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W E B E D I T I O N O W N E R ' S M A N U A L...
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Volvo, an automobile designed drive. with your safety and comfort in mind. We encour- Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable fed- age you to familiarize yourself with the equipment eral safety and emission standards. If you have...
Volvo and the environment....... 21 Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags..39 Important warnings........22 Inflatable Curtain (IC)........ 41 Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance..23 Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)..42 Technician certification......24 Rollover Protection System (ROPS)..44 Crash mode – general information.... 44 Crash mode –...
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Wireless Control System* – My Car – introduction....... 76 programming........... 110 Rear fog lights........... 94 Information displays – ambient tempera- Volvo Sensus.......... 112 ture sensor..........77 Hazard warning flashers......94 Information display – menu controls..113 Information displays – trip odometer and Turn signals..........
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Contents 04 Climate 05 Loading and storage 06 Locks and alarm Climate – general information....124 Storage spaces........137 Remote key and key blade..... 148 Climate – sensors........124 Tunnel console........138 Remote key – loss........148 Air quality..........125 Tunnel console –...
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Contents 07 Driver support Locking/unlocking – tailgate....163 Active chassis* (Four C)......171 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – Queue Assist............188 Power tailgate – automatic opening/clos- Stability system – introduction....171 ing............164 Radar sensor........... 190 Stability system – operation....172 Power tailgate –...
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Contents 08 Starting and driving Collision warning* – limitations....212 Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – intro- Starting the engine........244 duction............ 233 The camera’s limitations......214 Switching off the engine......246 Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – func- Collision warning – troubleshooting..215 Engine Remote Start (ERS)* –...
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Contents 09 Wheels and tires Brakes – general........263 Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)....280 Tires – general information...... 285 Brakes – symbols ........264 Towing the vehicle........281 Tires – storage and age......286 Anti-lock braking system (ABS)....265 Towing eyelet.......... 282 Tires –...
01 Introduction • On-board owner's manual Quick Guide : A selection of articles cov- Searching for information ering commonly used functions. The owner's manual can be displayed on the center console screen and you can carry out Select the symbol in the lower right-hand cor- searches for the information that you require.
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01 Introduction Press EXIT briefly to erase a single character. Quick Guide 3. To switch from letter entry mode to the Press and hold EXIT to erase all characters. entry mode for numbers or special char- This is a selection of articles that will help you acters, or to go view surf history, turn become familiar with some of the vehicle's Pressing a number key on the center console...
Turn TUNE to navigate among the links or vehicle's features and functions. The printed Volvo Cars of North America, LLC scroll in an article. When you have scrolled to owner's manual supplements the on-board...
01 Introduction About this manual Select the symbol in the lower right-hand cor- NOTE ner for additional information about the on- Reading your owner's manual is a good way The owner's manual mobile app can be board owner's manual. to familiarize yourself with the features and downloaded at www.volvocars.com.
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01 Introduction Risk of injury Risk of damage to the vehicle Information G031590 Black ISO symbols on a yellow warning back- White ISO symbols and white text/image on a White ISO symbols and white text/image on a ground, white text/image on a black back- black or blue warning background and space black background.
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• Coolant manual. • Volvo reserves the right to make model • Engine oil changes at any time, or to change If there is a series of illustrations associ- specifications or design without notice...
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6 mph (10 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate • Volvo reserves the right to make model or other reproductive harm. In addition, several times and a sound may be audible changes at any time, or to change speci- certain fluids contained in vehicles and from the ABS control module.
Volvo Structural Parts Statement Volvo will not contribute to spreading the Volvo Cars of Canada above-mentioned information to third parties Volvo has always been and continues to be a National Customer Service without the consent of the vehicle’s owner. leader in automotive safety.
VOC app and create a • About this manual (p. 14) Volvo ID on the start page. • Contacting Volvo (p. 13) These services vary and may be subject to change. Consult your Volvo retailer. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Volvo and the environment FreeTypeProject (www.freetype.org). All rights reserved. The systems in your Volvo contain certain Volvo is committed to the well being of its free/open source and other software. customers. As a natural part of this commit- This product includes software under...
Follow the recommended maintenance ® this publication comes from FSC certified schedule in your Warranty and Service Volvo is, or can be, equipped with many fea- forests and other responsible sources. Records Information booklet. ture-rich entertainment and communication systems. These include hands-free cellular •...
Accessories that have not been approved while driving. Some jurisdictions prohibit by Volvo may or may not be specifically Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON cellular telephone use by a driver while tested for compatibility with your vehicle.
01 Introduction Technician certification In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo supports certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.). Certified technicians have demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific areas. Besides passing exams, each technician must also have worked in the field for two or more years before a certificate is issued.
Our concern for safety dates back to 1927 • Take a driver-retraining course. On our website, select the tab YOUR VOLVO when the first Volvo rolled off the production • Have your eyes checked regularly. and the heading RECALL INFORMATION will line.
02 Safety Reporting safety defects (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or write to: port Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. NHTSA, U.S. Department of Trans- The following information will help you report any perceived safety-related defects in your portation, Washington D.C. 20590.
Check seat belt mechanism the shoulder belt portion of the three- Volvo also believes no child should sit in the function as follows: attach the seat belt and point belt system will have a detrimen- front seat of a vehicle.
02 Safety Seat belts – buckling/unbuckling Related information NOTE • Seat belt reminder (p. 30) Seat belts should be used by all occupants in Each seat belt (except for the driver's belt) • the vehicle when it is in motion. Seat belts –...
02 Safety Seat belt reminder Seat belts – pregnancy Rear seats The seat belt reminder in the rear seat has The seat belt reminder is intended to alert all The seat belt should always be worn during two additional functions: occupants of the vehicle that their seat belts pregnancy.
(p. 36), and inflatable cur- As an enhancement to the three-point seat tains (p. 41). All of these systems are moni- belts (p. 28), your Volvo is equipped with a Related information tored by the SRS control module. An SRS Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
Never try to repair any component or result in serious injury. Have the vehicle part of the SRS yourself. Any interfer- towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for repairs. ence in the system could cause mal- function and serious injury. All work on...
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02 Safety lisions, impacts, or decelerations, The passenger's side front airbag is folded depending on the crash severity, angle, behind a panel located above the glove com- speed and object impacted. The airbags partment. may also deploy in certain non-frontal collisions where rapid deceleration WARNING occurs.
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The fact that they hang out can impair www.volvocars.com/ca fire. the steering of your vehicle. Other • Volvo's front airbags use special sen- safety systems can also be damaged. sors that are integrated with the front • The smoke and dust formed when the seat buckles.
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Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not on side dashboard. This should only be the dash, seat or out of the window. Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visors done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occu- pants.
SRS system and Occupant of the seat for a period of time, Weight Sensor should be inspected by a Disabling the passenger's side front trained and qualified Volvo service techni- • airbag a child or a small person occupies the cian as soon as possible.
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This condition reflects limitations of the OWS Volvo recommends that children always be properly restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats. classification capability. It does not indicate Do not assume that the passenger's side front airbag is OWS malfunction.
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In Canada weight could cause the OWS system pant of the front passenger's seat: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. to enable the airbag, which might • The full weight of the front seat pas-...
02 Safety Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags WARNING As an enhancement to the structural side • Do not place any type of object on the impact protection built into your vehicle, it is front passenger's seat in such a way also equipped with Side Impact Protection that jamming, pressing, or squeezing System (SIPS) airbags.
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Never try to open or repair any compo- nents of the SIPS airbag system. This should be done only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both front seat...
Never try to open or repair any compo- to the vehicle occupants in an accident. nents of the IC system. This should be done only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Related information • • Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Never hang heavy items from the ceil- (p.
02 Safety Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) rearward. This movement helps absorb some of the forces that could result in whiplash. The WHIPS system consists of specially designed hinges and brackets on the front WARNING seat backrests designed to help absorb some of the energy generated in a collision from the •...
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This could rests must be inspected by a trained interfere with the action of the WHIPS and qualified Volvo service technician, system. even if the seats appear to be undam- aged. Certain components in the WHIPS system may need to be replaced.
If the vehicle has been involved in a collision, Safety mode See manual the text Volvo's Roll-Over Protection System (ROPS) After a collision, the functionality of some of appear in the information display. utilizes the Roll Stability Control (RSC) func-...
If a mes- ing status should only be done by a WARNING sage is displayed that the ignition is on, trained and qualified Volvo service press the start button. Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable technician.
General information child on a cushion so that the seat belt is All states and provinces have legislation gov- Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint properly located on the hips (see Booster erning how and where children should be car- cushions (p.
Volvo's recommendations There are three main types of child restraint Related information systems: infant seats (p. 49), convertible Why does Volvo believe that no child should • Infant seats (p. 49) seats (p. 51), and booster cush- sit in the front seat of a car? It's quite simple ions (p.
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• A small child's head represents a con- siderable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo recom- mends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In Convertible seat Booster cushion...
02 Safety Infant seats When attaching the seat belt to a child Child restraint recall information is readily available in both the U.S. and Canada. For seat: Suitable child restraints should always be recall information in the U.S., call the U.S. 1.
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02 Safety WARNING A child seat should never be used in the front passenger seat of any vehicle with a front passenger airbag – not even if the "Passenger airbag off" symbol near the rear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehicles equipped with Occupant Weight Sensor).
02 Safety Convertible seats NOTE WARNING Suitable child restraints should always be The locking retractor will automatically It should not be possible to move the child used when children (depending on their age/ release when the seat belt is unbuckled restraint (child seat) more than 1 in.
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• A small child's head represents a con- siderable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo recom- mends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recommends that chil- dren should ride rearward facing, prop- erly restrained, as long as possible.
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02 Safety Related information NOTE WARNING • Child safety (p. 46) The locking retractor will automatically It should not be possible to move the child • Child restraints (p. 47) release when the seat belt is unbuckled restraint (child seat) more than 1 in. and allowed to retract fully.
02 Safety Booster cushions Related information 3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch • plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct Child safety (p. 46) Booster cushions should be properly posi- click is audible. • tioned in the vehicle. Child restraints (p.
Using the ISOFIX/LATCH lower child tions. seat anchors WARNING Volvo's ISOFIX/LATCH anchors conform to FMVSS/CMVSS standards. Always refer to the child restraint system's manual for weight and size ratings. Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIX/...
Refer also to the child seat manufacturer's • instructions for information on securing the Child safety (p. 46) Your Volvo is equipped with child restraint top child seat. • tether anchorages in the rear seat. They are Infant seats (p. 49) located on the rear side of the backrests.
Integrated two-stage booster cushion secured child restraint (see (p. 47) ). The Related information shoulder belt must never be placed behind Volvo's optional integrated booster cushions • Child safety (p. 46) the child's back or under the arm. are located in the outboard seating positions.
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This work should be per- 22 – 36 kg 15 – 25 kg formed by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician only. Height 45 – 55 in. 37 – 47 in. 115 – 140 cm 95 –...
This work should be per- formed by a trained and qualified With the booster cushion in the stage 1 Volvo service technician only. position, press the button (see the arrow in illustration 1). Pull the handle (1) forward and upward (2)
02 Safety Integrated booster cushion – stowing Related information NOTE • Integrated booster cushion – stowing The integrated booster cushion (p. 57) can be The booster cushion cannot be moved (p. 60) folded down completely (stowed) from either from the stage 2 (upper) position to the the stage 1 or stage 2 positions.
Volvo service technician only. 2. Press the button on the driver's door con- The rear doors can only be opened from trol panel (see the illustration).
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02 Safety • The rear door windows can only be opened from the driver's door control panel • The rear doors cannot be opened from the inside The child safety locks' current setting is stored when the engine is switched off. If these locks were activated when the engine was switched off, they will also be active when the engine is restarted.
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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...
03 Instruments and controls Instrument overview This overview shows the location of the instrument panel and center console displays, and controls/buttons/switches.
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03 Instruments and controls Function Function Function Controls for menus (p. 76), In-door control pan- (p. 100), Lighting panel, but- (p. 89), and messages, turn (p. 95), els (power windows, (p. 102), tons for opening fuel (p. 275), signals, high/low (p.
03 Instruments and controls Information displays – introduction More detailed information can be found in the Tachometer: Shows engine speed in descriptions of the functions that use the thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm) The displays show information on some of the information displays.
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03 Instruments and controls Theme Elegance: gauges and indicators Theme Eco: gauges and indicators Theme Performance: gauges and indicators Fuel gauge. When the indicator shows Fuel gauge. When the indicator shows a Fuel gauge. When the indicator shows a one white marking, a yellow indicator light white marking, a yellow indicator light will white marking, a yellow indicator light will will illuminate to indicate a low fuel level.
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03 Instruments and controls Indicator and warning symbols Some of the symbols shown may not be available in all markets or models. Related information • Instrument overview (p. 64) • Information displays – indicator symbols (p. 72) • Information displays – warning symbols (p.
03 Instruments and controls Eco Guide* and Power Meter* Average The average reading changes gradually Eco guide and Power guide are two gauges in according to changes in the current reading the instrument panel that help improve driving to indicate how economically the vehicle has economy.
03 Instruments and controls Information displays – indicator Available power Symbol Description symbols The smaller, upper indicator shows the Left turn signal indicator engine's available power . The higher the The indicator symbols alert the driver when reading on the scale, the greater the amount certain functions are activated, that a system of power remaining in the current gear.
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Volvo service technician for inspection, see Brakes – general (p. 263) for additional infor- The information symbol may also illuminate The malfunction indicator light will illuminate if mation.
If the oil level is normal and the light symbols stays on after restart, have the vehicle towed The symbol illuminates when the engine has to the nearest trained and qualified Volvo auto-stopped. The warning lights alert the driver that an service technician.
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DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle off the engine. Engine overheating can result from low oil or towed to a trained and qualified Volvo coolant levels, towing or hard driving at high 2. Restart the engine. service technician and have the brake heat and altitude, or mechanical malfunction.
03 Instruments and controls My Car – introduction Reminder – doors not closed Related information • If one of the doors is not closed properly, the Information displays – introduction (p. 68) The MY CAR menu system provides access information or warning symbol illuminates •...
03 Instruments and controls Information displays – ambient OK/MENU: Press the button on the cen- temperature sensor ter console or the thumb wheel on the steering wheel keypad to select a menu alternative or to store a selected function in the system's memory. TUNE: Turn this control on the center console or the thumb wheel on the steer- ing wheel keypad to navigate up/down in...
03 Instruments and controls Information displays – trip odometer Inserting/removing remote key Clock and clock The remote key is used to start the engine or to use various electrical functions without The trip odometers and clock are starting the engine. displayed in the instrument panel.
03 Instruments and controls Ignition modes Removing the remote key Mode Function The remote key can be removed from the The remote key has 3 modes: 0, I, and II that The odometer, clock and tem- ignition slot by pulling it out. can be used without starting the engine.
03 Instruments and controls Front seats Ignition mode I WARNING – With the remote key fully pressed into the The front seats can be adjusted in a number • Do not adjust the seat while driving. , press START/STOP ignition slot of ways to help provide the most comfortable The seat should be adjusted so that ENGINE briefly.
03 Instruments and controls Front seats – folding backrest* Without releasing the catches, push the Front seats – power seat backrest forward. The front passenger's seat backrest can be The power seat(s) can be adjusted for a short folded down to make it easier to transport period after unlocking the door with the Move the seat as far forward as possible long objects.
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03 Instruments and controls Operation Programming the seat's memory Heated seats* Three different seating and door mirror posi- See Heated seats (p. 129). NOTE tions can be stored in the driver seat's mem- Related information ory. • • Only one of the power seat's controls Front seats (p.
03 Instruments and controls Key memory – power driver's seat* 3. To activate the remote key memory fea- NOTE and door mirrors ture, press ENTER (check the box). The remote key's memory feature and the Each remote key has a memory that enables it >...
03 Instruments and controls Rear seats – head restraints Returning the seat/mirrors to the stored Emergency stop positions The rear seat head restraints can be folded WARNING To move the seat and door mirrors to the down. The center head restraint can be position stored in the remote key: raised/lowered according to the passenger's •...
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03 Instruments and controls Manually folding down the rear seat's The center head restraint should be adjusted CAUTION according to the passenger's height. The outboard head restraints The rear head restraints should not be restraint should be carefully adjusted to sup- kept folded down for prolonged periods.
03 Instruments and controls Rear seats – folding backrest NOTE The rear seat head restraints and backrests • The head restraint must be returned to can be folded down. The center head the upright position manually. restraint can be raised/lowered according to •...
03 Instruments and controls Steering wheel Related information NOTE • Front seats (p. 80) The steering wheel can be adjusted to various It may be necessary to move the front • positions and has controls for the horn, cruise Front seats – power seat (p. 81) seats forward or put their backrests in a control*, menus, the infotainment system and more upright position before folding down...
03 Instruments and controls Electrically heated* steering wheel 3. Push back the lever to lock the steering control*, see Adaptive Cruise Control – wheel in place. If the lever is difficult to introduction (p. 181). The steering wheel can be heated electrically. push into place, press the steering wheel Paddles for manually shifting gears (Gear- lightly at the same time as you push the...
(p. 94)) the MY CAR menu system under Settings Headlight switch Car settings Light settings Daytime Volvo recommends using the posi- running lights. tion whenever possible. Headlight switch positions Daytime running lights function as follows: The parking lights will be on in this position, even if the ignition is switched off.
03 Instruments and controls High/low beam headlights Active high beams (AHB)* High beam flash Pull the lever toward the steering wheel to When the engine is started, the low beams AHB uses a camera at the upper edge of the position 1.
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03 Instruments and controls Switch AHB on or off by pulling the left steer- NOTE CAUTION ing wheel lever rearward (toward the steering • Keep the windshield in front of the In the following situations, it may be nec- wheel) as far as possible and releasing it. If essary to switch between high and low camera free of ice, snow, dirt, etc.
Related information • The function can be deactivated/reactivated Lighting panel (p. 89) in the MY CAR menu system under My XC60 • High/low beam headlights (p. 90) Active Bending Lights Settings or under • Active high beams (AHB)* (p. 90)
03 Instruments and controls Rear fog lights Hazard warning flashers NOTE The rear fog lights are considerably brighter The hazard warning flasher should be used to • The rear fog lights are considerably than the normal taillights and should be used indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic brighter than the normal taillights and only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow,...
03 Instruments and controls Turn signals Related information NOTE • Turn signals (p. 95) The turn signals are controlled by the left • This automatic flashing sequence can steering wheel lever. be interrupted by immediately moving the lever in the opposite direction. •...
03 Instruments and controls Front interior lighting Overhead courtesy lighting Related information • The passenger compartment lighting is Rear interior lighting (p. 97) The lighting in the front part of the passenger switched on and off automatically when but- compartment is controlled with the buttons in ton (3) is in the neutral position.
03 Instruments and controls Rear interior lighting Home safe lighting Approach lighting The lights are switched on or off by pressing When you leave your vehicle at night, you can Approach lighting activates the parking lights, each respective button. make use of the home safe lighting function door mirror lights, license plate lighting, dome to illuminate the area in front of the vehicle.
03 Instruments and controls Windshield wipers Rain sensor* Windshield wipers off Move the lever to position 0 to Move the lever toward the steering wheel to The rain sensor automatically regulates wiper switch off the windshield wipers. start the windshield and headlight washers. speed according to the amount of water on After the lever is released the wipers make the windshield.
03 Instruments and controls Windshield washer Deactivating every five times the windshield is washed within a 10-minute period. Deactivate the rain sensor by pressing the Move the lever toward the steering wheel to • Parking lights on. Optional Active Bend- button or press the lever down to start the windshield and headlight washers.
(30 seconds or longer, depending on the heat of the motor and ambient tem- perature conditions). Consult your Volvo retailer if you would like to have this function deactivated. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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03 Instruments and controls vehicle has been running, the power windows 3. Raise the front section of the button again WARNING can be operated for several minutes after the for one second. • Always remove the ignition key when remote key has been removed from the igni- Laminated glass* the vehicle is unattended to put the tion slot, or until a door has been opened.
03 Instruments and controls Power door mirrors Retractable power door mirrors* To activate this function, select reverse gear and press the L or R mirror control button to The mirrors can be retracted for parking/driv- The control on the driver's door is used to tilt the mirror down.
03 Instruments and controls Power door mirrors – automatic Related information Resetting to neutral • tilting/retraction Interior rearview mirror (p. 104) Mirrors that have been moved out of position by an external force must be electrically reset • The control on the driver's door is used to Heated windshield*, rear window and to the neutral position for electric retracting/ door mirror defrosters (p.
03 Instruments and controls Heated windshield*, rear window and Interior rearview mirror Climate settings Automatic rear door mirror defrosters defroster. See My Car – introduction (p. 76) The interior rearview mirror has an auto-dim for a description of the menu system. The heating function is used to defrost/de-ice function that helps reduce glare from follow- ing vehicle's headlights.
03 Instruments and controls Digital compass* Calibration 4. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds until the number of the current magnetic North America is divided into 15 magnetic The rear-view mirror has an integrated display zone is displayed. zones and the compass will need to be cali- that shows the compass direction in which brated if the vehicle is driven into a new one...
03 Instruments and controls Panoramic roof* – introduction Selecting a magnetic zone vehicle's ignition must be in mode I or II before the laminated panoramic roof/sun The laminated panoramic roof is divided into shade can be operated. two sections. The rear glass section is fixed in place and cannot be moved but the front CAUTION glass section can be slid horizontally to the...
03 Instruments and controls Panoramic roof* – operation Quick open/close WARNING The laminated panoramic roof and the sun The laminated panoramic roof is divided into • During manual closing, if the laminated shade can be opened/closed at the same two sections. The rear glass section is fixed in panoramic roof is obstructed, immedi- time: place and cannot be moved but the front...
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03 Instruments and controls Manual operation Tilt position 2 in. (5 cm) from the point at which it was blocked (or will open fully to the tilt position). 1. Opening the sun shade: Pull the control back to the first stop (the manual open The auto-stop feature also functions when position) and hold it until the sun shade the laminated panoramic roof or sun shade is...
03 Instruments and controls ® Using HomeLink HomeLink Wireless Control System* WARNING – introduction To operate, simply press and hold the pro- • If you use HomeLink to open a garage grammed HomeLink button until the trained The HomeLink Wireless Control System door or gate, be sure no one is near device begins to operate (this may take sev- provides a convenient way to replace up to...
03 Instruments and controls ® 3. Firmly press, hold for five seconds and HomeLink Wireless Control System* 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the release the programmed HomeLink but- chosen HomeLink and hand-held trans- – programming mitter buttons until the HomeLink indica- ton up to two separate times to activate The HomeLink Wireless Control System...
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03 Instruments and controls both the HomeLink and hand-held trans- 6. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after mitter buttons. hold for two seconds and release the pro- 20 seconds. Without releasing the Home- grammed HomeLink button.
Vehicle-related settings - MY CAR. driving and operating the vehicle, such as City Safety, lock and alarm functions, auto- Volvo Sensus is the core of the contact inter- Internet connected vehicle. matic blower speed, setting the clock, etc. face with your vehicle. Sensus provides infor- mation, entertainment and offers access to Climate system.
03 Instruments and controls Information display – menu controls Information display – menu overview The controls on the left steering wheel lever The menus displayed depend on the current are used to access the menus (p. 113) that ignition mode (p. 79). are displayed in the instrument panel (p.
Time for Time for regular service at are used to scroll among messages displayed engine as soon as possi- regular an authorized Volvo work- engine in the instrument panel and to confirm selec- ble. Serious risk of dam- mainte- shop. The timing is deter- tions.
03 Instruments and controls Trip computer – introduction Related information The instrument panel illuminates as soon as • the vehicle is unlocked and trip computer set- Information displays – introduction (p. 68) The content and appearance of the trip com- tings can be made.
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03 Instruments and controls Trip computer – functions, analog OK–press to access the trip computer's 1. Ensure that none of the trip computer instrument panel functions or acknowledge/confirm/erase controls are being used in a command a message sequence; reset them by pressing RESET twice.
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03 Instruments and controls Function Description Digital speed This displays the vehicle's speed digitally in the center of the instrument panel • Open by pressing OK, scroll using the thumb wheel, confirm by pressing OK and exit by pressing – km/h ENTER.
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03 Instruments and controls Information headings in the instrument Description panel • T1 and total dist. Press and hold RESET to reset trip odometer T1. Trip odometer • T2 and total dist. Press and hold RESET to reset trip odometer T2. Trip odometer Distance to empty Distance to empty...
03 Instruments and controls Trip computer – functions, digital OK–press to access the trip computer's 1. Ensure that none of the trip computer instrument panel functions or to activate a selection controls are being used in a command sequence; reset them by pressing RESET Thumb wheel–turn to access the list of twice.
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03 Instruments and controls Function Description Contrast mode / Color mode Adjust the instrument panel's contrast and color. Service status Shows the number of months and mileage until the next scheduled service. Information headings 1. Ensure that none of the trip computer 3.
03 Instruments and controls Trip computer – Trip statistics MY CAR My XC60 Trip statistics: Trip information from previous trips regarding • Start new trip : press ENTER to erase all average fuel consumption and average speed pervious statistics. Exit the menu by is stored and can be displayed in the form of pressing EXIT.
Work of this type should only be vents, even if the temperatures set for both • done by a trained and qualified Volvo service In warm weather, a small amount of sides of the passenger compartment are water may accumulate under the car technician.
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)* NOTE The passenger compartment has been The Air Quality System (IAQS) consists of a Contact your Volvo retailer for IAQS air fil- designed to be pleasant and comfortable, multifilter and an air quality sensor. The filter ter replacement intervals.
04 Climate Climate – menu settings Air distribution – general Related information • Climate – general information (p. 124) The default settings for four of the climate The incoming air is distributed through a • system's (p. 124) functions can be changed in number of different vents in the passenger Max.
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04 Climate Air vents in the dashboard Air vents in the door pillars Open Closed Closed Open Horizontal airflow Horizontal airflow Vertical airflow Vertical airflow Direct the outer air vents toward the side win- Direct the outer air vents toward the side win- dows to defrost.
04 Climate Electronic climate control (ECC) set separately on the driver's and passenger's The AUTO function (p. 130) automatically sides. regulates the temperature, air conditioning, ECC (Electronic Climate Control) helps main- blower speed, recirculation and air distribu- tain the selected temperature in the passen- tion.
04 Climate Heated seats Lowest heat level – one indicator light. Heat control for the outboard seating posi- tions is done in the same way as for the front The front seat heating has three levels to If no indicator lights are illuminated, the seat seats.
04 Climate Temperature and blower control Automatic climate control NOTE When the vehicle is started, the most recent The Auto function automatically controls tem- If the blower is turned off completely, the setting is resumed. perature (p. 130), air conditioning (p. 131), air conditioning is disengaged, which may blower speed (p.
04 Climate Air conditioning Max. defroster and electrically heated Models without an electrically heated wind- windshield* shield The air conditioning function cools and dehu- midifies the air in the passenger compart- The heated windshield and max. defroster • Press the button once to start ment.
04 Climate Air distribution – function Related information NOTE • Climate – general information (p. 124) The air distribution function consists of three • Triangular areas at the far sides of the • buttons. Automatic climate control (p. 130) windshield are not heated electrically and will take slightly longer to defrost/de-ice.
04 Climate Air distribution – recirculation Related information • Climate – general information (p. 124) Recirculation can be used to shut out exhaust • fumes, smoke, etc., from the passenger com- Air distribution – general (p. 126) partment. • Air distribution – function (p. 132) •...
04 Climate Air distribution – table Air distribution (p. 126) is selected using the buttons in the center console climate panel. Air distribution Air distribution Air to windows. Some air To remove de-fog/de- Air to the floor and To ensure comfortable flows from the dashboard air ice the front side win- windows.
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04 Climate Related information • Climate – general information (p. 124) • Air distribution – function (p. 132) • Max. defroster and electrically heated windshield* (p. 131) Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
05 Loading and storage Storage spaces Storage compartment (p. 138), 12-volt socket (p. 138) and AUX input/USB con- The following is an overview of the storage nector* compartments in the passenger compart- ment. Rear seat cup holders Storage pocket Related information •...
12-volt socket (p. 138) and a power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette small storage compartment. lighters and ashtrays can be purchased from 12-volt socket in the front tunnel console your Volvo retailer. Related information • Storage spaces (p. 137) WARNING Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
05 Loading and storage Glove compartment Vanity mirror 12-volt socket in the cargo area* The glove compartment provides a lockable The vanity mirrors are located on the upper The 12-volt socket can be used e.g., to con- storage compartment for small items. side of the sun visors.
Using load carriers determined by factors such as the number of in P, and apply the parking brake Load carriers are available as Volvo accesso- passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight when loading or unloading long ries. Observe the following points when in of any accessories that may be installed, etc.
05 Loading and storage • Load anchoring eyelets The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel Related information consumption will increase with the size of • Loading – general (p. 140) The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the load. the vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to •...
05 Loading and storage Grocery bag holder Cargo net – general information Your vehicle can be equipped with a cargo net made of strong nylon fabric that helps The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags The cargo net helps protect passengers from prevent objects in the cargo area from mov- in place.
05 Loading and storage Cargo net – mounting/removing 4. Mounting in the rear position: With the CAUTION net's rod attached to the rear upper Pressure from the front seats against the Mounting the cargo net (version 1) brackets, hook the lower straps in the cargo net could damage the net and/or its The cargo net is easiest to put in place floor eyelets in the cargo area.
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05 Loading and storage Removing and storing the cargo net 3. Insert the net's other attachment into the CAUTION bracket on the opposite side of the vehi- (version 2) Pressure from the front seats against the cle. It is spring-loaded to help make cargo net could damage the net and/or its Release the lower hooks.
05 Loading and storage Cargo area cover Steel cargo grid 3. Press both sides of the cover until they click into place . The red mark will no The cargo area cover can be used to conceal Your vehicle can be equipped with a steel grid longer be visible.
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05 Loading and storage Installing the steel cargo grid For information about the necessary tools and procedures for installing/removing the steel cargo grid, please refer to the assembly instructions that were included when the grid was purchased. Related information • Cargo area cover (p.
FCC ID:KR55WK49236, 5WK49266 tailgate, and also function as ignition keys to Volvo retailer. As an anti-theft measure, the FCC ID:KR55WK49266 + Siemens VDO start the vehicle or operate electrical compo- code of the lost remote key must be erased 5WK49233 nents.
06 Locks and alarm Key memory Locking/unlocking confirmation settings and select Door lock confirmation light and/or Unlock The memory in the remote key makes it possi- Settings can be made in the menu system for confirmation light by pressing OK/ ble to store certain personal settings.
If the problem continues, you misplace a key, take the other keys to a insert the remote key into the trained and qualified Volvo service technician ignition slot and try to start for reprogramming as an anti-theft measure. the vehicle again.
06 Locks and alarm Remote key – functions interference that may cause undesired opera- After a short pause, press the Unlock button tion. a second time within 10 seconds to unlock The remote key is used e.g., to unlock the the other doors and the tailgate.
After closing, the tailgate will not automati- produced. This code is available at an author- vehicle can also be locked or unlocked cally relock. Press Lock to relock it and rearm ized Volvo retailer. with the key blade, see Alarm-related func- the alarm. tions (p. 168).
06 Locks and alarm Detachable key blade – detaching/ Detachable key blade – unlocking Related information reinserting • Detachable key blade – unlocking Your vehicle's remote key (p. 148) contains a (p. 153) The detachable key blade (p. 152) can be metal, detachable key blade that can be used •...
06 Locks and alarm Private locking 3. Insert the key blade as far as possible in the driver's door lock. Turn the key blade By utilizing the remote key with the key blade to unlock the driver's door. This will trig- removed, the private locking feature enables ger the alarm.
06 Locks and alarm Remote key – replacing the battery Activating the private locking function The remote key can be opened if the battery needs to be replaced. The battery should be replaced if: • The information symbol illuminates and Low battery in remote control.
Old batteries should be disposed of prop- 1. Use a screwdriver to pry out the old bat- erly at a recycling center or at your Volvo tery. retailer. 2. Insert a new one with the (+) side down- ward.
06 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* – unlocking with key Unlocking the vehicle Both of the remote keys provided with the • blade vehicle have the keyless function, and addi- A keyless drive remote key must be on tional ones can be ordered. The system can the same side of the vehicle as the door If the remote key does not function normally accommodate up to six remote keys.
06 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* – key memory Keyless drive* – messages 4. To turn off the alarm, insert the remote key in the ignition slot. This also applies When you leave the vehicle with a remote key If all of the remote keys are removed from the to vehicles equipped with the optional in your possession and lock any door, the vehicle while the engine is running or if the...
06 Locks and alarm Keyless drive* – antenna locations For Automobile Use CAUTION The keyless drive system has a number of Canada – IC:267T-5WK48952, • Keyless drive remote keys should antennas located at various points in the vehi- 267T-5WK48964, 267T-5WK48891 never be left in the vehicle.
06 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking – from the outside In this case the vehicle can be unlocked with WARNING the detachable key blade (p. 153). The remote key (p. 148) is used to lock/unlock People with implanted pacemakers should all of the doors and the tailgate at the same not allow the pacemaker to come closer Related information time.
06 Locks and alarm Manual locking Locking/unlocking – from inside In the horizontal position, the door cannot be opened from the outside. In certain situations (e.g., if there is no electri- The lock buttons on the door panel can be cal current in the vehicle), the doors can be used to lock or unlock all doors and the tail- In the vertical position, the door can be...
06 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking – glove Locking Automatic locking • compartment When the vehicle starts to move, the doors Press the lock button after the front and tailgate can be locked automatically. This doors have been closed. The glove compartment can only be locked feature can be turned on or off by pressing and unlocked using the detachable key blade •...
06 Locks and alarm Locking/unlocking – tailgate NOTE NOTE The tailgate can be opened, locked and • If the doors are locked while the tail- The taillights will illuminate automatically unlocked in several ways. for a short period when the tailgate has gate is open, the tailgate will remain been opened.
06 Locks and alarm Power tailgate – automatic opening/ 1. Press lightly on the rubberized plate CAUTION closing under the handle to release the lock. Be sure that there is adequate space The power tailgate can be opened/closed 2. Lift the handle to open the tailgate. above and behind the vehicle before open- using a button on the lighting panel or on the ing the tailgate automatically.
06 Locks and alarm Power tailgate – programming Power tailgate – interruption Automatic closing The power tailgate can be closed by pressing The tailgate's maximum opening angle can be Automatic opening or closing the tailgate can programmed, which can be useful, for exam- be interrupted in four ways: -button on the tailgate (see the ple, if the tailgate has to be opened in a...
The siren is disconnected when the alarm is disarmed. A message will appear in the information dis- play if a fault should occur in the alarm sys- tem. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. NOTE Do not attempt to repair any of the compo- nents in the alarm system yourself.
06 Locks and alarm Alarm indicator Alarm – arming/disarming Disarming the alarm – Press the Unlock button on the remote The status of the alarm system is indicated by The alarm system provides a warning if an key. the red indicator light on the dashboard (see attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
06 Locks and alarm Alarm signal Alarm – turning off Alarm-related functions An audible (p. 166) signal is given by a battery The alarm system provides a warning if an The following is general information regarding powered siren. The alarm cycle lasts for attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
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06 Locks and alarm Related information • Detachable key blade – unlocking (p. 153) • Detachable key blade – general informa- tion (p. 152) • Starting the engine (p. 244)
07 Driver support Active chassis* (Four C) Stability system – introduction Comfort Comfort mode offers a somewhat softer ride Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system and the transmission shifts gears at lower Controlled Chassis Concept), regulates the consists of a number of functions designed to rpm.
Sport mode remains active until the driver ing mode or while using the engine's braking switches it off in the menu or until the engine function on a slippery surface. If the engine Included when a Volvo trailer hitch is installed...
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07 Driver support is switched off. ETC will return to normal mode when the engine is restarted. Related information • Stability system – introduction (p. 171) • Stability system – symbols and messages (p. 174)
• Stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn off the engine and restart it. • If the message is still displayed when the engine has restarted, drive to an authorized Volvo work- shop to have the system inspected. "Message"...
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07 Driver support Symbol Message Description Flashing symbol. ESC is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid. Sport mode has been activated. Steady glow. Please note that ESC is not deactivated at this time but its functionality is reduced. WARNING The stability system is intended to help improve driving safety.
07 Driver support Adjustable steering force* Road Sign Information (RSI)* – Related information introduction • Road Sign Information (RSI) – operation Steering force increases with the speed of the (p. 177) vehicle to give the driver enhanced sense of RSI is a feature that helps the driver see road •...
07 Driver support Road Sign Information (RSI) – Road Sign Information (RSI) – Displaying the speed limit indication can be operation limitations deactivated. To do so: • Deselect the alternative in MY CAR RSI's camera has the same limitations as the Settings Car settings Road Sign...
07 Driver support Cruise control (CC) – introduction Cruise control (CC) – engaging and Related information • setting speed Cruise control (CC) – engaging and set- Cruise control is designed to assist the driver ting speed (p. 178) by maintaining a set speed. It is primarily Cruise control is designed to assist the driver •...
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07 Driver support Adjusting the set speed Related information Before a speed can be set, the cruise control • system must be engaged (put in standby After a speed has been set, it can be Cruise control (CC) – introduction (p. 178) mode).
07 Driver support Toggling between ACC and CC Cruise control (CC) – deactivating completely." The next time the system is (standard Cruise Control) switched on, ACC will be reactivated. Cruise control is designed to assist the driver Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) helps the by maintaining a set speed.
Cruise control may not maintain set vehicle ahead. When there are no longer speed on steep downgrades. only be performed by a trained and slower moving vehicles ahead, your vehi- qualified Volvo technician. cle will accelerate to resume the set Related information speed. •...
07 Driver support • Adaptive Cruise Control – function Operation Adaptive Cruise Control – troubleshooting (p. 194) Function • Adaptive Cruise Control – symbols and messages (p. 192) • Adaptive Cruise Control – setting time interval (p. 186) • Adaptive Cruise Control – setting speed (p.
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07 Driver support WARNING WARNING WARNING • Adaptive Cruise Control is not a colli- The brake pedal moves when the adaptive When Adaptive Cruise Control is in cruise control system modulates the standby mode or is switched off com- sion avoidance system. The driver is brakes.
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – engaging WARNING NOTE Adaptive Cruise Control only warns of The driver's door must be closed and the Putting ACC in standby mode vehicles detected by the radar sensor, see driver's seat belt must be fastened before Before ACC can be used to regulate speed Adaptive Cruise Control –...
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – setting This symbol indicates that NOTE speed you are approaching a vehi- • If one of the Adaptive Cruise Control cle ahead. buttons is pressed for more than Setting a speed ACC will switch from main- approximately one minute, ACC will be Once ACC has been put in standby mode: taining a set speed to main-...
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – setting time Adaptive Cruise Control – Different time intervals can interval deactivating be selected and are shown in the instrument panel as 1–5 Setting a time interval Standby mode (temporary deactivation) horizontal bars. The greater the number of bars, the To temporarily deactivate ACC (put it in longer the time interval.
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07 Driver support Cruise control Cancelled Turning ACC off completely is shown in the WARNING instrument panel. The driver must then inter- The vehicle may accelerate quickly after vene and adapt the vehicle's speed to the has been pressed if its current speed is surrounding traffic and regulate the distance considerably lower than the set speed.
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – passing Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – Enhanced speed interval another vehicle Queue Assist NOTE Queue Assist is an added ACC feature that is Passing another vehicle linked to your vehicle's automatic transmis- The driver's door must be closed and the If your vehicle’s speed is being regulated by sion.
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07 Driver support The following only applies at speeds below The driver will then have to reactivate ACC in This happens if: approximately 18 mph (30 km/h): one of the following ways: • The driver presses the brake pedal • If ACC changes target vehicles (the vehicle By pressing •...
If there is visible damage to the front grille or you suspect that the radar sensor may be damaged in any way, contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible. The radar sensor may only function partially (or not at all) if it is damaged or is not securely fastened in place.
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Volvo technician. roads or on highway on- or off-ramps. Radar sensor's field of vision (shown in pink) Related information In certain situations, the radar sensor •...
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – symbols and messages Symbols and messages in the display A text message can be erased by pressing briefly on the OK button on the turn signal lever. Symbol Message Description Green symbol A speed has been set. White symbol ACC is in standby mode but no speed has been set.
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Cruise control Service ACC is not functioning. required Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Press Brake To hold The vehicle is at a standstill and ACC will release the brakes before the parking brake engages to keep an audible signal the vehicle stopped but a problem with the parking brake means that the vehicle may begin to roll.
07 Driver support Adaptive Cruise Control – from the sensor have been obstructed and System with Auto-brake and Pedestrian troubleshooting that a vehicle ahead cannot be detected. Detection will not function. This, in turn, means that the functions of the The table lists possible causes for this mes- Radar blocked See manual If the message...
07 Driver support Distance Alert – introduction Distance Alert – operation NOTE Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- Distance Alert only monitors distance to trol and is a function that provides information trol and is a function that provides information the vehicle ahead while Adaptive Cruise about the time interval to the vehicle ahead.
07 Driver support Distance Alert – limitations Setting a time interval NOTE Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- • The higher your vehicle’s speed, the trol and is a function that provides information greater the distance to the vehicle about the time interval to the vehicle ahead.
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07 Driver support Related information • Distance Alert – introduction (p. 195) • Distance Alert – operation (p. 195) • Distance Alert – symbols and messages (p. 198)
Collision warn. Serv- Distance Alert or Collision Warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection is not functioning prop- ice required erly. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Related information • Distance Alert – introduction (p. 195) •...
City Safety™ activates in situations where the • City Safety – operation (p. 201) driver has not applied the brakes in time, • City Safety – limitations (p. 201) City Safety is a registered trademark of the Volvo Car Corporation...
07 Driver support • City Safety – function City Safety – troubleshooting (p. 202) tion display to indicate that the system is/has been active. • City Safety – symbols and messages Function (p. 204) NOTE • City Safety – Laser sensor (p. 205) •...
07 Driver support City Safety – operation City Safety – limitations Related information • City Safety – introduction (p. 199) Using City Safety™ Limitations • City Safety – function (p. 200) • City Safety – limitations (p. 201) NOTE WARNING •...
• Before the windshield is replaced, Cause Action contact a Volvo retailer to ensure that Related information the correct windshield is ordered and The area of the wind- Clean the • City Safety – introduction (p. 199) installed.
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07 Driver support Related information • City Safety – introduction (p. 199) • City Safety – function (p. 200) • City Safety – operation (p. 201) • City Safety – limitations (p. 201) • City Safety – symbols and messages (p.
For more information on the sensor’s limitations, see City Safety – limitations (p. 201). City Safety Service City Safety™ is not functioning. required • If this message remains in the display, have the system checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Related information • City Safety – introduction (p. 199) •...
NOTE only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. The function of aftermarket laser detectors • Do not remove the laser sensor may be affected by City Safety's laser sen- (including removal of the lenses).
07 Driver support • Collision warning – introduction City Safety – limitations (p. 201) ing the vehicle. If the driver relies entirely on the system, the chances of an accident even- • Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full City Safety – troubleshooting (p. 202) tually occurring increase considerably.
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• Maintenance of the Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake system's components must only be performed by a trained and qualified Volvo technician. Related information • Collision warning* – function (p. 208) • Collision warning* – operation (p. 209) •...
07 Driver support • Collision warning* – function Brake Support Collision warning* – Pedestrian detection (p. 211) If the risk of collision continues to increase • after the collision warning has been given, Collision warning* – Cyclist detection Brake Support is activated. Brake Support (p.
07 Driver support Collision warning* – operation ter console control panel and going to NOTE Settings Car settings Driver support • When Adaptive Cruise Control is used, Settings are made by pressing MY CAR on systems Warning sound if risk of the warning light and signal will be the center console control panel and using collision.
07 Driver support • Collision warning* – Cyclist detection Collision warning – symbols and mes- sages (p. 217) The system can detect a cyclist and auto- • Collision warning – troubleshooting brake if certain parameters are fulfilled. (p. 215) The function only detects cyclists from behind who are moving in the same direction as your vehicle The Cyclist Detection feature requires the fol-...
07 Driver support • Collision warning* – Pedestrian tunnels, even if there is street lighting in Collision warning* – limitations (p. 212) the area. detection • Collision warning – troubleshooting • For optimal cyclist detection, City (p. 215) Safety™ must be activated. •...
07 Driver support • Collision warning* – limitations entire body and the person must be at Collision warning* – Cyclist detection least 32 in. (80 cm) tall. (p. 210) Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light • • The system cannot detect a pedestrian Collision warning* –...
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07 Driver support Related information WARNING NOTE • Collision warning – introduction (p. 206) • In certain situations, the system can- If warnings are given too frequently, the • Collision warning* – operation (p. 209) warning distance can be reduced (see Col- not provide warnings or warnings may lision warning* –...
07 Driver support • The camera’s limitations Collision warning* – limitations (p. 212) WARNING • The camera has the same limitations as the Collision warning – troubleshooting • The camera has the same limitations (p. 215) human eye. as the human eye. In other words, its •...
Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the camera to regis- display. ter visibility. The surface between the inside of the windshield and the camera is Contact an authorized Volvo retailer or service technician to have this dirty. surface cleaned.
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07 Driver support • Maintenance Collision warning* – limitations (p. 212) • The camera’s limitations (p. 214) • Collision warning – symbols and mes- sages (p. 217) Camera and radar sensor In order to function properly, the camera and radar sensor must be kept clean. Dirt, ice, snow, etc., will reduce the function of these components.
Adaptive Cruise Control – limitations (p. 190) for more information on the radar sensor’s limitations. Collision warn. Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with Full Auto Brake is partially or completely not functioning. Service required Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message remains in the display.
07 Driver support Driver Alert System Driver Alert Control (DAC) – NOTE introduction The Driver Alert System is designed to help a The camera has certain limitations, see driver who may be becoming fatigued or who DAC is intended to alert the driver if his/her Adaptive Cruise Control –...
07 Driver support • Driver Alert Control (DAC) – operation Driver Alert Control (DAC) – function Driver Alert Control (DAC) – symbols and messages (p. 222) Operating DAC Function • Driver Alert System (p. 219) Settings are made using menu system and Driver Alert is activated when the vehicle •...
07 Driver support Driver Alert Control (DAC) – limitations Limitations In certain situations, DAC may provide warn- ings even if the driver’s driving pattern has not become erratic: • in strong crosswinds • on grooved road surfaces. • if the driver is testing the LDW function, see Lane Departure Warning (LDW) –...
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See The camera’s limitations (p. 214) for information on the cam- era’s limitations. Driver Alert Sys Service The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message required remains in the display.
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07 Driver support Center console display Symbol Message Description Driver Alert OFF The function is not switched on. Driver Alert Available The function is active. Driver Alert Standby <65 The function has gone into standby mode because the vehicle's speed is below 40 mph (65 km/h). km/h Driver Alert Unavailable The camera is temporarily not functioning, due to snow, ice, or dirt on the windshield.
07 Driver support Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – WARNING introduction operation This feature is only intended to assist the The LDW function is designed to help reduce driver and does not function in all driving, Operation and function the risk of accidents in situations where the weather, traffic or road conditions.
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07 Driver support • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – intro- WARNING duction (p. 224) The driver will only be warned once for • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - limita- each time the wheels cross a marker line. tions (p. 226) No alarm will be given if a marker line is between the wheels.
07 Driver support Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - limitations Limitations The camera used by LDW has the same limi- tations as the human eye. See The camera’s limitations (p. 214) for more information about the camera's limitations. NOTE No warning signal will be given in the cer- tain situations, such as: •...
See The camera’s limitations (p. 214) for information on the camera’s limitations. Driver Alert Sys Service The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the mes- required sage remains in the display.
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07 Driver support Related information • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – opera- tion (p. 224) • Driver Alert System (p. 219) • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) – intro- duction (p. 224) • Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - limita- tions (p. 226)
07 Driver support • Park assist – introduction Park assist – function Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – function (p. 234) The park assist system is designed to assist Signals from the park assist system you when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc.
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If a non- are within approximately 1 ft (30 cm) of an Volvo trailer hitch is being used, it may object in front of or behind the vehicle. If be necessary to switch off the system there are objects within this distance both manually, see Park assist –...
07 Driver support • Park assist – operation Front park assist Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – function (p. 234) Function The distance monitored in front of the vehicle is approximately 2.5 ft (0.8 m). The audible Park assist and CTA* button signal comes from the audio system's front The system is activated automatically when speakers.
07 Driver support Park assist – limitations Activating/deactivating Ice and snow covering the sensors may cause incorrect warning signals. The system is activated automatically when Cleaning the sensors the vehicle is started. The sensors must be cleaned regularly to NOTE –...
Consult a trained and PAC uses the display in the center console to behind the vehicle. qualified Volvo service technician. show the area behind the car while you are • backing up.
07 Driver support Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – ity to light is increased in dark conditions or in function operation bad weather, which may affect image quality. If the image on the screen seems too dark, Function Activation brightness can be increased with the thumb...
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07 Driver support Related information trailer hitch, a guiding line showing the hitch's 5 seconds after the gear selector has been moved from R or until the vehicle's forward • path toward the trailer will be projected. Park assist – introduction (p. 229) speed exceeds 6 mph/10 km/h •...
07 Driver support Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – The "wheel tracks" (2) show where the wheels WARNING guiding and marker lines will roll and can extend up to approximately Keep in mind that the image on the screen 10.5 ft (3.2 m) behind the bumper if there are only shows the area behind the vehicle.
07 Driver support Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC) – BLIS* – introduction Color Distance to object limitations The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) is Orange 1–1.6 ft (0.3–0.5 m) an information system that indicates the pres- Limitations ence of another vehicle moving in the same 0–1 ft (0–0.3 m) Even if a fairly small section of the screen direction as your vehicle on roads with several...
07 Driver support BLIS* – function Related information NOTE • BLIS* – function (p. 238) The door panel indicator light illuminates When does BLIS function • BLIS* – operation (p. 239) on the side of the vehicle where the sys- The system functions when your vehicle is tem has detected another vehicle.
07 Driver support BLIS* – operation When BLIS is deactivated/reactivated, the WARNING indicator lights will go out/illuminate (the indi- • BLIS does not function in sharp cators will also flash once when the function Activating/deactivating BLIS curves. is reactivated) and a message will appear in •...
07 Driver support BLIS* – Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) example, when backing out of a parking WARNING space. Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) is a supplementary • BLIS and CTA are information sys- BLIS function intended to detect vehicles It is primarily designed to detect another vehi- tems, NOT warning or safety systems crossing behind your vehicle while you are cle but in certain cases may also detect...
CAUTION Repairs to the BLIS/CTA systems and/or repainting the rear bumper should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- ice technician. In angled parking spaces, CTA may be "blind" on one side Related information •...
• If this message recurs, the systems should be inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Messages can be erased by pressing the OK button on the left steering wheel lever. Generic illustration Cross Traffic Alert Cross Traffic Alert Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
3 minutes ded. before trying to start it again to give the • Volvo's floor mats are specially manu- battery time to recover its starting factured for your car. They must be capacity. firmly secured in the clips on the floor...
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08 Starting and driving WARNING NOTE CAUTION • • • Always remove the remote key from After a cold start, idle speed may be When starting in cold weather, the the ignition slot when leaving the vehi- noticeably higher than normal for a automatic transmission may shift up at cle and ensure that the ignition in short period.
08 Starting and driving Switching off the engine Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – WARNING introduction Switch off the engine by pressing the START/ Keep the following in mind before using STOP ENGINE button. ERS is a feature that makes it possible to ERS: remotely start the engine using the remote •...
08 Starting and driving Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – starting Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – 1. The turn signals will flash several times. the engine switching off the engine 2. The engine will start. 3. The turn signals will illuminate for Any of the following will switch off the engine 3 seconds to indicate that the engine has if it has been started with ERS:...
08 Starting and driving Jump starting 3. Fold back the cover over the positive (+) WARNING terminal on your vehicle's battery (2), Follow these instructions to jump start your • Do not connect the jumper cable to marked with a "+" sign, located under a vehicle's dead battery or to jump start another any part of the fuel system or to any folding cover.
08 Starting and driving Transmission – general information Transmission – positions CAUTION The transmission automatically shifts between The transmission’s temperature is moni- Park: position P the various forward gears, based on the level tored to help prevent damage to the trans- Select the P position when starting or park- of acceleration and speed.
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08 Starting and driving • Shiftlock Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 253) CAUTION When P has been selected, the transmission • Fuel tank volume – specification and vol- The vehicle must be stationary when posi- is mechanically blocked in this position. The ume (p.
08 Starting and driving Transmission – Geartronic In order to move the gear selector from N to This option indicates when to shift up or down to help conserve fuel. A white arrow will another gear position, the brake pedal must Geartronic allows you to manually shift among appear above or below the number of the be depressed and the ignition must be in at...
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08 Starting and driving • Geartronic: steering wheel paddles* Pull the paddle toward the steering wheel Geartronic: Sport mode (S) and release it. In addition to the manual gearshift function This transmission mode provides sportier using the gear selector, this option makes it Deactivating the paddles: shifting characteristics and enables a more possible to manually shift gears from the...
08 Starting and driving Transmission – shiftlock override Geartronic: starting on slippery Related information • surfaces Transmission – general information If the vehicle cannot be driven, for example (p. 249) Selecting 3rd gear in Geartronic’s manual because of a dead battery, the gear selector shifting mode can help provide better traction •...
08 Starting and driving Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA) Start/Stop – introduction Start/Stop – function Start/Stop is a function that temporarily When starting on steep hills, HSA (see Trans- Function and use switches off the engine when the vehicle is mission –...
08 Starting and driving Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions Auto-stopping the engine Related information • Normally, when Start/Stop is activated and Start/Stop – introduction (p. 254) In certain situations or conditions, the engine the brakes are applied until the vehicle comes •...
08 Starting and driving • Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions Condition/situation (p. 256) In certain situations or conditions, the engine The main battery's temperature is below • Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA) may auto-start even though the driver is still freezing or too high.
08 Starting and driving Start/Stop – settings Related information Condition/situation • Start/Stop – introduction (p. 254) Settings for the Start/Stop function can be • Start/Stop – function (p. 254) The gear selector is moved from D to S MY CAR made in the menu system.
Symbol Message Information/action Auto Start/Stop Service Start/Stop is not functioning properly. Contact a Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo required service technician. Autostart Engine running This is triggered if the driver's door is opened while the engine is auto-stopped.
NOTE instrument panel and the indicator light in the Eco is a function developed by Volvo to give When Eco is activated, several climate ECO button will be on when Eco is activated. the driver the opportunity to actively drive...
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08 Starting and driving • • The vehicle's speed is between approxi- The engine and/or transmission have not This feature is primarily intended to be used mately 40–85 mph (65–140 km/h). Always reached their normal operating tempera- in driving situations where a decrease in observe posted speed limits ture speed is expected, such as when approach-...
All Wheel Drive (AWD) Hill Descent Control (HDC) – NOTE introduction Your Volvo can be equipped with permanent AWD disabled Service The message All Wheel Drive, which means that power is HDC is a type of automatic engine brake and...
08 Starting and driving Hill Descent Control (HDC) – Using HDC Related information operation • HDC allows the car to roll forward at a maxi- Hill Descent Control (HDC) – introduction (p. 261) mum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h), and 4 mph Function (7 km/h) in reverse.
If the power brakes are not working, consid- NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a erably higher pressure will be required on the trained and qualified Volvo service techni- brake pedal to compensate for the lack of cian and have the brake system inspected.
08 Starting and driving Anti-lock braking system (ABS) Brake lights Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA) The ABS system helps to improve vehicle The brake lights come on automatically when EBA is designed to provide full brake effect control (stopping and steering) during severe the brakes are applied.
08 Starting and driving Parking brake – general information Related information Connect an auxiliary battery if the battery • voltage is too low, see Jump starting (p. 248). Parking brake – general information The electric parking brake helps to keep the (p.
08 Starting and driving Parking brake – applying Parking brake – releasing NOTE • In an emergency the parking brake can Applying the electric parking brake Releasing the electric parking brake be applied when the vehicle is moving by holding in the control. Braking will be interrupted when the accelerator pedal is depressed or the control is released.
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08 Starting and driving Automatic release Related information • 1. Start the engine. Parking brake – general information (p. 266) NOTE • Parking brake – applying (p. 267) • Parking brake – symbols and messages • For safety reasons, the parking brake is (p.
A fault is preventing the parking brake from being released. Try to apply the parking brake and release it sev- fully released eral times. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volvo workshop. If you drive off with this error mes- sage showing, a warning signal sounds.
08 Starting and driving Driving through water Engine and cooling system CAUTION The vehicle can be driven through water up to Under special conditions, for example when • Engine damage will occur if water is a depth of approximately 10 in. (25 cm), at a driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or with drawn into the air cleaner.
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle • Consider your destination. If you will be battery drain: checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- driving through an area where snow or ice ice technician before driving long distances. •...
Unleaded fuel to add fuel line de-icer before refueling. • Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic con- Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks. • The viscosity of the engine oil is impor- verter and must use only unleaded gasoline.
08 Starting and driving Refueling – octane rating result in loss of emission warranty coverage. Volvo allows the use of the following "oxy- State and local vehicle inspection programs genated" fuels; however, the octane rat- Volvo recommends premium fuel for best per- will make detection of misfueling easier, pos- ings (p.
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If you live in an immediately return the vehicle to a trained area where you must fill your own gas tank, NOTE and qualified Volvo service technician for take precautions. These may include: correction. Information about TOP TIER Detergent •...
08 Starting and driving • Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstruc- door ted and is completely closed after refuel- If necessary, the fuel filler door can be ing.
If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.
08 Starting and driving • Economical driving overheating. This includes: altering fuel Using the engine's optional Eco func- injection settings or components, altering tion can help improve fuel economy. For Better driving economy may be obtained by emission system components or location additional information, see ECO* (p.
Driving with the tailgate open: Driving has a tendency to understeer, which with the tailgate open could lead to poi- • All Volvo models are equipped with sonous exhaust gases entering the pas- means that the steering wheel has to be energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump- senger compartment.
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Trailer cable An adapter is required if the vehicle's trailer hitch has a 13-pin connector and the trailer has 7 pins. Use an adapter cable approved by Volvo. Make sure the cable does not drag on the ground. Related information •...
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) 3. Align the hole in the ball holder with the one in the hitch assembly. Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer Trailer Stability Assist is a system designed to hitches that are specially designed for the help stabilize a vehicle that is towing a trailer 4.
08 Starting and driving Towing the vehicle be switched off (but will be on again the 2. The remote key must remain in the igni- next time the engine is started) tion slot for the entire time that the vehi- Always check with state and local authorities •...
08 Starting and driving Towing eyelet Attaching the towing eyelet CAUTION The towing eyelet is located under the When used, the towing eyelet should always General towing precautions: floor of the cargo area, with the spare tire be securing attached. •...
• • When the vehicle is being towed, the The vehicle should always be towed in from an authorized towing company. Volvo ignition should be in mode II (in mode the forward direction. recommends the use of flat bed equipment.
CAUTION Tire rotation Some Volvo models are equipped with an Your vehicle has no required tire rotation. Tire Ultra High Performance tire and wheel wear is affected by a number of factors such...
6-year intervals, even if it has When storing complete wheels (tires mounted • The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo never been used. on rims), they should be suspended off the are specified to meet stringent stability floor or placed on their sides on the floor.
09 Wheels and tires • Tires – tread wear indicator Tires – tire economy Changing a wheel – direction of rotation (p. 288) The tires have wear indicator strips running A smooth driving style and correct inflation • Tires – storage and age (p. 286) across or parallel to the tread.
LF = left front, RR = right rear • Tires with tread designed to roll in only one direction are marked with an arrow on the sidewall. • Contact a Volvo workshop if you are unsure about the tread depth.
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09 Wheels and tires Lug wrench and towing eyelet Location of jack*, towing eyelet and tools* 6. With the vehicle still on the ground, use 5. Screw the towing eyelet into the lug the lug wrench/towing eyelet to loosen Changing a wheel wrench as shown in the illustration.
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09 Wheels and tires 7. There are two jack attachment points on 9. Unscrew the wheel nuts completely and NOTE each side of the vehicle. Position the jack remove the wheel. The jack provided with your vehicle is correctly in the attachment (see the illus- intended to be used only in temporary sit- tration) and crank while simultaneously WARNING...
Current legislation prohibits the use of the In the event of damage to this tire, a new one “Temporary Spare” tire other than as a can be purchased from your Volvo retailer. temporary replacement for a punctured tire. It must be replaced as soon as possi- WARNING ble by a standard tire.
09 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel – taking out spare Changing a wheel – installing wheel Related information wheel • Changing a wheel – spare wheel (p. 291) It is important to re-install wheels properly. • The following procedure explains how to Changing a wheel –...
09 Wheels and tires Tire inflation – general information When weather temperature changes occur, NOTE tire inflation pressures also change. A 10- Check tire inflation pressure regularly. • The placards shown indicate inflation degree temperature drop causes a corres- pressure for the tires installed on the Inflation placard ponding drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pres- vehicle at the factory only.
09 Wheels and tires Tire inflation – checking pressure Related information 3. Replace the valve cap. • Tire specifications (p. 295) Inflation pressure should be checked when CAUTION • the tires are cold. Tire inflation – pressure table (p. 297) •...
09 Wheels and tires Tire specifications Information on the sidewall 1. 215: the width of the tire (in millimeters) from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. The The following information can be found on a larger the number, the wider the tire. tire's sidewall.
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09 Wheels and tires 7. M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All 11. Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature Terrain, AS = All Season grades: see Tire specifications – Uniform Tire Quality Grading (p. 300) for more 8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number information.
(p. 293) for its location) for your vehicle at the factory. The following tire pressures are recom- mended by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to Tire size Cold tire pressure for up to five persons Front...
09 Wheels and tires Loading specifications Loading specifications – load limit Gross vehicle weight (GVW) The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passen- Properly loading your vehicle will provide The load limit of your vehicle is the combined gers. maximum return of vehicle design perform- weight of the occupants and cargo.
09 Wheels and tires Tire specifications – Uniform Tire side B-pillar and in the tire inflation table ance. The traction grade assigned to this tire in this chapter. Quality Grading is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and is not a measure of cornering (turn- •...
09 Wheels and tires Snow chains WARNING CAUTION Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with • The temperature grade for this tire is Check local regulations regarding the the following restrictions: established for a tire that is properly infla- use of snow chains before installing.
Owners who live in or regularly commute ing system that illuminates a low tire pressure Volvo provides two different systems to moni- through areas with sustained periods of snow telltale ( ) when one or more of your tires...
Tire pressure low Tire needs ing) or consult your Volvo retailer. air now Tire press. syst Service required WARNING Incorrect inflation pressure could lead to tire failure, resulting in a loss of control of the vehicle.
If a tire is changed, or if the TPMS sen- be fitted on all wheels used on the vehi- sor is moved to another wheel, the cle, including winter tires. Volvo does not sensor's seal, nut, and valve core recommend moving sensors back and should be replaced.
In certain cases, it may be necessary to recali- Activating/deactivating TPMS > Calibration is done automatically once brate TPMS to conform to Volvo's recom- (Canadian models only) initiated by the driver and the system mended tire inflation pressures (see the infla- 1.
09 Wheels and tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System NOTE CAUTION (TPMS) – messages • • Tire monitoring systems use a tem- After inflating the tires, always reinstall perature compensated pressure value. the valve cap to help avoid damage to Erasing warning messages This pressure value is dependent on the valve from dirt, gravel, etc.
When low inflation pressure is detected or if (consult tire pressure placard located on ing) or consult your Volvo retailer. the system is not functioning properly, Tire the driver's side B-pillar (the structural...
( ) is illuminated: the system is not functioning correctly. Have it checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Related information • Tire Monitor – messages (p. 308)
09 Wheels and tires Self-supporting run flat tires (SST) NOTE CAUTION Self-supporting run flat tires are available as • • Tire monitoring systems use a tem- After inflating the tires, always reinstall optional equipment on certain models. perature compensated pressure value. the valve cap to help avoid damage to This pressure value is dependent on the valve from dirt, gravel, etc.
12- volt sockets, and a hose used to connect the system to the tire’s inflation valve. NOTE The tire sealing system's compressor has been tested and approved by Volvo. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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• Stage 2: The tire’s inflation pressure is Have the tire inspected by a trained checked and adjusted if necessary. and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible to determine if it can be permanently repaired or must WARNING be replaced.
09 Wheels and tires Tire sealing system* – overview Bottle with sealing compound WARNING Certain models are equipped with a tire Air pressure gauge Please keep the following points in mind sealing system* that enables you to tempo- when using the tire sealing system: rarily seal a hole in the tread surface and re- •...
This must Stage 1: Sealing the hole waste collection point. be done by a trained and qualified Volvo 1. Peel off the speed limit sticker and affix it service technician. to the steering wheel hub where it will be NOTE clearly visible to the driver.
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In this tion I. occurs. Contact a towing service or case, the hole is too large to be sealed and Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance if the vehicle should not be driven. applicable. 10. Switch off the compressor and discon-...
If the pressure is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not continue driving. Have the vehicle towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Volvo retailer or a recycling station If the tire needs to be inflated, start the that can properly dispose of harmful 11. Disconnect the electrical wire from the tire sealing system’s compressor (press...
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M A I N T E N A N C E A N D S E R V I C I N G...
New Vehicle Limited Warranty tools and therefore must be performed by a nance schedule up to 150,000 miles • qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty (240,000 km). This program contains top condition, specify time-tested and proven •...
• Tires – tread wear indicator (p. 287) end of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo retailer for additional information. As needed: Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup...
10 Maintenance and servicing Maintenance – hoisting When the vehicle is hoisted, the jack or garage lift must be positioned in the correct lifting points. Hoisting the vehicle Related information If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, it •...
If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit – or valid Volvo ID. See Volvo ID (p. 20) for was lit but went out without service, have range. A fault may be permanent or tempo- additional information.
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In order for a retailer to access vehicle data, the information is initially sent to a central Volvo database (not directly to your retailer) This information includes: service requirements, status of various functions, odometer reading and the vehicle's VIN number and software version.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) • The vehicle's software version Related information • Volvo ID (p. 20) Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the hood lock. An information symbol will illuminate when the hood is open.
10 Maintenance and servicing Engine compartment – overview WARNING The overview shows the main inspection The cooling fan (located at the front of the points in the engine compartment. engine compartment, behind the radiator) may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off.
• Oil that is lower than the specified on 5- and 6-cylinder engines. quality can damage the engine. • Volvo does not recommend the use of Checking the engine oil (5- and 6- oil additives. cylinder engines) • Always add oil of the same type and The oil level should be checked at regular viscosity as already used.
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1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a lint-free rag. Oil filler cap Volvo recommends Castrol oil products 2. Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and No action is necessary until a message is dis- check the oil level. The level must be played, see the following illustration.
Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into changed. If the system must be drained, con- contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces. sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech- nician. Electronically checking the oil level Level check and filling...
If necessary, top up the cooling sys- Never remove the expansion tank cap MIN and MAX marks on the inside of the res- tem with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Anti- while the engine is warm. Wait until the ervoir. freeze only (a 50/50 mix of water and engine cools.
DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car accessed. specification and volume (p. 375). towed to a trained and qualified Volvo The brake fluid should always be between the service technician and have the brake MIN and MAX marks on the inside of the res- system inspected.
However, the bulbs on the following fluid reservoir clean when checking. not mentioned in this section, please list should only be replaced by a trained and contact your Volvo retailer or a trained qualified Volvo service technician. and authorized Volvo service techni- cian.
Active Bending Lights* – due to the high voltage used by these headlights, these bulbs should only be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- ice technician. When reinserting the housing, be sure that the long locking pin is securely in place in •...
10 Maintenance and servicing Bulbs – cover Related information 2. Reinsert the headlight housing and lock- • ing pins. Check that they are correctly Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 331) The larger cover has to be removed in order inserted. •...
10 Maintenance and servicing Bulbs – low beam, Halogen Bulbs – high beam, Halogen Related information • Bulbs – specifications (p. 337) The low beam bulb is concealed by the larger The high beam bulb is concealed behind the cover. larger cover.
10 Maintenance and servicing Bulbs – extra high beam Bulbs – front turn signals 6. Press the bulb holder into position in the headlight housing. The extra high beam bulb is concealed by the The turn signal bulb is concealed behind the larger cover.
10 Maintenance and servicing Bulbs – rear fog lights Bulbs – location of taillight bulbs 6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight housing and turn it clockwise. The rear fog lights can be reached from The following illustrations show the location of behind the bumper the bulbs in the taillight cluster.
10 Maintenance and servicing Bulbs – brake lights and taillights Bulbs – license plate lighting Bulbs – cargo area lighting The brake lights and back-up lights in the tail- The license plate lighting is located next to The cargo area light is located in the ceiling light cluster are replaced from inside the the tailgate handle.
The following bulbs can be replaced by the tion tage lens. vehicles owner. All other bulbs should only be Rear fog light P21W LL replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo Removing the lens service technician. Backup lights P21W LL Lighting func- Wat-...
10 Maintenance and servicing Wiper blades – service position Related information To put the windshiield wipers in the service • position: Engine compartment – washer fluid The windshield wiper blades must be in the (p. 340) vertical (service) position for replacement, 1.
10 Maintenance and servicing Wiper blades – windshield With the wipers in the service position, fold out the wiper arm from the wind- The wiper blades should be replaced regularly shield. Press the button on the wiper for best effect. blade attachment and pull the wiper The windshield wiper blades must be in the blade straight out, parallel with the wiper...
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade Symbols on the battery washer solvent containing antifreeze. Use Volvo Original Washer Fluid or the equivalent Wear protective goggles. with a recommended pH value between 6 and Keep away from children.
Con- contact occurs, flush the affected area vehicle is usually only driven short dis- sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery immediately with water. Obtain medi- tances. to a recycling station.
10 Maintenance and servicing • Battery – maintenance Related information The service life of a battery is affected by • factors such as driving conditions and cli- Battery – changing (p. 343) Proper battery maintenance can help prolong mate. Extreme cold may also further •...
Consult a 5 minutes before disconnecting the battery so Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo that all information in the vehicle's electrical service technician. system can be stored in the control modules.
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electri- 6. Connect the black negative cable. cal system inspected by a trained and quali- fied Volvo service technician. 7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal). 8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal).
10 Maintenance and servicing Fuses – engine compartment The fuses in the engine compartment protect e.g., engine and brake functions.
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Adjustable steering removed or replaced by a trained and force* qualified Volvo service technician. – • Fuses 16 – 33 and 35 – 41 may be Engine Control Module –...
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10 Maintenance and servicing Function Function Function Auxiliary lights* 4-cyl. engines: mass Oil pump/crankcase air meter, thermostat, ventilation heater/cool- Horn EVAP valve ant pump (5-cyl. engines) 5-/6-cyl. engines: Relay coils, Engine Injection system, mass Ignition coils (4-cyl. Control Module (ECM) air meter (6-cyl.
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10 Maintenance and servicing Related information • Fuses – glove compartment (p. 349) • Fuses – cargo area/trunk (p. 352)
10 Maintenance and servicing Fuses – glove compartment The fuses under the glove compartment pro- tect components such as the infotainment system and optional power seat. Fusebox A: General fuses Positions: fusebox A Function Function Fusebox B: Control module fuses Fold aside the upholstery covering the fuse- Circuit breaker for the infotain- boxes.
10 Maintenance and servicing Function Function Function Controls in left rear passeng- Adaptive cruise control/colli- er's door sion warning* Heated front passenger's Keyless drive* Courtesy lighting, rain sensor* seat* Power driver's seat* Heated driver's seat* Steering wheel module Power front passenger's seat* Park assist*, trailer hitch con- Cental locking: fuel filler door trol module*, park assist cam-...
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10 Maintenance and servicing Function Accelerator pedal sensor, auto-dim mirror function, heated rear seats* Brake lights Laminated panoramic roof* Immobilizer Related information • Fuses – engine compartment (p. 345) • Fuses – cargo area/trunk (p. 352) • Fuses – engine compartment cold zone (Start/Stop only) (p.
10 Maintenance and servicing Fuses – cargo area/trunk The fuses in the cargo area/trunk protect components such as trailer connections, the parking brake, etc. Located behind the upholstery on the left side of the cargo area Positions Function Function Function Power tailgate* Trailer socket 1* Electric parking brake (left...
Function • Fuses A1, A2 and 1–11 are relays/circuit breakers and should only be removed or Circuit breaker: central elec- replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo trical module in the engine service technician. Circuit breaker: fusebox B compartment under the glove compartment •...
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10 Maintenance and servicing Related information Function • Fuses – engine compartment (p. 345) Circuit breaker: fusebox A • Fuses – glove compartment (p. 349) under the glove compartment • Fuses – cargo area/trunk (p. 352) (see Fuses – glove compart- •...
Washing the car Wash off the dirt from the underside Exterior components (wheel housings, fenders, etc). Volvo recommends the use of special clean- The vehicle should be washed at regular inter- • ing products, available at your Volvo retailer, In areas of high industrial fallout, more...
10 Maintenance and servicing Automatic car wash Polishing and waxing CAUTION The vehicle should be washed at regular inter- Normally, polishing is not required during the • Before driving into an automatic car vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots first year after delivery, however, waxing may wash, turn off the optional rain sensor adhere to the paint and may cause damage.
These coat- ings have not been tested by Volvo for Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and Cleaning the interior compatibility with your vehicle's clear coat.
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Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting protect against sunlight's harmful UV rays. and conditioning the steering wheel with Cleaning floor mats Volvo's Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and The floor mats should be vacuumed or CAUTION Leather Softener 943 7429. brushed clean regularly, especially during •...
Make it a habit to check the fin- ish regularly, for instance washing the vehicle. Touch-up if necessary. Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive damage. Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint.
11 Specifications Label information The labels in your vehicle provide information such as the chassis number, paint code, tire inflation pressure, etc.
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(FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Vehicle Emission Control Information. Ministry of Transport (CMVSS) stand- Your Volvo is designed to meet all appli- ards (Canada). Your Volvo is designed to cable emission standards, as evidenced meet all applicable safety standards, as...
11 Specifications Weights The following table lists important weight data for your vehicle. Category Canada Gross vehicle weight 4-cyl. turbo FWD: 2330 kg 4-cyl. turbo FWD : 5140 lbs 5-cyl. turbo AWD: 2390 kg 5-cyl. turbo AWD : 5270 lbs 6-cyl.
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11 Specifications Category Canada Max. trailer weights Without brakes: 1650 lbs Without brakes: 750 kg With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 2,000 lbs With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 900 kg With brakes, 2” ball: 3,300 lbs With brakes, 2” ball: 1500 kg Max.
11 Specifications Engine specifications Some of the engines listed here may not be available in all markets. The following table provides technical data for the respective engines. Engine specifications for Special Edition vehicles may vary. Engine specifications Specifica- 3.2 6-cyl. 3.2 6-cyl.
Refer to the warranty and Service Records information booklet for information on oil CAUTION change intervals and oil type requirements. 4-cylinder engines only: Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recommended for NOTE extreme driving conditions. This vehicle comes from the factory with This oil must never be used in 5- or 6-cyl- synthetic oil.
11 Specifications Oil volume engines may not be available in all markets. Engine specifications for Special Edition vehi- The following table provides technical data for cles may vary. the respective engines. Some of these Engine model Approx. volume (incl. filter) 3.2 (6-cyl.) B6324S4/S5 7.18 US qts (6.8 liters)
11 Specifications Coolant – specification and volume Transmission oil – specification and Brake fluid – specification and volume volumes The table lists coolant volumes and specifica- Brake fluid transfers braking force when the tions. brake pedal is depressed to the master cylin- The table lists transmission oi l volumes and der and to the slave cylinders on each wheel.
Specification Related information Specification:Use a washer antifreeze rec- 18.5 US gallons (70 lit- – • Engine compartment – power steering ommended by Volvo, mixed with water. ers) fluid (p. 329) Volume: Related information • 6.8 US qts (6.5 liters) •...
11 Specifications Air conditioning – specification and volume The air conditioning system in your vehicle contains the following: Refrigerant: R134a (HFC134a) Volume: 1.7 lbs (770 g) Compressor oil: PAG...
11 Specifications Battery specifications 12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alter- If the battery is replaced, replace it with a bat- nator. Single pole system in which the chas- tery of the same cold start capacity as the sis and engine block are used as conductors. original (see the decal on the battery).
11 Specifications Symbols – general information Warning symbols driver with necessary information about one of the vehicle's systems. The following tables list the most common The following tables list the most common warning and indicator lights and symbols and warning and indicator lights and symbols and Related information a reference to where more detailed informa- a reference to where more detailed informa-...
11 Specifications Indicator symbols Symbols in the main instrument panel Symbol Description The following tables list the most common Warning symbols in the instrument Stability system, Hill (p. 72) warning and indicator lights and symbols and panel Descent Control, a reference to where more detailed informa- Symbol Description Trailer Stability...
11 Specifications Information symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description The following tables list the most common Camera sensor, (p. 212) Driver Alert Sys- (p. 224) warning and indicator lights and symbols and laser sensor (p. 205) tem* (Lane a reference to where more detailed informa- Departure Warning) tion can be found.
11 Specifications Information symbols – ceiling console Information symbols – center console Symbol Description The following tables list the most common The following tables list the most common Sensus Info- Bluetooth warning and indicator lights and symbols and warning and indicator lights and symbols and tainment sup- hands-free a reference to where more detailed informa-...
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12 Index Anti-freeze........272, 327 Booster cushions........54 1, 2, 3 ... Anti-lock brake system Brake lights..........265 12-volt sockets........138 warning light......... 73 Brake system Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....265 ABS............. 265 Brake pad inspection......263 Approach lighting......97, 151 checking fluid level......
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12 Index Rear park assist....... 229, 233 Roadside Assistance......... 23 Sensus............. 112 Rear seat head restraints......85 Road sign information (RSI)..... 176 Service connected service booking....321 Rear seats Rollover Protection System (ROPS)..44 center head restraint......84 Shiftlock............. 14 Roll Stability Control (RSC)......
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12 Index Steering wheel Temperature sensor Tire sealing system........310 adjusting..........87 ambient..........77 Top tether anchors (child restraint sys- heated........... 88 Temporary spare tire....... 291 tems)............56 horn............88 Three-way catalytic converter....276 Touching up paint........359 keypad..........88 Tire designations........
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Whiplash Protection System..... 42 Volvo and the environment......21 Windows Volvo ID............. 20 power..........100 Volvo maintenance........318 sun shade........... 100 Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance..23 Windshield Volvo programs......... 23 heated......... 104, 131 rain sensor..........98 Volvo Sensus........... 112 washers..........99 wipers/washers........
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