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to start the seek function. The radio seeks the next audible station and tunes it in. Repeat the procedure


or


Manual station search Press and hold it down. MAN will be shown in the display. The radio scans slowly in the selected direction and will increase the scanning speed after a few seconds. Release the button when the desired frequency appears in the display. The frequency can be fine-tuned by short presses on the The system will remain in manual search mode for 5 seconds after the button is released, after which it will return to seek mode.


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Steering wheel key pad (option) If the vehicle is equipped with the key pad in the steering wheel press the right or left arrow to switch between preset stations.


Storing stations To store a selected station under one of the station setting buttons 1-6: 1. Tune to the desired station. 2. Press the button under which the station is to be stored and keep it depressed. The audio system sound will be interrupted for a few seconds and STORED will appear in the display. The station is now stored. A total of 30 stations can be stored; 6 stations each in AM1, AM2, FM1, FM2, and FM3.


Storing stations automatically This function automatically searches for and stores up to 10 strong AM or FM stations in a separate memory. If more than ten stations are found, the ten strongest ones are stored. This function is especially useful in areas in which you are not familiar with radio stations or their frequencies.


To use the AUTO function: 1. Select radio mode using the AM or FM buttons, or by turning the SOURCE knob. 2. Start the search by pressing AUTO for more than 2 seconds. 3. AUTO appears in the display and a number of stations with strong signals (max. 10) from the selected frequency band will be


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Radio functions HU-650/HU-850 (contd)


stored in the auto-store memory. If there are no stations with sufficient signal strength, NO STATION is displayed. 4. Press the AUTO button or the arrow keys on the optional steering wheel controls briefly to select the stored stations.


When the radio is in auto-store mode, AUTO is shown in the display. AUTO disappears when you return to the normal radio mode. Return to the normal radio mode by pressing the AM, FM, or EXIT button. To return to the Auto-store mode, press the AUTO button briefly.


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RBDS functions HU-650/HU-850


Radio Broadcast Data System - RBDS This feature, which may not be available in your area, functions only with FM broadcasts. The radio in your car is equipped with an advanced system allowing information from broadcasters to be transmitted visually, as text, together with the audio signal. This information is then decoded by the radio and made available for several new and unique features.


The RBDS or Radio Broadcast Data System operates in the FM band only, and the information transmitted is supplied exclusively by participating broadcasters. Volvo has no control over the accuracy of the data or information.


Coverage by local broadcasters may be limited at this time, but as the technology and benefits grow, you will find the radio in your car is equipped to take advantage of this system.


PI (Program Information) Seek: When an FM station has been stored as a preset, the radio also stores RBDS program information if it is available. When the preset is selected at a later time, the radio tries to access updated program information. In weak signal areas, there may be a delay before the station becomes audible. During this delay, "PI seek" will be displayed and there will be no sound. PI seek can be interrupted by pressing EXIT.


Radio text Certain RBDS stations broadcast program information, which can be shown in the display. The text will be shown twice in the display.


To start this function: Press the FM button for several seconds.


To deactivate this function: Press FM briefly. Station information will be shown twice in the display.


Alarm Alarms bulletins are transmitted automatically by certain RBDS stations. The function cannot be deactivated.


"Alarm!" is shown in the radio display when an alarm message is sent. The function is used to warn motorists of serious accidents, etc.


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Program type/station format -PTY The PTY function allows you to find stations whose programs suit your taste. Use the PTY function to select among the different station formats shown in the list.


To select a station format:


1. Select radio mode using the FM button, or by turning the SOURCE knob. 2. Turn the SOURCE knob, select PTY and press SOURCE. 3. Turn the SOURCE knob, select a station format from the list and press SOURCE to confirm the selected station format. The PTY (station format) of the selected station is now shown in the display.


NOTE: Not all RBDS radio stations have PTY designations.


Station formats Format


Display text


PTY OFF Off NEWS News AFFAIRS Current affairs INFO Information SPORT Sports EDUCATION Education DRAMA Drama CULTURE Art and culture SCIENCE Science VARIED Entertainment POP M Pop music ROCK M Rock music EASY M Easy listening LIGHT M Light classics CLASSICS Classical music OTHER M Other music WEATHER Weather Finance FINANCE Religious programs RELIGION Travel Leisure Jazz music Country music National music Oldies Folk music Documentary


TRAVEL LEISURE JAZZ COUNTRY NATION M "OLDIES" FOLK M DOCUMENT


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Index pg. 197 Index A/C (air conditioning) ABS Adjustable steering wheel Air distribution Air quality sensor Air vents Alarm All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive - towing Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Ashtray Audio AUTO (climate control) Automatic Climate Control, ECC Automatic transmission Automatic transmission - kickdown Automatic transmission - Sport mode Average speed AWD Back up light Backrest, rear seat, folding Battery Battery - replacing Belt check Black Box (Vehicle Event Data) Blower (fan) Booster cushion (integrated) Brake circuit Brake fluid Brake light Brake system Bulbs


C Capacities Capacity weight Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning Catalytic converter Ceiling lighting Central locking system - remote control Changing coolant Changing wheels Check Engine warning light Child restraint anchorages Child safety locks Child seat anchors Cigarette lighter Climate control systems -general information Clock Coat hanger Cold weather precautions Coolant Coolant - changing Coolant - checking level of Cooling system Courtesy light Cruise control Curb weight Current fuel consumption Defroster Detachable trailer hitch Door mirror defroster Door mirrors Driving economically DSTC ECC Economical driving Electric socket Electrical system Electrically operated moonroof Electrically operated windows Emission inspection Engine - starting Engine compartment Engine oil


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Engine specifications Environment Federal Clean Air Act FIX NEXT SERVICE Floor mats Fluids Fog light Fog light, rear Front fog light, changing Front park assist Front seat - backrest Front seats Front seats - heated Front seats - manual adjustment Front seats - power Front suspension Fuel Fuel filler cap Fuel filler door Fuel Formulations Fuel gauge Fuel tank, capacity Fuses Gasoline Gear position Geartronic Geartronic - manual shifting General information Generator Generator warning light Glossary of tire terminology Glove compartment Grocery bag holder Gross vehicle weight (GVW) Handling Hazard warning flashers Head restraint - center, rear Headlight wiper blades Headlights Heated front seats High beam flash


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High beam headlights High beam indicator Hoisting the car Home safe lighting HomeLink® Universal Transceiver Hood - opening Ignition switch Immobilizer (start inhibitor) Indicator and warning symbols Inflation pressure tables Inflation pressure, checking Inspection, preparing for Instrument panel Integrated booster cushion Interior Interior lighting Introduction ISOFIX/LATCH anchors Jack Jack, location of Jump starting Keylock Keys Kickdown LATCH (ISOFIX) anchors Lighting panel Load carriers Locking steering wheel Locking the car Locks Long distance trips Long loads - carrying Low beam bulb, changing Low beam headlights Maintenance service Maintenance, periodic Malfunction indicator light Manual transmission Messages in the display


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Moonroof Multifilter with air quality sensor Occupant safety Occupant Weight Sensor Octane rating Odometer Oil pressure Oil quality Opening the trunk from the inside Opening/locking the trunk Owner maintenance P Park Paint - color code Park assist Parking brake Parking light bulb, changing Periodic owner-performed maintenance Permissible axle weight Polishing Power moonroof Power seat Power steering fluid Power steering, speed sensitive Power sunroof PremAir PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Radiator Radio Rain sensor - windshield wipers Reading lights Rear park assist Rear seat, folding backrests Rear suspension Rear window defroster Rearview mirror/door mirrors Recirculation REDUCE SPEED Refrigerant (A/C system) Refueling Remote control - central locking system Replacing the battery


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Side marker lamp 153
Side marker light, changing 69
Ski hatch 123, 125
Snow chains 123
Snow tires 69
Spare wheel 173
Spark plugs 163
Specifications 24
Speedometer 93
Sport mode 98
Stability systems 98
Stability Traction Control (STC) 72
Start inhibitor (immobilizer) 85
Starting the car 29
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Steering wheel adjustment 86
Steering wheel lock 133
Stone chips, touching up 28
STOP ENGINE 65
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Studded tires Sun visor 46
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Temperature control Temperature gauge Text window - messages TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE Tire designations Tires economy - improving Tires inflation Tire inflation pressure tables Tire inflation pressure, checking Tire pressure monitoring system Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tire terminology, glossary of Tires - tread wear indicators Towing - cars with All Wheel Drive Towing a trailer Towing the car Trailer hitch - detachable Trailer indicator lamp Trailer towing Transmission - automatic Transmission - Geartronic Transmission - manual Tread wear indicator Trip computer Trip odometer Trunk Trunk - opening from the inside Trunk - unlocking Turn signals, rear Turn signals Type designations Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unlocking the car Unlocking the trunk Use of Additives Valet key Valet locking Vanity mirror Vanity mirror bulb, changing Vehicle Event Data Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle loading


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Back Cover


Back Cover


Accessory Installation - Important Warning


We strongly recommend that Volvo owners install only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and that accessory


installations be performed only by the factory-trained technicians at your authorized Volvo retailer.


Genuine Volvo accessories are tested to ensure compatibility with the performance, safety, and emission systems in your car. Additionally, your authorized Volvo retailer knows where accessories may and may not be safely installed in your Volvo. In all cases, please consult your authorized Volvo retailer before installing any accessory in or on your car.


Accessories that have not been approved by Volvo may or may not be specifically tested for compatibility with your


car. Additionally, an inexperienced installer may not be familiar with some of your car's systems.


Any of your car's performance and safety systems could be adversely affected if you install accessories that Volvo


has not tested, or if you allow accessories to be installed by someone unfamiliar with your car.


Damage caused by unapproved or improperly installed accessories may not be covered by your new car warranty.


See your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for more warranty information. Volvo assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the installation of non-genuine accessories.


Driver Distraction


Driver distraction results from driver activities that are not directly related to controlling the car in the driving environment. Your new Volvo is, or can be, equipped with many feature-rich entertainment and communication systems. These include hands-free cellular telephones, navigation systems, and multipurpose audio systems. You may also own other portable electronic devices for your own convenience. When used properly and safely, they enrich the driving experience. Improperly used, any of these could cause a distraction.


For all of these systems, we want to provide the following warning that reflects the strong Volvo concern for your


safety:


parked.


Never use these devices or any feature of your vehicle in a way that distracts you from the task of driving safely.


Distraction can lead to a serious accident. In addition to this general warning, we offer the following guidance regarding specific newer features that may be found in your vehicle:


Never use a hand-held cellular telephone while driving. Some jurisdictions prohibit cellular telephone use by a


driver while the vehicle is moving.


If your car is equipped with a navigation system, set and make changes to your travel itinerary only with the vehicle


Never program your audio system while the vehicle is moving. Program radio presets with the vehicle parked, and


use your programmed presets to make radio use quicker and simpler.


Never use portable computers or personal digital assistants while the vehicle is moving.


A driver has a responsibility to do everything possible to ensure his or her own safety and the safety of passengers in the vehicle and others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility.


The following should be checked regularly: *


1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See page 144.


2 Power steering- When cold, the level must not be above the COLD mark and when hot it must not be above the HOT mark. Top up if the level drops to the ADD mark with ATF fluid. See page 145.


3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 144.


4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx. 1.6 US qts (1.5 liters). See page 142.


5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See page 145.


Fuel octane rating, see page 82.


Tire pressure, see label located on the inside of the fuel tank cover.


* Engine oil should be check each time the car is refueled.


Bulb no. Name


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Direction indicator/parking light Low beam High beam Fog light (option) *H3 on R-models Fog light Tail/parking light Brake light Side marker light Direction indicator Backup light


See pages 149-155 for more information on replacing bulbs.


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Introduction


Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times in this (or any other) automobile. And, of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any impairment that could hinder your ability to drive.


Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by the certification labels attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment.


For further information please contact your retailer, or:


In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914 800-458-1552 http://www.volvocars.us


In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Ltd. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road


North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 800-663-8255
http://www.volvocanada.com


General Information


Shiftlock (automatic transmission) When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position. To release the selector from this position, turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front side of the gear selector and move the selector from (P)ark.


Keylock (automatic transmission) When you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch.


Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS system in your car performs a self-diagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches the speed of approximately 12 mph (20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control module. This is normal.


Fuel filler door The fuel filler door, located on the right rear fender, is connected to your car's central locking system. Press the button on the light switch panel (see illustration on page 32) when the car is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the car begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door relocks.


Fuel filler cap After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place. If this cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp ("Check Engine" light) will illuminate.


Important information Before you operate your car for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the new-engine oil consumption information on page 82. You should also be familiar with the information in chapters one, two and four of this manual. Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after operating the vehicle for the first time. The manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be kept in the car for ready access. Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and exhaust emission requirements. In some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these requirements. Modifications to the emission control system(s) may render your Volvo not certifiable for legal operation in the U.S., Canada and other countries. All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Please note that some vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements. Optional equipment described in this manual may not be available in all markets. Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design without notice and without incurring obligation.


WARNING!


CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.


WARNING!


If your vehicle is involved in an accident, unseen damage may affect your vehicle's driveability and safety.


Volvo and the environment


Volvo is committed to the well being of its customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the environment in which we all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvement in reducing our environmental impact. Volvo's environmental activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the overall environmental impact of a product throughout its complete life cycle. In this context, design, production, product use, and recycling are all important considerations. In production, Volvo has partly or completely phased out several chemicals including freons, lead chromates, naphtanates, asbestos, mercury and cadmium; and reduced the amount of chemicals used in our plants 50% since 1991. Volvo was the first in the world to introduce into production a three-way catalytic converter with a Lambda sond, now called oxygen sensor, in 1976. The current version of this highly efficient system reduces emissions of harmful substances (CO, HC, NOx) from the exhaust pipe by approximately 95% and the search to eliminate the remaining emissions continues. Volvo is the only automobile manufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits for the air conditioning system of all models as far back as the 1975 model 240. Advanced electronic engine controls, refined purification systems and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal. After Volvo cars and parts have fulfilled their use, recycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle. The metal content is about 75% of the total weight of a car, which makes the car among the most recycled industrial products. In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling, many Volvo variants have printed dismantling manuals, indicating the weight and material of individual components. For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts weighing more than 1.7 oz. (50 grams) are marked with international symbols that indicate how the component is to be sorted for recycling. In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines, Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles. When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment.


To reduce your vehicle's environmental impact, you can:


Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with improperly inflated tires. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet. Drive at a constant speed. See an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunction indicator) lamp


illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started.


Properly dispose of any vehicle-related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc. When cleaning your car, use Volvo's own car care products, all of which have systematically been adapted to the


environment.


PremAir® On the surface of the radiator in the engine compartment, there is a special coating called PremAir®. PremAir® works as a catalytic converter, converting most of the ground level ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen, thereby reducing harmful ground-level ozone.


PremAir is a registered trademark of Engelhard Corporation.


Instruments, switches and controls


Page 1. Front fog lights 32
2. Headlights/Parking lights/switch for unlocking fuel filler door 32
3. Rear fog light 32
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7. Instrument panel 183
8. Audio controls in steering wheel 9. Windshield wipers 35
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11. Center console switches 12. Climate control 49
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20. Odometer/ Trip odometer/Cruise control indicator 21. Speedometer 22. Turn signal indicators 23. Tachometer 24. Ambient temperature/Clock/Selected gear indicator 25. Fuel gauge 26. Indicator and warning symbols 27. - 28. Panel vents 29. Instrument lighting 30. Lighting panel 31. Reading lights 32. Interior lighting 33. Moonroof control 34. Seat belt reminder 35. Rearview mirror 36. Lock button, for all doors 37. Blocking rear seat power windows 38. Controls, power windows 39. Controls, sideview mirrors 40. Four-C active chassis system (R-models only)


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Contents Safety Instruments and controls Climate control Interior Locks and alarm Starting and driving


Wheels and tires Car care Maintenance and service Specifications Audio Index Back Cover


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Safety pg. 1 Safety


Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects 2
Using seat belts Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Front airbags Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) 12
Side airbags (SIPS) airbags Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) 13
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Inspecting SRS system components 15
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) Child safety 17


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Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects


Volvo Concern for Safety Safety is the Volvo cornerstone. Our concern dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the production line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact zones were designed into Volvo cars long before it was fashionable or required by government regulation. We will not compromise our commitment to safety. We continue to seek out new safety features and to refine those already in our cars. You can help. We would appreciate hearing your suggestions about improving automobile safety. We also want to know if you ever have a safety concern with your car. Call us in the U.S. at: 800-458-1552 or in Canada at: 800-663-8255.


Occupant safety How safely you drive doesn't depend on how old you are but rather on:


How well you see. Your ability to concentrate. How quickly you make decisions under stress to avoid an accident.


The tips listed below are suggestions to help you cope with the ever changing traffic environment.


Never drink and drive. If you are taking any medication, consult your physician about its potential effects on your driving abilities. Take a driver-retraining course. Have your eyes checked regularly.


Keep your windshield and headlights clean. Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks. Take into account the traffic, road, and weather conditions, particularly with regard to stopping distance.


Reporting Safety Defects in the U.S. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of North America. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer, or Volvo Cars of North America. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 202-366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington D. C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.


Volvo strongly recommends that if your vehicle is covered under a service campaign, safety or emission recall or similar action, it should be completed as soon as possible. Please check with your local retailer or Volvo Cars of North America, LLC if your vehicle is covered under these conditions.


NHTSA can be reached at: Internet : http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov


Telephone: 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) (toll free) 1-800-424-9393 (toll free) 1-202-366-0123 (in Washington DC area)


pg. 3 Safety


Using seat belts


Volvo, the inventor of the three-point seat belt, urges you and all occupants of your vehicle to wear seat belts and ensure that children are properly restrained, using an infant, car, or booster seat determined by age, weight and height.


Adjusting the seat belt


Volvo also believes no child should sit in the front seat of a vehicle.


Most states and provinces make it mandatory for occupants of a vehicle to use seat belts.


Seat belt tensioners The seat belts are equipped with tensioners that reduce slack in the belts. These tensioners are triggered in situations where the airbags deploy. The front seat belts also include a tension reducing device which, in the event of a collision, limits the peak forces exerted by the seat belt on the occupant.


Buckling a seat belt Pull the belt out far enough to insert the latch plate into the receptacle until a distinct click is heard. The seat belt retractor is normally "unlocked" and you can move freely, provided that the shoulder belt is not pulled out too far.


The retractor will lock up as follows:


if the belt is pulled out rapidly during braking and acceleration if the vehicle is leaning excessively when driving in turns


When wearing the seat belt remember:


The belt should not be twisted or turned. The lap section of the belt must be positioned low on the hips (not pressing against the abdomen). Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolled up into its retractor and that the shoulder and lap belts are taut.


Sample label found on all seat belts with tensioners


Unbuckling the seat belt To remove the seat belt, press the red section on the seat belt receptacle. Before exiting the vehicle, check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide the belt back into the retractor slot.


Seat belt reminder The seat belt reminder consists of an audible signal, an indicator light above the rearview mirror, and a symbol in the instrument panel that alert the driver and front seat passenger if their seat belts are not fastened.


Seat belt maintenance Check periodically that the seat belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning. Check seat belt mechanism function as follows: attach the seat belt and pull rapidly on the strap.


pg. 4 Safety


WARNING!


- Never use a seat belt for more than one occupant. - Never wear the shoulder portion of the belt under the arm, behind the back or otherwise out of position. Such use could cause injury in the event of an accident. - Seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching and should be replaced after any collision, even if they appear to be undamaged. - Never repair the belt yourself; have this work done by an authorized Volvo service technician only. - Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a detrimental effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision. - The seat back should not be tilted too far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function properly.


- Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt properly fastened.


Seat belt use during pregnancy


Seat belt use during pregnancy The seat belt should always be worn during pregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in the correct way. The diagonal section should wrap over the shoulder then be routed between the breasts and to the side of the belly. The lap section should lay flat over the thighs and as low as possible under the belly. It must never be allowed to ride upward. Remove all slack from the belt and insure that it fits close to the body without any twists.


As a pregnancy progresses, pregnant drivers should adjust their seats and steering wheel such that they can easily maintain control of the vehicle as they drive (which means they must be able to easily operate the foot pedals and steering wheel). Within this context, they should strive to position the seat with as large a distance as possible between their belly and the steering wheel.


Child seats Please refer to page 20 for information on securing child seats with the seat belts.


pg. 5 Safety


Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)


SRS warning light


Supplemental Restraint System As an enhancement to the three-point seat belts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). Volvo's SRS consists of seat belt tensioners, front airbags, side impact airbags, the occupant weight sensor, and inflatable curtains. All of these systems are monitored by the SRS control module. An SRS warning light in the instrument panel (see the illustration above) illuminates when the ignition key is turned to position I, II, or III, and will normally go out after approximately 7 seconds if no faults are detected in the system.


Where applicable, a text message will also be displayed when the SRS warning light illuminates. If this warning


symbol is not functioning properly, the general warning symbol


illuminates and a text message will be displayed.


WARNING!


- If the SRS warning light stays on after the engine has started or if it illuminates while you are driving, have the vehicle inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible. - Never try to repair any component or part of the SRS yourself. Any interference in the system could cause malfunction and serious injury. All work on these systems should be performed by an authorized Volvo service technician.


WARNING!


If your vehicle has been subjected to flood conditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/standing water on the floor of the vehicle) or if your vehicle has become flood-damaged in any way, do not attempt to start the vehicle or put the key in the ignition before disconnecting the battery (see below). This may cause airbag deployment which could result in personal injury. Have the vehicle towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for repairs.


Automatic transmission: Before attempting to tow the vehicle, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to move the gear selector to the neutral position: - Switch off the ignition for at least 10 minutes and disconnect the battery - Wait at least one minute. - Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position II. - Press firmly on the brake pedal. - Move the gear selector from (P)ark to the (N)eutral position.


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Front airbags


The front airbag system The front airbags supplement the three-point seat belts. For these airbags to provide the protection intended, seat belts must be worn at all times.


The front airbag system includes gas generators (1) surrounded by the airbags (2) and a deceleration sensor (3) that activates the gas generators, causing the airbags to be inflated with nitrogen gas.


As the movement of the seats' occupants compresses the airbags, some of the gas is expelled at a controlled rate to provide better cushioning. Both seat belt tensioners also deploy, minimizing seat belt slack. The entire process, including inflation and deflation of the airbags, takes approximately one fifth of a second.


The location of the front airbags is indicated by "SRS AIRBAG" embossed on the steering wheel pad and above the glove compartment, and by decals on both sun visors and on the front and far right side of the dash.


The driver's side front airbag is folded and located in the steering wheel hub. The passenger's side front airbag is folded behind a panel located above the glove compartment.


Passenger's side airbag - above glove compartment


WARNING!


- The airbags in the vehicle are designed to be a SUPPLEMENT to-not a replacement for-the three-point seat belts. For maximum protection, wear seat belts at all times. Be aware that no system can prevent all possible injuries that may occur in an accident. - Never drive a vehicle with a steering wheel-mounted airbag with your hands on the steering wheel pad/airbag housing. - The front airbags are designed to help prevent serious injury. Deployment occurs very quickly and with considerable force. During normal deployment and depending on variables such as seating position, one may experience abrasions, bruises, swellings, or other injuries as a result from deployment of one or both of the airbags. - When installing any accessory equipment, make sure that the front airbag system is not damaged. Any interference in the system could cause malfunction.


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Front airbag deployment


The front airbags are designed to deploy during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or decelerations, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The airbags may also deploy in certain non-frontal collisions where rapid deceleration occurs.


The SRS sensors, which trigger the front airbags, are designed to react to both the impact of the collision and the


inertial forces generated by it, and to determine if the intensity of the collision is sufficient for the seat belt tensioners and/or airbags to be deployed.


However, not all frontal collisions activate the front airbags.


If the collision involves a nonrigid object (e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixed object at a low speed, the


front airbags will not necessarily deploy.


Front airbags do not normally deploy in a side impact collision, in a collision from the rear or in a rollover situation. The amount of damage to the bodywork does not reliably indicate if the airbags should have deployed or not.


NOTE:


Deployment of front airbags occurs only one time during an accident. In a collision where deployment occurs, the airbags and seat belt tensioners activate. Some noise occurs and a small amount of powder is released. The release of the powder may appear as smoke-like matter. This is a normal characteristic and does not indicate fire.


Volvo's dual-threshold, dual-stage front airbags use special sensors that are integrated with the front seat buckles.


The point at which the airbag deploys is determined by whether or not the seat belt is being used, as well as the severity of the collision.


Collisions can occur where only one of the airbags deploys. If the impact is less severe, but severe enough to present a clear injury risk, the dual-stage airbags are triggered at 70% of their total capacity. If the impact is more severe, the dual-stage airbags are triggered at full capacity.


Should you have questions about any component in the SRS system, please contact a trained and qualified Volvo


service technician or Volvo Customer Support:


In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914 800-458-1552 http://www.volvocars.us


In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Ltd. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 800-663-8255
http://www.volvocanada.com


WARNING!


- Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend that occupants under 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) in height who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt fastened. - Never drive with the airbags deployed. The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your vehicle. Other safety systems can also be damaged. - The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are deployed can cause skin and eye irritation in the event of prolonged exposure.


See also the Occupant Weight Sensor information on page 9.


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WARNING!


- Children must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat. Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a passenger-side front airbag. See page 20 for guidelines. - Occupants in the front passenger's seat must never sit on the edge of the seat, sit leaning toward the instrument panel or otherwise sit out of position. - The occupant's back must be as upright as comfort allows and be against the seat back with the seat belt properly fastened. - Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not on the dash, seat or out of the window.


WARNING!


- No objects or accessory equipment, e.g. dashboard covers, may be placed on, attached to, or installed near the air bag hatch (the area above the glove compartment) or the area affected by airbag deployment (see the illustration on page 6). - There should be no loose articles, e.g. coffee cups, on the floor, seat, or dashboard area. - Never try to open the airbag cover on the steering wheel or the passenger's side dashboard. This should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants.


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Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) indicator light


Disabling the passenger's side front airbag Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than four feet seven inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag, and be properly restrained for their size and weight. See also the child safety recommendations on page 20.


The passenger's side front airbag is automatically enabled/disabled by the Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS), a system that monitors the weight of the person or object in the front passenger's seat. The system consists of a silicone-filled bag located under the padding in the front passenger's seat cushion, a control module located under this seat, and a seat belt tension sensor, located on the outboard side of the seat.


The OWS system continuously monitors the pressure on the front passenger's seat cushion and the tension applied to the seat belt. Based on this data, OWS assesses the weight of the occupant or object in the front passenger's seat. This information is transmitted to the SRS system control module, which enables or disables the passenger's side front airbag accordingly, as indicated in the table to the right.


If the system is functioning normally, the status of the front passenger's side airbag (enabled/disabled) will be shown by the OWS indicator light as explained in the table to the right. The OWS indicator light is separate and in addition to the SRS warning light in the instrument panel.


NOTE: When the ignition is switched on, the OWS indicator light will go on for up to 10 seconds while the system performs a self-diagnostic test and then go out. However, if a fault is detected in the system:


The OWS indicator light will stay on The SRS warning light (see page 5) will come on and stay on The message PASS. AIRBAG OFF SERVICE URGENT will be displayed in the information display.


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WARNING!


If a fault in the system is detected and indicated as explained on the previous page, be aware that the passenger's side front airbag will not deploy in the event of a collision.


In this case, the safety systems and Occupant Weight Sensor should be inspected by an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible.


Modifications If you are considering modifying your vehicle in any way to accommodate a disability, for example by altering or adapting the driver's or front passenger's seat(s) and/or airbag systems, please contact Volvo at:


In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914 800-458-1552


In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Ltd. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 800-663-8255


WARNING!


- No objects that add to the total weight on the seat should be placed on the front passenger's seat. If a child is seated in the front passenger's seat with any additional weight, this extra weight could cause the OWS system to enable the airbag, which might cause it to deploy in the event of a collision, thereby injuring the child. - The seat belt should never be wrapped around an object on the front passenger's seat. This could interfere with the OWS system's function. - The front passenger's seat belt should never be used in a way that exerts more pressure on the passenger than normal. This could increase the pressure exerted on the weight sensor by a child, and could result in the airbag being enabled, which might cause it to deploy in the event of a collision, thereby injuring the child.


WARNING!


- Never try to open, remove, or repair any components in the OWS system. This could result in system malfunction. Maintenance or repairs should only be carried out by an authorized Volvo service technician. - The front passenger's seat should not be modified in any way. This could reduce pressure on the seat cushion, which might interfere with the OWS system's function.


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WARNING!


Keep the following points in mind with respect to the OWS system. Failure to follow these instructions could adversely affect the systemÕs function and result in serious injury to the occupant of the front passengerÕs seat: - The full weight of the front seat passenger should always be on the seat cushion. The passenger should never lift him/herself off the seat cushion using the armrest in the door or the center console, by pressing the feet on the floor, by sitting on the edge of the seat cushion, or by pressing against the backrest in a way that reduces pressure on the seat cushion. This could cause OWS to disable the front passengerÕs side airbag. - Do not place any type of object on the front passenger's seat in such a way that jamming, pressing, or squeezing occurs between the object and the front seat, other than as a direct result of the correct use of the ALR/ ELR seat belt (see page 20). - No objects should be placed under the front passengerÕs seat. This could interfere with the OWS systemÕs function.


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2 0 0 6 VOLVO


S60


Instruments and controls


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Instrument panel 24
Indicator and warning symbols 25
Switches in the center console 29
Steering wheel adjustment 31
Lighting panel 32
Manually unlocking the fuel filler door 33
Left-side steering wheel lever 34
Right-side steering wheel lever 35
Hazard warning flashers, rear window/sideview mirror defroster, heated front seats 37
38
Trip computer (option) Cruise control 39
41
Parking brake, electric socket/cigarette lighter 42
Electrically operated windows Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors 44
46
Power moonroof (option)


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Instrument panel


1. Turn signal indicators - right/left


2. Text window The text window displays information and warning messages.


3. Temperature gauge The pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge when driving. Do not drive the car if the warning light is


on. The text window will provide you with additional information. If the engine temperature remains high, check coolant level - see page 140.


4. Trip odometer The trip odometers are used for measuring shorter distances. The right-hand digit gives tenth of a mile/kilometer. Press the button for more than 2 seconds to reset. Change between trip odometers 1 and 2 using one short press on the button.


5. Odometer


6. Speedometer


7. Warning symbol


8. High beam indicator


9. Tachometer Indicates engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not drive for long with the needle in the red section. The engine has an built-in function preventing excessively high engine speeds. When this function operates, you may discern some pulsation, which in that case is quite normal.


10. Gear and driving mode indicator The currently selected driving mode is displayed here. If you use the optional Geartronic function on the automatic transmission, the currently selected gear will be displayed.


11. Ambient temperature gauge This display indicates the air temperature outside your car. A "snowflake" symbol in the text window is displayed when the temperature is in the range of 23 - 36° F (-5 - +2° C). Please note that this symbol does not indicate a fault with your car. At low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient temperature.


12. Clock/set button Turn the button to set the clock.


13. Fuel gauge The fuel tank holds approximately: Front wheel drive, non-turbo models -: 18.5 US gals (70 liters) All turbo models -: 18 US gals (68 liters) When a warning light in the gauge comes on, there are approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank.


14. Indicator and warning symbols


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Indicator and warning symbols


The indicator and warning symbols light up when you turn the ignition key to the driving position (position II) before starting. This shows that the symbols are functioning. When the engine starts, all symbols go out. If the engine is not started within 5 seconds, all symbols except CHECK ENGINE and go out. Certain symbols may not have their functions illustrated, depending on the car's equipment. The symbol for the parking brake goes out when the parking brake is released.


Warning symbol This symbol shines as a red or yellow light depending on the severity of the discovered fault.


in center of the instrument panel


Red symbol - Stop the vehicle as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in the text window. The symbol and accompanying text will remain on until the fault has been corrected.


Yellow symbol - Follow the instructions shown in the text window. The text can be erased by pressing the READ button (see page 28), or will disappear automatically after two minutes.


When the message "TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE" is displayed, the text can be erased and the yellow symbol light can be turned off by pressing the READ button. The text will disappear and the symbol light will go out automatically after two minutes.


Anti-lock brake system ABS


If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will still function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection. See page 97 for additional information.


Stability Traction Control (STC)* system or Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC) system**


This indicator light will flash when STC or DSTC is actively working to stabilize the car. See page 98 for more detailed information.


BRAKE Brake failure warning light If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. See page 141 for reservoir position and page 145 for instructions.


Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:


If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in the brake system.


Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine. Restart the engine. If both warning lights go off, no further action is required. If both lights are still on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid


level (see page 141 for the location of the brake fluid reservoir).


* Standard on all models except the T5 turbo.


** Standard on the T5 turbo, option on all other models.


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Indicator and warning symbols (contd)


WARNING!


If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed in the text window: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected.


If the brake fluid level is above the MIN mark, drive carefully to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake


system inspected.


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Supplemental Restraint System SRS


If this light comes on while the car is being driven, or remains on for longer than approximately 10 seconds after the car has been started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions have detected a fault in a seat belt lock or tensioner, a front airbag, side impact airbag, and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s) inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible.


Generator warning light


If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked.


Seat belt reminder


This symbol lights up to indicate that the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.


Tire pressure monitoring light


See page 117 for more information on this function.


PARK BRAKE Parking brake applied This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the front seats.


Canadian models are equipped with this symbol.


Rear fog light


This light indicates that the fog light is on.


Turn signal indicator - trailer (certain models)


If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not flash when signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals nor the car's turn signals are functioning.


Oil pressure warning light


If the light comes on while driving, stop the car and then stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level. See page 143. R-models are also equipped with an oil level warning system. If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.


CHECK ENGINE Malfunction indicator light


On-Board Diagnostic II (OBDII): As you drive, a computer called "OBDII" monitors your car's engine, transmission, electrical and emission systems. The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the computer senses a condition that potentially may need correcting. When this happens, please have your car checked by a Volvo retailer as soon as


possible.


A CHECK ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice a change in your car's behavior. Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission cleanliness, and driveability. Extended driving without correcting the cause could even damage other components in your car.


Canadian models are equipped with this warning light.


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Indicator and warning symbols (contd)


Messages in the text window When a warning light in the instrument panel comes on, a message is also displayed in the text window. After you have read the message, you can erase it by pressing button A (see illustration).


NOTE: Certain messages cannot be erased until the condition has been corrected.


If a warning message is displayed when e.g. you are using the trip computer this message must be erased before you can access the function of your choice. Press button A to erase the warning message.


You can scroll through the stored messages by pressing button A (see illustration). The text window can be cleared (the message will be returned to memory) by pressing button A again.


Stop and switch off the engine - to help prevent serious risk of damage.


Take your car to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection immediately.


Meaning: Stop and switch off the engine - to help prevent serious risk of damage.


Message STOP SAFELY: STOP ENGINE: SERVICE URGENT: SEE MANUAL: Refer to your owner's manual. For additional information, please contact your Volvo retailer. SERVICE REQUIRED: FIX NEXT SERVICE: Have the system affected inspected at the next scheduled maintenance service. TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE:


This message will be displayed at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals, after 750 hours of driving or after 12 months, whichever occurs first, to remind the driver that the service interval has been exceeded. The message will be displayed for 2 minutes each time the vehicle is started until reset by the servicing retailer.


Take your car to an authorized Volvo retailer for inspection at your convenience (but preferably before the next scheduled maintenance service).


1) OIL LEVEL


LOW - FILL OIL* 2) OIL LEVEL LOW - STOP SAFELY* 2) OIL LEVEL LOW - STOP ENGINE* 2) OIL LEVEL LOW - SEE MANUAL*


Check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 143


Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 143


Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 143


Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 143


* These messages apply to R-line models only. 1) Yellow warning symbol, see page 25. 2) Red warning symbol, see page 25.


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Switches in the center console


The positions of these buttons may vary, depending on the specifications of the vehicle


Four-C active chassis system (option) Please see page 95 for information on adjusting the active chassis


settings.


Stability Traction Control (STC)/Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC) (option)


Press this switch for at least half a second to turn the Spin Control (SC) function of the STC/DSTC system on or off. An LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the system is on. See page 98 for more information on STC/DSTC. The SC function should be switched off if you, for any reason, temporarily have to drive with tires of different dimensions (e.g., spare tire).


R-models only: The Active Yaw Control function can be deactivated. See page 98 for more information.


To help reduce the risk that the SC function is turned off inadvertently, the switch must be held in for at least half a second to disable this function. "STC/DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF" will be displayed in the text window.


This function will be automatically reactivated when the engine is restarted.


WARNING!


Please be aware that the car's handling characteristics may be affected if the Spin Control function is switched off.


Folding head restraints This button is used to fold down the outboard rear head restraints. The ignition key must be in position I or II or the engine must be running.


NOTE: If the head restraints have been folded down, they must be returned to their original position manually. The head restraints should be in the upright position before the rear seat backrests are folded down.


WARNING!


For safety reasons, no one should be allowed to sit in the outboard rear seat positions if the head restraints are folded down. If these positions are occupied, the head restraints should be in the upright (fixed) position.


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Valet lock (trunk lock) Pressing this switch locks the trunk, even if the doors are unlocked. The trunk will remain locked even if the doors are locked/unlocked using the master key or the remote control. To use this function:


Turn the master key to position II. Press the "Valet lock" button. An LED in the button will light up and "VALET LOCK ON" will be displayed on the


text window to indicate that this function is activated.


The function can be turned off (deactivated) by turning the ignition key to position II and pressing the "Valet lock"


button again (the LED in the button will go out and "VALET LOCK OFF" will be displayed in the text window).


Temporarily disconnecting the alarm sensors (option) See page 79 for more details.


12 volt socket This 12 volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The ignition key must be in position 1 (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.


NOTE: The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Volvo retailer.


Front/rear park assist (option/accessory) See page 109 for more information on this function.


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Steering wheel adjustment


Both the height and the reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position for the driver. Pull down the lever on the left of the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable position and press the lever back into place to lock the steering wheel in the new position. Check that the steering wheel is locked in the new position.


WARNING!


Never adjust the steering wheel while driving.


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Lighting panel


1. Headlight/parking light switch 2. Front fog lights 3. Rear fog light 4. Instrument panel lighting 5. Fuel filler door unlock button


Parking lights The front and rear parking lights can be turned on even when the ignition is switched off.


Turn switch 1 to position


. parking lights are switched on.


Headlights


Turn the ignition key to position II. The low beam headlights (daytime running lights) illuminate automatically, except when the light switch (1) is in


position 1.


See page 34 for information on switching between high and low beams.


NOTE: Bi-Xenon headlights (option): Turn the headlight switch to position 0 to activate a daylight sensor, which automatically switches the low beams on or off, depending on ambient light conditions. When driving in daylight, the headlights will switch off and the daytime running lights will come on. In darkness, the daytime running lights will switch off and the Bi-Xenon headlights will switch on.


Foglights Front fog lights (option) The front fog lights can be used in combination with either the headlights or the parking lights.


Turn the ignition key to position II. Press button 2 to turn on the front fog lights. An indicator light in the button illuminates when the front fog lights are


on.


Rear fog light The single rear fog light is located in the driver's side tail light cluster.


The rear fog light will only function in combination with the high/low beam headlights or the optional front fog lights.


Turn the ignition key to position II. Press button 3 to turn on the rear fog light.


An indicator light in the button illuminates when the rear fog light is on.


NOTE: The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150 meters).


Instrument panel lighting The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition key is in position II and the light switch (1) is in either


position


or


Move the thumb wheel (4) up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness.


Unlocking the fuel filler door Press button 5 when the car is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the car begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door relocks.


NOTE: If the fuel filler door does not unlock after the button has been pressed, drive the car


1. On Canadian models, the daytime running lights will remain on with the light switch in this position.


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Manually unlocking the fuel filler door


at a speed of at least 5 mph (8 km/h), stop the car, and press the button again.


See the information to the right on unlocking the fuel filler door manually.


Manually unlocking the fuel filler door The electric motor that controls the fuel filler door locking mechanism is located on the inside of the rear fender on the passenger side of the car, just behind the fuel filler door. To unlock this door manually:


1. Turn the knob (A) 1/4 turn counterclockwise to release the cover panel (B).


2. Fold down the cover panel to access the electric motor (C).


3. Press the catch (D) rearward to unlock the fuel filler door, or forward to lock the door.


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Left-side steering wheel lever


Lever positions 1. Turn signals, lane change position 2. Turn signals, position for normal turns 3. High beam flash 4. Toggle between high and low beams, Home Safe lighting


Turn signals When turning Move the lever as far up or down as possible (to position 2) to start the turn signals. The turn signals will be cancelled automatically by the movement of the steering wheel, or the lever can be returned to its initial position by hand.


When changing lanes The driver can flash the turn signals by moving the turn signal lever up or down to position 1 and releasing it. The turn


signals will flash until the lever has been released.


NOTE: If the turn signal indicator flashes faster than normal, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb.


High/low beam headlights Continuous high beams


Turn the ignition key to position II. With the light switch (1) in position , (see page 32) pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel (position 4) to


toggle between high and low beams (this also applies on models equipped with the optional Bi-Xenon headlights).


High beam flash


Turn the ignition key to position II. Pull the turn signal lever to position 3. The high beams will remain on until the lever is released.


Home safe lighting When you leave your car at night, you can make use of the home safe lighting function to illuminate the area in front of the car.


Remove the key from the ignition switch. Pull the direction indicator lever as far as possible towards the steering wheel (to position 4) and release it. Exit the car and lock the doors.


The headlights and parking lights will illuminate and remain on for 301, 60 or 90 seconds. The time interval can be changed by an authorized Volvo retailer.


1. Factory setting


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Right-side steering wheel lever


Windshield wipers


Windshield wipers off


If the lever is in the 0 position and you move it upwards, the wipers will sweep one stroke at a time for as long as you hold the lever up.


Intermittent wiper function


With the lever in this position, you can set the wiper interval by twisting the control ring 1 upward to increase wiper speed or downward to decrease the speed.


Rain sensor (option) The rain sensor automatically regulates wiper speed according to the amount of water on the windshield. The sensitivity of the sensor can be adjusted by twisting ring 1 up (the wipers will sweep the windshield more


frequently) or down (the wipers will sweep the windshield less frequently).


Activating the rain sensor: 1. Turn the ignition key to at least position I and put the windshield wiper lever in position 0. 2. Press button 2. An LED in the button will light up to indicate that the rain sensor is active.


Deactivating the rain sensor:


Press button 2.


or


Move the windshield wiper lever down to another position.


Moving the lever up will not deactivate the rain sensor. Doing so will cause the wipers to sweep the windshield until the lever is released, at which time the wipers return to rain sensor mode.


Continuous wiper function


Wipers operate at "high" speed


CAUTION: The rain sensor should be deactivated when washing the car in an automatic car wash, etc. If the rain sensor function is left on, the wipers will start inadvertently in the car wash and could be damaged.


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Headlight wiper/washer (certain models) When the lever is pulled to wash the windshield, high pressure jets mounted in the bumper will spray the headlights.


CAUTION: Use ample washer fluid when washing the windshield to avoid scratching the glass.


To conserve washer fluid in driving conditions where the windshield washers are used frequently, the headlights will


only be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed within a 10- minute period.


When approximately 1 US quart (1 liter) remains in the washer fluid reservoir, the headlights will not be washed


when the lever is pulled to conserve washer fluid for the windshield.


NOTE: R-models are also equipped with headlight wipers, which are activated along with the washer function.


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Hazard warning flashers, rear window/sideview mirror defroster, heated front seats


Hazard warning flashers The four-way flasher should be used to indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic hazard. To activate the flashers, press the triangular button in the center dash. Press the button again to turn off the flashers.


NOTE: Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary, depending on where you live.


Sideview mirror and rear window defroster Press the switch to start heating the rear window and sideview mirrors to remove ice or condensation. An LED in the switch will light up.


A timer automatically switches off the heating to the sideview mirrors after approximately 6 minutes and to the rear window after approximately 12 minutes. The LED will go out correspondingly.


Heated front seats (option)


The front seat heating can be switched on and off as required. Press the switch once for maximum seat heating. Both LEDs in the switch will be lit. Press the switch a second time for comfort heating. One LED in the switch will be lit. Press the switch a third time to turn the heating off completely. The seat heating for the passenger seat should be


switched off when the seat is not occupied.


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Trip computer (option)


The trip computer stores information gathered from several systems in your car and has four menus that can be displayed in the text window.


Driving distance on current fuel reserve Average fuel consumption Current fuel consumption Average speed


Current speed in mph (Canadian models only)


NOTE: Warning messages from the car's monitoring systems will override the trip computer function. If a warning message is displayed in the text window while you are using the trip computer, you must acknowledge the message by pressing button A. Press button A again to return to the trip computer function.


Trip computer controls and functions The four* trip computer functions can be accessed by twisting control B one step at a time in either direction. Twisting a fifth** time returns you to the original function.


The trip computer can be reset (current data will be erased from system memory) by pressing RESET (button C).


1. Driving distance on current fuel reserve This function shows the approximate distance that can be driven on the fuel remaining in the tank. This calculation is based on average fuel consumption during the last 12 miles (20 km) of driving and the amount of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading was taken.


When the driving distance on current fuel reserve is less than 12 miles (20 km), "----" will be displayed in the text window.


2. Average fuel consumption This value indicates fuel consumption since the last time the trip computer was reset (by pressing RESET, button C). When the engine is switched off, information on fuel consumption is stored and remains in system memory until the RESET (button C) is pressed again.


3. Current fuel consumption This value indicates the current fuel consumption, based on readings taken once per second. When the car is not moving, "----" will be displayed.


4. Average speed This value indicates average speed since the last time the trip computer was reset (by pressing RESET, button C). When the engine is switched off, information on average speed is stored and remains in system memory until the RESET (button C) is pressed again.


5. Current speed in miles per hour (Canadian models only) This function provides the driver with an instantaneous conversion of the car's current speed from km/h to mph.


NOTE: Trip computer readings may vary slightly depending on the circumferences of the tires on the car.


*Five functions on Canadian models **A sixth time on Canadian models


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Cruise control


Cruise control The cruise control panel is located on the left side of the steering wheel hub.


Engaging cruise control Press the CRUISE button. CRUISE will be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.


NOTE: This does not set the vehicle's speed.


Setting speed Press + or - to set the current speed. CRUISE-ON will be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.


Increasing or decreasing speed Use + or - in the following ways to increase or decrease the vehicle's speed:


Press and hold down + or - until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. Press + or - for approximately a half second and release the button to increase or decrease vehicle speed by


approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).


NOTE: Cruise control will not function at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).


Braking


Cruise control is automatically disengaged when the brake pedal is depressed. The currently set speed is stored in


memory.


Pressing resume


will return the vehicle to the previously set speed.


Acceleration Momentary acceleration, such as when passing another vehicle, does not affect cruise control operation. The vehicle will automatically return to the previously set speed when you release the accelerator pedal.


Disengaging cruise control To disengage cruise control, press the CRUISE button. CRUISE or CRUISE-ON will no longer be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.


NOTE: Cruise control is automatically disengaged if:


the engine is switched off the gear selector is placed in (N)eutral the wheels start to spin or lock if an increase in speed is maintained for more than one minute if the vehicle's speed falls below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).


Temporarily disengaging cruise control


Press 0 to temporarily disengage cruise control. CRUISE will be displayed in the information window in the


instrument panel.


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Press the brake pedal.


Press "resume"


to return to the previously set speed.


WARNING!


Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Cruise control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades.


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Parking brake, electric socket/cigarette lighter


Parking brake (hand brake) The lever is situated between the front seats. The brake is applied to the rear wheels. The indicator light in the instrument panel will light up to indicate when the parking brake is applied. Apply the parking brake by pulling up firmly on the lever. Release the parking brake by depressing the button at the end of the lever and lowering the lever completely.


Auxiliary 12 volt socket (option in rear seat)


WARNING!


Always use the parking brake (hand brake) when parking. On hills, also turn the front wheels toward the curb. The indicator light in the instrument panel will light up even if the parking brake is applied only slightly. Be sure to pull the lever up sufficiently


Auxiliary sockets These 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key must be in position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.


The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Volvo retailer.


NOTE: The cover should be folded down when the auxiliary socket is not in use.


Ashtrays Volvo cars in North America do not have an ashtray in the front seat as standard equipment. If you want to have an ashtray in the front seat, please contact your Volvo retailer.


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Electrically operated windows The electrically operated windows are controlled by buttons in the arm rests. The ignition switch must be ON * (ignition key in position I, II or the engine running) for the electrically operated windows to function.


To lower: Press down the front edge of the button to the first detent ("stop").


To raise: Lightly pull up the front edge of the button to the first detent ("stop").


* The electrically operated windows will also function after the ignition has been switched off as long as neither of the front doors has been opened.


Auto up/down function (front doors only): Either front door window can be opened or closed automatically.


Auto down: Press the front part of the button as far down as possible and release it immediately. To stop the window at any time, pull the button up.


Auto up: Pull the front part of the button up as far as possible and release it immediately. To stop the window at any time, press the button down.


A - front windows, B - rear windows


NOTE: The electrically operated windows in the front seat have an overload protecting circuit breaker which reverses movement of the electrically operated windows to their starting points if they are obstructed in any way. Thereafter the windows will operate normally again.


WARNING!


Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is unattended. Make sure that childrens' hands are clear before raising the windows. Never leave children unattended in the car.


Cutout switch for rear windows


Cutout switch for rear windows The electrically operated rear door windows can be disabled by a switch located on the driver's door (see illustration).


If the LED in the switch is OFF: The rear door windows can be raised or lowered with the buttons on the rear door armrests or with the buttons on the driver's door armrest.


If the LED in the switch is ON: The rear door windows can only be raised or lowered with the buttons on the driver's door armrest.


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Electrically operated window on the front passenger's side The control for the electrically operated window on the front passenger's seat operates that window only.


Electrically operated windows in the rear doors. The rear door windows can be operated with the control on each door and the switch on the driver's door. If the LED in the switch for blocking electrically operated windows in the rear doors (located in the driver's door control panel) is on, the rear door windows can only be operated from the driver's door.


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Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors


Rearview mirror


A Normal position


B Night position, reduces glare from following headlights


Autodim function (option) The autodim function reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare.


NOTE: This function is automatically switched off when the gear selector is placed in the Reverse position.


Electrically operated sideview mirrors The mirror control switches are located on the driver's door armrest.


Driver's side: Press the L switch (an LED in the switch will light up) to activate the adjustment control and then use this control to adjust the driver's door mirror.


Passenger's door: Press the R switch (an LED in the switch will light up) and then use the adjustment control to adjust the passenger's door mirror.


After you have adjusted the mirror(s), press the L or R switch again (the LED will go out) to deactivate the adjustment control.


WARNING!


The mirrors should always be adjusted prior to driving. Objects seen in the passenger's side wide-angle sideview mirror are closer than they appear to be.


Remote central locking and sideview mirror memory-option If you lock the car and later unlock it with the same remote control and open the driver's door, the sideview mirrors (and the driver's seat) will automatically move to the position they were in when you left the car. This feature will work in the same way with all of the remote control transmitters (up to 3) that you use with your car. This feature will not function if you lock your car with the key.


Water repellent glass-option


The sideview mirrors and side door windows can be treated with a water repellent coating. The optional laminated side windows always have this coating.


The coating improves vision by causing the water to run off quickly.


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Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors (contd)


See page 131 for information on cleaning this type of glass.


CAUTION: - Use the heating function to remove ice, snow, or mist from the mirrors. - Use only suitable plastic scrapers to remove ice or snow from the mirrors. Using a metal ice scraper could damage the water repellent coating.


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Power moonroof (option)


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