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NOTE
Please consult state or provincial regulations restricting the use of studded winter tires before installing such tires.
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Wheels and tires
Temporary Spare
The spare tire in your vehicle is called a "Temporary Spare".
Recommended tire pressure (see the placard on the B-pillar or on the fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the vehicle the temporary spare tire is used on.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.
WARNING
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement for a punctured tire. It must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire. Road holding and handling may be affected
with the "Temporary Spare" in use. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
CAUTION
The vehicle must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that came with the vehicle. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
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Wheels and tires
Summer and winter tires
When switching between summer and winter tires, mark the tires to indicate where they were mounted on the
vehicle, e.g. LF = left front, RR = right rear.
Tires with tread designed to roll in only one direction are marked with an arrow on the sidewall. Incorrectly mounted tires impair the car's braking properties and ability to force aside rain, snow and slush. The tires with the most tread should always be at the rear (to reduce the risk of skidding). Contact a Volvo workshop if you are unsure about the tread depth.
Tire rotation Your vehicle has no recommended tire rotation. The following information is intended to help you understand why.
Tread set As a tire ages and the rubber cures, front and rear tires set at different angles. Therefore, if tires are rotated, the tread will eventually set at an angle that is a compromise. Even if ride, handling, and road noise may still seem acceptable, they may not be optimal. Further, tires that are rotated, but not on a regular basis, may actually cause more tire noise, faster tire wear, and unpleasant changes in steering feel and vehicle handling.
A tire that can fully adapt to its position will provide better steering feel, lower tire noise, and better fuel economy.
Braking stability performance Your vehicle is driven mainly by the front tires, which will wear faster. This can be beneficial. Having more tread on the rear tires will help reduce oversteer. Oversteer is when a vehicle wants to keep turning because of momentum and dynamic forces on its suspension.
Suspension wear diagnostics Every suspension needs periodic inspection and maintenance. A tire's wear pattern can be an aid in detecting a suspension problem. Each tire, if left in place, tells a story about the suspension. Tire rotation, on the other hand, could make suspension wear harder to detect. Early detection is very important, because suspension problems can make tire
wear worse.
If you do rotate your tires... Please follow the tire manufacturer's recommendations, as outlined in the tire manufacturers tire warranty pamphlet.
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Wheels and tires
Changing a wheel
Spare wheel The spare wheel (Temporary spare) is only intended for temporary use. Replace the spare wheel with a normal wheel as soon as possible. The car's handling may be altered by the use of the spare wheel. The correct tire pressure for the spare wheel is stated in the tire pressure tables, see pages 250 and 251.
WARNING
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement for a punctured tire. It must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire. Road holding and handling may be affected with the "Temporary Spare" in use.
CAUTION
The vehicle must never be driven with more than one temporary spare wheel.
The spare wheel is located in the spare wheel well with the rim side down. There are two foam blocks, one under the spare wheel and one over/inside. The upper one contains all tools.
The same bolt runs through to secure the spare wheel and the foam blocks.
Taking out the spare wheel 1. Fold the rear edge of the floor mat forward.
2. Open the floor hatch.
3. Undo the retaining bolt.
4. Lift out the foam block with tools.
5. Lift out the spare wheel.
The other two blocks can remain in the wheel well.
After use The foam block and spare wheel must be replaced in the reverse order. Note the arrow on the upper foam block. It should point forward.
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Wheels and tires
NOTE
If the floor hatch is not completely closed, the private locking feature (see page 58) will not function.
Changing a tire: 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Put the gear selector in P.
3. Block the wheels that are on the ground with wooden blocks or large stones.
4. Remove the wheel cover (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the tool bag.With the vehicle still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel nuts 1/2-1 turns by exerting downward pressure.
5. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen.
6. There are two jack attachment points on each side of the vehicle. Position the jack correctly in the attachment (see illustration above) and crank while simultaneously guiding the base of the jack to the ground. The base of the jack must be flat on a level, firm, non-slippery surface. Before raising the vehicle, check that the jack is still correctly
positioned in the attachment.
7. Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground.
8. Unscrew the wheel nuts completely and carefully remove the wheel so as not to damage the threads on the studs.
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Wheels and tires
9. Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground.
10. Unscrew the wheel nuts completely and carefully remove the wheel so as not to damage the threads on the studs.
WARNING
The jack must correctly engage the jack attachment. Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface. Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a vehicle supported by a jack. Use the jack intended for the vehicle when changing a tire. For any other job, use stands to support the vehicle. Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the Park (P) position. Block the wheels standing on the ground, use rigid wooden blocks or large stones. The jack should be kept well-greased and clean, and should not be damaged. No objects should be placed between the base of jack and the ground, or between the jack and the attachment bar
on the vehicle.
Re-installing the wheel 1. Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub.
2. Lift the wheel and place it on the hub.
3. Install the wheel nuts and tighten handtight. Using the lug wrench, tighten crosswise until all nuts are snug.
4. Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts crosswise to 62 ft. lbs. (85 Nm).
5. Install the wheel cap (where applicable).
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Vehicle care
Washing the car
WARNING
Be sure that the compressor is not connected to a 12-volt socket while replacing the container.
The following points should be kept in mind when washing and cleaning the car:
The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots adhere to the paint and may cause
damage. To help prevent corrosion, it is particularly important to wash the car frequently in the wintertime.
Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight. Doing so may cause detergents and wax to dry out and become abrasive.
To avoid scratching, use lukewarm water to soften the dirt before you wash with a soft sponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may be permanently damaged. A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt and oil. A water-soluble grease solvent may be used in cases of sticky dirt. However, use a wash place equipped with a
drainage separator.
Dry the car with a clean chamois and remember to clean the drain holes in the doors and rocker panels. Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover after the car has been washed. A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to clean the wiper blades. Frequent cleaning of the windshield and wiper blades improves visibility considerably and also helps prolong the service life of the wiper blades.
Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel housings, fenders, etc). In areas of high industrial fallout, more frequent washing is recommended. After cleaning the engine, the spark plug wells should be inspected for water and blown dry if necessary.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills.
CAUTION
During high pressure washing, the spray mouthpiece must never be closer to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
or toward the rear side of the engine.
example when refueling
When washing or steam cleaning the engine, avoid spraying water or steam directly on the electrical components
Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can reduce lighting capacity considerably. Clean the headlights regularly, for
Always close the moonroof and sun shade before washing your vehicle. Never use abrasive cleaning agents on the moonroof. Never use wax on the rubber seals around the moonroof.
Exterior components Volvo recommends the use of special cleaning products, available at your Volvo retailer, for cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental components such as chromed strips on the exterior of your vehicle. The instructions for using these products should be followed
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Vehicle care
carefully. Solvents or stain removers should not be used.
CAUTION
Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rubber components Polishing chromed strips can wear away or damage the surface Polishes containing abrasive substances should not be used
Automatic car wash
We do NOT recommend washing your car in an automatic wash during the first six months (because the paint will
not have hardened sufficiently).
An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your car, but it is worth remembering that it may not be as
thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge and water. Keeping the underbody clean is most important, especially in the winter. Some automatic washers do not have facilities for washing the underbody.
CAUTION
wipers.
Before driving into an automatic car wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to avoid damaging the windshield
Make sure that side view mirrors, auxiliary lamps, etc, are secure, and that any antenna(s) are retracted or
removed. Otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging them.
Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-plated wheels using the same detergents used for the body of the vehicle.
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can permanently stain chrome-plated wheels.
WARNING
When the vehicle is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brakes, including the parking brake, several
times in order to remove any moisture from the brake linings.
Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lighting Condensation may form temporarily on the inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This is normal and the lights are designed to withstand moisture. Normally, condensation will dissipate after the lights have been on for a short time.
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Vehicle care
Polishing and waxing
Normally, polishing is not required during the first year after delivery, however, waxing may be beneficial. Before applying polish or wax the vehicle must be washed and dried. Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar
remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing compound.
After polishing use liquid or paste wax. Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax. Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing a dull surface. A wide range of polymer-based waxes can be purchased today. These waxes are easy to use and produce a long-
lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should not be warmer than 113° F
(45° C).
CAUTION
Volvo does not recommend the use of long-life or durable paint protection coatings, some of which may claim to prevent pitting, fading, oxidation, etc. These coatings have not been tested by Volvo for compatibility with your vehicle's clear coat. Some of them may cause the clear coat to soften, crack, or cloud. Damage caused by application of paint protection coatings may not be covered under your vehicle's paint warranty.
Cleaning the interior
Only use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly and follow the instructions included with the car care product.
Upholstery care Fabric Clean with soapy water or a detergent. For more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream, shoe polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric stain remover. Consult your Volvo retailer.
Alcantera™ suede-like material Suede-like upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution.
Leather care Volvo's leather upholstery is manufactured with a protectant to repel soiling. Over time, sunlight, grease and dirt can break down the protection. Staining, cracking, scuffing, and fading can result.
Volvo offers an easy-to-use, non-greasy leather care kit formulated to clean and beautify your vehicle's leather, and to renew the protective qualities of its finish. The cleaner removes dirt and oil buildup. The light cream protectant restores a barrier against soil and sunlight.
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Vehicle care
Volvo also offers a special leather softener that should be applied after the cleaner and protectant. It leaves leather soft and smooth, and reduces friction between leather and other finishes in the vehicle.
Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and conditioning your vehicle's leather two to four times a year. Ask your Volvo retailer about Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather Softener 943 7429.
Cleaning leather upholstery 1. Pour leather cleaner on a damp sponge and squeeze it until the cleaner foams.
2. Apply the foam to the stain by moving the sponge with circular movements.
3. Dampen the stain thoroughly with the sponge. Let the sponge absorb the stain, do not rub.
4. Dry the stain with soft paper towels or a towel, and allow the leather to dry completely.
Protecting leather upholstery 1. Put a small amount of protectant cream on a cloth and apply a thin coating of cream to the upholstery with light circular movements.
2. Allow the leather to dry for 20 minutes. This will help the leather resist staining and protect against sunlight's harmful UV rays.
CAUTION
Under no circumstances should gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agents be used on the plastic or the leather
since these can cause damage.
Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the coloring can spread. Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding. Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center. Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in a pocket) or Velcro fasteners on clothing may damage the textile upholstery. Clothing that is not colorfast, such as new jeans or suede garments, may stain the upholstery.
Cleaning the seat belts Clean only with lukewarm water and a mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor mats The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially during winter when they should be taken out for drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent. For best protection in winter, Volvo recommends the use of Volvo rubber floor mats. Consult your Volvo retailer.
Spots on interior plastic, metal, or wood surfaces Cleaning interior plastic components should be done with a cleaning agent specially designed for this purpose. Consult your Volvo retailer.
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Vehicle care
Touching up paintwork
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish regularly, for instance washing the vehicle. Touch-up if necessary.
Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive damage.
Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint.
Color code Make sure you have the right color. The color code number is stated on the model plate.
1See page 270 for the location of the model plate.
Minor stone chips and scratches
Material:
Primer - can Paint - touch-up pen Brush Masking tape
If the stone chip has not gone down to the bare metal and an undamaged color coat remains, you can add paint immediately after removing dirt.
NOTE
When touching up the vehicle, it should be clean and dry. The surface temperature should be above 60° F (15° C).
Minor scratches on the surface If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and an undamaged layer of paint remains, the touch-up paint can be applied as soon as the spot has been cleaned.
Repairing stone chips
1. Place a strip of masking tape over the damaged surface. Pull the tape off so that any loose flakes of paint adhere to it.
2. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it with a small brush.
3. When the primer surface is dry, the paint can be applied using a brush. Mix the paint thoroughly; apply several thin paint coats and let dry after each application.
4. If there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding paint by masking it off
5. After a few days, polish the touched-up areas. Use a soft rag and a small amount of polish.
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Label information
Location of labels
271 06 Maintenance and specifications
Label information
List of labels
Model plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, etc.
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS)
standards (Canada) Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the facing side of the driver's door. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
Loads and Tire Pressures
The appearance of the decal will vary, depending on the market for which the vehicle is intended. See also page 247.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
The VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) should always be quoted in all correspondence concerning your vehicle with the retailer and when ordering parts.
Vehicle Emission Control Information
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the underside of the hood. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
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Specifications
Dimensions - V70
273 06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
Dimensions - XC70
274 06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
Weights
275 06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
Engine specifications
276 06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
Engine oil
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC specification GF-3, API SL, or ACEA A1/B1. Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Volvo recommends Castrol.
Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide superior fuel economy and engine protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on premium or synthetic oils.
Oil additives must not be used.
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance services. This oil is only used at customer request, at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.
Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures)
Operation in hot climates When temperatures exceed 104° F (40° C) in your area, Volvo recommends, for the protection of your engine, that you use a heavier weight oil, such as such as SAE 5W-40 or 0W-40. See the viscosity chart.
Operation in temperate climates Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when temperatures do not exceed 104° F (40° C), SAE 5W-30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protection. See the viscosity chart.
Extreme engine operation Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
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Specifications
American Petroleum Institute (API) symbol The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into three parts:
The upper section describes the oil's performance level. The center identifies the oil's viscosity. The lower section indicates whether the oil has demonstrated energy-conserving properties in a standard test in
comparison to a reference oil.
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Specifications
Oil volume
279 06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
Other fluids and lubricants
1Under normal driving conditions the transmission oil does not need changing during its service life. However, it may be necessary under adverse driving conditions.
2Models without headlight washers
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Specifications
Electrical system
General information 12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alternator. Single pole system in which the chassis and engine block are used as conductors. The negative terminal is connected to the chassis.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION
If the battery is replaced, replace it with a battery of the same cold start capacity and reserve capacity as the original (see the decal on the battery).
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Volvo programs
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance
Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON CALL roadside assistance. Additional information, features, and benefits are described in a separate information package in your glove compartment.
If you have misplaced your package, dial:
In the U.S.A. 1-800-638-6586 (1-800-63-VOLVO)
In Canada: 1-800-263-0475
Technician certification
In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo supports certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.). Certified technicians have demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific areas. Besides passing exams, each technician must also have worked in the field for two or more years before a certificate is issued. These professional technicians are best able to analyze vehicle problems and perform the necessary maintenance procedures to keep your Volvo at peak operating condition.
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188, 189
90
155
153
158-161
132
130
135
13022-24
19-21
27
25
66-68
114
194, 226
115
75
54, 95139
140, 141
137
136
143
145-148
139
136
168
102
64
33282 Index
12-volt sockets Accessory installation warning Active Bi-Xenon® headlights Active chassis system Active yaw control Adaptive cruise control Air conditioning Air distribution Air distribution table Air vents Airbags disconnecting the front passenger's side front inflatable curtain side impact Alarm system All Wheel Drive Anti-freeze Anti-lock brake system warning light Approach lighting Audio system audio functions CD player/changer menu control overview radio functions Sirius satellite radio sound settings steering wheel keypad Auto brake (collision warning) Auto-dim rearview mirror Automatic locking Automatic locking retractor
Automatic transmission Geartronic general description oil shiftlock override Axle weight Battery changing maintenance remote control, replacing specifications warning symbols Black box Blind Spot Information System(BLIS) Blinkers (turn signals) Booster cushion, integrated Booster cushions Brake lights emergency brake lights Brake system checking fluid level emergency brake assistance fluid general information Hill Descent Control warning light Bulbs cargo area lighting fog lights footwell lighting headlights introduction license plate lights side marker lights specifications taillight vanity mirror Capacity weight Cargo area changing bulbs cover floor rails
113
112-113
279
113
256238-239
238
60
280
237
6, 220
182-184
93
45-47
41
91
91227
116
279
115
117, 118
77233
232
233
228-230
228
233
231
234
232
234256
23
209
205hooks for securing loads net steel grid Catalytic converter CD player/changer Central locking system, introduction Chains Chassis system Check engine light Child restraint systems booster cushions convertible seats infant seats ISOFIX/LATCH anchors top tether anchors Child restraints, recalls and registration Child safety booster cushions child restraint systems convertible seats infant seats Child safety locks Climate system air distribution air distribution table air vents defroster Interior Air Quality System introduction passenger compartment filter refrigerant Clock, setting Cold weather driving Collision warning system Compass in rearview mirror Conserving electrical current Convertible seats Coolant Cooling system, general information Courtesy lighting Crash mode Cruise control adaptive Curb weight
205, 206
210
208
200
140-141
52
259
155
75
34-35
41
38-40
36-37
42
43
44
31-33
41
34-35
38-40
36-37
48130
135
130
133
129
128
129
128
79
194
168, 170
151
193
38-40
226, 279
193
93-94
30
156-157
158-161
256Current, conserving Defroster Detachable key blade Dimensions V70
XC70
Direction indicators Disconnecting the front passenger's airbag Distance Alert Dome lighting Door mirrors Driver Alert system Driver distraction warning Driving economically Driving in cold weather Driving through water ECC Economical driving Electric parking brake Electrically operated tailgate Electronic Climate Control air distribution table Interior Air Quality System ventilated seats Emergency brake lights Emergency locking retractor Emergency starting Emergency towing Emission inspection readiness Engine overheating specifications starting starting with keyless drive Engine compartment overview Engine oil checking low pressure warning light specifications volumes Environment Eyelets for anchoring loads193
133
57-58272
273
93
22-24
165
93-94
101
173
192
194
193131-133
192
119
203
131-133
135
133
131
91
33
111
216-217
22277
275
110
110
223224
76
276
278
205F Federal Clean Air Act Floor rails Fluid specifications Fog lights front front, changing bulbs front/rear Four C (active chassis system) Front airbags disconnecting passenger's side airbag Front fog lights changing bulbs Front park assist Front seats heated Fuel filler cap Fuel filler door opening automatically opening manually Fuel level warning light Fuel requirements Fuel tank volume Fuses Gas tank volume Gasoline requirements Gauges Geartronic automatic transmission General warnings Generator warning light Glossary of tire terminology Glove compartment, locking Grocery bag holder Gross vehicle weight Hazard warning flashers Headlight washers Headlights active bi-xenon® lights changing bulbs high beam flash high/low beams switch
220
205
27976
232
91, 92
155
19-21
22-24
76, 91
232
178-180
84
131
200198
199
76
196-197
279
240-244279
197
74
113
77
255
65
207
25692
9790
229-230
90
90
90Heartbeat sensor (alarm system) Heated front seats Heated oxygen sensors Heated rear seats High beams indicator light Hill Descent Control Home safe lighting HomeLink universal transceiver Hood Horn Ignition modes Immobilizer Important information Indicator lights Infant seats Inflatable curtain Inflation pressure Inflation pressure tables Information lights Information symbol Inspection readiness Instrument lighting Instrument overview Instrument panel Integrated booster cushion Integrated two-stage booster cushion Interior Air Quality System Interior lighting ISOFIX anchors Jack attaching location of Jump starting Key blade private locking Keyless drive location of antennas (pacemaker warning) locking and unlocking the vehicle starting the engine
56
131
201
132
89
76
117, 118
94
105-108
223
8880
53
74-77
36-37
27
247-248
250-251
74-77
76
222
89
72-74
126-127
46-47
45
129
93-94
42263
262
11152, 57-58
5863
61-62
110Labels list of location of Lane Departure Warning LATCH anchors Leather care Lighting panel Load anchoring eyelets Loading floor rails hooks for securing loads Loading the vehicle roof loads Locking automatic from the inside from the outside glove compartment tailgate Locking the vehicle Locks, child safety Low beams Low fuel level warning light Low oil pressure warning light Main instrument panel Maintenance performed by the owner Malfunction indicator light Menu system overview Messages in the instrument panel Mirrors defroster power door rearview, auto-dim function retractable vanity Moonroof Motor oil checking specifications volumes
271
270
176
42
267
89
205205
205, 206
202, 256
19564
64
64
65
65
54
48
89
76
76126-127
220
221
75
124
125
126-127102
101
102
101
188
103-104224
276
278Net in cargo area Occupant safety Occupant weight sensor Octane recommendations Odometer, trip Oil checking low pressure warning light specifications volumes On Call Roadside Assistance Overhead courtesy lighting Overheating, engine Oxygen sensors, heated Pacemaker (keyless drive warning) Paint, touching up Panic alarm Park assist Parking brake electric, applying/releasing warning light Parking lights changing bulbs Personal Car Communicator, unique functions Polishing the vehicle Power front seat memory function with keyless drive Power mirrors defroster Power moonroof Power steering fluid speed-dependent Power tailgate (option) Power windows laminated glass Pregnancy, using seat belts during Private locking Proposition 65 warning Radio
210
14
22-24
197
78224
76
276
278
281
93-94
77
20163
269
55
178-180119
76
90
230
55-56
26783
84
101
102
103-104227, 279
155
203
99-100
100
17
58
9, 111, 239, 280functions Sirius satellite radio Rails, floor Rain sensor READ button Rear fog light Rear park assist Rear seats center head restraint folding head restraint heated Rear window defroster Rearview mirror auto-dim function compass Recall, child restraints Refrigerant Refueling fuel filler cap fuel filler door fuel tank volume octane recommendations Registering child restraints Remote control approach lighting common functions immobilizer key blade key memory locking the vehicle panic alarm Personal Car Communicator private locking replacing battery unlocking the tailgate unlocking the vehicle Reporting safety defects Roadside Assistance Roof loads Safety defects, reporting Safety, occupant Seat belts
143
145-148
205
96
126
92
178-18086
85
86
132
102102
151
44
128, 279
196-197
200
198
279
197
44
52
54
54
53
52, 57-58
53
54
55
54-56
58
60
55
54
15
281
21115
14Automatic locking retractor/Emergency locking retractor 33
16
buckling 16
maintenance pretensioners 16
16
reminder 77
reminder warning light securing child restraint systems 36, 38, 41
16
unbuckling 17
use during pregnancy using 16
82-83
Seats, front 79
Setting the clock Shiftlock override 113
101
Side door mirrors 25
Side impact airbags Side marker lights, changing bulbs 231
145-148
Sirius satellite radio 259
Snow chains Snow tires 259
139
Sound settings, audio system 260
Spare tire Speed-dependent steering 155
153
Spin control SRS 18
Stability system indicator light introduction operation symbols in the instrument panel Start inhibitor (immobilizer) Starting the engine with keyless drive Starting the vehicle after a crash (crash mode) Steel grid in cargo area Steering wheel adjusting horn keypad lock Storage spaces Studded tires Sunroof (moonroof) Supplemental restraint system76
153
153
154
53
109
11030
20887
88
87, 124, 136
110
186
259
103-104
18warning light Tailgate driving with it open locking/unlocking power operated wiper/washer Tailgate wiper, replacing the blade Taillights, changing bulbs Temporary spare tire Three-way catalytic converter Tire pressure monitoring system indicator light Tires age changing from summer to winter designations glossary of terms improving economy inflation pressure inflation pressure tables snow spare specifications storing studded tire pressure monitoring system uniform tire quality grading Top tether anchors (child restraint systems) Touching up paint Towing a trailer trailer hitch Towing eyelet Towing the vehicle Traction control Trailer hitch Trailer towing trailer hitch Transmission Geartronic general description oil shiftlock override Tread wear indicator
77
192
65
203
98
236
232
260
200
252
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2 0 0 8 VOLVO
V70
VOLVO OWNER'S MANUAL V70
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VOLVO
Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times in this (or any other) automobile. And, of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any impairment that could hinder your ability to drive.
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by the certification labels attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment. For further information please contact your retailer, or:
In the USA:
Volvo Cars of North America, LLC Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
1-800-458-1552
www.volvocars.usIn Canada:
Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255
www.volvocanada.com2007 © Volvo Car Corporation. All rights reserved.
2 Contents
00 Introduction Important information 6
Important warnings Environment02 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade 52
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Keyless drive Locks 64
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Alarm01 Safety Occupant safety Reporting safety defects Safety in the passenger compartment Crash mode Child safety Child restraint systems Infant seats Convertible seats Booster cushions ISOFIX lower anchors Top tether anchors Child restraint registration and recalls Integrated booster cushion Child safety locks
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03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Ignition modes Seats Steering wheel Lighting Wipers and washers Power windows Mirrors Power moonroof HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (option) Starting the engine Transmission Brakes Hill Descent Control (HDC) Electric parking brake
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05 During your trip Driving recommendations 192
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Refueling 202
Loading Cargo area 208
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Towing a trailer Emergency towing 21672
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11904 Comfort and driving pleasure Menus and messages Climate system Audio system Trip computer Compass Stability system Active chassis system-Four C Cruise control Adaptive Cruise Control-ACC Distance Alert Collision Warning with Auto- brake (option) Driver Alert System-option Park assist (option) Blind Spot Information System (option) Passenger compartment convenience
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07 Index Index 282
06 Maintenance and specifications Volvo maintenance 220
Maintaining your car 221
Hood and engine compartment 223
Engine oil 224
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Fluids Replacing bulbs 228
Wiper blades and washer fluid 235
237
Battery 240
Fuses Wheels and tires 245
265
Vehicle care 270
Label information Specifications 272
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6 Introduction
Important information
Points to keep in mind
Before you operate your vehicle for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the information in chapter 3. Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after operating the
The manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be kept in the vehicle for
vehicle for the first time.
ready access.
Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and emission
control 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. This information is subject to change without prior notice. Please note that some vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements. Optional equipment described in this manual may not be available in all markets.
Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design without notice
and without incurring obligation
WARNING
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, unseen damage may affect its drivability and safety.
Vehicle event data (Black box)
Your vehicle's driving and safety systems employ computers that monitor, and share with each other, information about your vehicle's operation. One or more of these computers may store what they monitor, either during normal vehicle operation or in a crash or near-crash event. Stored information may be read and used by:
Volvo Car Corporation service and repair facilities law enforcement or government agencies others who may assert a legal right to know, or who obtain your consent to know such information.
7 Introduction
Important warnings
Driver distraction
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.
safety:
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
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
If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, set and make changes to your travel itinerary only with the
driver while the vehicle is moving.
vehicle parked.
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.
Accessory installation
We strongly recommend that Volvo owners install only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and that accessory
installations be performed only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
Genuine Volvo accessories are tested to ensure compatibility with the performance, safety, and emission systems in your vehicle. Additionally, a trained and qualified Volvo service technician knows where accessories may and may not be safely installed in your Volvo. In all cases, please consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician 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 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 vehicle.
Damage caused by unapproved or improperly installed accessories may not be covered by your new vehicle
warranty.
See your Warranty and Service Records
8 Introduction
Important warnings
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.
9 Introduction
Environment
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 CFCs, lead chromates, asbestos, and cadmium; and reduced the number 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 the heated 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 95-99% 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 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, dismantling information is available for all Volvo models. For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts weighing more than 3.4 oz. (100 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 whenever possible. See a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (
malfunction indicator) light 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, please use genuine Volvo car care products. All Volvo car care products are
formulated to be environmentally friendly.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
10 Introduction
WARNING
Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, adaptive steering columns, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
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VOLVOV70
12 01 Safety
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Occupant safety Reporting safety defects 15
Safety in the passenger compartment 16
Crash mode 30
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Child safety 34
Child restraint systems Infant seats 36
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Convertible seats 41
Booster cushions ISOFIX lower anchors 42
Top tether anchors 43
Child restraint registration and recalls 44
Integrated booster cushion 45
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Child safety locks13 01 Safety
14 01 Safety
Occupant safety
Volvo's concern for safety
Safety is Volvo's 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: 1-800-458- 1552 or in Canada at: 1-800-663-8255.
Occupant safety reminders 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 following suggestions are intended 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.
15 01 Safety
Reporting safety defects
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.safercar.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).
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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Safety in the passenger compartment
Seat belts
Using seat belts Seat belts should always be worn by all occupants of your vehicle. Children should be 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 pretensioners All seat belts are equipped with pretensioners that reduce slack in the belts. These pretensioners are triggered in situations where the front or side impact airbags deploy, and in certain impacts from the rear. 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.
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. See page 33 for more information regarding the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR).
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.
Seat belt reminder The seat belt reminder consists of an audible signal and a symbol in the instrument panel that alert the driver if his/her seat belt is not fastened.
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 maintenance Check periodically that the seat belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning. Check seat belt mechanism
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Safety in the passenger compartment
function as follows: attach the seat belt and pull rapidly on the strap.
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. As seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching, they should be replaced after any collision, even if they appear to be undamaged.
WARNING
Never repair the belt yourself; have this work done by a trained and qualified 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
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 ensure 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 34 for information on securing child seats with the seat belts.
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Safety in the passenger compartment
Supplemental restraint system
Warning symbols in the instrument panel 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 pretensioners, front airbags, side impact airbags, a front passenger 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) illuminates when the ignition is in modes I, II, or III, and will normally go out after approximately 6 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. See also pages 75 and 76 for more information about indicator and warning symbols.
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 a trained and qualified 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 insert the remote control into the ignition slot 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 remote control into the ignition slot and press the Start button (without depressing brake pedal) to go to
ignition mode II. See page 80 for more information.
Press firmly on the brake pedal. Move the gear selector from Park (P) to the Neutral (N) position. See page 113 for information on manually
overriding the shiftlock system.
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Safety in the passenger compartment
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 surrounded by the airbags, and deceleration sensors that activate 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 pretensioners 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.
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
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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 pretensioners 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.
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
1See also the Occupant Weight Sensor information on page 22.
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.usIn Canada:
Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255
www.volvocanada.comNOTE
Deployment of front airbags occurs only one time during an accident. In a collision where deployment occurs, the airbags and seat belt pretensioners 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 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 airbags are triggered at partial capacity. If the impact is more severe, the airbags are triggered at full capacity.
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Airbag decals
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 33 for guidelines.
Occupants in the front passenger's seat must never sit on the edge of the seat, sit leaning toward the instrument
panel or otherwise sit out of position.
