1999 VOLVO S80 ignition

Adjusting the front seats:
Passengers's seat: The passenger's seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II (see page 46).
Driver's seat: The driver's seat can be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II (see page 46). However, it can
also be adjusted:
· Within 40 seconds after the ignition has been switched off (even if the key has been removed from the ignition
switch).
· Within 40 seconds after the driver's door has been unlocked with the key or remote control and opened. The key
does not have to be in the ignition switch during this period.
Remote control (central locking system)
If you lock the car and later unlock it with the same remote control and open the driver's door, the driver's seat will
automatically move to the position it was in when you left the car. See page 56 for more information on this function.
Folding passenger's seat backrest
The passenger seat backrest can be folded down to the horizontal position for carrying long loads. To fold down the
backrest:
· Move the seat as far rearward as possible
· Adjust the backrest tilt to the most upright position
· Lift the catches on the lower rear side of the backrest
· Without releasing the catches, push the backrest forward
· Move the seat as far forward as possible
WARNING!
Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during
sudden stops.
pg. 48 Interior lighting
Courtesy lights
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Front reading lights
Courtesy light
The courtesy light can be turned on or off by pressing the button. The light also has a timer function which turns the
light on for 30 seconds if:
· You unlock the car from the outside with the key or remote control.
· You switch off the ignition (turn the key to position 0).
The courtesy light stays on for 10 minutes if one of the doors is left open after the car is unlocked.
The courtesy light switches off if:
· The engine is started.
· The car is locked from the outside with the key or remote control.
The courtesy light can be switched on or off at any time by pressing the center button in the panel above the rearview
mirror. The light will stay on for 10 minutes. You can temporarily override this timer function by pressing the button
for more than 3 seconds when you turn on the courtesy light.
The timer will function again he next time the light is switched on by quickly pressing the button.
The factory-set timer periods (30 seconds/10 minutes) can be changed. Consult your Volvo retailer.
Rear reading lights
Reading lights - front/rear
The reading lights can be switched on or off by pressing the respective buttons. These lights are designed to switch off
automatically after 10 minutes or can be switched off at any time by pressing the button.
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VOLVO S80
Chapter 5 - Keys, Locks, Alarm
pg. 52 Keys, Locks, Alarm
Keys, Exterior courtesy lights, Locking and unlocking the car54
Unlocking the trunk with the master key, Central locking buttons, "Trunk lock" function55
Remote keyless entry system56
Alarm58
Child safety locks - rear doors60
pg. 54 Keys, Locking and unlocking the car
Master key
This key operates all locks.
Service key
Driver's door and ignition switch/steering wheel lock.
Keys
Your car is equipped with a central locking system. The key, used on the driver's door, the remote control, or central
locking button, will lock/unlock all doors and the trunk. The glove compartment can also be locked with the master
key.
Turn the key once to unlock the driver's door only.
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Turn the key again (within 10 seconds) to unlock all doors and the trunk.
One turn with the key towards lock in the drivers door locks all doors, trunk.
Use the switch on the front door armrests to lock/unlock the car from the inside.
WARNING!
If the doors are locked while driving, this may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the car in the event of an
accident. (Also see information on "Child safety locks").
Note: To help prevent accidentally locking the keys in the car, the central locking system is designed to unlock the
doors immediately if the key is left in the ignition switch, the car is locked using the lock button on the door and the
door is then closed. A sound from the lock will be audible at this time.
Please note that this function will not unlock the doors if the engine is running.
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)
Each of the keys supplied with your car contains a coded transmitter and receiver (transponder). The code in the key is
transmitted to an antenna in the ignition switch where it is compared to the code stored in the start inhibitor module.
The car can only be started if a properly coded key is used.
If you misplace a key, take the other keys to an authorized Volvo retailer for reprogramming as an antitheft measure.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Courtesy lights
Home 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 function).
· Exit the car and lock the doors.
The headlights, parking lights, license plate lights and the lights in the sideview mirrors will now come on and remain
on for 30, 60 or 90 seconds (the time interval is at your discretion and can be changed by an authorized Volvo retailer).
Approach lighting
When approaching the car at night, press the yellow button in the central locking remote control (see illustration on
page 56
). This lights up the interior courtesy light, parking lights, license plate lights and the lights in the sideview
mirrors.
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"Trunk lock" function
Pressing this switch locks the trunk, even if the
doors are unlocked. The trunk will remain locked even if the doors are locked/unlocked using the master key or the
remote control.
To use this function:
· Turn the master key to position II.
· Press the "trunk lock" button. An LED in the button will light up and a message will be displayed in 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 pressing the "trunk lock"
button again (the LED in the button will go out).
* The position of this button may vary, depending on the specifications of your car.
pg. 56 Remote keyless entry system
Remote keyless entry system
Your car is equipped with a remote control transmitter. This transmitter uses a radio frequency which will allow
"keyless" entry into the passenger compartment or the trunk. You will be supplied with two coded key ring
transmitters, which will enable you to lock/unlock all doors and the trunk from a distance of 10-15 feet (3-5 meters).
On vehicles equipped with an alarm, the alarm will also be activated/deactivated by this system.
The car can also be locked/unlocked with the key.
As an extra security precaution in certain situations (valet parking, etc.), Volvo recommends that the transmitter not be
included when the keys are given to anyone. The service key can be used instead. If one of the transmitters is
misplaced, contact the nearest authorized Volvo retailer for assistance.
Buttons in remote control
1 - Lock, 2 - Unlock, 3 - Open trunk
4 - "Panic" function *, 5 - Exterior courtesy lights
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Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries
Each remote transmitter is powered by a three-volt, CR 2032 battery.
If the range of the transmitter is noticeably reduced, this indicates that the battery is weak and should be replaced.
Replacement: Remove the screw on the back of the transmitter cover. Replace the battery. Reinstall the cover and
tighten the screw to help protect the transmitter.
NOTE: The old battery should be disposed of properly at a recycling center or at your Volvo retailer.
pg. 58 Alarm
Alarm
The alarm is automatically set (armed) whenever you lock your car.
When armed (set), the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will set off
the alarm:
· The hood is opened.
· The trunk is opened.
· A door is opened.
· The ignition switch is tampered with.
· If there is movement in the passenger compartment (if the car is equipped with the optional movement sensor).
· The car is lifted or towed (if the car is equipped with the optional inclination sensor).
· The battery is disconnected (while the alarm is set).
Arming (setting) the alarm
Press the LOCK button on the remote control, lock the car using the key in the driver's door or press the central lock
button on one of the front doors with the door open. One long flash of the turn signals will confirm that the alarm is
set.
Disarming the alarm
Press the UNLOCK button on the remote control or unlock the doors with the key.
Turning off (stopping) the alarm
If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote control or by unlocking the
driver's door with the key.
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Visual alarm signal
The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for approximately 5
minutes.
Audible alarm signal
An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren. One alarm cycle lasts for 25 seconds.
"Panic" function
In an emergency situation, this feature can be used to attract attention.
Activate the "panic" function by pressing the red button on the remote control (see illustration on page 56
) for at least
3 seconds or by pressing this button twice within 3 seconds. The turn signals will flash, the interior lights will go on
and the car's horn will sound.
The function can be turned off by pressing any of the buttons on the remote control or will stop automatically
after 25 seconds.
NOTE: This button will NOT unlock the car.
pg. 59 Alarm
Temporarily disconnecting the alarm sensor(s) - option
This button will only be found in cars equipped with the optional inclination and/or movement sensors.
In certain situations it may be desirable to disconnect the alarm sensors if, for example, you drive your car onto a ferry
where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or if a person or pet remains in the car with the doors locked.
To temporarily disconnect the sensor(s) from the alarm system:
From the time the ignition key is turned from the Drive position (position I) until you lock the car, you can press the
button in the center console *. The LED in the switch will light up and a message will be displayed in the text window
to indicate that the sensors are disconnected.
The car can then be locked in the usual way to set the alarm.
NOTE: The optional sensors are automatically reconnected to the alarm system the next time the car is unlocked and
then locked again.
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LED alarm status signals
The status of the alarm system is indicated by the red LED at the top of the dash:
· LED off - the alarm is not armed (set)
· LED flashes once per second - the alarm is armed (set)
· LED flashes rapidly before the ignition is switched on - the alarm has been triggered
· Fault in the alarm system: If a fault has been detected in the alarm system, a message will be displayed in the text
window. Contact a Volvo retailer.
Automatic reset function
If the car has been unlocked with the remote control, the locks will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will
reset after 2 minutes unless a door or the trunk has been opened.
* The position of this button may vary, depending on the specifications of your car.
pg. 60 Child safety locks - rear doors
Child safety lock control in left rear doorChild safety lock control in right rear door
Child safety locks - rear doors
The controls are located on the rear door jambs. Use a screwdriver to adjust these controls.
A The door cannot be opened from the inside. Normal operation from the outside.
B The door lock functions normally.
WARNING!
Remember, in the event of an accident, the rear seat passengers cannot open the doors from the inside with the
buttons in position A.

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