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VOLVO

S60

ntroduction

Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe

iving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure

our satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment

escriptions, operating instructions and maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual.

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so urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times in this (or any other) automobile. An

course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any

mpairment that could hinder your ability to drive.

our Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by the

rtification labels attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine

ompartment.

or further information please contact your retailer, or:

n the USA:

olvo Cars of North America

ustomer Relations

O. Box 914

ockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914

00-458-1552

n Canada:

olvo Canada Ltd.

75 Gordon Baker Road

orth York, Ontario M2H 2N7

00-663-8255

General Information

hiftlock (automatic transmission)

When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position. To release the selector fro

is position, turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press th

utton on the front side of the gear selector and move the selector from (P)ark.

eylock (automatic transmission)

When you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the key can

moved from the ignition switch.

nti-lock Brake System (ABS)

he ABS system in your car performs a self-diagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches the speed o

pproximately 12 mph (20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be aud

om the ABS control module. This is normal.

uel filler door

he fuel filler door, located on the right rear fender, is connected to your car's central locking system



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ess the button on the light switch panel (see illustration on page 30) when the car is at a standstill t

nlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the car begi

move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door relocks.

uel filler cap

fter refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place. If this cap is

osed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp ("

heck Engine" light) will illuminate.

mportant information

efore you operate your car for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the new- engine oil

onsumption information on page 78. You should also be familiar with the information in chapters o

wo and four of this manual.

formation contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after

perating the vehicle for the first time.

he manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be kept in the

r ready access.

o not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and

xhaust emission requirements. In some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these

quirements. Modifications to the emission control system( s) may render your Volvo not certifiable

gal operation in the U. S., Canada and other countries.

ll information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest prod

formation available at the time of publication. Please note that some vehicles may be equipped

fferently, depending on special legal requirements. Optional equipment described in this manual m

ot be available in all markets.

olvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design

ithout notice and without incurring obligation.

WARNING!

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals

known to the state of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Inaddition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or em

chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive

harm.

Volvo and the environment

olvo is committed to the well being of its customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care



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bout the environment in which we all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvem

reducing our environmental impact.

olvo's environmental activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the overall

nvironmental impact of a product throughout its complete life cycle. In this context, design, product

oduct use, and recycling are all important considerations.

production, Volvo has partly or completely phased out several chemicals including freons, lead

hromates, naphtanates, asbestos, mercury and cadmium; and reduced the amount of chemicals used

ur plants 50% since 1991.olvo was the first in the world to introduce into production a three-way catalytic converter with a

ambda sond, now called oxygen sensor, in 1976. The current version of this highly efficient system

duces emissions of harmful substances (CO, HC, NOx) from the exhaust pipe by approximately 95

nd the search to eliminate the remaining emissions continues. Volvo is the only automobile

anufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits for the air conditioning system of all models as far back a

e 1975 model 240. Advanced electronic engine controls, refined purification systems and cleaner f

e bringing us closer to our goal.

fter Volvo cars and parts have fulfilled their use, recycling is the next critical step in completing th

fe cycle. The metal content is about 75% of the total weight of a car, which makes the car among thost recycled industrial products. In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling, many Vol

ariants have printed dismantling manuals, indicating the weight and material of individual compone

or Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts weighing more than 1.7 oz. (50 grams) are marked with

ternational symbols that indicate how the component is to be sorted for recycling.

addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal

ombustion 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

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

Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with impropflated tires.

Follow the recommended maintenance schedule.

Drive at a constant speed.

See an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunctio

dicator) lamp illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started.

Properly dispose of any vehicle-related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, et

When cleaning your car, use Volvo's own car care products, all of which have systematically been

dapted to the environment.

or additional information regarding the environmental activities in which Volvo Cars of Northmerica, LLC. and Volvo Car Corporation are involved, visit our Internet Home Page at: http://www

olvocars.com

remAir&REG;

n the surface of the radiator in the engine compartment, there is a special coating called

emAir&REG;. PremAir&REG; works as a catalytic converter, converting most of the ground leve

zone passing through the radiator into oxygen, thereby reducing harmful ground-level ozone.

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nstruments, switches and controls

Page

Front fog lights 30

Headlights/Parking lights/switch for unlocking fuel filler

oor30

Rear fog light 30

Turn signals/High/low beams 32

Cruise control 36

Horn iv

Instrument panel 22

Audio controls in steering wheel 162

Windshield wipers 33



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0. Parking brake (hand brake) 37

1. Center console switches 27

2. Climate control 43

3. Audio system 157

4. 12 V socket 37

5. Hazard warning flashers 34

6. Glove compartment 62

7. Panel vents 45

8. Text window 26

9. Temperature gauge 22

0. Odometer/ Trip odometer/Cruise control indicator 22/36

1. Speedometer 22

2. Turn signal indicators 22

3. Tachometer 22

4. Ambient temperature/Clock/Selected gear indicator 22

5. Fuel gauge 22

6. Indicator and warning symbols 23

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8. Panel vents 45

9. Instrument lighting 30

0. Lighting panel 30

1. Reading lights 58

2. Interior lighting 58

3. Sun roof control 41

4. Seat belt reminder iv

5. Rearview mirror 406. Lock button, for all doors 71

7. Blocking rear seat power windows 38

8. Controls, power windows 38

9. Controls, sideview mirrors 40



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Contents

Contents

Safety

Instruments and controls

Climate control

Interior

Locks and alarm

Starting and driving

Wheels and tires

Car care

Maintenance and service

Specifications

Audio

Index

Back Cover



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Safety

pg. 1 Safety

eat belts 2

Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System) 4

ide airbags (SIPS airbags) 10

nflatable Curtain (IC) 12

nspection of airbags, inflatable curtains and seat belt

ensioners13

WHIPS 14

hild safety 16

ccupant safety, Reporting safety defects 20

pg. 2 Safety

eat belts

ot wearing a seat belt is like believing "It'll never happen to me!" Volvo, the inventor of the three-p

at belt, urges you and all occupants of your car to wear seat belts and ensure that children are prope

strained, using an infant, car or booster seat determined by age, weight and height. Volvo also belie

o child should sit in the front seat of a car.

OTE: Legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage.dditionally, most states and provinces have already made it mandatory for occupants of a car to use

at belts.

o, urging you to "buckle up" is not just our recommendation - legislation in your state or province m

andate seat belt usage. The few seconds it takes to buckle up may one day allow you to say, "It's a

ood thing I was wearing my seat belt."

OTE: A chime will sound several times if the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.

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Extending the lap belt

o buckle a seat belt:

ull the belt out far enough to insert the latch plate into the receptacle until a distinct click is heard. Tat belt retractor is normally "unlocked" and you can move freely, provided that the shoulder belt is

ulled 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

or the seat belt to provide maximum protection in the event of an accident, it must be worn correctl

When wearing the seat belt remember:

The belt should not be twisted or turned.

The lap belt must be positioned low on the hips (not pressing against the abdomen).

ake sure that the shoulder belt is rolled up into its retractor and that the shoulder and lap belts are t

efore exiting the car, check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled.

necessary, guide the belt back into the retractor slot.

hild seats:

ease refer to page 19 for information on securing child seats with the seat belts.

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uring pregnancy

egnant women should always wear seat belts. Remember that the belt should always be positioned

ch a way as to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen. The lap portion of the belt should be

cated low, as shown in the above illustration.

WARNING!

Seat belts:

q Never use a seat belt for more than one occupant. Never wear the shoulder portion of the belt und

he 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 b

replaced after any collision, even if they appear to be undamaged.

q Never repair the belt on your own; have this work done by an authorized Volvo retailer only.

q 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.q The seat back should not be tilted too far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to functio

properly.

q 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 bel

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Sample label found on all seat belts with tensioners

pg. 4 Safety

Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System)

river's side airbag

s an enhancement to the three-point seat belt system, your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental

estraint System (SRS) to complement the three-point seat belt system. The inflatable airbag is insta

lded up in the center of the steering wheel. The wheel is embossed with SRS.



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WARNING!

Never drive an SRS equipped car with your hands on the steering wheel pad / airbag

housing.

assenger side airbag

he airbag on the front passenger side is folded up in a compartment above the glove compartment. Tanel is embossed SRS.

WARNING!

No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to, or installed near the SR

cover in the center of the steering wheel, the SRS cover above the glove compartment or the area

affected by airbag deployment.

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WARNING!

As its name implies, SRS is designed to be a SUPPLEMENT to - not a replacement for - the three-

point belt system. For maximum protection, wear seat belts at all times. Be aware that no system ca

prevent all possible injuries that may occur in an accident.

When installing any optional equipment, make sure that the SRS system is not damaged. Do not

attempt to service any component of the SRS yourself. Attempting to do so may result in seriouspersonal injury. If a problem arises, take your car to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer for

nspection as soon as possible.

pg. 5 Safety

OTE: Deployment of SRS components occurs only one time during an accident. In a collision whe

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powder is released. The release of the powder may appear as smoke-like matter. This is a normal

haracteristic and does not indicate fire.

OTE: Volvo's dual-threshold, dual-stage airbags use special sensors that are integrated with the fro

at buckles. The point at which the airbag deploys is determined by whether or not the seat belt is b

ed, as well as the severity of the collision. Collisions can occur where only one of the airbags deplo

the impact is less severe, but severe enough to present a clear injury risk, the dual-stage airbags are

ggered at just 70% of their total capacity. If the impact is more severe, the dual-stage airbags are

ggered at full capacity.

WARNING!

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

recommend that occupants under 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) in height who have outgrown these devic

sit in the rear seat with the seat belt fastened.

Never drive with the airbags deployed. The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your c

Other safety systems can also be damaged. The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are

deployed can cause skin and eye irritation in the event of prolonged exposure.

pg. 6 Safety

Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System) (Contd)

WARNING!

Children must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat. Volvo recommends that ALL occupan

adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle

with a front passenger-side airbag. See page 19 for guidelines.

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

nstrument panel or otherwise sit out of position. The occupant's back must be as upright as comfor

allows and be against the seat back with the seat belt properly fastened.

Feet must be on the floor, e.g. not on the dash, seat or out of the window.

No objects or accessory equipment, e.g. dash covers, may be placed on, attached to, or installed nea

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llustration on page 4).

There should be no loose articles, e.g. coffee cups, on the floor, seat or dash area.

Never try to open the SRS cover on the steering wheel or the passenger side dash. This should only

done by an authorized Volvo service technician.

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

Warning light in the instrument panel

self-diagnostic system incorporated in the sensor monitors the SRS. This system does not, howeve

onitor the Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags. If a fault is detected, the warning light wi

uminate. The light is included in the warning/indicator light cluster in the instrument panel. Norma

e SRS warning lamp should light up when the ignition key is turned to positions I, II or III and sho

o out after 7 seconds or when the engine is started. Check that this light is functioning properly eve

me the car is started.

he following items are monitored by the self-diagnostic system:

Sensor unit

Cable harness

Gas generator

WARNING!

f the SRS warning light stays on after the engine has started or if it comes on while you are driving

drive the car to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer for inspection as soon as possible.

pg. 7 Safety

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When are the airbags deployed?

he SRS system is designed to deploy during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or

ecelerations, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The SRS sensor is

esigned to react to both the impact of the collision and the inertial forces generated by it and to

etermine if the intensity of the collision is sufficient for the seat belt tensioners or airbags to be

eployed.

the airbags have been deployed, we recommend the following:

Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer. Never drive with the airbags deployed.

Have an authorized Volvo retailer replace the SRS system components.

Use only new, Genuine Volvo Parts when replacing SRS components (airbags, seat belts, tensione

c.).

When are the airbags NOT deployed?

ot all frontal collisions activate the SRS system. If the collision involves a nonrigid object (e.g., a s

ift or bush), or a rigid, fixed object at a low speed, the SRS system will not necessarily deploy. Fro

rbags do not normally deploy in a side impact collision, in a collision from the rear or in a rollover

tuation. The amount of damage to the bodywork does not reliably indicate if the airbags should hav

eployed or not.

eat belts - the heart of the Volvo safety system

he heart of the Volvo safety system is the three-point seat belt (a Volvo invention)! In order for the

RS system to provide the protection intended, seat belts must be worn at all times by everyone in th

r. The SRS system is a supplement to the seat belts.

WARNING!

Never drive with the airbags deployed. The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your c

Other safety systems can also be damaged. The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are

deployed can cause skin and eye irritation in the event of prolonged exposure.

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WARNING!

f your car has been subjected to flood conditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/standing water on the floor

of the vehicle) or if your car has become flood-damaged in any way, do not attempt to start the

vehicle or put the key in the ignition before disconnecting the battery (see below). This may cause

airbag deployment which could result in personal injury. Have the car towed to an authorized

Volvo retailer for repairs.

Automatic transmission:

Before attempting to tow the car, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to

move the gear selector to the neutral position.

q Switch off the ignition for at least 10 minutes and disconnect the battery

q Wait at least one minute

q Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position II

q Press firmly on the brake pedal.

q Move the gear selector from (P)ark to the (N) eutral position.

here is no maintenance to perform on the SRS yourself. The month and year shown on the decal on

oor pillar indicate when you should contact your Volvo retailer for specific servicing or replacemen

rbags and seat belt tensioners. This service must be performed by an authorized Volvo retailer.

hould you have any questions about the SRS system, please contact your authorized Volvo retailer

olvo Customer Support.:

n the USA:

olvo Cars of North America, LLC.

ustomer Relations

O. Box 914

ockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914

00-458-1552

n Canada:olvo Canada Ltd.

75 Gordon Baker Road

orth York, Ontario M2H 2N7

00-663-8255

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ront airbag (SRS) system

s an enhancement to the three-point seat belt system, your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental

estraint System (SRS). The Volvo SRS consists of an airbag (2) on both the driver's and passenger'

des and seat belt tensioners in both front door pillars. The system is designed to supplement the

otection provided by the three-point seat belt system. All three rear seat belts are also equipped wit

nsioners.

he SRS system is indicated by the "SRS" embossed on the steering wheel pad and above the glove

ompartment, and by decals on both sun visors and on the front and far right side of the dash.

he airbags are folded and located in the steering wheel hub and above the glove compartment.

eployment: The SRS airbags are designed to deploy during certain frontal or front-angular collisio

mpacts, or decelerations, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The

rbags may also deploy in certain non-frontal collisions where rapid deceleration occurs.

he airbag system includes gas generators (1) surrounded by the airbags (2) and front seat belt

nsioners for both of the front seats. To deploy the system, the sensor (3) activates the gas generator

using the airbags to be inflated with nitrogen gas.

s the movement of the seats' occupants compresses the airbags, some of the gas is expelled at a

ontrolled rate to provide better cushioning. Both seat belt tensioners also deploy, minimizing any se

elt slack. The entire process, including inflation and deflation of the airbags, takes approximately tw

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WARNING!

The SRS is 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 of airbag(s) deployme

Never try to repair any part of the SRS or SIPS bag systems yourself. Any interference in the systemcould cause malfunction and serious injury. All work on these systems should be performed by an

authorized Volvo retailer.

pg. 10 Safety

ide airbags (SIPS airbags)

SIPS airbag*

IPS airbag (front seats only)

s an enhancement to the structural Side Impact Protection System built into your car, the car is also

quipped with Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags. The SIPS airbag system consists of air

odules built into the sides of both front seat backrests, wires and gas generators/sensor units (see

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he SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase occupant protection in the event of certain side

mpact collisions. The SIPS airbags are designed to deploy only during certain side-impact collisions

epending on the crash severity, angle, speed and point of impact. The airbags are not designed to

eploy in all side impact situations.

OTE: SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the

mpact. The airbags are not designed to deploy in all side impact situations.

A SIPS airbag warning decal is also located at the end of the instrument panel on the driver's side o

r.

WARNING!

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

belt system. It is not designed to deploy during collisions from the front or rear of the car or inrollover situations.

The use of seat covers on the front seats may impede SIPS airbag deployment.

No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to or installed near, the SIP

airbag system or in the area affected by SIPS airbag deployment (see illustration above). Never try

open or repair any components of the SIPS airbag system. This should be done only by an authorize

Volvo service technician.

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

upright position with the seat belt properly fastened.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the occupants of the vehicle in the event o

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he SIPS airbag system

his system consists of a gas generator (1), the side airbags (2), and electronic sensors/cables (3).


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pg. 12 Safety

nflatable Curtain (IC)

olvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)

his system consists of inflatable curtains located along the sides of the roof liners, stretching from t

nter of both front side windows to the rear edge of the rear side door windows. It is designed to hel

otect the heads of the occupants of the front seats and the occupant of the outboard rear seatingositions in certain side impact collisions.

OTE: IC system deployment occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact.

certain side impacts, BOTH the Inflatable Curtain (IC) and the Side Impact Airbag System (SIPS

ag) will deploy, whereas, in some cases, ONLY the Inflatable Curtain (IC) will deploy. In cases wh

OTH the IC and the SIPS-bag deploy, deployment will occur simultaneously.

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

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WARNING!

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

during collisions from the front or rear of the car or in most rollover situations.

Never try to open or repair any components of the IC system. This should be done only by an

authorized Volvo service technician.

The inflatable curtains are designed to deploy only during certain side-impact collisions, depending

on the crash severity, angle, speed and impact. The inflatable curtains are not designed to deploy in

all side impact situations.

n order for the IC to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants and both outboard rear se

occupants should sit in an upright position with the seat belt properly fastened; adults using the seat

belt and children using the proper child restraint system. Only adults should sit in the front seats.

Children must never be allowed in the front passenger seat. See page 19 for guidelines. Failure to

follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants in an accident

pg. 13 Safety

nspection of airbags, inflatable curtains and seat belt

ensionershe year and month specified on the decal in the door pillar( s) is the date when you should contact y

olvo retailer to inspect and, if necessary, replace the airbags and seat belt tensioners. If you have an

uestions concerning either system, contact an authorized Volvo retailer.



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pg. 14 Safety

WHIPS

Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) -front seats only

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ead restraints designed to help absorb some of the energy generated in a collision from the rear ("re

nded").

the event of a collision of this type, the hinges and brackets of the front seat backrests are designed

hange position slightly to allow the backrest/head restraint to help support the occupant's head befor

oving slightly rearward. This movement helps absorb some of the forces that could result in the

hiplash effect.

WARNING!

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

function properly, the three-point seat belt must be worn. Please be aware that no system can preve

all possible injuries that may occur in an accident.

f your car has been involved in a collision, the front seat backrests must be inspected by an

authorized Volvo retailer even if the seats appear to be undamaged. Certain components in the

WHIPS system may need to be replaced. Do not attempt to service any component in the WHIPS

system yourself.

WARNING!

f the rear seat backrests are folded down, cargo must be secured to prevent it from sliding forward

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

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

severity, angle and speed.

Occupants in the front seats must never sit out of position. The occupant's back must be as upright a

comfort allows and be against the seat back with the seat belt properly fastened.

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WARNING!

Any contact between the front seat backrests and the folded rear seat could impede the function of t

WHIPS system. If the rear seat is folded down, the occupied front seats must be adjusted forward so

hat they do not touch the folded rear seat.

Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind the front seats (see illustration in center column) could imped

he function of the WHIPS system.

pg. 16 Safety

Child safety

olvo recommends the proper use of restraint systems for all occupants including children. Rememb

at, regardless of age and size, a child should always be properly restrained in a car.

our car is also equipped with ISOFIX attachments, which make it more convenient to install child s

ee page 17).

estraint systems for children are designed to be secured in the vehicle by lap belts or the lap portion

lap-shoulder belt. Such child restraint systems can help protect children in cars in the event of an

cident only if they are used properly. However, children could be endangered in a crash if the child

straints are not properly secured in the vehicle. Failure to follow the installation instructions for yo

hild restraint can result in your child striking the vehicle's interior in a sudden stop.

olding a child in your arms is NOT a suitable substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident,

hild held in a person's arms can be crushed between the vehicle's interior and an unrestrained person

he child could also be injured by striking the interior, or by being ejected from the vehicle during a

dden maneuver or impact. The same can also happen if the infant or child rides unrestrained on the



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at. Other occupants should also be properly restrained to help reduce the chance of injuring or

creasing the injury of a child.

ll states and provinces have legislation governing how and where children should be carried in a ca

nd out the regulations existing in your state or province. Recent accident statistics have shown that

hildren are safer in rear seating positions than front seating positions when properly restrained. A ch

straint system can help protect a child in a vehicle. Here's what to look for when selecting a child

straint system:

It should have a label certifying that it meets applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

MVSS 213) - or in Canada, CMVSS 213.

Make sure the child restraint system is approved for the child's height, weight and development - t

bel required by the standard or regulation, or instructions for infant restraints, typically provide this

formation.

In using any child restraint system, we urge you to carefully look over the instructions that are

ovided with the restraint. Be sure you understand them and can use the device properly and safely

is vehicle. A misused child restraint system can result in increased injuries for both the infant or chnd other occupants in the vehicle.

When a child has outgrown the child safety seat, you should use the rear seat with the standard seat b

stened. The best way to help protect the child here is to place the child on a cushion so that the seat

elt is properly located on the hips (see page 2). Legislation in your state or province may mandate th

e of a child seat or cushion in combination with the seat belt, depending on the child's age and/or s

ease check local regulations.

specially designed and tested booster cushion (not available in Canada) for children between the a

3 and approximately 10 years, weighing 33 - 80 lbs (15 - 36 kg) and 38 - 54" (97 - 137 cm) in heig

n be obtained from your Volvo retailer.

WARNING!


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

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

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

vehicles.

q On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly.

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death. Small children are particularly at risk.

pg. 17 Safety

OFIX fasteners and seat guide

OFIX fasteners are installed in the rear seat (second row of seats in seven-seat models) on theutboard positions. One set of ISOFIX guides is also provided. Consult your Volvo retailer for more

formation on child safety accessories.

pg. 18 Safety

Child safety (Contd)

Child restraint anchorages

hild restraint anchorages

olvo cars are equipped with child restraint top tether anchorages in the rear seat. Refer to the child

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WARNING!

Child Restraint Anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted

Child Restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. The

anchorages are not able to withstand excessive forces on them in the event of collision if full harnes

seat belts or adult seat belts are installed to them. An adult who uses a belt anchored in a Child

Restraint Anchorage runs a great risk of suffering severe injuries should a collision occur. Do notnstall rear speakers which would require the removal of the top tether anchors or interfere with the

proper use of the top tether strap.

pg. 19 Safety

eeping child seats in place (ALR/ELR*)

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

When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:

Attach the seat belt to the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions.

Pull the seat belt out as far as possible.

Insert the seat belt latch plate into the buckle (lock) in the usual way.

Release the seat belt and pull it taut around the child seat.

sound from the seat belt retractor will be audible at this time and is normal.

he belt will now be locked in place.

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

WARNING!


recommend that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt

properly fastened.

mportant!

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s quite simple really. A front airbag is a very powerful device designed, by law, to help protect an

dult. Because of the size of the airbag and its speed of inflation, a child should never be placed in th

ont seat, even if he or she is properly belted or strapped into a child safety seat. Volvo has been an

novator in safety for over fifty years, and we'll continue to do our part. But we need your help. Plea

member to put your children in the back seat, and buckle them up.

olvo has some very specific recommendations:

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

duce serious injuries during certain types of accidents. Volvo recommends that you do not disconn

e airbag system in your vehicle.

Volvo strongly recommends that ALL children sit in the rear seat of any vehicle and that they be

operly restrained.

A child should NEVER sit in the front passenger seat of any vehicle equipped with a passenger-si

ont airbag.

Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than four feet seven inches (

m) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag.

rive safely!

Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor

pg. 20 Safety

Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects

eat belt maintenance

heck periodically that the seat belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent for clean

heck seat belt mechanism function as follows: attach the seat belt and pull rapidly on the strap.

olvo Concern for Safety

afety is the Volvo cornerstone. Our concern dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the

oduction line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impaones were designed into Volvo cars long before it was fashionable or required by government

gulation. We will not compromise our commitment to safety. We continue to seek out new safety

atures and to refine those already in our cars. You can help. We would appreciate hearing your

ggestions about improving automobile safety. We also want to know if you ever have a safety conc

ith your car. Call us in the U. S. at: 800-458-1552 or in Canada at: 800-663-8255.

ccupant safety

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How well you see.

Your ability to concentrate.

How quickly you make decisions under stress to avoid an accident.

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

Never drink and drive.

If you are taking any medication, consult your physician about its potential effects on your driving

bilities.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

stance.

eporting Safety Defects in the U.S.

you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or deathou should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in

ddition to notifying Volvo Cars of North America. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may op

n investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall

medy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you,

our retailer, or Volvo Cars of North America. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Saf

otline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 202-366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA

Department of Transportation, Washington D. C. 20590. You can also obtain other information ab

otor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

olvo strongly recommends that if your vehicle is covered under a service campaign, safety or emis

call or similar action, it should be completed as soon as possible. Please check with your local reta

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC if your vehicle is covered under these conditions.

HTSA can be reached at:

ternet : http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov

elephone:

888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) (toll free)

800-424-9393 (toll free)

202-366-0123 (in Washington DC area)


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nstruments and controls

pg. 21 Instruments and controls

nstrument panel 22

ndicator and warning symbols 23

witches in the center console 27

teering wheel adjustment 29ighting panel 30

Manually unlocking the fuel filler door 31

urn signals 32

Windshield wipers/washer 33

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

eats34

rip computer (option)35

ruise control 36

arking brake, electric socket/cigarette lighter 37

lectrically operated windows 38

earview mirror/sideview mirrors 40

lectrically operated sun roof (option) 41


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Turn signal indicators - right - left

Text window

he text window displays information and warning messages.

Temperature gauge

he pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge when driving. Do not drive the car if th

arning light is on. The text window will provide you with additional information. If the enginemperature remains high, check coolant level - see page 121.

Trip odometer

he trip odometers are used for measuring shorter distances. The right-hand digit gives tenth of a mi

lometer. Press the button for more than 2 seconds to reset. Change between trip odometers 1 and 2

ing one short press on the button.

Odometer

Speedometer

Warning symbol

High beam indicator

Tachometer

dicates engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not drive for long with theeedle in the red section. The engine has an built-in function preventing excessively high engine spe

When this function operates, you may discern some pulsation, which in that case is quite normal.

0. Gear and driving mode indicator

he currently selected driving mode is displayed here. If you use the optional Geartronic function on

utomatic transmission, the currently selected gear will be displayed.

1. Ambient temperature gauge

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his display indicates the air temperature outside your car. A "snowflake" symbol in the text window

splayed when the temperature is in the range of 23 - 36 F (-5 - +2 C).

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

t low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than th

tual ambient temperature.

2. Clock/set button

urn the button to set the clock.

3. Fuel gauge

he fuel tank holds approximately 18.5 US gals (70 liters) or 19 US gals (72 liters) on models equipp

ith All Wheel Drive.

When a warning light in the gauge comes on, there are approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel

maining in the tank.

4. Indicator and warning symbols


ndicator and warning symbols

he indicator and warning symbols light up when you turn the ignition key to the driving position

osition II) before starting. This shows that the symbols are functioning. When the engine starts, all

mbols go out. If the engine is not started within 5 seconds, all symbols except CHECK ENGINEgo out. Certain symbols may not have their functions illustrated, depending on the car's equipme

he symbol for the parking brake goes out when the parking brake is released.

Warning symbol in center of dashboard

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

ed symbol - Stop the car as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in t

xt window.

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Anti-lock brake system ABS

the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system

ill still function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection. See page 92 for

dditional information.

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

his indicator light will flash when STC or DSTC is actively working to stabilize the car. See page 9

r more detailed information.

RAKE Brake failure warning light

the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake

uid level in the reservoir. See page 122 for reservoir position and page 125 for instructions.

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in t

rake system.

Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine.

Restart the engine.

If both warning lights go off, no further action is required.

If both lights are still on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check

ake fluid level (see page 122 for the location of the brake fluid reservoir).

Standard on all models except the T5 turbo.

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

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ndicator and warning symbols (Contd)

WARNING!

f the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent"

message is displayed in the text window: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to an authorized

Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected.

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

ave the brake system inspected.


Supplemental Restraint System SRS

the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the SRS diagnostic system has detecte

ult. Drive to an authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the system. See the SRS section for m

formation.

Generator warning light

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

Seat belt reminder

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

ARK BRAKE Parking brake applied

his light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situa

etween the front seats.

Canadian models are equipped with this symbol.

Rear fog light

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Turn signal indicator - trailer (certain models)

you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If th

ght does not flash when signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals nor the car's turn signals are

nctioning.

Oil pressure warning light

the light comes on while driving, stop the car and then stop the engine immediately and check

e engine oil level. See page 124. If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest

uthorized Volvo retailer. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is

ling. This is normal, provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.

HECK ENGINE Malfunction indicator light

n-Board Diagnostic II (OBDII): As you drive, a computer called "OBDII" monitors your car's engi

ansmission, electrical and emission systems. The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the compu

nses a condition that potentially may need correcting. When this happens, please have your carhecked by a Volvo retailer as soon as possible.

CHECK ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice a change in your

ehavior. Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission cleanliness, and

iveability. Extended driving without correcting the cause could even damage other components in

our car.

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light.


ndicator and warning symbols (Contd)

Messages in the text window

When a warning light in the instrument panel comes on, a message is also displayed in the text wind

fter you have read the message, you can erase it by pressing button A (see illustration).

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

a warning message is displayed when e.g. you are using the trip computer this message must be er

efore you can access the function of your choice. Press button A to erase the warning message.

ou can scroll through the stored messages by pressing button A (see illustration). The text window

e cleared (the message will be returned to memory) by pressing button A again.

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Message Meaning:

TOP SAFELY:Stop and switch off the engine - to help prevent serious risk of

damage.

TOP ENGINE:Stop and switch off the engine - to help prevent serious risk of

damage.

ERVICE URGENT: Take your car to an authorized Volvo retailer for inspection assoon as possible.

EE MANUAL:Refer to your owner's manual. For additional information, pleas

contact your Volvo retailer.

ERVICE REQUIRED:

Take your car to an authorized Volvo retailer for inspection at y

convenience (but preferably before the next scheduled

maintenance service).

IX NEXT SERVICE:Have the system affected inspected at the next scheduled

maintenance service.

IME FOR REGULAR

ERVICE:

This light will come on at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals, afte

750 hours of driving or after 12 months, whichever occurs first,

remind the driver that the service interval has been exceeded. T

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

servicing retailer.


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

Folding head restraints

his button is used to fold down the outboard rear head restraints. The ignition key must be in positio

II or the engine must be running.

OTE: If the head restraints have been folded down, they must be returned to their original position

anually. The head restraints should be in the upright position before the rear seat backrests are fold

own.

WARNING!

For safety reasons, no one should be allowed to sit in the outboard rear seat positions if the head

restraints are folded down. If these positions are occupied, the head restraints should be in the uprig

fixed) position.

Valet lock (trunk lock)

essing this switch locks the trunk, even if the doors are unlocked. The trunk will remain locked eve

e doors are locked/unlocked using the master key or the remote control.

o use this function:

Turn the master key to position II.

Press the "Valet lock" button. An LED in the button will light up and "VALET LOCK ON" will b

splayed on the text window to indicate that this function is activated.

The function can be turned off (deactivated) by turning the ignition key to position II and pressingValet lock" button again (the LED in the button will go out and "VALET LOCK OFF" will be

splayed in the text window).

Not in use

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

ess this switch for at least half a second to turn the Spin Control (SC) function of the STC/ DSTC



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stem on or off. An LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the system is on. See page 93 fo

ore information on STC/ DSTC. The SC function should be switched off if you, for any reason,

mporarily have to drive with tires of different dimensions (e.g., spare tire).

OTE:To help reduce the risk that the SC function is turned off inadvertently, the switch must be he

for at least half a second to disable this function. "STC/DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF" will be

splayed in the text window.


witches in the center console (Contd)

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

WARNING!

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

switched off.

Not in Use

Temporarily disconnecting the alarm sensors (option)ee page 76 for more details.

Not in use

12 volt socket

his 12 volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The

nition key must be in position 1 (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.

OTE: The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Voltailer.


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oth the height and the reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position for the

iver. Pull down the lever on the left of the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable

osition and press the lever back into place to lock the steering wheel in the new position. Check tha

eering wheel is locked in the new position.

WARNING!

Never adjust the steering wheel while

driving.


ighting panel

- Headlights and parking lights

All lighting off.

Models with daytime running lights:

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arking lights and license plate lights will also be on. Volvo recommends the use of daytime running

ghts. If, however, you would prefer to have these lights turned off (USA only), please consult your

olvo retailer. Please note that the use of daytime running lights is mandatory in Canada.

Parking lights on. The parking lights should be switched off when you leave the car to help

void battery drain.

Headlights, parking lights, license plate lights and instrument panel illumination are on if the

nition key is in position II.

the headlight switch is in this position, all lights will go out when the ignition is switched off.

he headlight switch must be in this position before the high beams will function.

witch from high to low beams and vice versa by pulling the turn signal switch lever on the left side eering column toward you.

- Instrument lighting

ove the thumb wheel up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness. There is also an

strument panel illumination sensor (see illustration on page 46) which automatically adjusts the lev

illumination.

he symbols have maximum illumination in daylight (only the background lighting can be adjusted)

ght, both the symbol light and background lighting can be adjusted.

- Unlocking the fuel filler door

ess this button when the car is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel

ler door will remain unlocked until the car begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard

hen the fuel filler door relocks.

ee also page 80.

OTE: If the fuel filler door does not unlock after the button has been pressed, please see page 31 fo

formation on manually unlocking this door.

- Front fog lights *

he front fog lights will function only in combination with the low beam headlights.

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- Rear fog light*

he rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only when

onditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500

50 meters).

n LED in the switch indicates when the rear fog light is on.

he rear fog light will only function in combination with the high/low beam headlights. By design, thone rear fog light only, located in the driver's side tail light cluster.

Standard on T5/accessory on the other models.

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Manually unlocking the fuel filler door

Manually unlocking the fuel filler door

OTE: Cotton gloves are available in the tool kit located in the spare wheel well.

he electric motor that controls the fuel filler door locking mechanism is located on the inside of the

nder on the passenger side of the car, just behind the fuel filler door. To unlock this door manually

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

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

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


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Lane change position

maneuvers such as lane changing, the driver can flash the turn signals by moving the turn signal le

the first stop and holding it there. The lever will return to the neutral position when released.

Signal lever engaged for normal turns

High/low beam switch (headlights on).

ove the lever towards the steering wheel and release it.

eadlight flasher (headlights off).

ove the lever towards the steering wheel. The headlight high beam will be on until the lever is rele

OTE:

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

Exterior courtesy lights

ome Safe System

When you leave your car at night, you can make use of the courtesy lighting function:

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

Pull the direction indicator lever towards the steering wheel (as when using the headlight flasher

nction).

Exit the car and lock the doors.

he headlights, parking lights, license plate lights and the lights in the sideview mirrors will now comn and remain on for 30, 60 or 90 seconds (the time interval is at your discretion and can be changed

n authorized Volvo retailer).

pproach lighting

When approaching the car at night, press the yellow button in the central locking remote control (see

ustration on page 69). This lights up the interior courtesy lights, parking lights, license plate lights

e lights in the sideview mirrors.


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Windshield wipers

Windshield wipers off

the lever is in the 0 position and you move it upwards, the wipers will sweep one stroke at a time f

long as you hold the lever up.

Intermittent wiper function With the lever in this position, you can set the wiper interval by

wisting the control ring (A) upward to increase wiper speed or downward to decrease the speed.

ain sensor (option)

he rain sensor replaces the intermittent wiper function and automatically regulates wiper speed

cording to the amount of water on the windshield. The sensitivity of the sensor can be adjusted by

wisting control A upward or downward.

ctivating the rain sensor function:

Switch on the ignition.

Move the windshield wiper lever to the intermittent position.he rain sensor is deactivated when the ignition is switched completely off.

o reactivate the rain sensor function:

Switch on the ignition.

Move the windshield wiper lever to position 0 and then back to the intermittent position.

AUTION:When washing the car in an automatic car wash, etc move the windshield wiper lever to position 0 or

witch off the ignition completely to deactivate the rain sensor. If the sensor function is left on, the

ipers will start inadvertently in the car wash and could be damaged.

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Wipers operate at "high" speed

- Windshield washer/headlight washer (certain models)

he wipers will make 2-3 sweeps across the windshield and headlights (certain models) after the leve

leased.


Hazard warning flashers, rear window/sideview mirrorefroster, heated front seats

azard warning flashers

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

OTE: Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary, depending on where

ve.

deview mirror and rear window defroster

ess the switch to start heating the rear window and sideview mirrors to remove ice or condensation

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timer automatically switches off the heating to the sideview mirrors after approximately 6 minutes

the rear window after approximately 12 minutes. The LED will go out correspondingly.

eated front seats (option)

The front seat heating can be switched on and off as required.

Press the switch once for maximum seat heating. Both LEDs in the switch will be lit.

Press the switch a second time for comfort heating. One LED in the switch will be lit.

Press the switch a third time to turn the heating off completely. The seat heating for the passenger

ould be switched off when the seat is not occupied.


rip computer (option)

he trip computer stores information gathered from several systems in your car and has four menus t

n be displayed in the text window.

Driving distance on current fuel reserveAverage fuel consumption

Current fuel consumption

Average speed

Current speed in mph (Canadian models only)

OTE: Warning messages from the car's monitoring systems will override the trip computer functio

a warning message is displayed in the text window while you are using the trip computer, you mus

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nction.

rip computer controls

he four* trip computer functions can be accessed by twisting control B one step at a time in either

rection. Twisting a fifth** time returns you to the original function.

he trip computer can be reset (current data will be erased from system memory) by pressing RESET

utton C).

Driving distance on current fuel reserve

his function shows the approximate distance that can be driven on the fuel remaining in the tank. Th

lculation is based on average fuel consumption during the last 12 miles (20 km) of driving and the

mount of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading was taken.

When the driving distance on current fuel reserve is less than 12 miles (20 km), "----" will be display

the text window.

Average fuel consumption

his value indicates fuel consumption since the last time the trip computer was reset (by pressing

ESET, button C). When the engine is switched off, information on fuel consumption is stored and

mains in system memory until the RESET (button C) is pressed again.

Current fuel consumption

his value indicates the current fuel consumption, based on readings taken once per second. When th

r is not moving, "----" will be displayed.

Average speed

his value indicates average speed since the last time the trip computer was reset (by pressing RESE

utton C). When the engine is switched off, information on average speed is stored and remains in

stem memory until the RESET (button C) is pressed again.

Current speed in miles per hour (Canadian models only)

his function provides the driver with an instantaneous conversion of the car's current speed from km

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Cruise control

ruise control

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

ngaging cruise control/setting speed

Press the CRUISE button

Press + or - to set the current speed

Increase or decrease speed as desired

OTE: Cruise control will not function at speeds below 22 mph (35 km/h).

raking

ruise control is automatically disengaged when the brake pedal is depressed. The currently set speeored in memory. Quickly pressing resume will return the car to the previously set speed.

cceleration

Momentary acceleration, such as when passing another car, does not affect cruise control operatio

he car will automatically return to the previously set speed when you release the accelerator pedal.

When the cruise control is already engaged, the car's speed can be increased or decreased by holdi

own + or - until the car reaches the desired speed. One short press on either symbol corresponds to

eed change of approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

isengaging cruise control

ruise control can also be disengaged by:

Pressing the CRUISE button.

Putting the gear selector in (N)eutral.

OTE: Cruise control is automatically disengaged if the engine is switched off, if the gear selector i

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spin.

emporarily disengaging cruise control

Press 0 to temporarily disengage cruise control. Press "resume" to return to the previously set

eed.

Press the brake pedal. Press "resume" to return to the previously set speed.

WARNING!

Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Cruise

control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades.


arking brake, electric socket/cigarette lighter

arking brake (hand brake)

he lever is situated between the front seats. The brake is applied to the rear wheels. The indicator li

the instrument panel will light up to indicate when the parking brake is applied. Apply the parking

ake by pulling up firmly on the lever. Release the parking brake by depressing the button at the ende lever and lowering the lever completely.



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Auxiliary 12 volt socket

WARNING!

Always use the parking brake (hand brake) when parking. On hills, also turn the front wheels towar

he curb. The indicator light in the instrument panel will light up even if the parking brake is applieonly slightly. Be sure to pull the lever up sufficiently

uxiliary sockets

hese 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The

ust be in position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.

he auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Volvo retaile

OTE: The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in use.

shtrays

olvo cars in North America do not have an ashtray in the front seat as standard equipment. If you w

have an ashtray in the front seat, please contact your Volvo retailer.


lectrically operated windows

lectrically operated windows

he electrically operated windows are controlled by buttons in the arm rests. The ignition switch mu

e ON * (ignition key in position I, II or the engine running) for the electrically operated windows to

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

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

The electrically operated windows will also function after the ignition has been switched off as lon

either of the front doors has been opened.

uto up/down function (front doors only):

ther front door window can be opened or closed automatically.

uto down: Press the front part of the button as far down as possible and release it immediately. To

op the window at any time, pull the button up.

uto up: Pull the front part of the button up as far as possible and release it immediately. To stop the

indow at any time, press the button down.

A - front windows,, B - rear windows

OTE: The electrically operated windows in the front seat have an overload protecting circuit break

hich reverses movement of the electrically operated windows to their starting points if they are

bstructed in any way. Thereafter the windows will operate normally again.

WARNING!

Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is unattended.Make sure that childrens' hands are clear before raising the windows.

Never leave children unattended in the car.



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Cutout switch for rear windows

utout switch for rear windows

he electrically operated rear door windows can be disabled by a switch located on the driver's door

ustration).

the LED in the switch is OFF: The rear door windows can be raised or lowered with the buttons

e rear door armrests or with the buttons on the driver's door armrest.

the LED in the switch is ON: The rear door windows can only be raised or lowered with the butt

n the driver's door armrest.


lectrically operated window in the front passenger's seat

he control for the electrically operated window in the front passenger's seat operates that window o



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lectrically operated windows in the rear doors.

he rear door windows can be operated with the control on each door and the switch on the driver's

oor. If the LED in the switch for blocking electrically operated windows in the rear doors (located i

e driver's door control panel) is on, the rear door windows can only be operated from the driver's d


Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors

earview mirror

Normal position

Night position, reduces glare from following headlights

utodim function (option)

he autodim function reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare.

OTE: This function is automatically switched off when the gear selector is placed in the Reverse

osition.



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lectrically operated sideview mirrors

he mirror control switches are located on the driver's door armrest.

river's side: Press the L switch (an LED in the switch will light up) to activate the adjustment cont

nd then use this control to adjust the driver's door mirror.

assenger's door: Press the R switch (an LED in the switch will light up) and then use the adjustme

ontrol to adjust the passenger's door mirror.

fter you have adjusted the mirror(s), press the L or R switch again (the LED will go out) to deactiv

e adjustment control.

WARNING!

The mirrors should always be adjusted prior to driving. Objects seen in the passenger's side wide-

angle sideview mirror are closer than they appear to be.

emote central locking and sideview mirror memory-option

you lock the car and later unlock it with the same remote control and open the driver's door, the

deview mirrors (and the driver's seat) will automatically move to the position they were in when yo

ft the car. This feature will work in the same way with all of the remote control transmitters (up to

at you use with your car. This feature will not function if you lock your car with the key.


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lectrically operated sun roof

o operate the sun roof, the ignition key must first be turned to the intermediate or drive position

osition I, II or the engine running).

To slide open the sun roof: Pull the switch back to the first detent ("stop") and hold it until the sun

of has opened to the position you prefer. The sun roof will initially open to the "comfort" 1 position

ull and hold the switch again to open the sun roof completely.

A position where the sun roof is not quite fully open which helps alleviate "rumbling" wind noise.

AUTO open: Pull the switch as far back as possible and release it to automatically slide open the s

of to the "comfort" position. Pull the switch again to open the sun roof completely.

To close the sun roof: Push the switch forward to the first detent ("stop") and hold it until the sun r

as closed completely.

AUTO close: Push the switch forward as far as possible and release it to automatically close the su

of.

OTE: If the sun roof is impeded during AUTO close, it will reverse direction, reopen and stop.

Ventilation position (opening the rear edge of the sun roof): With the sun roof closed, push up the

ction of the switch.

o close, pull the front section of the switch straight down until the sun roof has closed completely.



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WARNING!

q Never open/close the sun roof if it is obstructed in any way when in operation.

q Never allow a child to operate the sun roof.

q Never extend any object or body part though the open sun roof, even if the vehicle's ignition is

completely switched off.

q Never leave a child alone in a vehicle.

AUTION:

Remove ice and snow before opening the sun roof.

Do not operate the sun roof if it is frozen closed.

Never place heavy objects on the sun roof.


lectrically operated sun roof (option) (contd)

un visor:

he optional sun roof also features a sliding sun visor. The visor slides open automatically when the

of is opened. The visor must be closed manually.

WARNING!

The sun roof must never be obstructed in any way when in

operation.




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Climate control

g. 43 Climate control

limate control systems - general information 44

ir distribution 45

lectronic climate control, ECC (2.4T and T5) 46

Manual climate control with air conditioning, (A/

)50

g. 44 Climate control

limate control systems - general information

ondensation on the inside of the windows

eeping the insides of the windows clean will help reduce the amount of condensation that forms on the windo

se a commercial window cleaning agent to clean the windows.

e and snowways keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of snow.

abin air filter

eplace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. The filter should be replaced more of

hen driving under dirty and dusty conditions. The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should always be

placed with a new one.

nsors

he sunlight sensor on the dashboard and passenger compartment temperature sensor in the ECC control panel

ould not be covered in any way as this could cause incorrect information to be sent to the ECC system.

arking the car in warm weather

your car has been parked in the sun in warm weather, opening the windows and sun roof (option) for several

nutes before driving will help release the warm air from the passenger compartment. When the engine is run

ose the windows and sun roof and use the recirculation function for several minutes to enable the air conditio

cool the compartment as quickly as possible.

indows and optional sun roof

he ECC system (2.4T and T5 models only) will function best if the windows and optional sun roof are closed



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u drive with the sun roof open, we recommend that you manually adjust the temperature and blower control

ED in the AUTO switch should be off).

cceleration

he air conditioning is momentarily disengaged during full-throttle acceleration.

imate control maintenance

l maintenance on the climate contro

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