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2 0 0 7 VOLVO


S60


VOLVO OWNER'S MANUAL S60


pg. 1 Introduction


Welcome to the worldwide family of Volvo owners. We hope 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, LLC Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
1-800-458-1552
www.volvocars.us


In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. National Customer Service


175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255
www.volvocanada.com


2006 © Volvo Car Corporation


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General Information


Shiftlock (automatic transmission) When your vehicle 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 the ignition is switched off, 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 vehicle 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 vehicle's central locking system.


Press the button on the light switch panel (see illustration on page 53) when the vehicle is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the vehicle 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) may indicate a fault.


Important information Before you operate your vehicle for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the new-engine oil consumption information on page 49. You should also be familiar with the information in chapters one, two and eight 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 vehicle 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.


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Introduction


WARNING!


CALIFORNIA proposition 65
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 drivability and safety.


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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 vehicles 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 vehicle, which makes the vehicle 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 vehicle'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 vehicle, use Volvo's own vehicle care products, all of which have systematically been adapted


to the environment.


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Important warnings


Accessory Installation


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 vehicle. 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 vehicle.


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


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


Any of your vehicle'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 vehicle.


Damage caused by unapproved or improperly installed accessories may not be covered by your new vehicle


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 vehicle 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:


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.


vehicle parked.


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


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.


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Contents


Safety Instruments and controls Climate control Interior Locks and alarm Starting and driving Wheels and tires Vehicle care Maintenance and service Specifications Audio Index


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2 0 0 7
VOLVO


S60


Safety


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Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects 10
12
Seat belts 15
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 16
Front airbags Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) 20
24
Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags 25
Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) 26
28
Child safety 31
Child restraint systems Infant seats 33
35
Convertible seats 37
Booster cushions ISOFIX lower anchors 38
39
Top tether anchors


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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 vehicles 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 vehicles. 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 vehicle. 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, LLC. 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, LLC.


To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington D.C. 20590.


You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from:


http://www.safecar.gov


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.gov Telephone: 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).


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Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects


Reporting safety defects in Canada If you believe your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.


To contact Transport Canada, call (800) 333-0510, or (613) 993-9851 if you are calling from the Ottawa region.


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Seat belts


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.


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.


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.


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Seat belts


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 31 for information on securing child seats with the seat belts.


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.


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Seat belts


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.


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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)


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 and the airbags. A deceleration sensor 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.


WARNING!


housing.


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


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 airbags


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, LLC Customer Care Center


P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
1-800-458-1552
www.volvocars.us


In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255
www.volvocanada.com


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Front airbags


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 fastened1.


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.


prolonged exposure.


The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are deployed can cause skin and eye irritation in the event of


1. See also the Occupant Weight Sensor information on page 20.


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Front airbags


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 30 for guidelines.


Occupants in the front passenger's seat must never sit on the edge of the seat, sit leaning toward the instrument


The occupant's back must be as upright as comfort allows and be against the seat back with the seat belt properly


panel or otherwise sit out of position.


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 16).


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)


Disabling the passenger's side front airbag Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the rear seat of any vehicle with a passenger's side front airbag, and be properly restrained. Children should always be seated in child restraints appropriate for their size and weight. See also the child safety recommendations beginning on page 31.


The Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (will not inflate) the passenger's side front airbag under certain conditions.


The OWS works with sensors that are part of the front passenger's seat and seat belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger's side front airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or disabled (will not inflate).


The OWS will disable (will not inflate) the passenger's side front airbag when:


the front passenger's seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects in the front seat, the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant seat that is installed according to the


the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing child restraint that is installed according to


manufacturer's instructions,


the manufacturer's instructions,


the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, a child or a small person occupies the front passenger's seat.


The OWS uses a PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator light which will illuminate and stay on to remind you that the passenger's side front airbag is disabled. The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator light is located in the overhead console, near the base of the rearview mirror.


NOTE: The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is turned on to confirm it is functional. When the front passenger's seat is not occupied (empty seat) or in the event that the passenger's side front airbag is enabled (may inflate), the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will be off.


However, if a fault is detected in the system:


The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator light will stay on. The SRS warning light (see page 15) will come on and stay on. The message PASS. AIRBAG OFF SERVICE


URGENT will be displayed in the information display.


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Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)


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.


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.


The OWS is designed to disable (will not inflate) the passenger's side front airbag when a rear facing infant seat, a forward-facing child restraint, or a booster seat is detected. The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will illuminate and stay on to remind you that the passenger's side front airbag is disabled (see the following table).


The OWS is designed to enable (may inflate) the passenger's side front airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger's seat. The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will be off and remain off.


If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger's seat, but the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is on, it is possible that the person isn't sitting properly in the seat. If this happens:


Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in an upright position.


1. Volvo recommends that children always be properly restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats. In rare situations when the seat belt is not properly fastened, some child restraints may not be detected by the OWS because there is very little weight on the vehicle seat cushion. In these cases the passenger's side front airbag may be disabled, but the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will not be lit. Do not assume that the passenger's side front airbag is disabled unless the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is lit. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed (turn the vehicle off, remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer's instructions) and that the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is on, or move the child restraint to the rear seat.


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Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)


Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person's legs comfortably extended. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to


detect that person and enable the passenger's frontal airbag.


If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp remains on even after this, the person should be advised to ride


in the rear seat.


This condition reflects limitations of the OWS classification capability. It does not indicate OWS malfunction.


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, LLC Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
1-800-458-1552


In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255


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.


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Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)


WARNING!


Keep the following points in mind with respect to the OWS system. Failure to follow these instructions could adversely affect the system's function and result in serious injury to the occupant of the front passenger's 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 passenger's 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 30).


No objects should be placed under the front passenger's seat. This could interfere with the OWS system's


function.


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Side impact (SIPS) airbags


Side impact airbags - front seats only As an enhancement to the structural side impact protection built into your vehicle, the vehicle is also equipped with Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags.


The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase occupant protection in the event of certain side impact collisions. The SIPS airbags are designed to deploy only during certain side-impact collisions, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and point of impact.


NOTE: SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact. The airbags are not designed to deploy in all side impact situations.


Components in the SIPS airbag system This SIPS airbag system consists of gas generators and side airbag modules built into the outboard sides of both front


seat backrests.


WARNING!


The SIPS airbag system is a supplement to the structural Side Impact Protection System and the three-point seat


belt system. It is not designed to deploy during collisions from the front or rear of the vehicle or in rollover situations.


The use of seat covers on the front seats may impede SIPS airbag deployment. No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to or installed near the SIPS airbag


system or in the area affected by SIPS airbag deployment.


Never try to open or repair any components of the SIPS airbag system. This should be done only by a trained and


qualified Volvo service technician.


position with the seat belt properly fastened.


In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants should sit in an upright


Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the occupants of the vehicle in the event of an accident.


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Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)


This system consists of inflatable curtains located along the sides of the roof liners, stretching from the center of both front side windows to the rear edge of the rear side door windows. It is designed to help protect the heads of the occupants of the front seats and the occupant of the outboard rear seating positions in certain side impact collisions.


In certain side impacts, both the Inflatable Curtain (VIC) and the Side Impact Airbag System (SIPS-bag) will deploy, whereas, in some cases, only the Inflatable Curtain (VIC) will deploy. In cases where both the VIC and the SIPS-bag deploy, this will occur simultaneously.


NOTE: If the inflatable curtain deploys, it remains inflated for approximately 3 seconds.


WARNING!


The VIC system is a supplement to the Side Impact Protection System. It is not designed to deploy during


collisions from the front or rear of the vehicle or in rollover situations.


Never try to open or repair any components of the VIC system. This should be done only by a trained and


qualified Volvo service technician.


WARNING!


In order for the VIC to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants and both outboard rear seat occupants should sit in an upright position with the seat belt properly fastened; adults using the seat belt and children using the proper child restraint system. Only adults should sit in the front seats. Children must never be allowed in the front passenger seat. See page 30 for guidelines. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants in an accident.


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Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)


Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) - front seats only The WHIPS system consists of specially designed hinges and brackets on the front seat backrests designed to help absorb some of the energy generated in a collision from the rear (when the vehicle is "rear-ended").


In the event of a collision of this type, the hinges and brackets of the front seat backrests are designed to change position slightly to allow the backrest/head restraint to help support the occupant's head before moving slightly rearward. This movement helps absorb some of the forces that could result in whiplash.


WARNING!


The WHIPS system is designed to supplement the other safety systems in your vehicle. For this system to


function properly, the three-point seat belt must be worn. Please be aware that no system can prevent all possible injuries that may occur in an accident.


The WHIPS system is designed to function in certain collisions from the rear, depending on the crash severity,


angle and speed.


WARNING!


Occupants in the front seats must never 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.


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Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)


WARNING!


Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind the front seats could impede the function of the WHIPS system. If the rear seat backrests are folded down, cargo must be secured to prevent it from sliding forward against the


front seat backrests in the event of a collision from the rear. This could interfere with the action of the WHIPS system.


If your vehicle has been involved in a rear-end collision, the front seat backrests must be inspected by a trained


and qualified Volvo service technician, even if the seats appear to be undamaged. Certain components in the WHIPS system may need to be replaced.


Do not attempt to service any component in the WHIPS system yourself. Any contact between the front seat backrests and the folded rear seat could impede the function of the WHIPS system. If the rear seat is folded down, the occupied front seats must be adjusted forward so that they do not touch the folded rear seat.


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Child safety


Children should be seated safely Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint systems for all occupants including children. Remember that, regardless of age and size, a child should always be properly restrained in a vehicle.


Your vehicle is also equipped with ISOFIX/ LATCH attachments, which make it more convenient to install child seats.


Some restraint systems for children are designed to be secured in the vehicle by lap belts or the lap portion of a lap- shoulder belt. Such child restraint systems can help protect children in vehicles in the event of an accident only if they are used properly. However, children could be endangered in a crash if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. Failure to follow the installation instructions for your child restraint can result in your child striking the vehicle's interior in a sudden stop.


Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitable substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, a child held in a person's arms can be crushed between the vehicle's interior and an unrestrained person. The child could also be injured by striking the interior, or by being ejected from the vehicle during a sudden maneuver or impact. The same can also happen if the infant or child rides unrestrained on the seat. Other occupants should also be properly restrained to help reduce the chance of injuring or increasing the injury of a child.


All states and provinces have legislation governing how and where children should be carried in a vehicle. Find out the regulations existing in your state or province. Recent accident statistics have shown that children are safer in rear


seating positions than front seating positions when properly restrained. A child restraint system can help protect a child in a vehicle. Here's what to look for when selecting a child restraint system:


It should have a label certifying that it meets applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS 213) - or


in Canada, CMVSS 213.


Make sure the child restraint system is approved for the child's height, weight and development - the label required


by the standard or regulation, or instructions for infant restraints, typically provide this information.


In using any child restraint system, we urge you to carefully look over the instructions that are provided with the restraint. Be sure you understand them and can use the device properly and safely in this vehicle. A misused child restraint system can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occupants in the vehicle.


When a child has outgrown the child safety seat, you should use the rear seat with the standard seat belt fastened. The best way to help protect the child here is to place the child on a cushion so that the seat belt is properly located on the hips (see the illustrations on page 31). Legislation in your state or province may mandate the use of a child seat or cushion in combination with the seat belt, depending on the child's age and/or size. Please check local regulations.


A specially designed and tested booster cushion (not available in Canada) can be obtained from your Volvo retailer for children weighing 33 - 80 lb. (15 - 36 kg) and 38-54 inches (97 - 137 cm) in height.


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Child safety


WARNING!


Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend


that children under 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) in height who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt fastened.


Keep vehicle doors and trunk locked and keep keys out of a child's reach. Unsupervised children could lock


themselves in an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.


On hot days, the temperature in the vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure to these high temperatures for


even a short period of time can cause heat-related injury or death. Small children are particularly at risk.


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Child safety


Automatic Locking Retractor/ Emergency Locking Retractor


To make child seat installation easier, each seat belt (except for the driver's belt) is equipped with a locking mechanism to help keep the seat belt taut.


When attaching the seat belt to a child seat: - Attach the seat belt to the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. - Pull the seat belt out as far as possible. - Insert the seat belt latch plate into the buckle (lock) in the usual way. - Release the seat belt and pull it taut around the child seat. A sound from the seat belt retractor will be audible at this time and is normal.


The belt will now be locked in place.


This function is automatically disabled when the seat belt is unlocked and the belt is fully retracted.


WARNING!


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.


Volvo's recommendations Why does Volvo believe that no child should sit in the front seat of a vehicle? It's quite simple really. A front airbag is a very powerful device designed, by law, to help protect an adult.


Because of the size of the airbag and its speed of inflation, a child should never be placed in the front seat, even if he or she is properly belted or strapped into a child safety seat. Volvo has been an innovator in safety for over seventy- five years, and we'll continue to do our part. But we need your help. Please remember to put your children in the back seat, and buckle them up.


Volvo has some very specific recommendations:


Always wear your seat belt. Airbags are a SUPPLEMENTAL safety device which, when used with a three-point seat belt can help reduce


serious injuries during certain types of accidents. Volvo recommends that you do not disconnect the airbag system in your vehicle.


Volvo strongly recommends that everyone in the vehicle be properly restrained. 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 front passenger side airbag.


Drive safely!


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Child restraint systems


Child restraints There are three main types of child restraint systems: infant seats, convertible seats, and booster cushions. They are classified according to the child's age and size. The following section provides general information on securing a child restraint using a three-point seat belt. Refer to pages 39-40 for information on securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower anchors and/or top tether anchorages.


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). If the severity of an accident were to cause the airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious injury or death to a child seated in this position.


WARNING!


Always refer to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions for detailed information on securing the restraint.


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Child restraint systems


WARNING!


When not in use, keep the child restraint system secured or remove it from the passenger compartment to help


prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop or collision.


A small child's head represents a considerable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo


recommends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recommends that children should ride rearward facing, properly restrained, as long as possible.


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Infant seats


Securing an infant seat with a seat belt NOTE: Refer to pages 38-39 for information on securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower anchors and/or top tether anchorages.


1. Place the infant seat in the rear seat of the vehicle. 2. Attach the seat belt to the infant seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. 3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct click is audible.


WARNING!


An infant seat must be in the rear-facing position only. The infant seat should not be positioned behind the driver's seat unless there is adequate space for safe installation.


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). If the severity of an accident were to cause the airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious injury or death to a child seated in this position.


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Infant seats


4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt out as far as possible to activate the belt's automatic locking function. 5. Press the infant seat firmly in place, let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound from the seat belt retractor's automatic locking function will be audible at this time and is normal. The seat belt should now be locked in place.


NOTE: The locking retractor will automatically release when the seat belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract fully.


6. Push and pull the infant seat to ensure that it is held securely in place by the seat belt.


WARNING!


It should not be possible to move the child restraint more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) in any direction.


The infant seat can be removed by unbuckling the seat belt and letting it retract completely.


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Convertible seats


Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt NOTE: Refer to pages 38-39 for information on securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower anchors and/or top tether anchorages. Convertible seats can be used in either a forward or rearward-facing position, depending on the age and size of the child.


WARNING!


Always use a convertible seat that is suitable for the child's age and size. See the convertible seat manufacturer's recommendations.


1. Place the convertible seat in the rear seat of the vehicle. 2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seat according to the manufacturer's instructions.


WARNING!


A small child's head represents a considerable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo


recommends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recommends that children should ride rearward facing, properly restrained, as long as possible.


Convertible child seats should be installed in the rear seat only. A rear-facing convertible seat should not be positioned behind the driver's seat unless there is adequate space for


safe installation.


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Convertible seats


3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct click is audible. 4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt out as far as possible to activate the belt's automatic locking function. 5. Press the convertible seat firmly in place, let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound from the seat belt


retractor's automatic locking function will be audible at this time and is normal. The seat belt should now be locked in place.


NOTE: The locking retractor will automatically release when the seat belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract fully.


6. Push and pull the convertible seat to ensure that it is held securely in place by the seat belt.


WARNING!


It should not be possible to move the child restraint more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) in any direction.


The convertible seat can be removed by unbuckling the seat belt and letting it retract completely.


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). If the severity of an accident were to cause the airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious injury or death to a child seated in this position.


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Booster cushions


Securing a booster cushion 1. Booster cushions are recommended for children who have outgrown convertible seats. 2. Place the booster cushion in the rear seat of the vehicle. 3. With the child properly seated on the booster cushion, attach the seat belt to or around the cushion according to the manufacturer's instructions.


Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct click is audible.


4. Ensure that the seat belt is pulled taut and fits snugly around the child.


WARNING!


The hip section of the three-point seat belt must fit snugly across the child's hips, not across the stomach. The shoulder section of the three-point seat belt should be positioned across the chest and shoulder. The shoulder belt must never be placed behind the child's back or under the arm.


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ISOFIX lower anchors


Using the ISOFIX lower child seat anchors Lower anchors for ISOFIX-equipped child seats are located in the rear, outboard seats, hidden below the backrest cushions. Symbols on the seat back upholstery mark the anchor positions (see the illustration above).


To access the anchors: 1. Put the child restraint in position. 2. Kneel on the child restraint to press down the seat cushion and locate the anchors by feel. 3. Fasten the attachment on the child restraint's lower straps to the ISOFIX lower anchors. 4. Firmly tension the lower child seat straps according to the manufacturer's instructions.


NOTE:


The rear seat's center position is not equipped with ISOFIX lower anchors. When installing a child restraint in this


position, attach the restraint's top tether strap (if it is so equipped) to the top tether anchorage point (see the information on page 39) and secure the restraint with the vehicle's center seat belt (see the information beginning on page 31).


Always follow your child seat manufacturer's installation instructions, and use both ISOFIX lower anchors and top


tethers whenever possible.


WARNING!


Be sure to fasten the attachment correctly to the anchor (see the illustration above). If the attachment is not correctly fastened, the child restraint may not be properly secured in the event of a collision.


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Top tether anchors


Top tether anchors Your Volvo is equipped with child restraint top tether anchorages in all rear seat positions.


Using the top tether anchorages 1. Place the child restraint on the rear seat. 2. Route the top tether strap under the head restraint and fasten its attachment to the anchorage.


WARNING!


Be sure to fasten the child tether attachment correctly to the anchor. If it is not correctly fastened, the child seat may not be properly restrained in the event of a collision.


3. Firmly tension the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Tension the top tether strap only after the lower anchor straps or the seat belt have been firmly tensioned.


See page 38 for on securing the child restraint to ISOFIX lower anchors.


WARNING!


Never route a top tether strap over the top or around the head restraint. It should always be routed under the head


restraint.


Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints.


Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. The anchorages are not able to withstand excessive forces on them in the event of collision if full harness seat belts or adult seat belts are installed


to them. An adult who uses a belt anchored in a child restraint anchorage runs a great risk of suffering severe injuries should a collision occur.


Do not install rear speakers that require the removal of the top tether anchors or interfere with the proper use of


the top tether strap.


NOTE:


Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register your child restraint to be reached in a recall. To stay informed about child safety seat recalls, be sure to fill out and return the registration card that comes with new child restraints.


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Top tether anchors


Child restraint recall information is readily available in both the U.S. and Canada. For recall information in the U.S., call the U.S. Government's Auto Safety Hotline at 1- 800-424-9393. In Canada, visit Transport Canada's Child Safety website at http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/childsafety/menu.htm.


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Instruments and controls


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Instrument overview 42
Instrument panel 44
Indicator and warning symbols 45
Switches in the center console 50
Steering wheel adjustment 52
Lighting panel 53
Left-side steering wheel lever 55
Right-side steering wheel lever 56
Hazard warning flashers, rear window/sideview mirror defroster 58
59
Trip computer Cruise control 60
62
Parking brake, auxiliary socket/cigarette lighter 63
Power windows Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors 65
68
Power moonroof (option)


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Instrument overview


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Instrument overview


1. Front fog lights 54
2. Headlights/Parking lights/switch for unlocking fuel filler door 54
3. Rear fog light 54
53
4. Turn signals/High/low beams 60
5. Cruise control 6. Horn 44
7. Instrument panel 218
8. Audio controls in steering wheel 9. Windshield wipers 56
62
10. Parking brake (hand brake)


11. Center console switches 12. Climate control 13. Audio system 14. 12 V socket 15. Hazard warning flashers 16. Glove compartment 17. Panel vents 18. Text window 19. Temperature gauge 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. Panel vents 28. Instrument lighting 29. Not in use 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


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Instrument panel


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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 vehicle 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 172. 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 vehicle. 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 vehicle. At low speeds or when the vehicle 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 gal. (70 liters) All turbo models - 18 US gal. (68 liters) When the 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 vehicle's equipment. The symbol for the parking brake goes out when the parking brake is released.


Warning symbol


in center of the instrument panel


This symbol shines as a red or yellow light depending on the severity of the discovered fault. 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 48), 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.


Seat belt reminder


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


Supplemental Restraint System SRS


If this light comes on while the vehicle is being driven, or remains on for longer than approximately 10 seconds after the vehicle 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.


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Indicator and warning symbols


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 173 for reservoir position and page 177 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 vehicle 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 173 for the location of the brake fluid reservoir). - If the brake fluid level is above the MIN mark, drive carefully to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected.


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 vehicle towed to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected.


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. See also page 62 for additional information.


Canadian models are equipped with this symbol.


Oil pressure warning light


If the light comes on while driving, stop the vehicle and then stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level. See page 49. R-models are also equipped with an oil level warning system. If the light stays on after restart, have the vehicle 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.


Generator warning light


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


Rear fog light


This light indicates that the fog light is on.


CHECK ENGINE Malfunction indicator light On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII): As you drive, a computer called "OBDII" monitors your vehicle'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 vehicle 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 vehicle'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 vehicle.


Canadian models are equipped with this warning light.


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Indicator and warning symbols


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 123 for additional information.


Stability Traction Control (STC)1 system or Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC) system2


This indicator light will flash when STC or DSTC is actively working to stabilize the vehicle. See page 125 for more detailed information.


Tire pressure monitoring light


See page 148 for more information on this function.


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 vehicle's turn signals are functioning.


1. Standard on all models except the T5 turbo. 2. Standard on the T5 turbo, option on all other models.


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Indicator and warning symbols


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.


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Indicator and warning symbols


Message


Meaning


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


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


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


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


OIL LEVEL LOW - FILL OIL1 2
OIL LEVEL LOW - STOP SAFELY1 3
OIL LEVEL LOW - STOP ENGINE1 3
OIL LEVEL LOW - SEE MANUAL1
STC/DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF


Check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 175.


Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 175.


Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 175.


Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 175.


The stability system's spin control function has been turned off. See page 125 for details.


1. These messages apply to R-models only. 2. Yellow warning symbol, see page 45. 3. Red warning symbol, see page 45.


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Switches in the center console


Four-C active chassis system (option) Please see page 121 for information on adjusting the active chassis settings.


Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC) button This button is available on R-models only and is used to temporarily deactivate the Spin control and Active Yaw Control functions. See page 126 for more information. On non R-models, DSTC is controlled via the menu control ring on the left steering wheel lever, see page 125.


WARNING!


Please be aware that the vehicle'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.


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


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Switches in the center console


ON" will be displayed in 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 104 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 138 for more information on this function.


Active Bi-Xenon headlights (ABL) - option The beams of ABL headlights adjust laterally to help light up a curve according to movements of the steering wheel when the vehicle is turning. This function is activated automatically when the engine is started and can be deactivated/reactivated by pressing the button. The indicator light in the button is on when the function is activated. See also page 53.


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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


The license plate lights also illuminate when the 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 See page 55 for information on switching between high and low beams.


1.


NOTE: Active 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 Active Bi-Xenon headlights will switch on.


Active Bi-Xenon headlights (ABL) - option When the ABL function is activated, the headlight beams adjust laterally to help light up a curve according to movements of the steering wheel (see the right-pointing beam in the illustration above).


This function is activated automatically when the engine is started and can be deactivated/ reactivated by pressing the ABL button (see page 51).


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


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Lighting panel


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


or


Unlocking the fuel filler door Press button 5 when the vehicle is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the vehicle 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 vehicle at a speed of at least 5 mph (8 km/h), stop the vehicle, 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 vehicle, just behind the fuel filler door. To unlock this door manually: - Turn the knob (A) 1/4 turn counterclockwise to release the cover panel (B). - Fold down the cover panel to access the electric motor (C). - 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 automatically flash the turn signals 3 times by:


Moving the turn signal lever up or down to position 1 and releasing it. Moving the lever up or down to position 2 and immediately back to its original position.


NOTE:


This automatic flashing sequence can be interrupted by immediately moving the lever in the opposite direction. 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 4) to toggle between high and low beams (this also applies on models equipped with the optional Active Bi-Xenon headlights).


, (see page 53) pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel (position


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 vehicle at night, you can make use of the home safe lighting function to illuminate the area in front of the vehicle. - 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 vehicle 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.


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. The windshield should be thoroughly wet when the wipers are in operation.


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.


A short pull on the lever will wash the windshield only. 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.


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: - Turn the ignition key to at least position I and put the windshield wiper lever in position 0. - 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.


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Right-side steering wheel lever


CAUTION!


The rain sensor should be deactivated when washing the vehicle 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.


Continuous wiper function.


Wipers operate at "high" speed.


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Hazard warning flashers, rear window/sideview mirror defroster


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.


Rear window and sideview mirror 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 after approximately 12 minutes. The LED will go out correspondingly.


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Trip computer


Trip computer The trip computer stores information gathered from several systems in your vehicle 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) STC/DSTC (see page 125 for detailed information)


NOTE: Warning messages from the vehicle'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 four1 trip computer functions can be accessed by twisting control B one step at a time in either direction. Twisting a fifth2 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 20 miles (30 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 vehicle 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 vehicle's current speed from km/h to mph.


NOTE: Trip computer readings may vary slightly depending on the circumference of the tires on the vehicle and driving style.


1. Five functions on Canadian models. 2. 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 and may differ in appearance, depending on the model.


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).


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Cruise control


Temporarily disengaging cruise control


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


instrument panel.


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, or when driving on unpaved or uneven road surfaces. Cruise control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades.


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Parking brake, auxiliary socket/cigarette lighter


Parking brake (hand brake) The lever is located between the front seats. The brake is applied to the rear wheels.


When applying the parking brake - Press firmly on the brake pedal. - Pull up the parking brake lever as far as possible.


WARNING!


Always apply the parking brake fully when the vehicle is parked. The indicator light will light up even if the parking brake has only been partially applied. Always pull up the lever as far as possible.


- Release the brake pedal and ensure that the vehicle is at a standstill. - Put the gear selector in P (automatic transmission) or in 1st gear (manual transmission).


Parking on a hill


If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point away from the curb. If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front wheels so that they point toward the curb.


Releasing the parking brake - Press firmly on the brake pedal. - Pull the lever up slightly, press the button at the end of the lever and lower the lever completely.


Auxiliary sockets The 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.


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


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


NOTE: Volvo vehicles 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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Power windows


The power windows are controlled by buttons in the arm rests. The ignition switch must be ON1 (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").


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.


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 the windows are completely unobstructed before they are operated. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.


1. 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.


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Power 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.


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


Power 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 To reduce glare from the headlights of following vehicles, use the control to switch between the normal and night- driving positions.


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.


Rearview mirror with compass (option) The upper left-hand corner of the rearview mirror has an integrated display that shows the compass direction toward which the car is pointing. Eight different directions can be displayed: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The display shows your car's orientation with respect to true north. If the compass is activated, it will be displayed automatically when the ignition is in postilion II or when the engine is running. The compass can be switched off or on by pressing the inset button on the rear side of the mirror (see the inset illustration). This can be done with straightened paperclip or similar object. The button is recessed approximately 1 in. (2.5 cm) in the mirror.


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Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors


Magnetic zones The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. The compass is initially set for the zone to which the car was delivered, and should always be adjusted if the car is driven to a new magnetic zone. To do so: - Switch the ignition to position II. - Press the button on the rear side of the mirror with straightened paperclip or similar object for approximately 3
seconds until ZONE is displayed. The number of the current magnetic zone will also be displayed. - Press the button repeatedly until the number for the desired zone (1-15) is displayed.


After several seconds, the compass heading will again be displayed, and the change of magnetic zones is complete.


Calibrating the compass - Stop the car in a large, open area, away from traffic. - Turn off as many electrical devices in the car as possible to avoid interference with the compass (e.g. audio system, etc). - Using a pen or similar object, hold the button (1) depressed for at least 6 seconds. "CAL" will be displayed. - Drive slowly in a circle at a maximum speed of 5 m.p.h. (8 km/h) until CAL is no longer displayed.


NOTE: This step can also be done by driving normally until CAL is no longer displayed. Calibration is complete.


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Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors


Power 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 vehicle 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 vehicle. This feature will work in the same way with all of the remote control transmitters (up to 3) that you use with your vehicle. This feature will not function if you lock your vehicle with the key.


Water repellent glass-option on certain models


The side door windows can be treated with a water repellent coating. The symbol to the left indicates


these windows have this coating. The optional laminated side windows always have this coating.


The coating improves vision by causing the water to run off quickly. See page 163 for information on cleaning this type of glass.


CAUTION!


Use only suitable plastic scrapers to remove ice or snow from the windows. Using a metal ice scraper could damage the water repellent coating.


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Power moonroof (option)


Power moonroof To operate the moonroof, turn the ignition key to position I or II, or start the engine. The moonroof can be operated in two ways: A. Tilt position B. Sliding moonroof


A. Tilt position Open: With the moonroof closed, push up the rear edge of the switch (position 5 in the illustration below). Close: Pull down and hold the rear edge of the switch (position 6 in the illustration below) until the moonroof has closed completely.


B. Sliding moonroof Manual open: Pull the switch rearward to position 3 and hold it until the moonroof has opened to the position of your choice. Auto open: Pull the switch as far back as possible (position 4) and release it to automatically slide open the moonroof to the "comfort"1 position. Pull the switch rearward again to open the moonroof completely. Manual close: Push the switch to position 2 and hold it until the moonroof has closed completely or to the position of your choice. Auto close: Push the switch forward as far as possible (position 1) and release it to automatically close the moonroof.


CAUTION!


- Remove ice and snow before opening the moonroof. - Do not operate the moonroof if it is frozen closed. - Never place heavy objects on the moonroof.


WARNING!


Never open/close the moonroof it is obstructed in any way when in operation. Never allow a child to operate the moonroof. Never extend any object or body part through the open moonroof, even if the vehicle's ignition is completely


switched off.


Never leave a child alone in a vehicle.


1. A position where the moonroof is not quite fully open, which helps alleviate "rumbling" wind noise.


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Power moonroof (option)


Sun visor The optional moonroof also features a sliding sun visor. The visor slides open automatically when the moonroof is opened. The visor must be closed manually.


WARNING!


The moonroof must never be obstructed in any way when in operation.


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Climate


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Climate control systems - general information 72
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Air distribution Electronic climate control, ECC 74


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Climate control systems - general information


Condensation on the inside of the windows Keeping the insides of the windows clean will help reduce the amount of condensation that forms on the windows. Use a commercial window cleaning agent to clean the windows.


Ice and snow Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of snow.


Cabin air filter Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. Please refer to your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet, or consult your Volvo retailer for these intervals. The filter should be replaced more often when driving under dirty and dusty conditions. The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should always be replaced with a new one.


Sensors The sunlight sensor on the dashboard and passenger compartment temperature sensor in the ECC control panel should not be covered in any way as this could cause incorrect information to be sent to the ECC system.


Parking the vehicle in warm weather If your vehicle has been parked in the sun in warm weather, opening the windows and moonroof (option) for several minutes before driving will help release the warm air from the passenger compartment. When the engine is running, close the windows and moonroof and use the recirculation function for several minutes to enable the air conditioning to cool the compartment as quickly as possible.


Windows and optional moonroof The ECC system will function best if the windows and optional moonroof are closed. If you drive with the moonroof open, we recommend that you manually adjust the temperature and blower control (the LED in the AUTO switch should be off).


Acceleration The air conditioning is momentarily disengaged during full-throttle acceleration.


Climate control maintenance Special tools and equipment are required to maintain and carry out repairs on the climate system. Work of this type should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.


Refrigerant Volvo cares about the environment. The air conditioning system in your vehicle contains a CFC-free refrigerant - R134a (HFC134a). This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 1.5 lbs (700 g) R134a and uses PAG oil.


Climate system blower The climate system blower will be automatically switched off when the engine is not running (even if the ignition key is in position I or II) to avoid unnecessary battery drain. To activate the blower, turn the control to the desired setting.


Passenger compartment blower Approximately 50 minutes after the ignition is turned off, the blower may come on automatically, and run for seven minutes, to remove condensation in the A/C evaporator.


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Air distribution


Air distribution The incoming air is distributed through 14 ventilation points in the passenger compartment.


Air vents in the dash A. Open B. Closed


C. Horizontal air flow D. Vertical air flow


Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to defrost. In cold weather, close the air vents in the center of the dash to direct as much air as possible toward the windows.


Air vents in the door pillars A. Open B. Closed C. Horizontal air flow D. Vertical air flow


Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to defrost. In cold weather, close the air vents in the center of the dash to direct as much air as possible toward the windows.


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Electronic climate control, ECC


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Electronic climate control, ECC


AUTO


This function automatically regulates the Electronic Climate Control system so that the selected temperatures are maintained. The blower, heating, air distribution (air flow), air conditioning, and optional air quality sensor are controlled. If you prefer to manually set any of these functions, the remaining functions will still be controlled automatically. Pressing the AUTO button overrides any settings that were previously made manually.


Rear window and sideview mirror defrosters This function defrosts/ de-ices the rear window and sideview mirrors. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the heating function is engaged. See page 58 for additional information on this function. Never use ice scrapers made of metal as they can easily scratch the mirror surface.


Temperature These controls are used to individually set the temperature for both sides of the passenger compartment. Please note that the compartment will not be heated or cooled faster by setting the temperature higher or lower than necessary. Set the control to the temperature you prefer.


Defroster This function defrosts/ de-ices the windshield and front side windows. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the defrost function is engaged.


Blower speed increases automatically and the air conditioning will switch on (if not already on and if the passenger


compartment blower is not turned off) to dehumidify the air in the passenger compartment.


Recirculation will not function while defrost is engaged. The climate system will return to its previous settings when the defroster function is switched off.


Blower control Turn the control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the blower speed. Pressing the AUTO switch will automatically regulate blower speed and override manual adjustment. Turning the blower control counterclockwise until an orange LED comes on will turn both the blower and the air conditioning off.


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Electronic climate control, ECC


Air distribution Air flow to windows Air through panel vents Air through floor vents Press AUTO to automatically regulate air flow or press any combination of the controls shown in the illustration to manually adjust air flow. An LED in the switch will light up if an air flow control has been pressed.


Heated front seats (option) - 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 LED will go off.


The seat heating for the passenger seat should be switched off when the seat is not occupied.


A/C - ON/OFF Press the switch to turn the air conditioning on or off. The "ON" or "OFF" LED will light up to indicate if the system is switched on or off. Other functions will still be regulated automatically (if the AUTO switch is on).


The air conditioning functions only at temperatures above 32 °F (0 °C). While the Defroster function is selected, the air conditioning is temporarily activated to dehumidify the air, even if


you have manually switched the air conditioning off. This will only function if the blower is not switched off.


Recirculation Press this switch to engage the recirculation function (air in the passenger compartment recirculates - no fresh air enters the compartment). The LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the function is engaged.


Use this function if the outside air is contaminated with exhaust gases, smoke, etc or to heat/cool the vehicle


quickly.


recirculation function is switched off.


Recirculation should not be used for more than 15 minutes. If your windows begin to fog or mist, make sure that the


Selecting Defroster automatically switches recirculation off. Timer mode activation: (vehicles with the Interior Air Quality system have no timer mode) Press and hold the


recirculation button for at least 3 seconds to activate a recirculation timer mode. The amber LED in the recirculation button will flash 5 times to show that the timer mode is being activated. In timer mode, each time the recirculation button is pressed, the climate control system will recirculate the air in the passenger compartment for 5- 12 minutes, depending on the outside air temperature, and then revert back to fresh air.


Timer mode deactivation: Press and hold the recirculation button for 3 seconds. The amber LED in the recirculation


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