1996 VOLVO 850 light

1996 Volvo 850

A-Left front, B-right front, C-left rear, D-right rear

Electrically-operated windows

The electrically operated windows are controlled by switches in the cent\
er console as shown in the
illustration above. The starting (ignition) switches must be ON (posi\
tion II) for the electrically-operated
windows to function. The window is lowered if the rear part of the switc\
h is pressed and raised if the
front part of the switch is pressed.

NOTE: Driver's window only (AUTO): The window can be opened completely\
by pressing the rear part
of the switch lightly and releasing it immediately. The window can be st\
opped by pressing the button
again. If the button is held down, the window will be lowered until the \
button is released.
The power window motors have an overload protecting circuit breaker whic\
h is activated when an object
blocks a window. Should this occur, remove the object and wait 20 second\
s for the circuit breaker to
reset. The power windows should then function.

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Anti-theft code

The radio features anti-theft circuitry. If the set is removed from the \
vehicle or if the battery power is
disconnected, a special code must be entered to enable operation of the \
set. Refer to the radio code card
supplied with your vehicle or ask your retailer for the correct code . \
When the car is parked with the ignition key removed, the anti-theft LED\
will flash

To enter the code

After installation or when the set has been disconnected from power, the\
set displays "CODE" when it is
switched on. Enter the 4-digit code using the preset buttons. If the cor\
rect code is entered the set is ready
to use. If you enter an incorrect code you must enter the correct code a\
gain from the beginning.

Incorrect code

If an incorrect code has been entered "EEEE" is displayed. Enter the cor\
rect code.
After three unsuccessful coding attempts the set will lock and remain lo\
cked for two hours.
"OFF" is displayed. During this waiting period:
l The battery must be connected
l The ignition key must be turned to position I
l The unit must be turned on
Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain. \
Enter the code again once this time has elapsed.
pg. 1:27 Radio - SC-710
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l the unit must be turned on
Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain. \
Enter the code again once this time has elapsed.
pg. 1:39 Radio - SC-811

A - On/off switch and volume control

Turn the button clockwise to switch on and to increase the volume.

B - Waveband selector

The desired waveband is set by pressing one of the waveband selector but\
tons. The frequency and
waveband is shown on the display.

NOTE: There are two FM wavebands and two AM wavebands. This makes it pos\
sible to store 2 x 6 FM
stations and 2 x 6 AM stations in memory.

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Incorrect code

If an incorrect code has been entered "EEEE" is displayed. Enter the cor\
rect code. After three
unsuccessful coding attempts the set will lock and remain locked for two\
hours.
"OFF" is displayed.
During this waiting period:
l the battery must be connected
l the ignition key must be turned to position I
l the unit must be turned on
Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain. \
Enter the code again once this time has elapsed.
pg. 1:52 Radio - SC-815

A - On/off switch

Push the button to switch on the radio. Press the button slightly longer\
to turn the radio off.

B - Volume control

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pg. 1:59 CD - Single

A - CD slot

With the audio system on, insert a disc into the slot with the label sid\
e up. When the CD is inserted, the
radio is disengaged and the CD will start to play automatically.
The CD can be inserted or ejected even when the unit is switched off.

When the CD has been inserted into the player, the "DISC IN" light will \
always be ON even if the radio,
tape deck or CD changer are in use.

B - CD mode selector

Press "CD" to actuate the CD mode. The track last listened to will conti\
nue to play. If the CD-player is
empty, "No CD" will be displayed.

C - CD eject

If the button is pressed the CD will stop and the disc will be ejected. \
The radio will be automatically
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can be dried with a clean, lint-free cloth. Optical components in the CD\
changer may, however, take up
to one hour to dry off.
l Never attempt to play a disc which is damaged in any way.
l When not in use, the discs should be stored in their covers. Avoid stori\
ng discs in excessive heat,
direct sunlight or dusty locations.
pg. 1:67 Audio systems, general information

Sending signals

The FM waves do not follow the earth's surface nor do they bounce off th\
e atmosphere. For this reason
their range is limited. The AM waves follow the earth's surface and refl\
ect against the atmosphere,
giving them a wide range.
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signals reflect against solid objects such as buildings. Because these w\
aves are very reflective, static can
result. This static is the result of the reflected signal and the direct\
signal reaching your antenna at
slightly different times causing a cancellation of all signals. This pro\
blem occurs largely in built-up
areas. To help minimize this situation, turn down the treble. pg. 1:68 Audio systems, general information

Cross modulation

If you listen to a weak station in the vicinity of a stronger one, both \
stations may be received
simultaneously.

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FM - reasons for distortion

FM is affected by the electrical systems of nearby vehicles, especially \
those without suppression. The
distortion increases if the station is weak or poorly set.
The FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical disturbances as AM.


AM - reasons for distortion

AM reception is sensitive to electrical disturbances such as power lines\
, lighting, etc.
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