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supplement to the seat belts.
WARNING!
If 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 flooddamaged 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 only:
Before attempting to tow the car, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to move the gear
selector to the neutral position.
· Disconnect the battery
· Wait at least one minute
· Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position 1
· Press firmly on the shiftlock override button (located near the base of the gear selector).
· While holding the override button down, move the gear selector from the park position.
WARNING!
Never drive with the airbags deployed. The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your car. 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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Chapter 3 - Body and interior
pg. 39 Body and interior
The seats, sun roof, mirrors, etc. are described on the following pages.
Storage compartments
40
Sun roof41
Keys, doors and locks42
Remote keyless entry system43
Alarm44
Front seats46
Rear/side view mirrors48
Interior lights, Vanity mirrors49
Long load storage50
Hood51
Opening the trunk52
Trunk light, Spare tire, Jack53
Securing cargo, Avoiding battery drain54
pg. 40 Storage compartments
WARNING!
Packages on the rear window shelf can obscure vision and may become dangerous projectiles in the event of a
sudden stop or an accident.
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Chapter 8 - Volvo Service
pg. 105 Volvo Service
Service an investment
An investment which will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability and resale value. Label information
106
Maintenance service, Warranty107
Maintenance schedule108-109
Servicing110-111
Fuel/emissions systems112
Lubrication113
Engine oil114-115
Power steering fluid, Brake/clutch system fluid reservoir116
Windshield washer nozzle, Washer fluid reservoir117
Coolant118
Engine compartment119
Battery maintenance120
pg. 106 Label information
1 Vehicle Emission Control Information
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the
underside of the hood. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
2 Vacuum hose routing
(underside of hood)
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A = Adjust (Correct if necessary)
R = Replace
I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if necessary)
L = Lubricate
Maintenance Operationthousand miles 7.51522.5 3037.5 4552.5 6067.5 7582.5
90 2
(thousand km)(12)(24) (36)(48) (60)(72) (84)(96) (108) (120)(132)(144)
EMISSION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Engine oil and filter
1R R RR RR RR R RRR
Engine drive belt (accessory belt) R
Air cleaner filter R R R
Spark plugs R R R
Automatic transmission fluid I I I I I I
Timing belt - all engines
3
1) See section "Engine oil" for detailed information.
NOTE: The oil should be changed at these intervals, after 750 hours of driving or after 12 months,
whichever occurs first.
2) For services beyond 90,000 miles (144,000 km), please refer to the Warranty and Service Records
Information Booklet".
3) For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control systems, the timing belt and tensioner must be
replaced every 105,000 miles (168,000 km).
pg. 109 Maintenance schedule
2000
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE C70
A = Adjust (Correct if necessary)
R = Replace
I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if necessary)
L = Lubricate
Maintenance Operationthousand miles 7.51522.5 3037.5 4552.5 6067.5 7582.5 90
(thousand km)(12)(24)(36) (48)(60) (72)(84)(96)(108) (120) (132)(144)
EMISSION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Engine
Fuel line filter
1
PCV nipple (orifice)/hoses, clean I I
Battery (check charge and electrolyte level) II II II I I I II I
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5th gear1.02:1
Reverse3.23:1 3.95:1
Capacities
Fuel tank17.9 US gal. (68 liters)
Cooling system 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)
Engine oil (incl. filter) 6.1 US qts. ( 5.8 liters) *
Automatic transmission 2 US gals (7.6 liters)
Manual transmission 2.2 US qts. (2.1 liters)
Power steering fluid 0.8 US qts (0.8 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir 4.7 US qts. (4.5 liters)
Brake/clutch system 0.6 US qts (0.6 liters)
* Add 0.95 US qt. (0.9 liters) if the oil cooler has been drained.
Vehicle loading
The tires on your Volvo should perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire
information label. The label is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The label lists both tire and vehicle design
limits. Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated.
WARNING!
Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly lead to failure
resulting in loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 126 Specifications
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltagecontrolled generator. Singlewire system with chassis and engine used as conductors.
Battery
Voltage 12 Volt
Capacity 520 A/100 min
(certain markets) 420 A/75 min
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are disposed of
correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter.
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CD = Applicable only when in CD mode and connected to a CD changer.
pg. 131 Anti -theft code
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 correct code is entered, "on" is displayed and the set is ready to use.
If you enter an incorrect code you must enter the correct code again from the beginning.
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Incorrect code
If an incorrect code has been entered "rPt" is displayed. Enter the correct code.
After three unsuccessful coding attempts the set will lock and remain locked for two hours. "OFF" is displayed.
During this waiting period:
· the battery must be connected
· the ignition key must be turned to position I
· the unit must be turned on
Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain (please refer to page 24 for information on turning
the headlights off).
Enter the code again once this time has elapsed.
pg. 132 Radio SC -813
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
Turn the button clockwise to increase the volume. The volume control is electronic and has no end stop.
C - Waveband selector
The desired waveband is set by pressing one of the waveband selector buttons. The frequency and waveband is shown
on the display.
NOTE: There are two FM wavebands and one AM waveband. This makes it possible to store 2 x 6 FM stations and 6
AM stations in memory.
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INDEX
pg. 189 - 191 Index
A
ABS 17
Adjusting headlights86
Air conditioning35
Air mix33
Air vents33
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm44
Ambient temperature sensor25
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)17,19,71
Ashtrays31
Audio systems
- General information182
- SC813130
- SC816143
- SC-900/901159
Auto-dim (rear -view mirror)48
Automatic car washing103
Automatic daytime running24
Automatic transmission61,62,63,64, 125
Kickdown62,64
Automatic transmission fluid122
B
Battery74
,126
Battery drain - avoiding54
Battery maintenance120
Booster cushion12
Brake failure warning light17,18
Brake fluid116,122
Brake fluid warning light18
Brake system71,72
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