2006 Volvo V70 Owners Manual

- specifications Brake system Bulbs (list) Bulbs - replacing Capacities (oils and fluids) Car washing Cargo compartment cover Cargo compartment lighting Cargo eyelets Cargo net Catalytic converters - three-way Center armrest - 3-section rear seat Center backrest (3-section rear seat) Center console - switches Center seat head restraint Central locking buttons Chains (winter driving) Changing a wheel Chassis settings (R-models) Child auxiliary seat Child booster cushion Child Restraint Anchorages Child safety Child safety locks - rear doors Child seat anchors, ISOFIX Climate controls Climate system - general information Clock Clutch interlock Coat hanger Cold weather driving

66
65
110, 172
163
162
162
152
19, 20
28

161
170
113
172
141-147

165, 170
149
74
70
71
72
112
67
66
31
65
83
130
132
99
18
19, 20
22
17-22
86
22
50-56
49
27
93
63
110

Combination filter Comfort chassis mode Coolant Cooling system - general information Courtesy light Courtesy lights (front) - replacing Courtesy lights - exterior Cruise control Cup holders Detachable trailer hitch Dimensions Direction indicators Direction indicators Distributor ignition system Dolby Surround Pro Logic II Dome lighting Door step courtesy lights - replacing Doors and locks Drive belt Driving economy Driving mode indicator Driving mode W Driving with tailgate open Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC) Economical driving Electric socket in cargo compartment Electrical system Electrical system - general information Electrically operated moonroof Electrically operated seats Electrically operated sideview mirrors Electrically operated windows Electronic Brake Force Distribution Electronic Climate Control (ECC) Emergency towing Emergency warning flashers Emission inspection readiness Emissions systems Engine - specifications Engine - starting Engine compartment Engine oil

50, 53
99
154
102
77
146
80
33
63

108
167
37
30
171
189
77
147
80
154
101
27
95, 97, 110
102
115, 116

101
70
172
102
44
58
43
42
114
50 - 53
105, 106
40
156
153
169
91, 92
158
110, 159-160 , 170

Extension of cargo compartment Exterior courtesy lights Exterior features - overview Extra seat Fog lights Folding passenger's seat backrest Folding front seat backrest Folding table Four-C active chassis system Front airbags Front courtesy lights - replacing Front fog lights Front park assist (accessory) Front reading lights Front seat backrest - folding Front seats - adjusting Front seats - heated Front suspension Fuel Fuel filler cap Fuel filler door Fuel filler door, unlocking Fuel formulations Fuel gauge Fuel requirements Fuel system Fuel tank volume Fuel/emissions systems Fuses Gas cap Gasoline Gear indicator Geartronic (automatic transmission) Generator Generator warning light Glossary of tire terminology Glove compartment Hand brake Handgrip - XC70
Handling Hazard warning flashers

65
80
25
76

35
65
60
64
31, 99
6 - 8
146
35
100
77
60
58, 59
40
171
88
90
90
35
89
27
88
153, 171
170
153
136-140

90
88
27
96, 97
172
28
127
63

41
57, 76
101
40

Head restraint - center rear Head restraint rear Headlight flash Headlight wiper blades - replacing Headlights Heated front seats Heated rear window Heated sideview mirrors Heating High beam flash High/low beam headlights Hoisting the car Holder for grocery bags Home safe lighting HomeLink® Hood - opening HU-650 - overview HU-850 - overview Ignition switch Immobilizer (start inhibitor) Indicator lights Inflatable curtain (VIC) Inspecting SRS system components Instrument panel Instrument panel lighting Instruments Integrated booster cushion Interior Air Quality system Interior features - overview Interior lighting ISOFIX child seat anchors Jack Jump starting Key - removing from ignition switch Keyless entry system Keyless entry system - replacing batteries Keylock Keys Kickdown Label information

66
65
37
164
35, 37
40
40
40
50-53
37
37
157
70
37
192 -194
158
177
178

36
80, 91
28, 29
13
14
27
35
26
19
53
24
77
22

75, 132
109

91
81, 82
82
91
80
95, 96

166

LATCH/ISOFIX anchors License plate lights - replacing Lifting the car Lighting panel Load carriers Loading the vehicle Locking and unlocking the car Locking steering wheel Long distance trip Long loads Low/high beam headlights Maintaining your car Maintenance, performed by owner Maintenance service Malfunction indicator lamp Manual climate control with air conditioning Manual front seat adjustment Manual transmission Mirrors Mirrors, sideview - memory function Moonroof Net - cargo Nylon cargo net Occupant safety Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) Octane rating Odometer Oil - engine Oil -level (R-models) Oil pressure warning light On Call Roadside Assistance Opening the hood Owner maintenance Paint touch-up Panel lighting Panic function (alarm) Park Assist Parking brake Parking brake reminder light

22
146
157
35
103
71
80
36
111
60
37

156
155
152
29
54-56
59
93
43
43
44

72
72

9-11
88
29
110, 159-160, 170
160
28
173
158
155

148
35
84
100
41
28

35
60
150
44
58, 59
101
161
42
183

Parking lights Passenger's seat backrest - folding Polishing Power moonroof Power seats Power steering - speed sensitive Power steering fluid Power windows On Call Roadside Assistance 160
R-models, checking oil level 175
Radio 38
Rain sensor - windshield wipers 77
Reading lights - front/rear 29, 35
Rear fog light 87, 100
Rear park assist 77
Rear reading lights 69
Rear seat backrest 40
Rear window - heated 18, 76
Rear-facing auxiliary seat 43
Rearview mirror 49
Refrigerant Refueling 90
Remote central locking system and sideview mirrors 43
Remote control - keyless entry system 81
Remote control - Homelink® Universal Transceiver 193
81
Remote keyless entry system Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries 82
69
Removing the seat cushion 141-147
Replacing bulbs Replacing fuses 136
162
Replacing the battery 164
Replacing wiper blades Reporting Safety Defects 173
Road assistance 101
Roadholding Roadside Assistance 173
168
Roof load - maximum 103
Roof racks Run flat tires 125
Safety Defects - reporting Safety locks - child Seat belt reminder

86

Seat belts - use during pregnancy Seat belts - cleaning Seats - front Securing cargo Self supporting run flat tires Servicing Shiftlock Side impact airbag system (SIPS) Side windows - laminated Sideview mirrors Sideview mirrors - heated Sideview mirrors - memory function Snow chains Snow tires Spare tire Spark plugs Speed-sensitive power steering Sport chassis mode Sport mode (automatic transmission) SRS SRS system components - inspecting SRS warning light Stability Traction Control (STC) Start inhibitor (immobilizer) Starting the engine Steel grid Steering wheel adjustment Steering wheel lock Stop and Store bag Storage compartments Storage in the glove compartment Storing wheels and tires Studded tires Subwoofer Supplemental Restraint System Suspension Switches in center console Tachometer Tailgate - driving when open Tailgate - locking/unlocking Tailgate wiper blade - replacing Tailgate wiper/washer

3-5, 21
151
58, 59
71
125
157
91, 94, 96
12
39
43
40
43
130
130
75, 131
171
101
99
97
14
29
115, 116
80, 91
91, 92
72
36
36
68
61, 62
63
118
130
75, 179
5, 29
171
31

27
102
83
164
39

Temperature gauge Temporary spare tire Text window Three-way catalytic converters Tire age Tire changing Tire designations Tire inflation Tire inflation pressure tables Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tire terminology Tires Tires - changing Tool bag Top tether anchorages Touching up paint Towing a trailer Towing eyelet Towing the car Trailer hitch Trailer towing Trailer weight - maximum Transmission - automatic Trip computer Trip odometer Turn signals Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unlocking the fuel filler door Unlocking the tailgate Upholstery - cleaning Vehicle Event Data Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle loading Ventilation Ventilation hose, battery Volvo Inflatable curtain (VIC) Volumes (oils and fluids) Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance Warning flashers Warning light - center Warning lights

27
131
30
112
119
132
126
120
122
123
127
118-133
132
75
22
148
107
105
105, 106
108
107
168
94-99
32
27
37

129
35
83
151

152
166
71, 128
48
162
13
170
173

40
28
28, 29

Warranty Washer fluid reservoir Washer fluid solvent Washing the car Water repellent glass Waxing Weight distribution Wheels changing Wheels and tires - storing Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) Windows - electrically operated Windshield washer solvent Windshield wiper blades - replacing Windshield wipers/washers Winter driving Winter/Wet driving mode Wiper blades - replacing

152
157, 170
110
149-151
39, 149
150
101
132
118
15, 16
42
110
164
38
110
95, 97, 110
164

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Back Cover

Back Cover

Accessory Installation - Important Warning

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Driver Distraction

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

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

safety:

parked.

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

In addition to this general warning, we offer the following guidance regarding specific newer features that may be

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

Distraction can lead to a serious accident.

found in your vehicle:

driver while the vehicle is moving.

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

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

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

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

A driver has a responsibility to do everything possible to ensure his or her own safety and the safety of passengers in

the vehicle and others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility.

The following should be checked regularly: *

1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See page 157.

2 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the COLD mark and when hot it must not be above the HOT mark. Top up if the level drops to the ADD mark with ATF fluid. See page 161.

3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 154.

4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx. 1.6 US qts (1.5 liters). See page 159.

5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See page 161.

* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.

Octane rating, see page 88.

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

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2 0 0 6 VOLVO

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This manual deals with the operation and care of your Volvo.

Welcome to the worldwide family of Volvo owners. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance requirements/ recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times in this or any other automobile. And, of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any impairment that could hinder your ability to drive. Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by the certification labels attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment

For further information please contact your retailer, or: In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914
Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914 North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
800-458-1552

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

800-663-8255

http://www.volvocars.com

Contents

Contents Chapter 1 - Safety Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls Chapter 3 - Climate control system Chapter 4 - Interior Chapter 5 - Keys, Locks, Alarm Chapter 6 - Starting and driving Chapter 7 - Wheels and tires Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing Chapter 9 - Specifications Chapter 10 - Audio systems HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (option) Index Back Cover General information

Shiftlock

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

Keylock

This means that when you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

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

Fuel filler door

Press the button on the light switch panel (see page 37) when the car is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the car begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door relocks.

Fuel filler cap

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

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

Important Before you operate your car for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the new-engine oil consumption information on page 159. You should also be familiar with the information in chapters one, two and four of this manual.

Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after operating the vehicle for the first time.

The manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be kept in the car for ready access. Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and exhaust emission requirements. In some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these requirements. Modifications to the emission control system(s) may render your Volvo not certifiable for legal operation in the U.S., Canada and other countries.

All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Please note that some vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements and that 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.

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

Volvo and the environment

Volvo is committed to the well being of our 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.

In use, 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 for all models as far back as the M/Y 1975 240. Advanced electronic engine controls, refined

purification systems and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal.

After Volvo cars and parts have fulfilled their use, recycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle. The metal content is about 75% of the total weight of a car, which makes the car among the most recycled industrial products. In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling, many Volvo variants have printed dismantling manuals, indicating the weight and material of individual components. For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts weighing more than 1.7 oz. (50 grams) are marked with international symbols that indicate how the component is to be sorted for recycling.

In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines, Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles. When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment.

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

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

illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started

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

environment

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

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Chapter 1 - Safety

pg. 1 Safety

Occupant safety 2
Seat belts 3
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 5
Front airbags 6
Occupant weight sensor (OWS) 9
Side impact (SIPS) airbags 12
Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) 13
Inspecting SRS system components 14
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) 15
Child safety 17

pg. 2 Seat belts

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

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

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

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

Never drink and drive. If you are taking any medication, consult your physician about its potential effects on your driving abilities.

Take a driver-retraining course Have your eyes checked regularly Keep your windshield and headlights clean. Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks. Take into account the traffic, road, and weather conditions, particularly with regard to stopping distance.

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

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

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

pg. 3 Seat belts

Adjusting the seat belt

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.

Sample label on all seat belts with tensioners

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

pg. 4 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.

collision, even if they appear to be undamaged.

Seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching and should be replaced after any

Never repair the belt yourself; have this work done by an authorized Volvo service technician only. Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a

detrimental effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision.

The seat back should not be tilted too far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function properly. Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend

that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt properly fastened.

Seat belt use during pregnancy

Seat belt use during pregnancy The seat belt should always be worn during pregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in the correct way. The diagonal section should wrap over the shoulder then be routed between the breasts and to the side of the belly. The lap section should lay flat over the thighs and as low as possible under the belly. It must never be allowed to ride upward. Remove all slack from the belt and insure that it fits close to the body without any twists. As a pregnancy progresses, pregnant drivers should adjust their seats and steering wheel such that they can easily maintain control of the vehicle as they drive (which means they must be able to easily operate the foot pedals and steering wheel). Within this context, they should strive to position the seat with as large a distance as possible between their belly and the steering wheel.

Child seats Please refer to page 21 for information on securing child seats with the seat belts.

pg. 5 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

SRS warning light

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

Where applicable, a text message will also be displayed when the SRS warning light illuminates. If this warning symbol is not functioning properly, the general warning symbol

illuminates and a text message will be displayed.

WARNING!

If the SRS warning light stays on after the engine has started or if it illuminates while you are driving, have the

vehicle inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible.

Never try to repair any component or part of the SRS yourself. Any interference in the system could cause

malfunction and serious injury. All work on these systems should be performed by an authorized Volvo service technician.

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

Automatic transmission: Before attempting to tow the vehicle, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to move the gear selector to the neutral position:

Switch off the ignition for at least 10 minutes and disconnect the battery Wait at least one minute. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position II. Press firmly on the brake pedal. Move the gear selector from (P)ark to the (N)eutral position.

pg. 6 Front airbags

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

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

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

Passenger's side airbag - above

glove compartment

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.

pg. 7 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 to control deployment. 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 70-80% of their total capacity. If the impact is more severe, the dual-stage airbags are triggered at full capacity.

Should you have questions about any component in the SRS system, please contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician or Volvo Customer Support:

In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914

Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914 800-458-1552 http://www.volvocars.us

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

WARNING!

Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend that occupants under 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) in height who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt 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 11.

pg. 8 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 21 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 6).

There should be no loose articles, e.g. coffee cups, on the floor, seat, or dashboard area. Never try to open the airbag cover on the steering wheel or the passenger's side dashboard. This should only be

done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants.

pg. 9 Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)

Disabling the passenger's side front airbag Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than four feet seven inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag, and be properly restrained for their size and weight. See also the child safety recommendations on page 21.

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

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

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

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

However, if a fault is detected in the system:

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

(contd. on following page)

pg. 10 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.

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

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

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

WARNING!

No objects that add to the total weight on the seat should be placed on the front passenger's seat. If a child is seated in the front passenger's seat with any additional weight, this extra weight could cause the OWS system to enable the airbag, which might cause it to deploy in the event of a collision, thereby injuring the child.

The seat belt should never be wrapped around an object on the front passenger's seat. This could interfere with the

OWS system's function.

The front passenger's seat belt should never be used in a way that exerts more pressure on the passenger than

normal. This could increase the pressure exerted on the weight sensor by a child, and could result in the airbag being enabled, which might cause it to deploy in the event of a collision, thereby injuring the child.

WARNING!

Never try to open, remove, or repair any components in the OWS system. This could result in system malfunction.

Maintenance or repairs should only be carried out by an authorized Volvo service technician.

The front passenger's seat should not be modified in any way. This could reduce pressure on the seat cushion,

which might interfere with the OWS system's function.

pg. 11 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 21).

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

pg. 12 Side impact (SIPS) airbags

Location of the side impact (SIPS) airbag

Side impact airbags - front seats only As an enhancement to the structural side impact protection built into your car, the car 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 a gas generator (1), the side airbag modules built into the outboard sides of both front seat backrests (2), and electronic sensors/wiring (3).

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 car 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.

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

position with the seat belt properly fastened.

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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Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls

pg. 23 Instruments, switches and controls

Interior 24
Exterior 25
Instruments 26
Instrument panel 27
Indicator and warning lights 28
Text information window 30
Switches in the center console 31
Trip computer 32
Cruise control 33
Lighting panel 35
Steering wheel adjustment/lock, Ignition switch 36
Left-side steering wheel lever 37
Right-side steering wheel lever 38
Tailgate wipers/washers, Water repellent glass 39
Warning flashers, heated mirrors/rear window, heated front seats 40
Parking brake, auxiliary socket/ashtrays 41
Electrically operated windows 42
Rearview/sideview mirrors 43
Power moonroof 44
Sun visor 45

pg. 24 Interior

pg. 25 Exterior

pg. 26 Instruments

pg. 27 Instrument panel

1 Turn signals

2 Text window

3 Temperature gauge The pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge when driving.

Do not drive the car if the warning light is on. The text window will provide you with additional information.

If the engine temperature remains high, check coolant level - see page 154.

4 Trip odometer/reset button The trip odometer is used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer. Press the button quickly to toggle between trip odometers 1 and 2. Hold in the button for more than 2 seconds to reset.

5 Odometer

6 Speedometer

7 General warning light (see page 28).

8 High beam indicator light

9 Tachometer Indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm. Do not drive for long with the needle in the red section. The engine has an built-in function preventing too high engine speed. When this function operates, you may discern some pulsation, which is normal.

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

11 Ambient temperature indicator This display indicates the air temperature outside your car. A "snowflake" symbol in the text window is displayed when the temperature is in the range of 23 - 36° F (-5 - +2° C).

Please note that this symbol does not indicate a fault with your car.

At low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient temperature.

12 Clock/reset button Turn the button to adjust 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 comes on there are approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining.

14 Indicator and warning lights

pg. 28 Indicator and warning lights

The indicator and warning lights described on pages 28 and 29 should never stay on when driving*

When the ignition key is turned, all of the warning lights in the lower right-hand side of the instrument panel should go on to test the function of the bulbs. If a light does not go off after the engine has started, the system indicated should be inspected.

NOTE: The parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake has been fully released.

Warning lamp

in the center of the instrument panel

This lamp lights up red or yellow depending on the severity of the fault that has been detected.

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 30), or will disappear automatically after two minutes.

NOTE: 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.

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 158 for the location of the reservoir.

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

Oil pressure warning light

If the light comes on while driving, stop the car and then stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level. R-models are also equipped with an oil level warning system. See page 160. If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.

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

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

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

* Rear fog light, if used, and trailer turn signal, if towing a trailer, will go on while driving.

pg. 29 Indicator and warning lights

Rear fog light

This light indicates that the rear fog light is on.

Malfunction indicator lamp

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

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

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

NOTE: If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.

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 114 for additional information.

Stability Traction Control (STC) system (option), or Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) system (option) An indicator light will flash when STC or DSTC is actively working to stabilize the car. See pages 115-116 for more detailed information.

Turn signal indicator - trailer (certain models) If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not flash when signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals nor the car's turn signals are functioning.

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

Tire pressure warning light See page 123 for more information on this function.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) If this light comes on while the car is being driven, or remains on for longer than approximately 10 seconds after the car has been started, the SRS systemÕs 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.

pg. 30 Text information window

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 above).

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

Warning messages override text messages from any car feature that also uses the text window. A warning message must be acknowledged (erased) before you can access the feature of your choice. Press button A to erase the warning message.

Erased messages are stored in the system's memory until the required action has been taken. You can scroll through the stored messages by pressing button A. The text window can be cleared (the message will be returned to memory) by pressing button A again.

General messages

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

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

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

SEE MANUAL: Refer to your owner's manual. For additional information, please contact your Volvo retailer.

SERVICE REQUIRED: Take your car to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection as soon as possible (but preferably before the next scheduled maintenance service).

FIX NEXT SERVICE: Have the system affected inspected at the next scheduled maintenance service.

TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE: This light will come on 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

light will stay on for 2 minutes after start until reset by the servicing retailer.

1) OIL LEVEL LOW/FILL OIL* Check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 160.

2) OIL LEVEL LOW/STOP SAFELY* Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 160.

2) OIL LEVEL LOW/STOP ENGINE* Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 160.

2) OIL LEVEL LOW/SEE MANUAL* Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 160.

* These messages apply to R-models only.

1) Orange warning triangle, see page 28.

2) Red warning triangle, see page 28.

pg. 31 Switches in the center console

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

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

Press this switch to turn the Spin Control (SC) function of the STC/DSTC system on or off. To help reduce the risk that the SC function is turned off inadvertently, the switch must be held in for at least half a second to disable this function. See pages 115-116 for more information. R-models only:

The Active Yaw Control function can also be deactivated. See page 115 for more information.

WARNING! Please be aware that the car's handling characteristics may be affected if the Spin Control/Active Yaw Control functions are switched off.

Disconnecting the alarm

This button is used to temporarily disconnect alarm sensors. See page 85 for further information

Auxiliary socket This 12 volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories. The ignition key must be in position 1 (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function. See also page 41 for more information.

Front/rear park assist (option/accessory) See page 100 for more information on this function.

Four-C active chassis system: R models only Please see page 99 for information on adjusting the active chassis settings.

Power child locks (option) See page 86 for more information on this function.

Four-C active chassis system (option) See page 99 for information on this function.

* Standard on all models except R-models. ** Standard on R-models, optional on all other models.

pg. 32 Trip computer (option)

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

Driving distance on current fuel reserve Average fuel consumption Current fuel consumption Average speed Current speed in mph (Canadian models only)

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

Trip computer controls and functions The four* trip computer functions can be accessed by twisting control B one step at a time in either direction. Twisting the control a fifth time** returns you to the original function. The trip computer can be reset (current data will be erased from system memory) by pressing RESET (button C).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Chapter 3 - Climate control system

pg. 47 Climate control system

Ventilation 48
Climate control system - general information 49
Electronic Climate Control (ECC) 50
Manual climate control with air conditioning, A/C 54

pg. 48 Ventilation

Air vents in dash

Air vents (dash) A Open B Closed C Horizontal air flow D Vertical air flow

Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to demist.

Air flow The air that is drawn into the passenger compartment is distributed from 14 ventilation points.

Air vents in door pillars

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

Direct the air vents toward the rear side windows to demist.

Direct the air vents toward the rear seat for the best heating/cooling effect.

pg. 49 Climate control system - 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 car in warm weather If your car 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 car contains a CFC-free refrigerant - R134a (HFC134a). This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 2.2 lbs (1000 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 five minutes, to remove condensation in the A/C evaporator.

pg. 50 Electronic Climate Control (ECC)

pg. 51 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) and air conditioning 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.

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 demists/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 in the passenger compartment is dehumidified. Recirculation will not function while defrost is engaged.

Heated rear window/sideview mirrors

This function demists/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 40 for additional information on this function.

CAUTION:

Never use ice scrapers made of metal as they can easily scratch the mirror surface.

pg. 52 Electronic Climate Control (ECC) - manual settings

Recirculation (see also page 55)

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

recirculation function is switched off.

Selecting Defroster automatically switches recirculation off.

Timer mode activation: (Cars with 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 the 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 and then revert back to fresh air.

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

recirculation button will illuminate steadily for 5 seconds to show a return to "normal" mode.

In normal mode, when the recirculation button is pressed, the climate control system will recirculate the air in the

passenger compartment until the recirculation button is pressed again.

Timer mode memory: If the car is turned off while timer mode is active, timer mode will still be active when the

car is restarted.

Heated front seats (option)

Please see page 40 for more information on this function.

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.

Air conditioning 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.

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.

NOTE: Turning the blower control counterclockwise as far as possible (an orange LED next to the control will light up) will turn both the blower and the air conditioning off.

pg. 53 Electronic Climate Control (ECC) with Interior Air Quality system (option)

Interior Air Quality system (option) Some cars are equipped with a multifilter and air quality sensor. The filter separates gases and particles, thereby reducing the amounts of odors and contaminants entering the car. The air quality sensor detects increased levels of contaminants in the outside air. When the Air quality sensor detects contaminated outside air, the air intake closes and

the air inside the passenger compartment is recirculated, i.e. no outside air enters the car. The filter also cleans recirculated passenger compartment air. When the Air quality sensor is activated, the LED AUT comes on in

Operation: Press

to activate the Air quality sensor (normal setting).

Or select one of three functions by pressing

1. Press

: the LED AUT comes on. The Air quality sensor is now activated.

2. Press

: no LED is lighted. Recirculation not activated.

3. Press

: the LED MAN comes on. Recirculation is now activated.

You can switch between these three functions by repeatedly pressing

Keep the following in mind:

Make it a rule to have the air quality sensor activated at all times. Recirculation is limited in cold climates to avoid misting up. If misting occurs, you should deactivate the Air quality sensor. If the windows mist up, you can also use the windshield and side window defroster functions. See page 51. The filter should be changed at the intervals listed in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet.

However, if the car is used in a severely contaminated environment, it may be necessary to change the filter more frequently.

pg. 54 Manual climate control with air conditioning, A/C

pg. 55 Manual climate control with air conditioning, A/C

A/C - ON/OFF

The air conditioning function is engaged by pressing ON and disengaged by pressing OFF. When you select Defroster

, the air conditioning is automatically engaged if the fan is not set to position 0.

Heated front seats (option)

Please see page 40 for more information on this function.

Heated rear window/sideview mirrors

This function demists/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 40 for additional information on this function.

CAUTION:

Never use ice scrapers made of metal as they can easily scratch the mirror surface.

Recirculation

Recirculation can be used to shut out stale air, exhaust, etc. from the passenger compartment. The air in the passenger compartment is then recirculated, i. e. no air from outside the car is taken into the car when this function is activated. Recirculation (together with the air conditioning system) cools the passenger compartment more quickly in warm weather. If you allow the air in the car to recirculate, there is a risk of icing and fogging, especially in winter. The timer function minimizes the risk of ice, misting and stale air. Activate the timer function as follows:

Press

for more that 3 seconds. The LED flashes for 5 seconds. The air recirculates in the car for 3-12

minutes depending on the outside temperature.

The timer function is activated each time you press

To switch off the timer function :

Press

again for more than 3 seconds. The LED lights for 5 seconds to confirm your selection.

Recirculation is always disconnected when you select Defroster

Blower

Blower speed can be increases or decreased by turning the knob. If the knob is set to 0, the air conditioning function is automatically disengaged.

Temperature

Turn the control to set the temperature for the driver's and passenger's sides of the car. For cooler air, the air conditioning function must be engaged.

Air distribution

Use the air distribution control positions (marked with dots) between the different symbols to fine-tune air distribution for the maximum comfort.

pg. 56 Manual climate control with air conditioning, A/C

Air distribution

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Chapter 4 - Interior

pg. 57 Interior

Front seats (electrically operated) 58
Front seats (manually operated) 59
Storage compartments 61
Front storage compartments, coat hanger 63
Folding table in rear seat 64
Rear seat and cargo area 65
Cargo area 70
Securing cargo 71
Steel grid, cargo net 72
Nylon cargo net (XC70 with 3-section rear seat) 73
Cargo area cover, vanity mirrors 74
Spare tire 75
Auxiliary seat in cargo area, Extra handgrip - XC70 76
Interior lighting 77

pg. 58 Front seats

Electrically operated seats (option) Operation Driver's seat: The seat can be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I, II or if the engine is running. It can also be adjusted as follows with the ignition off: · Within 10 minutes after the driver's door has been unlocked from the outside and has been opened and remains open.

· Within 40 seconds, if the driver's door has just been closed. · Within 40 seconds, if the driver's door has not been opened after the ignition has been switched off.

Passenger's seat: The seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I, II or if the engine is running.

Seat adjustment Adjust the power seat(s) with the controls at the side of the seat as follows: 1 Front edge of seat (raise/lower) 2 Forward - rearward 3 Rear edge of seat (raise/lower) 4 Backrest tilt

Power seat adjustment controls

NOTE: The power seats have an overload protector that activates if a seat is blocked by any object. If this occurs, switch off the ignition (key in position 0) and wait about 20 seconds before operating the seat again.

Emergency stop If the seat accidentally begins to move, press any of the buttons to stop the seat.

NOTE: Please refer to the following page for information on programming the memory function in the driver's seat.

Remote keyless entry system and the driver's seat The remote control transmitter also controls the position of the electrically operated driver's seat in the following way: 1. Adjust the seat to your preferences. 2. When you leave your vehicle, lock it using the remote control.

The position of the seat is now stored in the remote control.

Automatic seat adjustment To move the seat to the position in which you left it: 1. Unlock the driver's door with the same remote control (the one used to lock the doors). 2. Open the driver's door within 2 minutes. The driver's seat will automatically move to the position in which you left it.

NOTE: · The seat will move to this position even if someone else has moved it to a different seating position and locked the car with a different remote control. · 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 your lock your vehicle with the key.

WARNING!

Because the driver's seat can be adjusted with the ignition off, children should never be left unattended in the car. Movement of the seat can be STOPPED at any time by pressing any button on the power seat control panel. Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. In

addition, position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow.

The seat rails on the floor must not be obstructed in any way when the seat is in motion.

pg. 59 Front seats

Programming the driver's seat memory (option)* Three different seating and door mirror positions can be stored in the driver seat's memory. The following example explains how button 1 can be programmed. Buttons 2 and 3 can be programmed in the same way.

To program (store) a seat position in button 1: 1. Move the seat to the desired position using the seat adjustment controls (see the previous page). 2. Press and hold down the MEM (memory) button. 3. With the MEM button depressed, press button 1 briefly to store the seat's current position.

To move the seat to the position that it was in when button 1 was programmed: Press and hold down button 1 until the seat stops moving. As a safety precaution, the seat will stop automatically if the button is released before the seat has reached the preset position.

* This option is only available on the driver's seat.

Manually adjusted front seats 1. Front-rear adjustment: lift the bar and move the seat to the position of your choice. 2. Raise/lower the front edge of the seat cushion (option): use the control to pump the front edge of the cushion up or down. 3. Raise/lower seat height: pump the seat up or down 4. Lumbar support: turn the control for firmer or softer lumbar support. 5. Backrest tilt: turn the control to adjust the angle of the backrest. 6. Control panel for optional power seat (see page 58 for more information).

WARNING!

Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. In

addition, position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow.

Check that the seat is securely locked into position after adjusting.

pg. 60 Front seats

Folding front seat backrest The passenger seat backrest can be folded down to the horizontal position for carrying long loads. To fold down the backrest:

Move the seat as far rearward as possible Adjust the backrest tilt to the most upright position Lift the catches on the lower rear side of the backrest Without releasing the catches, push the backrest forward Move the seat as far forward as possible so that the head restraint slides under the glove compartment.

WARNING! Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during sudden stops.

pg. 61 Storage compartments

1. Storage compartment in door 2. Storage pocket in edge of front seat 3. Ticket clip 4. Glove compartment 5. Storage compartment and cup holders in center console (see the following page for more information) 6. Storage space and cupholders in rear seat armrest 7. Storage pocket in rear side of front seats§

WARNING! Make sure that no hard, sharp or heavy objects lie on or in any of the storage places where they might cause injury during heavy braking.

pg. 62 Cup holders, Glove compartment

Storage compartments in the center console 1. Storage compartment cover 2. Front storage compartment This storage space is fitted with a sliding cover (not on XC70 models) 3. 12-volt socket 4. Space for accessory ashtray

Cup holder for rear seat passengers · To access the storage compartment, press the button on the left side of the armrest and fold the entire cover rearward. · To open the rear seat cup holder, press the button on the right side of the armrest. Fold the upper section of the cover rearward.

The two sections of the cover can be closed separately.

Removing the cup holder in the center console

pg. 63 Front storage compartments, Coat hanger

Cup holders in the center console-V70 (option) To remove the cup holders:

Press the cup holder forward (1), while lifting the rear edge (2). Move the cup holder rearward (3), into the groove under the sliding cover. Angle the front edge of the cup holder upward (4) and lift it out.

Return the cup holder to the storage space in the reverse order.

Cup holders in the center console XC70 (option) To remove the cup holders:

Grasp the rear edge of the cup holder and press in the rear side to release the rear edge. Pull up the cup holder's rear edge and the lift it out.

Return the cup holder to the storage space in the reverse order.

NOTE: Avoid pinching the parking brake gaiter.

Storage in the glove compartment The glove compartment has storage spaces designed specifically to hold credit cards, pens, and pencils.

Coat hanger Use the coat hanger for light jackets, etc.

pg. 64 Folding table in rear seat

Folding Table (option) Pull the tab and fold the table section forward.

Fold the armrest in the backrest forward. Fold out the table so that it rests on the armrest. Press to release the cup holder. You do not have to fold the backrest forward, if you only want to use the cup holder.

To close: Fold the table section upward into place. Fold the arm under the table inward being careful not to pinch your hand. Pull the release and fold the table section back in place.

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Chapter 5 - Keys, Locks, Alarm

pg. 79 Keys, Locks, Alarm

Keys, Immobilizer 80
Remote keyless entry system 81
Unlocking the tailgate, Central locking buttons 83
Alarm 84
Child safety locks - rear doors 86

pg. 80 Keys, Immobilizer

Keys Two types of keys are provided with your car; master keys and a service key. The master key, the remote control, and the central locking button may all be used to lock and unlock all of your car's locks.

The service key operates the driver's door and the ignition switch. It will also fit the tailgate lock cylinder on models outfitted with a factory installed third seat. The service key is intended to help deter unwanted entry into the glove compartment.

Turn the key once to unlock the driver's door and the fuel filler door. Turn the key again (within 10 seconds) to unlock all doors and the tailgate.

One turn with the key towards lock in the drivers door locks all doors and tailgate.

Use the switch on the front door armrests to lock/unlock the car from the inside.

WARNING! If the doors are locked while driving, this may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the car in the event of an accident. (Also see information on "Child safety locks").

NOTE: To help prevent accidentally locking the keys in the car, the central locking system is designed to unlock the doors immediately if the key is left in the ignition switch, the car is locked using the lock button on the door and the door is then closed. A sound from the lock will be audible at this time.

Please note that this function will not unlock the doors if the engine is running.

Immobilizer (start inhibitor) Each of the keys supplied with your car contains a coded transmitter. The code in the key is transmitted to an antenna in the ignition switch where it is compared to the code stored in the start inhibitor module. The car will start only with a properly coded key.

Each key has a unique code, which your Volvo retailer uses if new keys are required. A maximum of six remote controls/keys can be programmed and used for one car.

If you misplace a key, take the other keys to an authorized Volvo retailer for reprogramming as an antitheft measure.

*This key operates only driver's door and ignition switch/steering wheel lock.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

pg. 81 Remote keyless entry system

Remote keyless entry system Your car is equipped with two coded remote control transmitters with integrated ignition keys called Key Integrated Remote (KIR). These transmitters use a radio frequency that will enable you to lock/unlock all doors and the tailgate from a distance of 10-15 feet (3-5 meters).

The transmitters will also activate or allow "keyless" entry into the passenger compartment or the tailgate. They will also activate or deactivate the vehicle's alarm system(s).

The car can also be locked/unlocked with the key.

If one of the transmitters is misplaced, contact your nearest authorized Volvo retailer for replacement.

Buttons in remote control

1 - Fold key in/out, 2 - Lock, 3 - Approach lighting 4 - "Panic" function *, 5 - Unlock tailgate, 6 - Unlock

Using the remote control

Button 1: Press to extend the key. This button must also be pressed when the key is folded back into the slot in the side of the remote control unit.

Button 2 (Lock): Press once to lock all doors, and the tailgate.

Button 3 (Approach lighting): Press this button when approaching the car at night to light up the interior courtesy light, parking lights, license plate lights and the lights in the sideview mirrors.

Button 4 (Panic): See page 84 for more information on this function.

Button 5 (Tailgate unlock): Press this button twice within 3 seconds to unlock the tailgate (without unlocking the other doors).

Button 6 (Unlock): Press this button once to unlock the driver's door only. Wait for at least 1 second and press the button again (within 10 seconds) to unlock all doors, and the tailgate.

NOTE:

If the doors are unlocked with the remote, the locks will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will reset

after 2 minutes unless a door has been opened.

The lock/unlock and alarm features can also be utilized by using the keys.

FCC ID:LQNP2T-APU This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Canadian 2306104388 Model 504 2927 by Donnelly Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Canadian 2306104388A Model 509 977 by Connaught Electronics Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

pg. 82 Remote keyless entry system

Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries If the range of the transmitter is noticeably reduced, this indicates that the battery is weak and should be replaced.

To replace the battery

Remove the cover by carefully prying up its rear edge with a small screwdriver Replace the battery with a new 3-volt, CR 2032 battery. The battery should be inserted with the plus side upward.

Avoid touching the contact surfaces of the battery with your fingers.

Press the cover back into place. Ensure that the rubber seal seats correctly to help prevent moisture from entering the

unit.

NOTE: The old battery should be disposed of properly at a recycling center or at your Volvo retailer.

WARNING! Volvo does not recommend using the transmitter to lock the doors from inside the car. The alarm would be activated and would sound when one of the doors is opened. The doors must not be locked using the remote transmitter while the vehicle is occupied. In case of an accident, this may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the vehicle. The alarm will also sound.

pg. 83 Locking and unlocking the car

Unlocking the tailgate The tailgate lock is incorporated in the central locking system and is locked or unlocked when the driver's door is locked/unlocked.

The tailgate can be unlocked by:

Pressing UNLOCK on the remote control twice. Using the central locking button on the driver's door. Pressing twice on the remote control's tailgate unlock button (see illustration on page 81). Relock the tailgate using the remote's "Lock" button.

Automatic relocking: