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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.
01 Safety 02 Instruments and controls Important information......... 8 Seatbelts........... 16 Overview, left-hand drive cars....42 Volvo and the environment....... 12 Airbag system........... 19 Overview, right-hand drive cars....44 Airbags............20 Driver's door control panel....... 46 Activating/deactivating the airbag*... 22 Combined instrument panel......
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Table of contents 03 Climate control 04 Interior 05 Locks and alarm General information on climate control..88 Front seats..........104 Remote control key with key blade..124 Manual climate control, AC....... 90 Interior lighting........109 Active locks..........127 Electronic climate control, ECC*....93 Storage spaces in the passenger com- Keyless drive*..........
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Table of contents 06 Starting and driving 07 Wheels and tyres 08 Car care General............ 140 General............ 192 Cleaning..........208 Refuelling..........142 Tyre pressure.......... 196 Touching up paintwork......212 Alcolock*..........146 Warning triangle* and spare wheel * ..197 Rustproofing........... 214 Starting the engine........
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Table of contents 09 Maintenance and service 10 Infotainment system 11 Specifications Volvo service........... 218 General............ 250 Type designation........284 Self-maintenance........219 Audio functions........252 Dimensions and weights......286 Bonnet and engine compartment... 220 Radio functions........257 Engine specifications......289 Oils and fluids.........
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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Introduction Important information Information on the Internet At www.volvocars.com there is further infor- mation concerning your car. A QR code reader is required to read the QR code, which is available as a supplemental pro- gram for several mobile phones. The QR code reader can be downloaded from App Store or Android Market.
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 Airbag system..................19 Airbags....................20 Activating/deactivating the airbag*............22 Side airbags (SIPS bags)................ 24 Inflatable Curtain (IC)................26 WHIPS..................... 27 When the systems deploy............... 29 Crash mode.................... 30 Child safety..................... 31 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
WARNING The seatbelt locks and cannot be with- drawn: Never modify or repair the seatbelt yourself. Volvo recommends that you contact an • if it is pulled out too quickly authorised Volvo workshop. If the seatbelt •...
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01 Safety Seatbelts Seatbelts and pregnancy such that they can easily maintain control of the Child seats are not covered by the seatbelt vehicle as they drive (which means that they reminder system. must be able to easily operate the foot pedals Rear seat and steering wheel).
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01 Safety Seatbelts Seatbelt tensioner Seatbelt guide All the seatbelts are equipped with seatbelt tensioners. A mechanism in the seatbelt ten- sioner tightens the seatbelt in the event of a sufficiently violent collision. The seatbelt then provides more effective restraint for occu- pants.
The symbol indi- cates a fault in the seatbelt tensioner sys- The warning symbol in the combined instru- tem, SIPS, SRS or the IC system. Volvo rec- ment panel illuminates when the remote con- ommends that you contact an authorised trol key is turned to key position I, II or III.
01 Safety Airbags Airbag system WARNING NOTE Volvo recommends that you contact an The sensors react differently depending on authorised Volvo workshop for repair. the course of the collision and whether or Defective work in the airbag system could not the seatbelts on the driver's side and cause malfunction and result in serious per- passenger side are used.
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01 Safety Airbags Airbag on the driver's side WARNING The car has an airbag to supplement the pro- Never place a child in a child seat or on a tection afforded by the seatbelt on the driver's booster cushion in the front seat if the airbag side.
Check that the switch is in the required posi- Switch location. recommends that you visit an authorised tion. Volvo recommends that the key blade is Volvo workshop as soon as possible. The airbag is activated. With the switch in used to change position.
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01 Safety Activating/deactivating the airbag* A text message and a symbol in the roof con- WARNING NOTE sole indicate that the airbag for the front pas- Activated airbag (passenger seat): When the remote control key is turned to senger seat is deactivated (see preceding illus- key position II or III the warning symbol for tration).
• Volvo recommends the use only of car seat covers approved by Volvo. Other seat covers may impede the operation of the side airbags.
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01 Safety Side airbags (SIPS bags) Front passenger seat, left-hand drive. The SIPS bag system consists of side airbags and sensors. A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors and the side airbags are inflated. The airbag inflates between the occupant and the door panel and thereby cushions the initial impact.
This could compromise the intended pro- on the inside of the car during a collision. WARNING tection. Volvo recommends that you only ever use Volvo genuine parts that are The inflatable curtain is a supplement to the approved for placement in these areas. seatbelts.
Never modify or repair the seat or WHIPS the seat with as little space as possible system yourself. Volvo recommends that The WHIPS system is a supplement to the between the head and the head restraint. seatbelts. Always use a seatbelt. you contact an authorised Volvo workshop.
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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.
Do not • Always contact a doctor. attempt to start the car since the airbags may deploy. Recovering the car. Volvo rec- ommends that you have it conveyed to an authorised Volvo workshop.
If the car is in crash mode it must not be towed. It must be transported from its loca- Moving the car tion. Volvo recommends that you have it NORMAL MODE is shown after CRASH conveyed 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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Recommended child seats Weight Rear seat Front seat Group 0 Volvo infant seat (Volvo Infant Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the ISOFIX fixture system. max. 10 kg Type approval: E1 04301146 Group 0+ max. 13 kg...
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Group 0+ max. 13 kg Group 1 Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat (Volvo Convertible Child Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat (Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the car's seatbelt Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the car's seatbelt 9-18 kg and straps.
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Seat) - front-facing child seat, secured with the car's seatbelt. 15-25 kg Type approval: E5 04191 Type approval: E5 04191 Group 2/3 Volvo booster seat with backrest (Volvo Booster Seat with Volvo booster seat with backrest (Volvo Booster Seat with backrest). backrest). 15-36 kg...
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UF: Suitable for front-facing universally approved child seats in this weight class. For information on activated/deactivated airbag, see page 22. To install a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat, Volvo recommends that you contact an authorised Volvo dealer to have the mounting points installed. WARNING...
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Volvo recommends that you contact an seat illustration above). authorised Volvo dealer for recommenda- Press the seat cushion down to access the tions about which ISOFIX child seats Volvo Reduced size, rear-facing mounting points. recommends. child seat Always follow the manufacturer's installation...
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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.
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IUF: Suitable for front-facing ISOFIX child seats that are universally approved in this weight class. In order to be able to fit the infant/child seat in the rear seat, the front passenger seat has been adjusted to a location in front of centre position. Volvo recommends rear-facing child seats for this group.
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Volvo recommends that small children should sit in rear-facing child seats to as late an age as possible. The child seat's straps must be routed...
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Overview, left-hand drive cars..............42 Overview, right-hand drive cars.............. 44 Driver's door control panel..............46 Combined instrument panel..............47 Indicator and warning symbols............... 48 Information display.................. 52 Electrical socket..................54 Lighting panel..................56 Left-hand stalk switch................61 Right-hand stalk switch................64 Cruise control*..................
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I N S T R U M E N T S A N D C O N T R O L S...
02 Instruments and controls Overview, left-hand drive cars...
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02 Instruments and controls Overview, left-hand drive cars Steering wheel adjustment Reading lamp, right-hand side Bonnet release Seatbelt reminder and passenger seat air- bag indicator Control panel Interior rearview mirror Direction indicators, main beam, trip com- Display for climate control and infotain- puter ment system Lighting, fuel filler flap opener...
02 Instruments and controls Overview, right-hand drive cars...
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02 Instruments and controls Overview, right-hand drive cars Electrical socket, cigarette lighter Reading lamp, right-hand side Blind Spot Information System, BLIS No function Switch, optional equipment No function Parking brake Sunroof controls Control panel Ignition switch Glovebox Windscreen wipers and washers, head- lamp washers Door handle Cruise control...
02 Instruments and controls Driver's door control panel Driver's door control panel Power windows Door mirror, left-hand side Door mirrors, setting Door mirror, right-hand side...
02 Instruments and controls Combined instrument panel Speedometer. Tachometer – Indicates engine speed in Button for trip meter – Used to measure thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). short distances. Short presses on the but- Direction indicators, left. ton switches between the two trip meters Indicator and warning symbols.
02 Instruments and controls Indicator and warning symbols Functionality check, symbols Symbols in the centre of the instrument When the symbol illuminates: panel All indicator and warning symbols illuminate 1. Stop in a safe manner. Do not drive the car when the remote control key is turned to posi- further.
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ABS fault 3. Drive to a workshop to have the ABS sys- tem checked if the symbol remains lit. Rear fog lamp Volvo recommends that you seek assis- Stability system DSTC tance from an authorised Volvo workshop. No function Rear fog lamp...
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If the faulty. symbol illuminates and the oil level is normal Volvo recommends that you contact an author- Parking brake applied ised Volvo workshop. The symbol illuminates when the parking brake is applied.
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02 Instruments and controls Indicator and warning symbols – Stop the car in a safe place and check the have the brake system checked. Volvo rec- High speed level in the brake fluid reservoir, see ommends that you seek assistance from If the car is moving faster than page 226.
Specification Message Specification STOP SAFELY Stop the car in a safe TIME FOR REGU- Time for regular manner and turn off service. Volvo rec- LAR SERVICE the engine. Serious ommends that an risk of damage. authorised Volvo workshop carries SERVICE Volvo recommends out the service.
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159. run the engine at information on idling speed until the If shown repeatedly checking the oil message clears. For then Volvo recom- level, see page 222. more information, mends that an see page 159. authorised Volvo SOOT FILTER...
TV screens, music players and mobile puncture repair has been tested and phones - which are connected to one of the approved by Volvo. For information on the passenger compartment's 12V electrical use of Volvo's recommended temporary sockets, could be activated by the climate...
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02 Instruments and controls Electrical socket The electrical socket in the rear seat can be used for various accessories, see "12 V elec- trical socket" above. NOTE Cigarette lighter does not work in this socket. The electrical socket is designed for 12 V. For the socket to supply current, the remote con- trol key must be in at least position I, see page 150.
1. Turn the remote control key to position II. centre position. If necessary, the automatic dipped beam can be deactivated. Volvo rec- 2. Turn the headlamp control (2) to one of the ommends that this is performed by an author- end positions.
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02 Instruments and controls Lighting panel – Instrument lighting Press the button (4). Posi- Halogen Halogen The instrument lighting is switched on when tion headlamps headlamps The light in the button (4) illuminates when the the remote control key is in position II and the front fog lamps are switched on.
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02 Instruments and controls Lighting panel Active Xenon headlamps* Posi- Halogen Halogen Posi- Active Xenon Active Xenon tion headlamps headlamps tion headlamps headlamps with DRL* with DRL* Dipped beam. Dipped beam. Automatic/ Daytime run- Main beam and Main beam and deactivated ning lights main beam...
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02 Instruments and controls Lighting panel ing in bends and junctions and so provide Posi- Active Xenon Active Xenon Posi- Active Xenon Active Xenon increased safety. tion headlamps headlamps tion headlamps headlamps with DRL* with DRL* The LED illuminates when the function is activated.
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02 Instruments and controls Lighting panel Daytime running lights - DRL* NOTE To save fuel, daytime running lights (Daytime To achieve minimal energy consumption, Running Light) can be selected during the day the rear lights are also switched off when instead of the more energy-intensive dipped switching automatically from dipped beam beam.
02 Instruments and controls Left-hand stalk switch Stalk switch positions Direction indicators Switching between main and dipped beam Short flash sequence – Move the stalk switch to the end position – Move the stalk switch up or down to (D) and release. position (A) and release.
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02 Instruments and controls Left-hand stalk switch Trip computer* During the period for regeneration fuel con- NOTE sumption may increase, see page 144. If a warning message interrupts while you AVERAGE are using the trip computer, this message must be acknowledged. Acknowledge by Average fuel consumption is calculated from pressing the READ button and revert to the the latest reset, which is performed with the...
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02 Instruments and controls Left-hand stalk switch Resetting 1. Select --- KM/H AVERAGE SPEED --.- L/100 KM AVERAGE 2. Reset with one press of the RESET button. 3. One long press of the RESET button (at least 5 seconds) resets both average speed and average consumption simulta- neously.
02 Instruments and controls Right-hand stalk switch Windscreen wipers Single sweep Windscreen/headlamp washer Raise the stalk switch to make a Move the stalk switch toward the steering single sweep. wheel to start the windscreen and headlamp washers. The wipers will make several more sweeps once the stalk switch is released.
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The function for intermittent wiping for reverse it detects on the windscreen. The sensitivity of can be deactivated. Volvo recommends that the rain sensor can be adjusted using the you contact an authorised Volvo workshop.
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02 Instruments and controls Right-hand stalk switch Activating the rain sensor: selected, or the sensitivity to rain when the rain sensor is selected. – Press the button (1), see page 64. A display symbol shows that the rain sensor is active.
02 Instruments and controls Cruise control* Activating Increasing or decreasing speed NOTE A temporary increase in speed (less than one minute) using the accelerator, such as while overtaking, does not affect the cruise control setting. When you release the accel- erator, the car will return to the programmed speed.
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02 Instruments and controls Cruise control* Return to the set speed – Press this button to resume the previously set speed. CRUISE appears on the combined instrument panel. Disengaging – Press CRUISE to disengage the cruise control. CRUISE ON clears on the com- bined instrument panel.
02 Instruments and controls Keypad in the steering wheel* Button functions in order to enable control of the phone system with the arrow keys. To return to Audio only, press EXIT.. To return to the phone menu, press EXIT once again. With the ENTER button you can select, acti- vate and deactivate options in menus.
02 Instruments and controls Steering wheel adjustment, hazard warning flashers Steering wheel adjustment WARNING NOTE Adjust the steering wheel before driving off, Regulations regarding the use of hazard never while driving. Before driving, check warning flashers vary from country to coun- that the steering wheel is fixed in position.
02 Instruments and controls Parking brake General > The instrument panel's warning symbol Disengaging the parking brake is illuminated. 1. Press the foot brake pedal down firmly. 2. Pull the parking brake lever up slightly, NOTE press the button, lower the parking brake lever and release the button.
02 Instruments and controls Power windows Operation Driver's door obstructed by an object, the movement will stop. The power windows are operated using the controls in the doors. The key position must be WARNING I or II for the power windows to operate. The function that interrupts the movement The windows continue to work for a limited of the windows in the event of them being...
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02 Instruments and controls Power windows Passenger seat Passenger seat. The control in the front passenger door oper- ates that window only.
02 Instruments and controls Windows, rearview and door mirrors Interior rearview mirror Interior rearview mirror with compass* Calibrating the compass The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. Bright light from behind could be reflected in The upper right-hand corner of the rearview The compass is set for the geographical area the rearview mirror and dazzle the driver.
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02 Instruments and controls Windows, rearview and door mirrors 4. Press the button (1) repeatedly until the 1– number for the required magnetic zone ( ) is shown, refer to the map of magnetic zones for the compass. 5. Wait until the display returns to showing the character 6.
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02 Instruments and controls Windows, rearview and door mirrors Door mirrors Retractable power door mirrors* NOTE The mirrors can be retracted for parking/driving The door mirrors will not be extended auto- in narrow spaces. This can be carried out in key matically during unlocking if they were position I and II.
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02 Instruments and controls Windows, rearview and door mirrors Blind Spot Information System, BLIS* BLIS is an information system that under cer- tain conditions can help to draw the driver's attention to vehicles moving in the same direc- tion in the so-called "blind spot", see page 171.
02 Instruments and controls Power sunroof* Open positions Ventilation position WARNING Open: If there are children in the car: – Press the rear edge of the control (E) Switch off the supply to the power sunroof upward. by removing the remote control key if the driver leaves the car.
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02 Instruments and controls Power sunroof* closed position as long as the button is If you need to interrupt closing: Wind deflector kept depressed. – Press the lock button again. WARNING WARNING The sunroof's pinch-protection function Make sure that children or other passengers only operates during automatic closing, not are not in danger of becoming trapped in manual closing.
02 Instruments and controls Personal preferences Possible settings Display Clock, adjustment Personal preferences can be set for some of The hour and minute are each adjusted sepa- MENU the car's functions. This applies to locks, cli- rately. mate control and audio functions. For audio EXIT 1.
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02 Instruments and controls Personal preferences – Select On/Off depending on whether or not Lock confirm. light door handle button on cars with the keyless you wish the recirculation timer to be system: The hazard warning flashers can provide feed- active.
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02 Instruments and controls Personal preferences • 30 seconds • 60 seconds • 90 seconds Information • VIN number… - (Vehicle Identification Number) is the car's unique identity num- ber. • Number of keys… - The number of keys registered for the car is shown.
02 Instruments and controls 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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02 Instruments and controls 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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02 Instruments and controls 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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General information on climate control........... 88 Manual climate control, AC..............90 Electronic climate control, ECC*............. 93 Air distribution..................96 Fuel-driven engine block heater and passenger compartment heater*.. 97 Fuel-driven auxiliary heater* (diesel)............. 100 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
The car is equipped with either be replaced at regular intervals. Follow the manual (AC) or electronic climate control (ECC, Volvo Service Programme for the recom- Electronic Climate Control). mended replacement intervals. If the car is used in a severely contaminated environment,...
03 Climate control General information on climate control ECC* Side windows and sunroof To ensure that the air conditioning works sat- Actual temperature isfactorily, close all side windows and the sun- The temperature you select corresponds to the roof (if fitted). physical experience with reference to factors Acceleration such as air speed, humidity and solar radiation...
03 Climate control Manual climate control, AC Control panel Functions 2. Recirculation Recirculation can be used to 1. Fan Recirculation shut out bad air, exhaust Increase or decrease the fan fumes, etc. from the passen- Defroster speed by turning the knob. ger compartment.
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03 Climate control Manual climate control, AC Timer 4. Air distribution 6. and 7. Heated front seats* The timer function reduces the risk of icing, The airflow can be distributed misting and bad air (if recirculation is selected). to the windows, dashboard See page 80 for activating/deactivating the vents or floor by pressing the function.
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03 Climate control Manual climate control, AC on the button. Automatic switching off discon- nects the rear window and door mirrors after 12 – 20 minutes depending on outside tem- perature. During cold weather the defrosting* also con- tinues after 20 minutes in order to keep the rear window and door mirrors free of ice and mist.
03 Climate control Electronic climate control, ECC* Control panel AUTO Functions 2. Fan Turn the knob to increase or 1. AUTO decrease fan speed. If AUTO The AUTO function automat- is selected then fan speed is Recirculation/Air quality system ically regulates climate con- regulated automatically.
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03 Climate control Electronic climate control, ECC* • 3. Recirculation The air quality system consists of a multi-filter The defroster functions for the front, side and rear windows can be used to demist and a sensor. The filter separates gases and The function is selected to the windows.
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03 Climate control Electronic climate control, ECC* A symbol on the display above the climate con- 7 and 8. Heated front seats* on the button. Automatic switching off discon- trol panel and an illuminated light in the relevant nects the rear window and door mirrors after To activate front seat heating: button indicate which function has been 12 –...
03 Climate control Air distribution Air distribution Use: Air distribution Use: Air to windows. Some air to remove ice and Air to the floor and windows. to ensure comfortable flows from the air vents. The misting quickly. Some air flows from the dash- conditions and good air is not recirculated.
03 Climate control Fuel-driven engine block heater and passenger compartment heater* General information about heaters Refuelling Battery and fuel If the battery has insufficient charge or the fuel The parking heater heats the engine and pas- level is too low, the parking heater is switched senger compartment and can be started off automatically and a message appears on directly or with the timer.
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03 Climate control Fuel-driven engine block heater and passenger compartment heater* Activating the heater Symbols and display messages Display Specification When one of the timer's settings or HEATER STOP- The heater has been Direct start is activated, the infor- stopped by the car's PED LOW BAT- mation symbol in the combined electronics in order...
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03 Climate control Fuel-driven engine block heater and passenger compartment heater* With the direct start of the heater it will be acti- 7. Press RESET to activate the timer. NOTE vated for 50 minutes. After setting TIMER 1 a second start time can All timer programming will be cleared if the Heating of the passenger compartment will be programmed with...
03 Climate control Fuel-driven auxiliary heater* (diesel) Auxiliary heater (diesel) In diesel-engined cars the auxiliary heater may be required for achieving the correct tempera- ture in the engine and passenger compartment during cold weather. The heater starts automatically when extra heat is required when the engine is running.
04 Interior Front seats Seating position, manual seat Backrest rake: turn the wheel. Seating position, power seat* Control panel for power seat*. Lever (2) is not available on all seat models. WARNING Adjust the position of the driver's seat and adjust the seatbelt, see page 16, before set- ting off, never while driving.
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04 Interior Front seats • An overload protection is deployed if one of the Using a stored setting Unlock the car (by pressing the unlock but- ton on the same remote control key) and seats is blocked. If this happens, turn off the Press one of the memory buttons 1–3 until the open the driver's door.
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04 Interior Front seats Push the seat backward: NOTE No one may sit in the seat when it is pushed forward for entry into the rear seat. NOTE Lower the seat before it is pushed forward - otherwise there is a risk that the head restraint makes contact with the sun visor.
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04 Interior Front seats 3. Continue to lift of the handle, and push the seat forward to the desired position and release the handle. Power seat* Push the seat forward: Lift the handle. Hold down the front section of the button. If the seat is set in a higher position - then Fold the backrest forward to the locked it will be lowered automatically to avoid the...
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The belt on the front passenger side must be in the belt guide during driving, even when there is no passenger sitting in the seat. Inlaid mats* Volvo supplies inlay mats which are especially produced for your car. WARNING Before setting off check that the inlaid mat Lift the handle and fold back the backrest.
04 Interior Interior lighting Reading lamps and interior lighting Roof lighting Glovebox lighting The reading lamps are switched on or off by Glovebox lighting is switched on and off pressing the relevant button in the roof con- respectively when the lid is opened or closed. sole.
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04 Interior Interior lighting Automatic lighting Passenger compartment lighting comes on and remains on for 5 minutes if one of the doors Using the switch (2), see page 109, three posi- is open. tions can be selected for the lighting the pas- senger compartment: If any lighting is switched on manually and the car is locked then it will be switched off auto-...
04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage spaces...
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04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage compartment in door panel. Glovebox Coat hanger Storage pocket on front edge of front seat cushions (trim dependent). Ticket clip Coat hanger, only for light garments. Glovebox Storage compartment (e.g. for CD discs and cup holder,*) and storage compart- ment behind the centre console.
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04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage under the front armrest Cup holder in centre console In the deeper compartment there is space for 10 normal CD cases. The cases must be stored There is a storage space under the armrest. There is space for a double cup holder under vertically on the top edge for all 10 to have There is also a smaller storage space in the...
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04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage compartment behind the gear Bottle holder* Ashtray* lever A bottle holder for larger bottles is located on An ashtray is located towards the rear of the the rear of the tunnel console. tunnel console.
04 Interior Rear seat Head restraint, rear Lowering the rear seat backrest shows that the backrest is no longer locked in place. IMPORTANT 2. Fold the backrest forward. There must be no objects on the rear seat Raising the backrest when the backrest is to be folded down.
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04 Interior Rear seat long load. The armrest folds down when one of WARNING the backrests is folded down. Place the belt straps over the backrests For securing loads, see page 187. before folding them back to their secured positions. NOTE When the backrest has been raised, the red indicator (A) should no longer be showing.
04 Interior Cargo area Soft cargo cover* Hanging up the cargo cover when not in Hard cargo cover* 1. Unhook the hooks from the rear load retaining eyelets (D). 2. Press the rail together and remove it from the rear bracket (C). Place the rail at the front of the cargo area floor.
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04 Interior Cargo area The cargo cover hatch can be raised during Raising the floor hatch loading. NOTE The cargo cover has no load-securing func- tion. Never load anything on top of the cargo cover. For securing loads, see page 187. Removing the cargo cover 1.
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04 Interior Cargo area Safety net* Removing the safety net Load retaining eyelets* 1. Slacken the tension from the straps. 2. Undo the hooks from the eyes at the seat- belt floor mounting on both sides. 3. Detach the net from the mounting points in the roof panels.
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Remote control key with key blade............124 Active locks................... 127 Keyless drive*..................128 Battery in remote control key..............131 Locking and unlocking................132 Alarm*....................135 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
The car is supplied with 2 remote control keys. If you lose a remote control key, take the car and the other remote control keys to a Volvo The remote control keys contain detachable workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is metal key blades for mechanical locking/ recommended.
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05 Locks and alarm Remote control key with key blade • Unlocking – Unlocks the doors and the the driver's door can be opened manually IMPORTANT if central locking cannot be activated with tailgate. Press and hold (at least 4 seconds) The narrow section of the remote control the remote control key, see page 129.
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05 Locks and alarm Remote control key with key blade 1. Insert the key blade in the driver's door The glovebox can only be locked/unlocked keyhole. using the remote control key's detachable key blade. (For information on the key blade, see 2.
05 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* • Keyless lock and ignition system Remote control key max. 1.5 m from the the READ button has been pressed. Never leave any remote control key in the In order to open a door or the tailgate, a remote control key must be no more than approx.
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05 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* Locking Unlocking doors with the key blade NOTE On cars with the keyless drive system and automatic transmission the gear selector must be moved to the P position and the ignition dial turned to the 0 position. Other- wise the car cannot be locked or alarmed.
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05 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* Centre console, under the rear section NOTE Door handle, right-hand rear When the driver's door is unlocked using the key blade and is opened, the alarm is trig- Centre console, under the front section gered.
05 Locks and alarm Battery in remote control key Low battery in remote control key 1. Place the remote control key with the key- pad downward and prize up the cover When the battery runs down and full function- using a small screwdriver. ality cannot be guaranteed, the information symbol and display show...
05 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking Locking/unlocking the car from Automatic relocking WARNING outside If none of the doors or the tailgate is opened Be aware of the risk of being locked in the within 2 minutes of unlocking, all are locked For cars with the Keyless system, see car when it is locked from the outside using page 128.
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05 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking Global opening Automatic locking WARNING – Press the upper section of the central lock- When the speed of the car exceeds 7 km/h the Do not allow anyone to remain in the car ing button doors and tailgate are locked automatically.
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05 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking Deactivation is carried out as follows: The next time the remote control key is turned to key position II the system is reset to zero and 1. Access the menu system under the instrument panel display shows the mes- SETTINGS (for a detailed description of sage...
– the alarm has been triggered. If there is a fault in the alarm system, a message appears on the display. At which point you should contact a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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05 Locks and alarm Alarm* Automatic re-arming of the alarm Remote control key not working Alarm signals This function prevents the car being left with When the alarm is triggered, the following hap- the alarm disarmed unintentionally. pens: • If the car is unlocked with the remote control A siren sounds for 25 seconds or until the alarm is deactivated.
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05 Locks and alarm Alarm* 4. Test the movement detector by lifting out 4. Open the bonnet with the handle under the a bag from a seat for example. dashboard. > A siren should sound and all direction > A siren should sound and all direction indicators should flash.
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General....................140 Refuelling....................142 Alcolock*....................146 Starting the engine................150 Starting the engine – Flexifuel............... 152 Keyless drive*..................154 Manual gearbox..................155 Automatic gearbox................156 DRIVe Start-Stop*................. 161 Brake system..................165 DSTC – Stability and traction control system*........167 Park Assist*................... 169 BLIS*.....................
06 Starting and driving General Economical driving For more information and further advice, see brake linings wet resulting in delayed brake the pages 13 and 296. function. Driving economically means driving smoothly while thinking ahead and adjusting your driving • Clean the electric contacts of the electric WARNING style and speed to the prevailing conditions.
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(high volume) action - follow the recommendation given. model . Check with your nearest Volvo dealer • headlamps. regarding the options for your car. • If the temperature gauge for the engine's...
06 Starting and driving Refuelling Opening the fuel filler flap 3. Take out the cap. General information on fuel 4. Hang up the cap on the inside of the fuel WARNING filler flap. Always avoid inhaling fuel vapour and get- NOTE ting fuel splashes in the eyes.
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Mixing different types of fuel or the use of adjusted. These adjustments create optimal nents, and do not replace components with fuel not recommended invalidates Volvo's conditions for efficient combustion of harmful parts that are not specifically designed for use...
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IMPORTANT specified in the Service and Warranty Booklet damage that is not covered by the Volvo or if you suspect that the car has been filled warranty. The sulphur content must be a maximum of with contaminated fuel.
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06 Starting and driving Refuelling called "regeneration" is started in order to burn NOTE away the particles and empty the filter. This A smaller reduction of engine power may be requires the engine to have reached normal noticed temporarily during regeneration. operating temperature.
06 Starting and driving Alcolock* General information on the Alcolock Functions Operation The function of the Alcolock is to prevent the Battery car 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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06 Starting and driving 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 and wait 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 INVALID TEST new breath test. ALCOGUARD Blowing too short - blow for longer. BLOW LONGER ALCOGUARD Blowing too hard - blow more gently. BLOW SOFTER An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
06 Starting and driving Starting the engine Before starting the engine 2. Turn the ignition key to position III when NOTE the indicator symbol goes out. – Apply the parking brake. The idling speed can be noticeably higher than normal for certain engine types during Note that if the car is equipped with an alcolock Autostart * cold starting.
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06 Starting and driving Starting the engine I – Radio position and the car cannot be started. In which case, Remote control keys and electronic proceed as follows: immobiliser Steering lock deactivated. Certain functions can be The remote control key must not hang with 1.
III. connections must only be carried out by a 3. When the engine has started, ease the workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop accelerator pedal gradually as the engine is recommended. speed increases.
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06 Starting and driving Starting the engine – Flexifuel NOTE IMPORTANT Points to remember for carrying reserve After the fuel mixture in the tank has been fuel: changed an adaptation should be made by driving at an even speed for about 15 •...
06 Starting and driving Keyless drive* General Starting the car Starting with the remote control key – Depress the clutch pedal (cars with manual gearbox) or brake pedal (cars with auto- matic gearbox). Petrol engine – Press in and turn the ignition dial to key position III.
06 Starting and driving Manual gearbox Gear positions Gear shift indicator - GSI* GSI - Gear Shift Indicator - advises the driver of the opti- mum time to change gear. The indication is given with an arrow for up and down shift- ing respectively in the lower information display of the combined instrument panel, see page 47.
06 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox Geartronic automatic gear positions D – Drive NOTE D is the normal driving position. The car auto- The brake pedal must be depressed in order matically shifts up and down depending on the to be able to disengage the gear lever from level of acceleration and speed.
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06 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox a level suitable for the selected gear, in order When kick-down is activated the car can Automatic gear selector inhibitor to avoid jerking and stalling. change one or more gears at a time depending Cars with an automatic gearbox have special on engine speed.
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06 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox Disengaging the gear selector inhibitor Cold start Automatic gearbox Powershift* When starting in low temperatures, the gear changes can sometimes feel hard. This is due to the gearbox oil's viscosity at low tempera- tures. To reduce engine emissions, the gear- box shifts up later than normal when the engine is started at low temperatures.
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06 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox ignation on the decal number (5) under the slower) on an uphill gradient, or with a trailer For important information regarding Powershift bonnet - see page 284. The designa- hitched. The transmission cools down when transmission and towing - see page 174.
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06 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox Symbol Display Driving characteristics Action TRANSM. OVERHEAT BRAKE TO Difficulty in maintaining even speed at con- Gearbox overheated. Keep the car station- stant engine speed. HOLD ary using the foot brake TRANSM. OVERHEAT PARK SAFELY Significant pulling in the car's traction.
Adapted power steering Another DRIVe function is that the power steer- Environmental care is one of Volvo Car Corpo- ing's energy take-off is adapted according to ration's core values which guides all our activ- requirements.
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06 Starting and driving DRIVe Start-Stop* Function and operation Engine auto-start NOTE With the gear lever in neutral position: After starting with the key and each auto- • Depress the clutch pedal - the engine stop the car must first reach 5 km/h before the automatic Start/Stop function is re-acti- starts automatically.
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06 Starting and driving DRIVe Start-Stop* • Indication is made with an up or down arrow in Limitations The driver's seatbelt buckle is opened. the combined instrument panel's lower dis- • Misting forms on the windows. The engine does not auto-stop play.
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Illuminates for an action a workshop should be contacted - an about 5 seconds STOP ON authorised Volvo workshop is recommended, after Start/Stop has which also applies in the event of the need for been activated. any other form of technical assistance.
To keep the car as safe and reliable as possi- Brake circuits braking more efficiently so the foot brake is ble, follow the Volvo service intervals as speci- only required for brief periods. This symbol illuminates if a brake fied in the Service and Warranty Booklet, see circuit is not working.
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- an author- 10 km/h the brake light returns from flashing to fic-free area and in different weather condi- ised Volvo workshop is recommended. the normal constant glow - while at the same tions. time the hazard warning flashers are activated,...
06 Starting and driving DSTC – Stability and traction control system* General Reduced operation Operation 1. Turn the thumbwheel until the DSTC menu The stability and traction control system, DSTC appears. (Dynamic Stability and Traction Control) helps the driver to avoid skidding and improves the DSTC ON means that the system function car's traction.
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> If the message remains when the engine while driving means that there is a fault in is restarted, drive to a workshop. An the DSTC system. authorised Volvo workshop is recom- mended. Symbols in the combined instrument panel DSTC system Information Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Rear parking assistance is deactivated then this is automatically lowered. automatically when towing a trailer if a Volvo The tone becomes constant at a distance of genuine trailer cable is used. about 30 cm. If there are obstacles within this...
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Front parking assistance is active at speeds attention, contact a workshop - an authorised below 15 km/h. The system is deactivated at Volvo workshop is recommended. higher speeds. When the speed is below 10 km/h the system is reactivated. IMPORTANT...
06 Starting and driving BLIS* General BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) is an Blind spots information system that under certain condi- tions can help to draw the driver's attention to vehicles moving in the same direction in the so- called "blind spot". The system is designed to work most effec- tively when driving in dense traffic on multi-lane highways.
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06 Starting and driving BLIS* Activate/deactivate ton to clear the text message. For more infor- WARNING mation on messages, see page 52. BLIS does not work in sharp bends. BLIS system message BLIS does not work when the car is revers- ing.
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BLIS SERVICE must only be performed by a workshop - an REQUIRED authorised Volvo workshop is recom- mended. Here are several examples of situations where the BLIS indicator lamp may illuminate even if Low sun in the camera.
06 Starting and driving Towing and recovery Start assistance Automatic gearbox Geartronic WARNING Prior to towing: Use a donor battery if the battery is discharged • The steering lock must be unlocked and the engine does not start. Do not tow the –...
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06 Starting and driving Towing and recovery IMPORTANT Avoid towing. • However, the car can be towed for a short distance at low speed to move it from a dangerous position - not further than 10 km and not faster than 10 km/h.
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06 Starting and driving Towing and recovery Towing eye turning it outwards. Then turn out the The towing eye is screwed into a threaded Finish by refitting the cover onto the cover completely and remove it. socket behind a cover on the right-hand side bumper.
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06 Starting and driving Towing and recovery NOTE On certain cars with fitted towbar the towing eye cannot be secured in the rear mounting. In which case, secure the tow rope in the towbar. For this reason it is advisable to store the towbar's towball in the car, see page 181.
06 Starting and driving Start assistance Starting with a donor battery 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.
• Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines of If the towing bracket is fitted by an authorised more than 12%. Volvo workshop, then the car is delivered with Overheating • For safety reasons, the maximum permit- the necessary equipment for driving with a...
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06 Starting and driving Driving with a trailer Automatic gearbox hitched trailer. Always use the parking brake. Overheating • Block the wheels with chocks when park- When driving with a trailer in hilly terrain in a hot ing a car with hitched trailer on a hill. climate there may be a risk of overheating.
If the car is equipped with a detachable towbar, the installation instructions for the loose sec- tion must be followed carefully, see page 183. WARNING If the car is fitted with a Volvo detachable towbar: • Follow the installation instructions care- fully.
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06 Starting and driving Towing equipment* Specifications Dimensions for mounting points (mm) Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar* Fitting the towbar 2. Ensure that the mechanism is in the 3. Check that the indicator window (3) shows unlocked position by turning the key clock- red. If the window does not show red, 1.
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06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar* 5. Check that the indicator window shows green. 4. Insert the towbar until you hear a click. 7. Check that the towbar is secure by pulling it up, down and back. WARNING 6. Turn the key anticlockwise to locked posi- tion.
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06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar* Removing the towbar 8. Safety cable. 2. Push in the locking wheel and turn it 1. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to the anticlockwise until you hear a click. WARNING unlocked position. Be sure to attach the trailer's safety cable to the correct place.
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06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar* 3. Turn the locking wheel down fully, until it 4. Push on the protective cover. comes to a stop. Hold it in this position while pulling the towbar rearward and upward. WARNING Secure the towbar safely if it is stored in the car, see page 181.
For more detailed infor- for your car by Volvo. surface of the tailgate. mation on weights, see page 287. Carefully follow the mounting instructions sup- •...
On cars with Xenon headlamps, the dazzling oncoming motorists. replacement of Xenon lamps must be car- ried out at a workshop - an authorised Volvo The correct pattern will also better illuminate workshop is recommended. Working with the verge.
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General....................192 Tyre pressure..................196 Warning triangle* and spare wheel * ............ 197 Changing wheels................... 199 Emergency puncture repair*..............201 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
07 Wheels and tyres General Driving characteristics and tyres Speed ratings New tyres The tyres greatly affect the car's driving cha- The car is approved as a whole, which means racteristics. The type of tyre, dimensions, tyre that dimensions and speed ratings must not pressure and speed rating are important for differ from those specified on the vehicle reg- how the car performs.
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A suitable dis- cially the studs, a longer service life. tance for the first change is approx. 5000 km and then at 10 000 km intervals. Volvo recom- NOTE mends that you contact an authorised Volvo Tread wear indicators.
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Only use wheel rims that are tested and 1. Tighten the wheel nuts. covers, the locking wheel nut should be moun- approved by Volvo and which are included in ted on the bolt nearest the air valve. Otherwise the Volvo genuine accessories range.
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The spare wheel is Volvo recommends that you contact an author- smaller than the normal wheel. The car's ised Volvo workshop for checking if you are ground clearance is affected accordingly. Pay uncertain about tread depth.
07 Wheels and tyres Tyre pressure Recommended tyre pressure DRIVe* NOTE An important detail in connection with environ- Tyre pressure decreases over time, this is a mentally-conscious driving is to use the right natural phenomenon. Tyre pressure also type of tyres and to drive with the correct air varies depending on ambient temperature.
Spare wheel* and jack * NOTE triangle*. Place the warning triangle in a suita- Volvo recommends only using the jack* that The car's original jack* ble place with regard to the traffic. belongs to the car model in question, which The original jack* must only be used for chang- 1.
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07 Wheels and tyres Warning triangle* and spare wheel * Putting the spare wheel* and jack* into First aid* the cargo area A case with first aid equipment is located in the Wheel wrench*. cargo area. Jack* and handle, secured with a tension- ing strap.
07 Wheels and tyres Changing wheels Removing wheels NOTE Volvo recommends only using the jack* that belongs to the car model in question, which is indicated on the jack's label. The label also indicates the jack's maximum lift capacity at a specified minimum lifting height.
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07 Wheels and tyres Changing wheels IMPORTANT WARNING The ground must be firm, smooth and level. Never crawl under the car when it is raised on the jack. Passengers must leave the car when it is 7. Lift the car so that the wheel is free. raised on the jack.
Volvo recommends that you visit an authorised Volvo workshop for inspection of the sealed tyre (maximum driving distance The emergency puncture repair kit has limited is 200 km).
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07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair* Fitting the emergency puncture repair kit Overview Sealing punctured tyres For information on the function of the parts, see Decal, maximum permitted speed 1. Insert the emergency puncture repair kit. preceding illustration. 2. Align the holder in the inner and lower Switch 1.
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07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair* 3. Check that the switch is in position 0 and 10. Switch off the compressor to check the NOTE locate the cable and the air hose. pressure on the pressure gauge. Minimum If the compressor is connected to one of the pressure is 1.8 bar and maximum is two 12 V sockets, in the tunnel console, no 3.5 bar.
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Inhaling car exhaust fumes could result in danger to life. Never leave the engine run- 7. Volvo recommends that you drive to the ning in sealed areas or areas that lack suf- nearest authorised Volvo workshop for the ficient ventilation.
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07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair* Changing the sealing fluid canister Replace the bottle before the expiration date has passed. Treat the old bottle as environ- mentally hazardous waste. WARNING The bottle contains 1.2-Ethanol and natural rubber-latex. Harmful if ingested. Could result in allergic reaction in the event of skin contact.
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Cleaning....................208 Touching up paintwork................. 212 Rustproofing..................214...
An authorised Dirty headlamps have impaired functional- Wash away bird droppings from the paintwork ity. Clean them regularly, when refuelling for Volvo workshop is recommended for the as soon as possible. Bird droppings contain example. removal of any discoloration.
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Only paint treatment recommended by When using a pressure washer: Make sure rubber. Volvo should be used. Other treatment such that the nozzle of the pressure washer is not as preserving, sealing, protection, lustre When using degreasant on plastic and rub- closer than 30 cm to the bodywork.
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(or more if A special fabric cleaning agent, available from cream on the felted cloth and massage in necessary). The Volvo Leather Care kit is avail- authorised Volvo dealers, is recommended to a thin layer of cream with gentle circular able from your Volvo dealer.
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Use water and a synthetic detergent. A special • textile cleaning agent is available from your Remove dirt and dust with a soft pre-mois- Volvo dealer. Make sure the seatbelt is dry tened sponge and neutral soap. before allowing it to retract. •...
08 Car care Touching up paintwork Paintwork Stone chips and scratches Repairing minor paint damage such as stone chips and scratches Paint is an important part of the car's rust- 1. Apply a piece of masking tape over the proofing and should therefore be checked reg- damaged surface.
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08 Car care Touching up paintwork NOTE If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the meal and an undamaged layer of paint remains in place, fill in with base coat and clear coat as soon as the surface has been cleaned.
The car's rustproofing does not normally require treatment for approximately 12 years. After this period, it should be treated at three- year intervals. If the car needs further treat- ment, Volvo recommends that you engage an authorised Volvo workshop for assistance.
It was checked again in accord- ance with Volvo Car Corporation regulations before it was handed over to you. To keep your Volvo as safe and reliable as pos- sible, follow the Volvo service programme specified in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
The ignition system has very high voltage filled. Fill washer fluid with antifreeze at and output. The voltage in the ignition sys- Volvo recommends only using the jack that temperatures around freezing point. tem is highly dangerous. The ignition must belongs to the car model in question.
09 Maintenance and service Bonnet and engine compartment Opening the bonnet The illustration shows a left-hand drive car. 1. Pull the handle on the far left under the Dipstick for engine oil WARNING instrument panel. (In right-hand drive cars Radiator Check that the bonnet locks properly when the handle is on the far right.) You will hear closed.
Fault tracing and repair The air conditioning system contains a fluores- cent tracing agent. Use ultraviolet light during leakage detection. 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- ised workshop.
The choice of oil permitted. If the car is driven in adverse con- has been made very carefully with regard to ditions, Volvo recommends using an oil of a service life, starting characteristics, fuel higher grade, see page 290.
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5 minutes to allow the oil time to run back important before the first scheduled oil change. to the sump. Volvo recommends checking the oil level every 2. Pull up and wipe the dipstick. 2 500 km. The most accurate measurements are made on a cold engine before starting.
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09 Maintenance and service Oils and fluids For engines with electronic oil level IMPORTANT sensor Oil level low, In the event of the message Fill oil , only fill with 0.5 litres. NOTE The oil level is only detected by the system during driving.
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09 Maintenance and service Oils and fluids Measuring the oil level Washer fluid, topping up NOTE If the oil level needs to be checked then it Mix concentrated washer fluid with water should be carried out in accordance with the before filling.
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In the event of any doubt requires topping up when the engine is at about water quality, used ready-mixed operating temperature, unscrew the expan- coolant in accordance with Volvo rec- sion tank cap slowly to gently release the ommendations. overpressure.
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09 Maintenance and service Oils and fluids WARNING If the brake fluid is under the MIN level in the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive further before topping up the brake fluid. The reason for the loss of brake fluid must be investigated.
09 Maintenance and service Wiper blades Wiper blades Replacing the wiper blades, windscreen Lift up the wiper arm. Press the button located on the wiper blade mounting and pull straight out (1), parallel with the wiper arm. Slide in (2) the new wiper blade until a "click"...
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09 Maintenance and service Wiper blades > Check that it is firmly installed and fold back the wiper arm.
09 Maintenance and service Battery Operation Symbols on the battery NOTE The service life and function of the battery is Use protective goggles. The life of the battery is shortened if it influenced by factors such as the number of becomes discharged repeatedly.
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09 Maintenance and service Battery Changing the battery 2. Tighten the clamp that holds the battery. Avoid sparks and naked flames. 3. Connect the ventilation hose. Removal > Check that it is correctly connected to 1. Remove the remote control key from the both battery and outlet in the body.
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A workshop should be contacted in fallen below the lowest permissible level the event of questions or problems - an author- then the Start/Stop function is disen- ised Volvo workshop is recommended. gaged. Temporarily reduced Start/Stop function due to high current take-off means: Auto-start can only take place if the gear lever is in neutral position.
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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.
On cars with Xenon headlamps, the replacement of Xenon lamps must be car- Removing the lamp housing ried out at a workshop - an authorised Volvo 5. Lift out the lamp housing and place it on a 1. Remove the remote control key and turn workshop is recommended.
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09 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs on or the remote control key inserted into the Main beam ignition switch. Dipped beam Fitting a new bulb 1. Remove the entire lamp housing. 1. Fit the new bulb. It can only fit in one posi- tion.
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09 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Position/parking lamps Direction indicators Side marker lamps 1. Twist the bulb holder anticlockwise and 1. Twist the bulb holder anticlockwise and 1. Twist the bulb holder anticlockwise and withdraw it. Replace the bulb. remove it. withdraw it.
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(A or B). NOTE If an error message remains after the broken bulb has been replaced then we recom- mend that you visit an authorised Volvo 1. Switch off all lights and turn the remote workshop. control key to position 0.
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09 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Location of bulbs in the rear bulb Cargo area NOTE holder The rear fog lamp only illuminates in the left rear light cluster on a left-hand drive car and in the right on a right-hand drive. Number plate lighting 1.
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09 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Passenger compartment lighting in Vanity mirror lighting* cargo area Removal of lamp lens Cargo area lighting also includes a further lamp 1. Insert a screwdriver under the lamp lens on the left-hand side of the cargo area. and gently prize up the lock lugs on the 1.
Each fuse box has space for several spare fuses. If the same fuse fails repeatedly then there is a fault in the component. In which case, Volvo recommends that you visit an authorised Volvo workshop for this to be checked.
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• Fuses 19-36 are of the "Mini Fuse" type. and fitting of fuses. • Fuses 7-18 are of the "JCASE" type and should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Cooling fan 50 A ABS valves 20 A Infotainment system 30 A Power steering 80 A Engine functions 30 A Windscreen wipers 30 A Supply to passenger compart- Ventilation fan 40 A Supply to passenger compart- ment fuse box 60 A ment fuse box...
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Engine control module (5-cyl. Injectors (5-cyl. petrol), Turbo Relay coil, relay, climate con- petrol), Transmission control control valve (5-cyl. diesel), Oil trol system, PTC element, oil module (5-cyl.) 10 A level sensor (5-cyl. diesel) trap (5-cyl. petrol), Mass air flow sensor (5-cyl.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses DRIVe Start/Stop* For more information on DRIVe Start/Stop - see page 161. Location of fuses for the Start/Stop function. Component 11M/1 Engine compartment, electrical distribution unit 11M/2 Sensor, battery monitor- Central electronic mod- ule (CEM) (Reference voltage standby bat- tery), diesel engine Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Relay/Fuse box in the passenger compartment The fuse box has 50 fuse positions. The fuses completely. The fuse box can be fully are located under the glovebox. The box also unhooked. provides space for several spare fuses. Tools 4.
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Telematics*, Audio system, SRS system 10 A Remote control receiver, RTI*, Bluetooth* 15 A Siren* 10 A Reserve – SRS system, Engine control Data link connector (DLC), PTC element, air preheater*, module (5-cyl, D4162T) 10 A brake light switch 15 A Relay coil, relay, heated fuel...
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09 Maintenance and service Fuses Reserve – Reserve – Reserve – Reversing lamp, Dimming, interior rearview mirror (signal) Audio, Infotainment Reserve Audio, Infotainment, Climate control system 10 A Reserve – Reserve – Supply to front right door 25 A Cruise control Supply to front left door 25 A Climate control system, Rain...
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General....................250 Audio functions..................252 Radio functions..................257 CD functions..................262 Menu structure – audio system............. 265 Phone functions*................... 266 Menu structure – phone*............... 273 Bluetooth handsfree*................276 Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
10 Infotainment system General • Infotainment system system can be easily operated using the con- EXIT (6) leads back one step in the menu structure. A long press on EXIT will exit the trol panel or the steering wheel keypad*, see menu system.
10 Infotainment system General Dolby Surround Pro Logic II Dolby Surround Pro Logic II distributes the two stereo audio channels to left, centre, right and rear speakers. This provides a more real- istic sound quality than that provided by stand- ard two-channel stereo.
10 Infotainment system Audio functions Audio controls ume adjusts automatically depending on vehi- External audio sources cle speed, see page 255. AUX, USB* Audio source selection General Repeatedly pressing AM/FM switches between FM1, FM2 and AM. Repeatedly pressing MODE changes between CD, USB, AUX and BT.
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10 Infotainment system Audio functions Use the MODE button to select the external iPod NOTE audio source you wish to use. An iPod is charged and supplied with power The system supports the playback of music by the USB connection via the player's con- 1.
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Bluetooth function in the car's audio sys- free* and a mobile phone is connected then the the following options. Adjust by turning tem. Volvo recommends that you contact an audio system can wirelessly play back stream- TUNING. authorised Volvo dealer or visit ing audio files from the mobile phone.
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10 Infotainment system Audio functions Surround Equalizer front/rear Automatic volume control Surround settings govern the spatial The equalizer can be used to adjust different The auto volume control function allows the perception of the sound. Settings frequency bands separately. audio volume to increase as the speed of the and activating/deactivating are sep- car increases.
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10 Infotainment system Audio functions There is a also a dynamic calibration that takes into account the position of the volume control, radio reception and vehicle speed. The controls explained in these operating instructions, e.g. bass, treble and equalizer* are only intended for the user to be able to adapt the sound reproduction according to personal taste.
10 Infotainment system Radio functions Radio controls Tuning Storing stations Ten station presets can be stored per wave- Automatic tuning length. FM has two memories for presets: 1. Select wavelength using AM/FM (1). . Preset stations are selected 2. Give a brief press on using the preset buttons (2) or the steering wheel keypad.
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10 Infotainment system Radio functions Selecting an auto-stored preset Scanning RDS functions Allowing the radio to remain in Auto mode pro- SCAN (4) automatically searches through a Radio Data System - RDS links FM transmitters vides access to the autostored presets. wavelength for strong stations.
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10 Infotainment system Radio functions gramme types ( ) interrupt one another in TP from current station/all stations News order of priority, where alarm has the highest The radio can interrupt with traffic information This function allows news broad- priority and programme types has the lowest. from only the set (current) station or from all casts within a set station's stations.
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10 Infotainment system Radio functions Programme types – PTY If the radio finds any of the selected pro- Automatic frequency update – AF >| To seek gramme types, appears on the dis- The PTY function can be used to The AF function selects one of the strongest select different programme types, play.
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10 Infotainment system Radio functions Enhanced Other Networks – EON Resetting RDS functions The EON function is especially useful in urban Resets all radio settings to the original factory areas with many regional radio stations. It settings. allows the distance between the car and the 1.
10 Infotainment system CD functions CD function controls automatically. Otherwise, load a disc and Pause change to CD mode by pressing MODE. If the volume is turned down completely, the CD player is stopped. The player is restarted Start playback (CD changer*) when volume is increased.
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10 Infotainment system CD functions cally when all files in the current folder have Activating/deactivating, random (CD NOTE been played back. changer) It is only possible to scroll between random If a normal music CDis being played: Press left/right on the navigation button if the CD tracks on the current disc.
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10 Infotainment system CD functions Using low quality CD discs could result in poor or non-existent sound. IMPORTANT Only use standard discs (12 cm in diameter). Do not use CD discs with adhesive disc labels. The heat in the CD player may cause the label to come off, damaging the CD player.
10 Infotainment system Menu structure – audio system Overview News AUX MENU FM MENU AUX input volume… News Disc text News Audio settings… PTY… CD MENU Audio settings… Radio text For CD changer* with CD disc USB MENU * selected. Advanced radio settings…...
10 Infotainment system Phone functions* Phone system components. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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SIM card. • Volvo recommends that an authorised delayed 5 seconds before they are diverted. If Volvo workshop carries out phone system the current traffic situation still requires a high NOTE servicing. level of attention from the driver then the The built-in phone cannot read 3G type SIM incoming call is diverted to the voice mail.
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10 Infotainment system Phone functions* Extra SIM card Phone controls Steering wheel keypad Many network operators offer two SIM cards for the same phone number. The extra SIM card can be used in the car. Inserting the SIM card 1. Switch off the phone and open the glove- box.
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10 Infotainment system Phone functions* On/Off Activating from standby mode 2. Scroll to Hold Resume and press – ENTER. Press PHONE. A handset appears in the display when the phone system is active or in standby mode Dialling a third party (standby).
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If the phone book contains a live caller's con- see menu 6.4.3, on page 273. This function tact information then this is shown in the dis- only applies to the Volvo integrated phone sys- play. Contact information can be stored on the tem.
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10 Infotainment system Phone functions* 6. Scroll to SIM card Phone memory 4. Enter the first few letters of the item and 6. Enter the first few letters of the item and press ENTER, or simply press ENTER. press ENTER, or simply press ENTER. press ENTER.
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10 Infotainment system Phone functions* SMS - Short Message Service IMEI number NOTE To block the phone, you must provide your Press ENTER to dial. Reading SMS network operator with the phone's IMEI num- 1. Press MENU. ber. This is a 15 digit serial number that is pro- NOTE 2.
10 Infotainment system Menu structure – phone* Phone menu 2.4. Speed dial… 4.6.2. When busy Call register… 2.4.1. Active 4.6.3. Not answered 1.1. Last 10 missed calls 2.4.2. Select numbers 4.6.4. Not reachable 1.2. Last 10 received calls 2.5. Erase SIM 4.6.5.
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10 Infotainment system Menu structure – phone* 6.2.3. Automatic 1.4.1. All calls 2.4. Speed dial A number stored in the phone book can be 6.3. Edit PIN code 1.4.2. Missed calls stored as a speed dial number. 6.4. Sounds and volume… 1.4.3.
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10 Infotainment system Menu structure – phone* operator for information on message settings. 4.6.2 When busy 6.1.2. Manual select Normally, these settings should not be altered. 4.6.3. Not answered 6.2. SIM security 3.3.1. SMSC number Select if the PIN code should be on, off or if the 4.6.4.
Volvo recommends that you seek assis- Connect mobile phone tance from an authorised Volvo dealer or A mobile phone is connected in different ways visit www.volvocars.com for information on depending on whether or not it has been con- compatible phones.
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The call is interrupted with EXIT. the mobile phone's manual. Auto answer Disconnecting the mobile phone 3. Select My Volvo Car in the list of units The automatic answer function means that Automatic disconnection takes place if the detected in your mobile phone.
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10 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* Ring volume More on registering and connecting NOTE Go to Phone Menu… Phone settings… A maximum of 3 mobile phones can be regis- With certain mobile phones the connection tered. Registration is performed once per Sounds and volume…...
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List is empty compatible with the voice recognition func- tion. Volvo recommends that you contact an shown when copying is finished. tion is made under Phone Menu… authorised Volvo dealer or visit Bluetooth…...
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10 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* twice for the second etc. Continue pressing for Bluetooth… Menu structure - Bluetooth more characters, see the table on page 270. handsfree with built-in phone 3.1. Change phone Call register… A short press on EXIT deletes an input char- 3.1.1.
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10 Infotainment system Bluetooth handsfree* Phone settings… 6.1. Sounds and volume… 6.1.1. Ring volume 6.1.2. Ring signals… 6.1.3. Mute radio 6.2. Synchronise phone book Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Type designation................... 284 Dimensions and weights............... 286 Engine specifications................289 Engine oil....................290 Fluids and lubricants................292 Fuel....................... 295 Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pressure ......... 298 Electrical system................... 300 Type approval..................302 Symbols in the display................303...
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NOTE identification and engine numbers can facili- The labels shown in the owner's manual are tate all contact with a Volvo dealer regarding not provided as exact reproductions of the car and when ordering spare parts and those in the car. The purpose is to show accessories.
11 Specifications Dimensions and weights Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Dimensions Wheelbase 2640 Front track Width including door 2039 1548 mirrors 1535 Length 4266 Width including folded- 1871 Rear track 1544 Load length, floor, 1486 in door mirrors folded seat 1531 with 15" wheel Load length, floor with 16"...
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11 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) influences the payload and is not included in the kerb weight.
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11 Specifications Dimensions and weights Towing capacity and towball load Engine Maximum weight, braked trailer (kg) Maximum towball load (kg) DRIVe 1300 1300 2.0F 1350 1350 others 1500 Engine Maximum weight, unbraked trailer (kg) Maximum towball load (kg) 2.0, D2 and DRIVe others...
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.
Do not mix with any other transmission fluid. If the transmission is topped up with a dif- ferent fluid, contact a workshop nearby for servicing. Volvo recommends that you con- tact an authorised Volvo workshop. Gearbox oil Manual gearbox...
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DOT 4+ Power steer- Power steering 0.8 – 0.9 WSS M2C204-A2 or equivalent product with same specifications. ing fluid Washer fluid 4-cyl. Petrol/Diesel Washer fluid recommended by Volvo - with frost protection during cold weather and below freezing point. 5-cyl. Petrol/Diesel...
Diesel: D2 and approx. 52 Diesel: see page 144 DRIVe Diesel: D3 and D4 approx. 60 Water quality must fulfil the standard STD 1285.1. Refrigerant quantity varies depending on engine variant. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop for the correct information.
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11 Specifications Fuel DRIVe for certain markets. With Start/Stop. Without Start/Stop. Explanation There are several reasons for increased fuel Fuel consumption and emissions of consumption compared with the table's val- carbon dioxide gram/km ues. Examples of this are: Fuel consumption and emission values in the table above are based on specific EU cycles •...
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11 Specifications Fuel Even a combination of the above-mentioned examples can result in significantly improved consumption. For further information, please refer to the regulations referred to. Large deviations in fuel consumption may arise in a comparison with the EU driving cycles which are used in the certification of the car and on which the consumption figures in the table are based.
11 Specifications Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pressure Approved tyre pressures Engine Tyre size Speed (km/h) Load, 1 - 3 persons Max. load Rear (kPa) Front (kPa) Rear (kPa) Front (kPa) ECO pressure 0–160 195/65 R15 160+ 0–160 205/55 R16 DRIVe 160+ 0–160...
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11 Specifications Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pressure Engine Tyre size Speed (km/h) Load, 1 - 3 persons Max. load Rear (kPa) Front (kPa) Rear (kPa) Front (kPa) ECO pressure 0–160 205/55 R16 160+ 205/50 R17 0–160 215/45 R18 160+ Temporary Spare Tyre 0–80 In certain countries there is the "bar"...
11 Specifications Electrical system General The battery capacity is dependent upon the capacity as the original battery (see the label equipment level in the vehicle. If the starter on the battery). The car has a voltage-regulated AC alternator. battery is replaced, therefore, you must ensure The electrical system is single-pole and uses that you switch to a battery with the same the chassis and engine casing as a conductor.
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11 Specifications Electrical system Lighting Output (W) Type Side marker lamps, front WY5W LL Fog lamps Side direction indicators, door mirrors WY5W LL Front courtesy lighting T10 Socket W2.1x9.5d Glovebox lighting T10 Socket W2.1x9.5d Vanity mirror lighting* T5 Socket W2x4.6d Cargo area lighting Socket SV8.5 Length 38 mm Number plate lighting...
11 Specifications Type approval Remote control key system Keyless locking system (Keyless drive) Country Lock system standard Country Korea Korea Hong Kong Singapore, China Singapore, China...
11 Specifications Symbols in the display General Symbols in the display Symbol Meaning Page There are a variety of different symbols in the Indicator and warning symbols in the Stability sys- 49, 167, 168 display in the car. The symbols are divided into combined instrument panel tem, DSTC* warning, indicator and information symbols.
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11 Specifications Symbols in the display Information symbols in the centre Symbol Meaning Page Symbol Meaning Page console display Low oil pres- 48, 50 Left direction Symbol Meaning Page sure indicators Surround sound (only Premium Sound) Seatbelt 16, 50 Right direc- reminder tion indicators News...
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11 Specifications Symbols in the display Information symbols in the roof console display Symbol Meaning Page Seatbelt reminder Airbag, passenger 22, 23 seat, activated Airbag, passenger seat, deactivated...
12 Alphabetical Index Air distribution..........96 Auto ECC............94 climate control settings......93 Air distribution, A/C........91 AUTO electronic climate control..... 95 storing stations........257 Air quality system, ECC......94 manual climate control....90, 91 Auto climate..........93 Air vents............. 88 ABS fault..........
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12 Alphabetical Index maintenance....... 219, 230 emergency brake lights...... 166 Car upholstery......... 209 overload..........141 handbrake..........71 Car wash..........208 specifications........300 Brake system........... 165 Catalytic converter........143 start assistance........178 Bulb holder recovery..........174 symbols on the battery....... 230 removal..........
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12 Alphabetical Index Cleaning Coolant............ 225 Door mirrors..........76 car wash..........208 checking and topping up....225 Driver's door control panel....46, 72 rims............. 208 Cooling system........140 Driving seatbelts..........211 Crash, see Collision........30 cooling system........140 upholstery........... 209 economical.........
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12 Alphabetical Index Electrical socket Environmental labelling, FSC, owner's Fluids and oils general......222 centre console........54 manual............13 Fog lamps rear seat..........54 EON - Enhanced Other Networks.... 261 rear............57 Electrical system........300 Equalizer..........255 Fog lamps, on/off........57 Emergency calls........
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12 Alphabetical Index Key positions........... 150 Lighting, bulb replacement...... 234 Lubricants..........292 bulb holder, rear......... 238 Kick-down Lubricants, capacities......292 cargo area........... 238 automatic gearbox......157 dipped beam........235 direction indicators......236 fog lamp..........237 front............ 234 Main/dipped beam, see Lightning..... 56 main beam..........
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12 Alphabetical Index phone, menu options......274 Passenger compartment heater phone, overview......... 273 fuel-driven..........97 Oil, see also Engine oil..... 222, 290 Messages in BLIS........172 Personal preferences......... 80 Oil level low..........222 approach light, duration....... 81 Messages in the information display..52 auto blower adjust........
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12 Alphabetical Index standby, standby mode...... 269 news........... 259 Refrigerant..........221 traffic safety........268 programme types....... 258 Refuelling radio settings........257 Phone book fuel cap..........142 radio stations........257 handling numbers....... 270 fuel filler flap, electrical opening..142 REG............ 260 refuelling..........
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12 Alphabetical Index SMS............272 Stone chips and scratches...... 212 read............. 272 Storage compartment......112 Safety write............ 272 CD discs..........114 safety systems, table......29 Soot filter........... 52, 145 Storage spaces in the passenger compart- Safety net..........120 Soot filter full..........145 ment............
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12 Alphabetical Index removing..........185 specifications........182 Tailgate Unlocking......... 129, 132 Towing eye..........176 driving with open tailgate....141 settings..........81 TP – Traffic information......259 locking/unlocking......124, 132 Upper mounting points, child seat.... 39 Traffic information........259 Tank volume..........292 USB, connection........
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