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WARNING
• Adaptive Cruise Control is not a colli- sion avoidance system. The driver is always responsible for applying the brakes if the system does not detect another vehicle.
• Adaptive Cruise Control does not react to people or animals, or small vehicles such as bicycles and motorcycles. It also does not react to slow moving, parked or approaching vehicles, or sta- tionary objects.
• Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control in demanding driving conditions such as city driving or other heavy traffic situa- tions, in slippery conditions, when there is a great deal of water or slush on the road, during heavy rain or snow, in poor visibility, on winding roads or on high- way on- or off-ramps.
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Fault tracing and actions If the message Radar blocked See manual is displayed, this means that the radar signals from the sensor have been obstructed and that a vehicle ahead cannot be detected. This, in turn, means that the functions of the ACC, Distance Alert, and Collision Warning System with Auto-brake will not function. The table lists possible causes for this mes- sage being displayed, and suitable actions.
Cause
Action
The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or obstructed in some way. Clean the radar surface, or remove the object causing the obstruction.
Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the radar signals.
No action possible. Heavy precipitation may affect the function of the radar.
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Cause
Action
Swirling water or snow from the surface of the road may interfere with the radar signals.
No action possible. A very wet or snow-covered road surface may affect the function of the radar.
The surface of the radar is clean but the message remains in the display. Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the radar to detect that
it is no longer obstructed.
Symbols and messages in the display
Symbol Message
Description
Standby mode or active mode when no other vehicle has been detected.
Active mode with a detected vehicle to which ACC is adapting speed/distance.
Time interval while it is being set.
Time interval after it has been set.
Turn on DSTC to enable Cruise
ACC cannot be put in active mode if the stability system DSTC's Spin control is switched off. See page 157 for more information.
Cruise control Cancelled
ACC has been automatically switched off. The driver must regulate the vehicle’s speed/distance to the vehicle ahead.
Cruise control Unavailable ACC cannot be put in active mode. This may be due to:
• high brake temperature • the radar sensor is obstructed (by heavy rain, snow, etc.)
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Symbol Message
Description
Radar blocked See manual ACC has been temporarily disconnected because the radar is obstructed in some way and cannot
detect other vehicles. See page 166 for information on the radar sensor’s limitations.
Cruise control Service required
ACC is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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Introduction Distance Alert is part of Adaptive Cruise Con- trol and is a function that provides information about the time interval to the vehicle ahead. Distance Alert is active at speeds above approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). Time interval information is only given for a vehicle that is driving ahead of your vehicle in the same direc- tion. No information is provided for vehicles driving toward you, moving very slowly, or at a standstill.
A smaller section of the red warning light in the windshield glows steadily if your vehicle is closer to the one ahead than the set time inter- val.
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NOTE
Setting a time interval
Distance Alert only monitors distance to the vehicle ahead while Adaptive Cruise Control is in active mode.
WARNING
Distance Alert only indicates the distance to the vehicle ahead. It does not affect the speed of your vehicle.
Operation
Press the button in the center instrument panel to switch this function on or off. The indicator light in the button illuminates when the function is on.
Controls and display
Time interval: Increase/decrease
Time interval: On, while it is being set
Time interval: On, after it has been set
Press decrease it.
to increase the interval or
to
Five different time intervals can be selected and are shown in the display as 1–5
horizontal bars. The greater the number of bars, the longer the time interval. One bar rep- resents approximately 1 second to the vehicle ahead; 5 bars is approximately 2.5 seconds.04
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The number of bars indicating the selected time interval are shown while the setting is being made and for several seconds afterward. A smaller version of the symbol is then shown to the right in the dis-
play. The same symbol is displayed when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is activated.
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NOTE
• The higher your vehicle’s speed, the
greater the distance to the vehicle ahead, measured in feet (meters), for a given time interval.
• The set time interval is also used by
Adaptive Cruise Control, see page 164.
WARNING
NOTE
Only use a time interval that is suitable in current traffic conditions.
Limitations Distance Alert uses the same radar sensor used by Adaptive Cruise Control and the Col- lision Warning system. See page 166 for more information on the radar sensor’s limitations.
Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light contrasts, the use of sunglasses, or if the driver is not looking straight ahead may make the visual warning signal in the wind- shield difficult to see.
WARNING
• Bad weather or winding roads may affect the radar sensor’s capacity to detect vehicles ahead.
• The size of the vehicle ahead, such as a motorcycle, may also make it difficult to detect. This may result in the warning light illuminating at a shorter distance than the one that has been set, or that the light will not come on at all.
Symbols and messages in the display
Symbol Message
Description
Time interval while it is being set.
Time interval after it has been set.
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Distance Alert*
Symbol Message
Description
Radar blocked See manual Distance Alert has been temporarily disconnected because the radar is obstructed in some way and
cannot detect other vehicles. See page 166 for information on the radar sensor’s limitations.
Collision warn. Service required
Distance Alert or Collision Warning with Auto-brake is not functioning properly. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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Introduction Collision Warning with Auto-brake is designed to assist the driver if there is a risk of a collision with a vehicle ahead that is at a standstill or moving in the same direction as your vehicle. Collision Warning consists of the following three functions: • Collision Warning warns the driver of a
potential collision situation.
• Brake Support helps the driver brake effi-
ciently in a critical situation.
• Auto-brake brakes the vehicle automati- cally if a collision cannot be avoided. Auto- brake cannot prevent a collision but can reduce the speed at which a collision occurs.
WARNING
The auto-brake function cannot prevent a collision but instead is intended to reduce speed at the moment of impact. For full braking effect, driver must apply the brakes.
WARNING
• Collision Warning does not work in all driving, traffic, weather and road condi- tions. It does not react to vehicles not traveling in the same direction as your vehicle.
• The collision warning system is not
designed to detect pedestrians.
• Warnings are only provided when the risk of collision is high. The "Function" section provides information about lim- itations that the driver must be aware of before using Collision Warning.
• The auto-brake function can help
reduce the speed at impact but the driver should always apply the brakes for the best possible braking effect, even if auto-brake is actively applying the brakes.
• Never wait for a collision warning. This system is designed to be a supplemen- tary driving aid. It is not, however, intended to replace the driver's atten- tion and judgement. The driver is responsible for maintaining a safe dis- tance and speed, even when the colli- sion warning system is in use.
• Maintenance of the Collision Warning
system's components must only be
performed by a trained and qualified Volvo technician.
Function
Function overview
Visual warning signal, collision risk
Radar sensor
Camera
Collision Warning The radar sensor and the camera work together to detect stationary vehicles and vehi- cles that are moving in the same direction as your vehicle. If there is a risk of collision, the driver is alerted by a flashing red warning light and an audible warning signal. Collision warn- ing is active at speeds above 5 mph (7 km/h).
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Brake Support If the risk of collision continues to increase after the collision warning has been given, Brake Support is activated. Brake Support prepares the brake system to react quickly, and the brakes are applied slightly. This may be expe- rienced as a light tug. If the brakes are applied quickly, full braking effect will be provided, even if pressure on the brake pedal is light.
Auto-brake If a collision is imminent and the driver has not applied the brakes or begun to steer around the vehicle, the auto-brake function is activated without the driver pressing the brake pedal. Limited brake force is applied to reduce the vehicle’s speed when the collision occurs. The driver must apply the brakes for full braking effect.
WARNING
The auto-brake function cannot prevent a collision but instead is intended to reduce speed at the moment of impact. For full braking effect, driver must apply the brakes.
NOTE
The auto-brake function is always on and cannot be turned off.
Operation Some settings are controlled from the center console via a menu system.
Collision
On and off To switch Collision Warning on or off, go into the menu Car settings warning settings and select On or Off. When the engine is started, the setting that was selected when it was switched off will be used. When the engine is switched on, the Collision Warning setting that was being used when it was switched off will be the default setting.
Activating/deactivating warning signals The collision warning system’s audible and vis- ual signals are activated automatically when the engine is started if the collision warning system is switched on. The audible warning signal can be activated/ deactivated by selecting the alternative Collision warning on or Collis'n warning OFF in Car settings settings
Collision warning
Warning sound.
Setting a warning distance This setting determines the distance at which the visual and audible warnings are triggered. Select Long, Normal or Short underCar
settings
Collision warning settings
Warning distance
The warning distance determines the level of sensitivity used by the system. The warning distance Long provides an earlier warning. Begin by using Long and if the system gives too many warnings, try changing to Normal.
WARNING
• The setting Short should only be used
in situations where traffic is light and moving at low speeds.
• Collision Warning alerts the driver to the risk of a collision but this function can- not reduce the driver’s reaction time.
• For Collision Warning to be as effective as possible, it is recommended that Dis- tance Alert be set to 4 or 5, see page 171.
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NOTE
• When Adaptive Cruise Control is used, the warning light and signal will be used by that function, even if the warnings provided by Collision Warning have been deactivated by the driver.
• In situations where traffic is moving at considerably different speeds, or if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly, warn- ings may be considered to be late, even if the setting Long has been selected.
Checking settings The current Collision Warning settings can be checked by going into the menu system at Car settings See page 124 for more information on the menu system.
Collision warning settings.
Limitations Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light con- trasts, the use of sunglasses, or if the driver is not looking straight ahead may make the visual warning signal in the windshield difficult to see. For this reason, always activate the audible warning signal. Slippery driving conditions increase braking distance, which can reduce the system's capacity to avoid a collision. In these condi-
tions, the ABS and DSTC systems provide the best possible braking effect while helping to maintain stability.
NOTE
The visual warning signal may be temporar- ily disengaged in the event of high passen- ger compartment temperature due to strong sunlight, etc. If this occurs, the audible warning signal will be used, even if it has been deactivated in the menu system.
WARNING
• In certain situations, the system cannot provide warnings or warnings may be delayed if traffic conditions or other external factors make it impossible for the radar sensor or camera to detect a vehicle ahead.
• Warnings may not be provided if the distance to the vehicle ahead is short, or if movements of the steering wheel/ brake pedal are great, such as during active driving.
• The sensor system has a limited range for stationary or slow-moving vehicles and may therefore give delayed or no warnings if your vehicle’s speed is above approximately 45 mph (70 km/h).
• Warnings for stationary or slow-moving
vehicles may not be provided in dark conditions.
The Collision Warning system uses the same radar sensors as Adaptive Cruise Control. For more information on the radar sensor and its limitations, see page 166. If no warning is given, or if a warning is delayed, Auto-brake will also not be provided or will be delayed.
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NOTE
If warnings are given too frequently, the warning distance can be reduced (see page 175). This causes the system to pro- vide later warnings, which decreases the total number of warnings provided.
The camera’s limitations The camera is used by Collision Warning with Auto-brake, Driver Alert Control (see page 180), and Lane Departure Warning (see page 183).
NOTE
• To help protect the camera in very hot
conditions, it may be temporarily switched off for approximately 15
minutes after the engine has been started.• Keep the section of the windshield in
front of the camera clean and free of ice, snow, or condensation.
WARNING
• The camera has the same limitations as
the human eye. In other words, its “vision is impaired” by adverse weather conditions such as heavy snowfall, dense fog, etc. These conditions may reduce the function of systems that depend on the camera or cause these systems to temporarily stop function- ing.
• Never place any objects, decals, etc., on the windshield in front of the camera. This could reduce or block the camera’s function, and could cause one or more of the systems that utilize the camera to stop functioning.
• Strong sunlight, reflections from the
road surface, ice or snow covering the road, a dirty road surface, or unclear lane marker lines may drastically reduce the camera’s capacity to detect the side of a lane or another vehicle.
Fault tracing and actions If the message Windscreen Sensors blocked is displayed, this means that the cam- era is obscured and cannot detect vehicles or road marker lines in front of the vehicle. This, in turn, means that Collision Warning with Auto-brake, Lane Departure Warning, and Driver Alert Control will not have full function- ality. The table lists possible causes for this mes- sage being displayed, and suitable actions.
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Cause
Action
The surface of the windshield in front of the camera is dirty or covered with ice or snow.
Fog, heavy rain or snow is interfering with the function of the camera.
Clean or clear the section of the windshield in front of the camera.
No action possible. Heavy precipitation may affect the function of the camera.
The surface of the windshield is clean but the message remains in the display.
Wait a short time. It may take several minutes for the camera to register visibility.
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The surface between the inside of the windshield and the camera is dirty. Contact an authorized Volvo retailer or service technician to have this
surface cleaned.
Symbols and messages in the display
Symbol Message
Description
Collis'n warning OFF
Collision Warning is switched off. This message is displayed when the engine is started and will dis- appear after approx. 5 seconds. It can also be erased by pressing the READ button.
Collision warn. Unavaila- ble
Collision Warning cannot be activated. This message is displayed when the driver attempts to activate the function. It will disappear after approx. 5 seconds or can be erased by pressing the READ button.
Auto braking was acti- vated
Auto-braking has been active. This message can be erased by pressing the READ button.
Windscreen Sensors blocked
The camera is temporarily not functioning. This message is displayed if the camera is obstructed by snow, ice, dirt, etc., on the windshield. Clean the area of the windshield in front of the camera, see page 177 for more information on the camera’s limitations.
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Symbol Message
Description
Radar blocked See man- ual
Collision Warning and Auto-brake are temporarily not functioning. The radar sensor is blocked, for example by heavy rain or snow that has accumulated in front of the sensor, and cannot detect other vehicles, see page 166 for more information on the radar sensor’s limitations.
Collision warn. Service required
Collision Warning and Auto-brake are partially or completely not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message remains in the display.
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Driver Alert System*
Introduction The Driver Alert System is designed to help a driver who may be becoming fatigued or who is inadvertently leaving the lane. The Driver Alert System consists of two differ- ent functions that can be switched on together or separately. • Driver Alert Control (DAC) • Lane Departure Warning (LDW), see
page 183
When one or both of the functions has been switched on, it is in standby mode and is acti- vated when the vehicle exceeds a speed of 40 mph (65 km/h). The function deactivates if speed goes under 37 mph (60 km/h). Both functions use a camera that is dependent on the road/lane being clearly marked by pain- ted lines on each side.
WARNING
The Driver Alert system does not function in all situations and is designed to be a sup- plementary aid. It is not, however, intended to replace the driver’s attention and judge- ment.
Driver Alert Control (DAC)– introduction
This function is intended to alert the driver if his/her driving becomes erratic, such as if the driver is distracted or fatigued.
NOTE
The camera has certain limitations, see page 166.
A camera monitors the painted lines marking the lane in which the vehicle is traveling and compares the direction of the road with the driver’s movements of the steering wheel. The driver is alerted if the vehicle does not follow the lane smoothly.
DAC is designed to help detect a slowly chang- ing driving pattern. It is primarily intended to be used on main roads and is not meant for use in city traffic.
WARNING
• DAC is not intended to extend the dura-
tion of driving. Always plan breaks at regular intervals to help remain alert.
• In certain cases, fatigue may not affect
the driver’s behavior. In situations of this type, no warning will be provided. Therefore, it is important to take breaks at regular intervals, regardless of whether or not DAC has given a warn- ing.
Limitations In certain situations, DAC may provide warn- ings even if the driver’s driving pattern has not become erratic. • if the driver is testing the LDW function • in strong crosswinds • on grooved road surfaces.
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Operating DAC Certain settings can be made from the menu system controlled from the center instrument panel. The current system status can be checked on the trip computer’s display by using the but- tons on the left steering wheel lever.
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Thumb wheel. Turn this wheel until Driver Alert is displayed. The second line shows the alternatives Off, Unavailable, or [----- ], i.e., the number of bars. READ button. Confirms and erases a mes- sage in the display.
If the vehicle is being driven erratically, the driver will be alerted by an audible signal and the message Driver Alert, Time for a break is displayed. The warning will be repeated after a short time if the driving pattern remains the same.
Activating DAC In the center instrument panel, go to Car settings and select Driver Alert on.
The function is activated when the vehicle exceeds a speed of 40 mph (65 km/h). The display will show level markings of 1–5 bars, where a low
number of bars indicates erratic driving. A high number of bars indicates stable driving.
WARNING
• An alert should be taken seriously since
it is sometimes difficult for a driver to realize that he/she is fatigued.
• In the event of a warning or if the driver feels fatigued, stop as soon as possible in a safe place and rest.
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Symbols and messages in the display
Symbol Message
Description
Driver alert off
Driver alert Unavailable
The function is not switched on.
The vehicle’s speed is below 37 mph (60 km/h) or the road lacks clear marking lines.
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Symbol Message
Description
Driver alert
The function is analyzing the driver’s driving pattern. The number of bars varies from 1–5, where a low number of bars indicates erratic driving. A high number of bars indicates stable driving.
Driver Alert Time for a break
The vehicle has been driven erratically. The driver receives an audible signal and a text message.
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Windscreen Sensors blocked
The camera is temporarily not functioning, due to snow, ice, or dirt on the windshield. Clean the area of the windshield in front of the camera. See page 177 for information on the camera’s limitations.
Driver Alert Sys Service required
The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message remains in the display.
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Lane Departure Warning (LDW)– introduction
Operation and function
This function is designed to help reduce the risk of accidents in situations where the vehicle leaves its lane and there is a risk of driving off the road or into the opposite lane. LDW con- sists of a camera that monitors the lane’s side marker lines. The driver is alerted by an audible signal if the vehicle crosses a side marker line or the road’s center dividing line.
LDW can be switched on or off by pressing the button on the center console. A light in the but- ton illuminates when the function is on. The trip computer display shows Lane Depart Warn Unavailable when the function is in standby mode. When LDW is in standby mode, the function is activated automatically after the camera has monitored the road’s side marker lines and the vehicle’s speed exceeds 40 mph (65 km/h). Lane Depart Warn Available will be dis- played. If the camera can no longer monitor the road’s side marker lines, or if the vehicle’s speed falls
1 A warning will be given even when Increased sensitivity has been selected.
Driver Alert System*
below 37 mph (60 km/h), LDW will return to standby mode and Lane Depart Warn Unavailable will be displayed. If the vehicle unexpectedly crosses the lane’s left or right side marker lines, the driver will be alerted by an audible signal. No warning signal will be given in the follow- ing situations: • The turn signal is being used • The driver’s foot is on the brake pedal1
• The throttle pedal is pressed quickly • If the steering wheel is moved quickly • In sharp turns that cause the vehicle’sbody to sway.
See page 177 for information on the camera’s limitations.
WARNING
The driver will only be warned once for each time the wheels cross a marker line. No alarm will be given if a marker line is between the wheels.
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Settings Settings for Lane Departure Warning can be made in the menu system under Car settings
Lane departure warning. See page
124 for more information on the menu system. There are two alternatives:
On at start-up: This selection puts the func- tion in standby mode each time the engine is started. Otherwise, the system will be in the mode that it was in when the engine was switched off. Increased sensitivity: This selection increa- ses the function’s sensitivity. Warnings will be given at an earlier stage and fewer limitations apply. When this setting is being used, the sys-
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Symbols and messages in the display
Symbol Message
Description
tem only needs to monitor lane marker lines on one side of the vehicle to change status to Lane Depart Warn Available.
Lane departure warning ON/Lane departure warning OFF
The function is switched on or off. The text disappears after 5 seconds.
Lane Depart Warn Available
The function is monitoring the road’s marker lines.
Lane Depart Warn Unavailable
Speed is below 37 mph (60 km/h) or if the road lacks clear marker lines.
Windscreen Sensors blocked
The camera is temporarily not functioning, due to snow, ice, or dirt on the windshield. Clean the area of the windshield in front of the camera. See page 177 for information on the camera’s limitations.
Driver Alert Sys Service required
The system is not functioning. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if the message remains in the display.
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Introduction The park assist system is designed to assist you when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc. It utilizes four ultrasound sensors located in one or both bumpers to measure the dis- tance to a vehicle, object, or a person who may be close to the front or rear of your vehicle. An audible signal and symbols in the audio sys- tem’s display indicate the distance to the object. This system is available in the rear bumper only, or in both the front and rear bumpers.
WARNING
Park Assist is an information system, NOT a safety system. This system is designed to be a supplementary aid when parking the vehicle. It is not, however, intended to replace the driver's attention and judge- ment.
Function
Park assist button The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started. The indicator light in the but- ton in the center console illuminates when the system is on. • The front park assist system is active from the time the engine is started until the vehi- cle exceeds a speed of approximately 10 mph (15 km/h). It is also active when the vehicle is backing up.
• Rear park assist is active when the engine
is running and reverse gear has been selected.
Park assist*
Activating/deactivating The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started. ± Press the Park assist button on the center console to temporarily deactivate the sys- tem(s). > The indicator light in the button will go out when the system has been deacti- vated.
Park assist will be automatically reactivated the next time the engine is started, or if the button is pressed (the indicator light in the button will illuminate).
NOTE
• Front park assist is disengaged auto-
matically when the parking brake is applied.
• If the vehicle is equipped with front and
rear park assist, both systems will be deactivated by pressing the button.
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Signals from the park assist system
Display in a vehicle with both front and rear
Rear park assist
park assist: Reverse gear is selected and no objects have been detected in front of or behind the vehicle.
Audible signal The Park Assist system uses an intermittent tone that pulses faster as you come close to an object, and becomes constant when you are within approximately 1 ft (30 cm) of an object in front of or behind the vehicle (example 2 in the illustration). If there are objects within this distance both behind and in front of the vehicle, the tone alternates between front and rear speakers. If the volume of another source from the audio system is high, this will be automatically low- ered.
Active
Active
Active
Views in the display
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Visual indicator The audio system’s display gives an overview of the vehicle’s position in relation to a detected object. The markers in the display indicate that one or more of the four sensors has detected an object. The greater the number of markers, the closer the vehicle is to the object.
Display in a vehicle with rear park assist
only: An object has been detected by both of the right rear sensors.
Display in a vehicle with both front and rear
park assist. The solid marker in this example indicates that an object is closer than approx- imately 1 foot (30 cm) to the right front sensor.
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The distance monitored behind the vehicle is approximately 5 ft (1.5 m). The audible signal comes from the rear speakers. The system must be deactivated when towing a trailer, carrying bicycles in a rear-mounted carrier, etc, which could trigger the rear park assist system's sensors.
NOTE
Rear park assist is deactivated automati- cally when towing a trailer if Volvo genuine trailer wiring is used.
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Faults in the system If the information symbol illuminates and Park assist syst Service required is shown on the information display, this indicates that the sys- tem is not functioning properly and has been disengaged. Consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
CAUTION
In certain circumstances, the park assist system may give unexpected warning sig- nals that can be caused by external sound sources that use the same ultrasound fre- quencies as the system. This may include such things as the horns of other vehicles, wet tires on asphalt, pneumatic brakes, motorcycle exhaust pipes, etc. This does not indicate a fault in the system.
Front park assist
The distance monitored in front of the vehicle is approximately 2.5 ft (0.8 m). The audible sig- nal comes from the audio system's front speakers. It may not be possible to combine auxiliary headlights and front park assist since these lights could trigger the system's sensors.
NOTE
Front park assist is deactivated when the parking brake is applied and or when the gear selector is in the P position.
Park assist*
Cleaning the sensors
Location of the front sensors
Location of the rear sensors The sensors must be cleaned regularly to ensure that they work properly. Clean them
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with water and a suitable car washing deter- gent. Ice and snow covering the sensors may cause incorrect warning signals.
NOTE
If the sensors are obstructed by e.g., dirt, snow, or ice, this could result in false warn- ing signals from the park assist system.
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Introduction The Park Assist Camera uses the display on the dashboard to show the area behind the car while you are backing up. PAC also shows guiding lines in the on-screen image to indicate the direction that the vehicle will take as it moves rearward, which helps simplify parallel parking, backing into a tight space or when attaching a trailer to the vehicle.
NOTE
PAC can only be installed on vehicles equip- ped with the Volvo’s own navigation system VNS.
WARNING
• PAC is designed to be a supplementary aid when parking the vehicle. It is not, however, intended to replace the driver’s attention and judgment.
• The camera has blind spots where it
cannot detect objects or people behind the vehicle.
• Pay particular attention to people or ani-
mals that are close to the vehicle.
Function The driver sees what is behind the vehicle and if a person or animal should suddenly appear from the side. PAC is mounted on the tailgate, near the open- ing handle. The camera has built-in electronics that help reduce the “fish-eye” effect so that the image shown on the screen is as natural as possible. This may cause some objects on the screen to “lean,” which is normal.
WARNING
Objects seen on the screen may be closer than they appear to be.
Ambient lighting conditions The camera automatically monitors the ambi- ent lighting conditions behind the vehicle and constantly adjusts sensitivity to light. This may cause the brightness and quality of the image on the screen to vary slightly. Sensitivity to light is increased in dark conditions or in bad weather, which may affect image quality. If the image on the screen seems too dark, brightness can be increased with the thumb wheel on the lighting panel.
Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)*
NOTE
In order to function properly, the camera lens should always be kept clean. This is particularly important in bad weather. Keep the lens free of dirt, ice or snow.
Using PAC
Activation PAC is activated when the gear selector is moved to R if the system is set to Automatic under Parking camera settings in the menu system. If the Volvo Navigation System (VNS) is in use, PAC will automatically override the navigation system to show the camera's image on the screen instead of navigation information, for as long as reverse gear is selected.
Deactivation Move the gear selector from R to another posi- tion. There is a slight delay in the PAC system, which means that the view from behind the vehicle will remain on the screen for approxi- mately 15 seconds after the gear selector has been moved from the R position or until the vehicle reaches a forward speed of 6 mph (10 km/h). The screen will then revert to the mode that it was in before R was selected and will, for example, display navigation system information.
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Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)*
Guiding lines
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The lines on the screen are projected as if they were a path on the ground behind the vehicle and are affected by the way in which the steer- ing wheel is turned. This enables the driver to see path the vehicle will take, even if he/she turns the steering wheel while backing up.
WARNING
Keep in mind that the image on the screen only shows the area behind the vehicle. The driver must always watch for people, ani- mals, other vehicles, etc., near the sides of the vehicle when turning while backing up.
Marker lines
The dashed line (2) indicates the clear zone of approximately 5 feet (1.5 m) behind the bumper. These lines also indicate the outmost limits that any object (door mirrors, corners of the body, etc.) extends out from the vehicle , even when the it turns. The "wheel tracks" (3) between the side marker lines show where the wheels will roll and can extend up to approximately 10.5 ft (3.2 m) behind the bumper if there are no objects in the way.
Vehicles equipped with Park Assist
NOTE
The PAC system's lines
When backing up with a trailer, the guiding lines show the path that the vehicle will take, not the trailer.
Marker line for a 1-foot (30-centimeter) zone behind the vehicle Marker line for the clear back-up zone
"Wheel tracks"
The solid line (1) indicates a zone within 1 ft (30 centimeters) of the rear bumper.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional Park Assist system, the distance to an object will be indicated more exactly and colored markers in the display indicate which of the sensor(s) has detected the object.
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The markers change color (from yellow to orange to red) as the vehicle comes closer to the object.
Marker (color)
Green
Yellow
Red
Distance to
object
> 5 ft (1.5 m)
5–1 ft (0.3–1.5)
0–1 ft (0–0.3)
Settings To make PAC system settings, press the MENU button in the center console control panel and go to Main menu Car settings
and select one of the following:
Parking camera settings • Mark Park Assist lines to display the side-
lines while backing up.
• Mark Distance information to display the
intersecting lines while backing up.
Activating the system • Mark Automatic to activate PAC each
time reverse gear is selected.
• Mark Off to turn off PAC completely. Summary • The camera is activated when the gear
selector is moved to R (this can be
changed in the settings menu) and the image is shown on the navigation system's display.
• When backing up, two solid lines are pro- jected on the screen to show the path that the vehicle's rear wheels will take. These lines are affected by movements of the steering wheel. The vehicle's approximate outer dimension are shown by two dashed lines.
• The graphic lines will not be displayed
when backing up with a trailer that is con- nected to the vehicle's electrical system. • Objects on the ground that are closer than 1 ft (30 centimeters) cannot be detected by the camera.
• The camera is active for approx.
5 seconds after the gear selector is moved to R or until the vehicle's speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).
• The optional Park Assist sensors and the parking camera work together and infor- mation from the sensors is shown graphi- cally on the display.
• If the Park Assist* system's sensors detect
a trailer, the camera will zoom in on the trailer hitch to help position the trailer's tongue correctly.
• The graphic lines shown on the screen
when the vehicle backs up can be disabled in the settings menu.
Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)*
• Automatic or manual zoom can be
selected in the settings menu.
Limitations Even if a fairly small section of the screen image appears to be obstructed, this may mean that a relatively large area behind the vehicle is hid- den and objects there may not be detected until they are very near the vehicle.
NOTE
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Bicycle carriers or other accessories moun- ted on the tailgate may obstruct the cam- era's field of view.
Keep in mind • Keep the camera's lens free of dirt, ice and snow. Remove ice and snow carefully to avoid scratching the lens.
• Clean the lens regularly with warm water
and a suitable car washing detergent.
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Blind Spot Information System*
Introduction
WARNING
NOTE
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BLIS camera
Indicator light
BLIS symbol
The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) is an information system that indicates the presence of another vehicle moving in the same direction as your vehicle in the side-view mirror's "blind area."
CAUTION
The BLIS system should only be repaired by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech- nician.
The door panel indicator light illuminates on the side of the vehicle where the system has detected another vehicle. If your vehicle is passed on both sides at the same time, both lights will illuminate.
BLIS has an integrated function that alerts the driver if a fault should occur with the system. For example, if one or both of the system's cameras are obscured, a message (see the table on page 194) will appear in the informa- tion display in the instrument panel. If this occurs, clean the camera lenses. If necessary, the system can be temporarily switched off (for instructions, see page 194).
• BLIS is an information system, NOT a
warning or safety system.
• BLIS does not eliminate the need for you to visually confirm the conditions around you, and the need for you to turn your head and shoulders to make sure that you can safely change lanes.
• As the driver, you have full responsibility
for changing lanes in a safe manner.
The system is based on digital camera tech- nology. The cameras are located beneath the side-view mirrors. When one (or both) of the cameras have detected a vehicle in the blind area (up to approximately 10 ft. (3 meters) from the side of your vehicle, and up to approximately 31 ft. (9.5 meters) behind the side-view mirror), see the illustration, the indicator light in the door panel illuminates. The light will glow continu- ously to alert the driver of the vehicle in the blind area.
Areas monitored by BLIS Distance A = approx. 31 ft. (9.5 meters), Distance B = approx. 10 ft. (3 meters)
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When does BLIS function The system functions when your vehicle is moving at speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h).
When you pass another vehicle: The system reacts when you pass another vehicle at a speed of up to 6 mph (10 km/h) faster than that vehicle. When you are passed by another vehicle: The system reacts if your vehicle is passed by another vehicle at a speed of up to 43 mph (70 km/h) faster than your vehicle.
WARNING
• BLIS does not function in sharp curves. • BLIS does not function when your vehi-
cle is backing up.
• If you are towing a wide trailer, this may prevent the BLIS cameras from detect- ing other vehicles in adjacent lanes.
How BLIS functions in daylight and darkness Daylight BLIS reacts to the shape of surrounding vehi- cles. The system is designed to help detect motor vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, etc.
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Darkness BLIS reacts to the headlights of surrounding vehicles. In order to be detected by BLIS, a vehicle in the blind area must have its head- lights on. This means, for example, that the system will not detect a trailer without head- lights that is being towed behind a car or truck.
NOTE
If the BLIS indicator lights illuminate occa- sionally even when there are no other vehi- cles in the blind area, this does not indicate a fault in the system. In the event of a fault, Blind spot syst. Service required will be displayed.
WARNING
• BLIS does not react to cyclists or
mopeds.
• BLIS does not react to vehicles that are
standing still.
• The BLIS cameras have the same limi- tation as the human eye. In other words, their "vision is impaired" by adverse weather conditions such as heavy snowfall, intense light directly into the camera, dense fog, etc.
Limitations In certain situations, the BLIS indicator light(s) may illuminate even when there are no other vehicles in the area monitored by the system.
The following are several examples of situa- tions in which the BLIS indicator light(s) may illuminate even when there are no other vehi- cles in the area monitored by the system.
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Blind Spot Information System*
CAUTION
• Clean the lenses carefully to avoid
scratching.
• The lenses are electrically heated to
help melt ice or snow. If necessary, gen- tly brush away snow from the lenses.
The vehicle's own shadow against a large, light, smooth surface such as barriers between lanes on a highway
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Switching BLIS on and off
Sunlight directly in the camera when the sun is low on the horizon
Cleaning the BLIS camera lenses In order to function optimally, the BLIS camera lenses must be kept clean. They can be wiped clean with a soft cloth or wet sponge.
BLIS is automatically activated when the igni- tion is switched on. The indicator lights will provide confirmation by flashing 3 times. • The system can be switched off by press- ing the BLIS button in the center console (see the illustration). The indicator light in the button goes out when the system is
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switched off, and a text message is dis- played.
• BLIS can be switched on again by pressing the button. The indicator light in the button will illuminate and a new text message will be displayed. Press the READ button (see page 126) to erase the message.
BLIS system messages Text in the dis- play
System status
Blind spot syst. Service required
Blind spot syst. camera blocked
Blind-spot info system ON
BLIS not functioning properly. Contact an authorized Volvo service technician.
BLIS camera obscured. Clean the lenses.
BLIS system on
Text in the dis- play
Blind-spot info system OFF
Blind spot syst. Reduced function
System status
BLIS system off
The BLIS cameras' function has been reduced due to weak or impaired data transfer between the BLIS system's cameras and the vehicle's electrical system. The cameras will reset themselves when this data transfer has returned to normal.
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Passenger compartment convenience
Storage spaces
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Compartment in door panel
Tunnel console
Glove compartment
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Storage pocket on the front edge of the front seat cushions Glove compartment
Storage compartment, 12-volt socket and AUX input Jacket holder
Rear seat cup holders
Storage pocket
Jacket holder The jacket hanger is located on the inboard side of the front passenger's seat head restraint. It is only intended for hanging light garments.
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The owner's manual and maps can be kept here. There are also holders for pens and fuel cards. The glove compartment can be locked manually with the key blade, see page 66.
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Vanity mirror
12-volt sockets
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Vanity mirror with lighting The light comes on automatically when the cover is lifted.
12-volt socket in the front tunnel console
12-volt socket in the rear center console The electrical socket can be used for 12-volt accessories such as cell phone chargers and coolers. The maximum current is 10 A. For the
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socket to supply current, the ignition must be in at least mode I, see page 79. The auxiliary socket can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette lighters and ashtrays can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
12-volt socket in the cargo area*
Fold down the cover to access the electrical socket.
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NOTE
The 12-volt socket in the cargo area pro- vides electrical current even when the igni- tion is switched off. Using the socket while the engine is not running will drain the bat- tery.
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Refueling............................................................................................... 206
Loading................................................................................................. 211
Cargo area ........................................................................................... 216
Towing a trailer...................................................................................... 220
Emergency towing................................................................................ 222200
DURING YOUR TRIP
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Driving recommendations
General information
Economical driving conserves natural resources Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules: • Bring the engine to normal operating tem-
perature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
• Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
• Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration
and hard braking.
• Use the transmission's Drive (D) position as often as possible and avoid using kick- down.
• Do not exceed posted speed limits. • Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra
load) in the vehicle.
• Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
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• Remove snow tires when threat of snow or
ice has ended.
• Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,
increase air resistance and also fuel con- sumption.
• At highway driving speeds, fuel consump- tion will be lower with the air conditioning on and the windows closed than with the air conditioning off and the windows open.
• Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can help you learn how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are: • Dirty air cleaner • Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter • Dragging brakes • Incorrect front end alignment Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard maintenance intervals.
WARNING
Driving with the tailgate open: Driving with the tailgate open could lead to poisonous exhaust gases entering the passenger com- partment. If the tailgate must be kept open for any reason, proceed as follows: • Close the windows • Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side win- dows and the blower control to its high- est setting.
Weight distribution affects handling At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in the cargo area, the less the tendency to understeer.
Handling, roadholding Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check that the tires are inflated to the recommended pressure according to the vehicle load. See the "Tire pressure" section. Loads should be dis- tributed so that capacity weight or maximum permissible axle loads are not exceeded.
Driving through water • The vehicle can be driven through water up to a depth of approximately 10 in. (25 cm), at a maximum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h). • Take particular care when driving through
flowing water.
• Clean the electrical connections for trailer
wiring after driving in mud or water.
• When driving through water, maintain low
speed and do not stop in the water.
WARNING
After driving through water, press lightly on the brake pedal to ensure that the brakes are functioning normally. Water or mud can make the brake linings slippery, resulting in delayed braking effect.
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CAUTION
WARNING
• Engine damage will occur if water is
drawn into the air cleaner.
• If the vehicle is driven through water deeper than 10 in (25 cm), water may enter the differential and the transmis- sion. This reduces the oil's lubricating capacity and may shorten the service life of these components.
• Do not allow the vehicle to stand in water up to the door sills longer than absolutely necessary. This could result in electrical malfunctions.
• If the engine has been stopped while the
vehicle is in water, do not attempt to restart it. Have the vehicle towed out of the water.
Engine and cooling system Under special conditions, for example when driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or with heavy loads, there is a risk that the engine and cooling system will overheat. Proceed as fol- lows to avoid overheating the engine. • Maintain a low speed when driving with a
trailer up long, steep hills.
• Do not turn the engine off immediately
when stopping after a hard drive.
The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off.
• Remove any auxiliary lights from in front of the grille when driving in hot weather con- ditions.
• Do not exceed engine speeds of 4500 rpm if driving with a trailer in hilly terrain. The oil temperature could become too high.
Conserving electrical current Keep the following in mind to help minimize battery drain: • When the engine is not running, avoid
using ignition mode II. Many electrical sys- tems (the audio system, the optional navi- gation system, power windows, etc) will function in ignition modes 0 and I. These modes reduce drain on the battery.
• Please keep in mind that using systems, accessories, etc., that consume a great deal of current when the engine is not run- ning could result in the battery being com- pletely drained. Driving or having the engine running for approximately 15 minutes will help keep the battery charged.
• The optional 12 volt socket in the cargo area provides electrical current even with
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the ignition switched off, which drains the battery.
Before a long distance trip It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv- ice technician before driving long distances. Your retailer will also be able to supply you with bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for your use in the event that problems occur. As a minimum, the following items should be checked before any long trip: • Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.
• Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage • Have the transmission oil level checked. • Check condition of drive belts. • Check state of the battery's charge. • Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as well), and replace those that are worn. Check tire pressures.
• The brakes, front wheel alignment, and steering gear should be checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service techni- cian only.
• Check all lights, including high beams. • Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.
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• Have a word with a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if you intend to drive in countries where it may be difficult to obtain the correct fuel.
• Consider your destination. If you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice are likely to occur, consider snow tires.
Cold weather precautions If you wish to check your vehicle before the approach of cold weather, the following advice is worth noting: • Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture will reduce freeze protection. This gives protection against freezing down to –31 °F (–35 °C). The use of "recycled" anti- freeze is not approved by Volvo. Different types of antifreeze must not be mixed. • Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator. • Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – this helps prevent the formation of condensa- tion in the tank. In addition, in extremely cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to add fuel line de-icer before refueling.
• The viscosity of the engine oil is important. Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves cold-weather starting as well as decreas- ing fuel consumption while the engine is warming up. For winter use, 5W-30 oil, par- ticularly the synthetic type, is recom-
mended. Be sure to use good quality oil but do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving or in warm weather, see page 298 for more information on engine oil.
NOTE
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance inter- vals except at owner request and at addi- tional charge.
• The load placed on the battery is greater during the winter since the windshield wip-
