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Turn the button to adjust the clock.
13 Fuel gauge
The fuel tank holds approximately 21.1 US gal. (80 liters).
When the warning light comes on there is approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining.
14 Indicator and warning lights
pg. 24 Indicator and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights described on pages 24 and 25 should never stay on when driving
When the ignition key is turned, all of the warning lights in the lower right-hand side of the instrument panel should
go on to test the function of the bulbs. If a light does not go off after the engine has started, the
system indicated should be inspected.
NOTE: The parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake has been fully released.
Warning lamp in the center of the instrument panel This lamp lights up red or orange depending on the
severity of the fault that has been detected.
Orange light: Follow the instructions shown in the text window.
Red light: Stop the car as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in the text window.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the SRS diagnostic system has detected a fault. Drive to
an authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the system. See the SRS section for more information.
BRAKE
Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level
in the reservoir. See page 109
for reservoir position.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Park
Brake
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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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VOLVO S80
Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg.87 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses88
Replacing bulbs92
Paint touch up99
Washing the car100
Cleaning the upholstery101
Maintenance service, Warranty102
Maintenance schedule103
Fuel/emissions systems105
Drive belt, Air pump system, Coolant106
Servicing107
Opening the hood, Engine compartment109
Engine oil110
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs112
Automatic transmission fluid113
Battery maintenance114
Replacing wiper blades116
pg.88 Fuses
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· Switch off the ignition.
· Open the hood.
· Remove the plastic cover over the bulb (1) by turning it counterclockwise.
· Remove the connector (2).
· Loosen the retaining spring (3) by first moving it to the right and then moving it down, out of the way.
· Pull out the defective bulb. Note the position of the guide lug on the base of the bulb (4).
Installing a new bulb
To install a new bulb:
· Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass, with the guide lug upward (1). The bulb will only seat properly in
this position.
· Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until it seats properly (2).
· Press the connector into place on the bulb (3).
· Reinstall the plastic cover and turn it clockwise until it is correctly in place (4). "TOP" must be upward.
NOTE: If the vertical aim of your headlights needs to be adjusted for any reason (e.g., towing a trailer for extended
periods), this should be done by an authorized Volvo retailer.
pg.93 Replacing bulbs
Side direction indicator
· Open the front door halfway.
· From the inside of the fender, push the lamp housing out.
· Turn the bulb holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull it out from the lens.
· Remove the defective bulb by pulling it straight out.
· Insert a new bulb.
· Reinsert the bulb holder in the lens and press the entire unit back into place on the fender.
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Front parking light/direction indicator
Front parking lights/direction indicators
· Switch off the ignition.
· Open the hood.
· Press down the retaining catch with a screwdriver and pull out the lamp housing.
· Press the retaining spring downward and pull the connector out of the lamp housing.
· Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
· Remove the defective bulb from the holder by first pressing it in slightly and then turning it counterclockwise.
· Install a new bulb in the holder and reinsert
the bulb and holder in the lamp housing.
· Press the connector onto the bulb holder.
· Switch on the ignition to test the bulb.
· Press the lamp housing back into place on the fender. Be sure it seats properly.
pg.94 Replacing bulbs
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Fuel filler cap63
Fuel gauge23
Fuel requirements62
Fuel system105, 122
Fuel tank cover4, 63
Fuel/emissions systems105
Fuses88-91
G
Gas cap63
Gasoline62
Gear indicator23
Gear ratios120
Geartronic (automatic transmission)67-68
Generator123
Generator warning light24
Glove compartment54
H
Hand brake34
Handling70
Hazard warning flashers33
Head restraint - center rear3
Head restraints, rear - folding27
Headlight bulbs - replacing92
Headlight wiper blades - replacing116
Headlights30
Heated front seats33
Heated rear window33
Heated sideview mirrors33
Heating41-43
Hoisting the car108
Hood - opening109
I
Ignition switch32
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)54, 64
Indicator lights24-25
Inflatable curtain (IC)9
Instrument illumination30
Instrument panel23
Instruments22
Integrated booster cushion13
Interior features - overview20
Interior lighting48
J
Jack51
, 84-85
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Jump starting75
K
Key - removing from ignition switch64
Keyless entry system56-57
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries57
Keylock64
Keys54
Kickdown66-67
L
Label information118
License plate lights - replacing96
Lifting the car108
Lights - accessory27
Locking and unlocking the car54
Locking steering wheel32
Long distance trip77
Long loads47, 52
M
Maintenance schedule103-104
Maintenance service102
Malfunction indicator lamp25
Memory function - front seats46
Mirrors36
Mirrors, sideview - folding27
O
Occupant safety11
Octane rating62
Odometer23
Oil - engine62, 76, 110-111, 121
Oil pressure warning light24
On-call124
Opening the hood109
P
Paint touch-up99
Panic function (alarm)58
Parking brake34
Parking brake reminder light24
Parking lights30
Passenger's seat backrest - folding47
Polishing101
Power seats46
Power steering - speed-sensitive70
Power steering fluid112, 121
Power windows35
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