeatedly.
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09 Maintenance and service Battery Symbols on the battery Replacing the main battery Avoid sparks and naked flames. Use protective goggles. Removal First of all: Take the remote control key from the ignition switch and wait at least 5 minutes before any electrical connections are touched - this is because the car's electrical system Risk of explosion.
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09 Maintenance and service Battery Release the rubber moulding so that the Cross-stay on the R-Design* rear cover is free. Remove the rear cover by screwing one quarter turn and lifting it away. WARNING Connect and remove the positive and neg- ative cables in the correct order.
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09 Maintenance and service Battery 8. Fit the rubber moulding. (See Removal.) NOTE Battery Start Support 9. Align the front cover and secure it with the Tighten the screws to 30 Nm. Check the Cold start clips. (See removal.) torque with a torque wrench. capacity For more information on the car's main battery CCA (A)
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- an author- pedal (automatic gearbox). ised Volvo workshop is recommended. Automatic starting can only take place if the gear lever is in neutral position. The battery for starting is described in detail on page 338.
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09 Maintenance and service Battery NOTE If the battery has become so discharged that everything is "black" and in principle the car does not have all the normal electri- cal functions and the engine is subsequently started using an external battery or battery charger, then the Start/Stop function will be activated.
If the same fuse fails repeatedly then there is a fault in the circuit. Volvo recommends that you visit an authorised Volvo workshop for checking. Changing 1. Look in the fuse diagram to locate the fuse.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Engine compartment...
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Fuses 16-33 and 35-41 are of the "Mini Fuse" type. Engine control module; Trans- PTC element, air preheater* mission control module; Air- Headlamp washers* bags Heated washer nozzles* Windscreen wipers An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Function Function Function Relay coil in relay for solenoid Valves (1.6 l petrol); Mass air clutch A/C (not 5-cyl. diesel); flow sensor (1.6 l petrol) Headlamp control Relay coil in relay for coolant Mass air flow sensor (D4162T); pump (5-cyl.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Function Coolant pump (1.6 l petrol Start/ Stop, 5-cyl. petrol Start/Stop); Crankcase ventilation heater (5- cyl. Petrol); Oil pump automatic gearbox (5-cyl. petrol Start/ Stop) Diesel filter heater Control module, radiator roller cover (5-cyl. petrol) Crankcase ventilation heater (5- cyl.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Under the glovebox Positions Box A Function Box A Function On the inside of the cover is a label that shows the location of the fuses in fuse box A. Control panel, rear passen- ger door, right Box A Function Control panel, rear passen-...
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Box A Function Box A Function Box B Function Parking assistance*; Park- Central locking system, fuel ing camera*; Towbar control filler flap Infotainment control module module * BLIS* Audio control unit (ampli- Windscreen washers fier)* AWD control module* Digital radio*;...
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Box B Function Brake light Sunroof* Immobiliser Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Cargo area Positions Function Function Function Electric parking brake, left 12 V socket, cargo area Electric parking brake, right Trailer socket 1* Rear window defroster Trailer socket 2* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Fuse 12 is of the "Mini Fuse" type. compartment with fuse box A For more information on Start/Stop - see under the glovebox, central page 123. electrical unit in cargo area PTC element, air preheater* An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Function Function Primary fuse for the central elec- Support battery tronic module (CEM) with fuse Central electronic module box B under the glovebox (CEM) - reference voltage sup- Primary fuse for central electri- port battery; Charging point cal unit in passenger compart- support battery ment with fuse box A under the...
An authorised Dirty headlamps have impaired functional- shampoo. ity. Clean them regularly, when refuelling for Volvo workshop is recommended for the Do not use any strong solvents. example. removal of any discoloration. •...
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Only paint treatment recommended by Polishing agent that contains abrasive must Lightly depress the brake pedal now and then Volvo should be used. Other treatment such not be used. when driving long distances in rain or slush. as preserving, sealing, protection, lustre...
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The leather is refined and each pin. three-year intervals. Volvo recommends that processed so that it retains its natural charac- you engage an authorised Volvo workshop for teristics. It is given a protective coating, but WARNING assistance if the car needs further treatment.
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• Leather needs to breathe. Never cover the 1. Pour the leather cleaner on the dampened able from Volvo dealers can be used for more leather steering wheel with protective plas- sponge and squeeze out a strong foam. difficult cleaning.
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09 Maintenance and service Car care Touching up minor paintwork damage Colour code (Paint code) Repairing minor paint damage such as stone chips and scratches Paint is an important part of the car's rust- proofing and should therefore be checked reg- ularly.
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09 Maintenance and service Car care 2. A light sanding with very fine abrasive material can be performed locally before painting if necessary (e.g. if there are rough edges). Clean the surface thoroughly and allow to dry. 3. Stir the primer well and apply using a fine brush, matchstick or similar.
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Type designations................. 362 Dimensions and weights............... 364 Engine specifications................368 Engine oil....................370 Fluids and lubricants................373 Fuel....................... 376 Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pressure ......... 380 Electrical system................... 383 Type approval..................384 Symbols in the display................396...
10 Specifications Type designations Label location...
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NOTE identification and engine numbers can facili- The labels shown in the owner's manual are tate all contact with an authorised Volvo dealer not provided as exact reproductions of regarding the car and when ordering spare those in the car. The purpose is to show parts and accessories.
10 Specifications Dimensions and weights Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Wheelbase 2776 Front track Width including door mirrors 2097 1588 1578 Length 4628 Width including folded-in door mirrors 1899 Rear track 1585 Load length, floor, folded rear with 16" wheel seat 1749 1575 with 17"...
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10 Specifications Dimensions and weights Weights WARNING Kerb weight includes the driver, the fuel tank The car's driving characteristics change 90% full and all fluids. depending on how heavily it is loaded and how the load is distributed. The weight of passengers and accessories, and towball load (when a trailer is hitched, see table page 366) influences the payload and is not included in the kerb weight.
10 Specifications Engine specifications Engine specifications NOTE Not all engines are available in all markets. Engine Engine Output Output Torque (Nm/ No. of Bore Stroke Swept Com- (kW/rpm) (hp/rpm) rpm) cylin- (mm) (mm) volume pression code ders (litres) ratio B4164T3 110/5700 150/5700 240/1600–4000...
The above also apply to shorter driving dis- Volvo Car Corporation disclaims all war- tances at low temperatures. ranty liability if engine oil of the prescribed grade and viscosity is not used. Volvo recommends that oil changes are car- ried out at an authorised Volvo workshop.
10 Specifications Fluids and lubricants Coolant Volume Engine Prescribed grade: Coolant recommended by (litres) Volvo mixed with 50% water , see the pack- aging. B4164T3 B4164T Volume Engine (litres) B4164T2 B4204T7 10.5 B4164T3 D4162T B4164T 11.1 D4162T B4164T2 B5204T8 Engine code, component and serial number can be read on the engine, see page 362.
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Power steering fluid Power steering WSS M2C204-A2 or equivalent product. Washer fluid Cars with headlamp washing Washer fluid recommended by Volvo - with frost protection during cold weather and below freezing point. Cars without headlamp washing Fuel Petrol engine approx. 67...
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10 Specifications Fluids and lubricants NOTE Under normal driving conditions, the gear- box oil does not need to be changed during its service life. However, this may be nec- essary under adverse driving conditions, see page 373.
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10 Specifications Fuel D5 (D5244T15) D5 AWD (D5244T15) DRIVe for certain markets. Flexifuel engines can be driven on both 95 octane unleaded petrol and bioethanol E85. Both fuels are filled in the common fuel tank so that any variations of mixing ratios between these two fuels is possible.
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10 Specifications Fuel • There are several reasons for increased fuel Drive gently and avoid unnecessary accel- eration as well as braking too hard. consumption compared with the table's val- ues. Examples of this are: • Drive with the correct air pressure in the tyres and check this regularly - select ECO •...
10 Specifications Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pressure Approved tyre pressures Engine Tyre size Speed Load, 1 - 3 persons Max. load ECO pressure (km/h) Front Rear Front Rear Front/rear (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) 205/60 R 16 0 - 160 215/55 R 16 T3 (B4164T3) 215/50 R 17...
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10 Specifications Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pressure Engine Tyre size Speed Load, 1 - 3 persons Max. load ECO pressure (km/h) Front Rear Front Rear Front/rear (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) 215/55 R 16 0 - 160 T4 (B5204T8) 215/50 R 17 T5 (B5204T9) 235/45 R 17...
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10 Specifications Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pressure Engine Tyre size Speed Load, 1 - 3 persons Max. load ECO pressure (km/h) Front Rear Front Rear Front/rear (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) 0 - 160 215/55 R 16 235/45 R 17 160 + 0 - 160 D4 AWD (D5244T17)
10 Specifications Electrical system Electrical system The battery capacity is dependent upon the IMPORTANT equipment level in the vehicle. The car has a voltage-regulated AC alternator. If the battery is replaced, replace it with a The electrical system is single-pole and uses battery of the same cold start capacity and the chassis and engine casing as a conductor.
10 Specifications Type approval Remote control key system Sensors, tyre pressure monitoring - Country TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring Lock system, standard China System)* Country Country EU, China Brazil Hong Kong Keyless lock system (Keyless drive) Country Radar system Country Singapore Korea IDA: Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore.
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10 Specifications Type approval Bluetooth Declaration of Conformity (Declaration of Conformity) Country Countries in the EU: Exporting country: Japan Manufacturer: Alpine Electronics Inc. Type of equipment: Bluetooth device For further information visit http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/faq.htm #informing...
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10 Specifications Type approval Country Czech Alpine Electronics, Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento Bluetooth Module je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými Republic: ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Denmark: Undertegnede Alpine Electronics, Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Bluetooth Module overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
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10 Specifications Type approval Country Estonia: Käesolevaga kinnitab Alpine Electronics, Inc. seadme Bluetooth Module vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. Hereby, Alpine Electronics, Inc., declares that this Bluetooth Module is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
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10 Specifications Type approval Country Poland: Niniejszym Alpine Electronics, Inc. oświadcza, że Bluetooth Module jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC. Portugal: Alpine Electronics, Inc. declara que este Bluetooth Module está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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10 Specifications Type approval Country China: • • • • •...
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10 Specifications Type approval Country Taiwan: CCAB10LP0230T7...
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10 Specifications Type approval Country South Korea: Volvo Car Korea Alpine Electronics, Inc Made in Japan Volvo Car Korea http://www.volvocars.com/kr...
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10 Specifications Type approval Country Singa- pore: The Uni- ted Arab Emirates: Jordan: The product that contains the Bluetooth module is approved with the following certification number. BT module certification number: TRC/LPD/2010/4. BT module name: IAM2.1BT PWB EU...
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10 Specifications Type approval Country South Africa: Uruguay: This product contains URSEC approved transmitter [module name and model name (IAM2.1 BT PWB EU + BVJG905A, BVVE905A, BVLV905A)]...
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10 Specifications Type approval Country Jamaica: Approved for use in Jamaica SMA EI: IAM2.1 Thailand: This telecommunication equipment conforms to NTC technical requirement. Nigeria: Mexico: Warning "Este equipo opera a titulo secundario, consecuentemente, debe aceptar interferencias perjudiciales incluyendo equipos de la misma clase y puede no causar interferencias a sistemas operando a titulo primario."...
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10 Specifications Type approval Country Bot- swana: Croatia:...
10 Specifications Symbols in the display General Symbols in the display Indicator and information symbols in the combined instrument panel There are a variety of different symbols in the Indicator and warning symbols in the display in the car. The symbols are divided into Symbol Meaning Page...
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10 Specifications Symbols in the display Symbol Meaning Page Symbol Meaning Page Symbol Meaning Page Left-hand direc- Adaptive cruise 158, 163 Speed limiter tion indicators control*, Distance Warning* (Distance Right-hand Alert) direction indica- Camera sensor*, 167, tors Adaptive cruise Laser sensor* 175, control* 179, 182...
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10 Specifications Symbols in the display Information symbols in the roof console Symbol Meaning Page display Rain sensor* Symbol Meaning Page Seatbelt reminder Driver Alert System* Airbag, passenger 22, 23 seat, activated Driver Alert Sys- 179, 182 tem*, Lane Depar- ture Warning* Airbag, passenger seat, deactivated...
11 Alphabetical Index Air conditioning system Audio volume .......... 231 repair........... 328 phone..........262 ACC – Adaptive cruise control....150 phone/media player......262 Air distribution........208, 214 ring signal, phone....... 262 Active Bending Lights (ABL)...... 87 Air quality system IAQS ......213 speed/noise compensation....
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11 Alphabetical Index Battery..........337, 383 Emergency Brake Assistance, EBA ... 131 Chassis settings........222 maintenance........337 emergency brake lights......88 Checking and topping up the coolant..326 remote control ........276 filling brake fluid........328 Checking the engine oil level....323 remote control key/PCC.......
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11 Alphabetical Index Climate control........206 Corner Traction Control ......142 Driver Alert Control........178 general..........206 Crash, see Collision........30 Driver Alert System........177 sensors..........206 Cruise control.......... 148 Driving............280 Clock, setting..........73 cooling system........280 CZIP (Clear Zone Interior Package)..207 emissions ........
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11 Alphabetical Index Gear selector inhibitor, mechanical disen- Heating............ 212 Infotainment system ....... 230 gagement..........120 rearview and door mirrors....101 menus ..........234 rear window........101 overview ..........231 Geartronic..........119 seats........... 211 source buttons ........231 Glass voice control........267 Heat-reflecting windscreen......
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11 Alphabetical Index Keypad in the steering position/parking lamps......88 Lubricants..........373 wheel......... 82, 148, 199, 232 rear fog lamp........88 Lubricants, capacities......373 tunnel detection........87 Key positions..........76 Lighting, bulb replacement...... 329 bulb holder, rear, direction indicators. 332 cargo area...........
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11 Alphabetical Index Messages and symbols Mood lighting..........90 Parking heater.......... 216 Adaptive Cruise Control..... 158 battery and fuel........216 MY CAR........... 198 Collision Warning with Auto parking on a hill........216 Brake.......... 167, 175 time setting......... 218 Distance Alert........163 Passenger compartment......
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11 Alphabetical Index Power seat..........79 electrically retractable......100 Remote control key system, type appro- heating..........101 val............384 Powershift gearbox......121, 298 interior..........101 Remote Start - ERS......... 110 Power sunroof......... 103 Rear window, defrosting......101 Resetting the door mirrors....... 100 Power windows.........
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11 Alphabetical Index heating..........211 Steering force level, see Steering force... 222 Driver Alert Control......179 lowering the front backrest....78 Lane Departure Warning..... 182 Steering lock..........110 lowering the rear backrest....80 Steering wheel........... 82 power seats.......... 79 keypad......82, 148, 199, 232 Sensus............
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384 Vibration damper........293 Warning symbols........70 Type designation........362 Voice control, mobile phone....267 Warning triangle........312 Tyres Volvo Sensus..........75 direction of rotation......304 Washer fluid, filling........336 driving characteristics......304 Washer nozzles, heated......96 maintenance........304 Washers pressure..........
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11 Alphabetical Index Waxing............. 355 Weights kerb weight......... 365 Wheels changing..........309 installation........... 310 rims............. 305 snow chains........306 spare wheel........308 Wheels and tyres........304 Whiplash injury, WHIPS......27 WHIPS child seat/booster cushion....27 whiplash injury........27 Windows, rearview and door mirrors..97 Windscreen washing........
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