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6 Space for additional equipment
7 Space for additional equipment
8 Instruments
14-15
9 Stability Control System - STC (optional)23
10 Trip computer (optional)26-28
11 Electrically operated sun roof (optional)41
12 Rear window demister/heated door mirrors23
14 Air vents33
15 Passenger side air bag (SRS) hatch4-6
16 Air vents33
17 Hood release51
18 Turn signals, high/low beams, exterior courtesy lights20
Cruise control29
19 Adjustable steering wheel32
20 Windshield wiper/washer21
21 Heated front seats (optional)30
22 Auxiliary socket31
23 Audio systems131
24 Heating and ventilation controls33-35
25 Hazard warning flashers23
26 Ashtray31
27 Coin holder
28 Shiftlock release button (automatic transmission only)
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29 Gear selector shift positions60-64
30 Winter mode selector62, 64
31 Parking brake30
32 Horn/SRS4-6
33 Trunk open control52
34 Power window controls36
35 Power mirror controls48
36 Fuel tank open control37
37 Central locking button36
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VOLVO C70
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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1 Glove compartment
2 Shelf under glove compartment
3 Coin holder
4 Compartment in door
5 Pocket on rear of front seat
6 Compartment between front seats
7 Cup holder
pg. 41 Sun roof (option)
Electrically operated sun roof
The switch for operating the sun roof is located on the instrument panel. The starting
(ignition) key must first be turned to the drive position (position II). The sun roof is also equipped with a one -touch,
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AUTO-open function.
· AUTO-open: Press the lower section of the switch once to automatically open the sun roof.
The AUTO-open function can be stopped at any time by pressing the switch.
· To close the sun roof : Depress the upper section of the switch until the sun roof has closed completely.
· To open the rear edge of the sun roof (ventilation position): With the sun roof closed, depress the upper section of
the switch. To close, depress the lower section of the switch until the sun roof has closed completely.
· To slide open the sun roof : Depress the lower section of the switch until the sun roof has opened to the position
you prefer or until it reaches its final position and stops automatically.
Sun visor : The sun roof also features a sliding sun visor. The visor slides back automatically when the sun roof is
opened and also slides back slightly when the sun roof is opened to the ventilation position. The visor must be closed
manually.
CAUTION : Do not close the sun visor when the sun roof is in the ventilation position as this could damage the
mechanism.
NOTE :
The electrically operated sun roof has an overload protecting circuit breaker (fuse no. 37) which is activated when an
object blocks the sun roof. Should this occur, remove the object and wait 20 seconds for the circuit breaker to reset.
The sun roof should then function normally. Also check fuse no. 35. WARNING!
The sun roof must never be obstructed in any way when in operation.
pg. 42 Keys, doors and locks
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Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of
your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules:
· Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator
pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
· Whenever possible, avoid using the car for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach normal
operating temperature.
· Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
· Do not exceed speed limit.
· Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the car.
· Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (check when tires are cold).
· Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
· Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and thereby fuel consumption.
· Avoid using automatic transmission kickdown feature unless necessary.
· Avoid using the air conditioning when it is not required. When engaged, the air conditioner's compressor places an
additional load on the engine. However, please note that fuel consumption is lower with the air conditioning on than it
is when driving with the air conditioning switched off and the windows down.
· If your car is equipped with the optional Trip Computer, utilizing the fuel consumption modes can help you "learn"
how to drive more economically.
Other factors which decrease gas mileage are:
· Worn or dirty spark plugs
· Incorrect spark plug gap
· Dirty air cleaner
· Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
· Dragging brakes
· Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals.
NOTE: (D)rive or 5th gear (manual transmissions) should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy.
pg. 59 Starting the engine
Starting and stopping
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· If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp may indicate a fault.
· During a transitional period, a small number of service stations may still have fuel nozzles that are not compatible
with the fuel filler neck on cars equipped with the evaporative control system (ORVR) mandated by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board. If you experience difficulties in refueling
your vehicle, please ask the gas station attendant for assistance.
CAUTION:
Fuel must not be siphoned from the fuel tank. This will damage the Evaporative control system.
pg. 113 Lubrication
No.Lubrication point lubricant
1 Hood lock and latch Oil
2 Door stop and hinges Oil
3 Sun roof wind deflector (visible when sun roof is open) Oil, low temperature grease
4 Door lock catch plate Oil
5 Power antenna WD 40 or similar
6 Locks Volvo teflon lock spray
7 Trunk lock catch plate Low temperature grease
8 Front seat side rail and latch Oil
To avoid rattles and unnecessary wear, the body should be lubricated at regular service intervals. This should be done
by an authorized Volvo retailer.
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Width71.7 in. (182 cm)
Height55.1 in. (140 cm)
Wheelbase 104.7 in. (266 cm)
Track, front 59.8 in. (151.8 cm)
Track, rear 59.7 in. (151.6 cm)
Turning circle (between curbs) 39 ft. (11.9 m)
Cargo capacity 13.1 cu. ft. (0.37m
3)
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehicle, the total loaded weight capacity of
the vehicle must not be exceeded. USACanada
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
(aut.) 4190 lbs (1900 kg)1900 kg
(man.) 4140 lbs (1878 kg)1880 kg
Capacity weight * 785 lbs (356 kg) 355 kg
Curb weight 3305-3405 lbs (1499-1544 kg)1500-1545 kg
Permissible axle weight, front
(aut.) 2360 lbs (1070 kg)1070 kg
(man.) 2310 lbs (1048 kg)1050 kg
Permissible axle weight, rear 1940 lbs (880 kg)880 kg
Max roof load 220 lbs (100 kg)100 kg
Max trailer weight (w/o brakes) 1100 lbs (500 kg)500 kg
Max trailer weight (with brakes)
2" ball 3300 lbs (1500 kg) 1500 kg
1 7/8" ball 2000 lbs (908 kg)900 kg
Max tongue weight **165 lbs (75 kg) 75 kg
* The max permissible axle loads or the gross vehicle weight must not be exceeded.
** See also section "Trailer towing"
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Brake warning light17
Bulb failure warning17,19
Bulbs126
C
Capacities125
Central locking button36
Chains (snow)77
Changing a wheel82
Child booster cushion12
Child Restraint Anchorages10
Child safety12
Clock16
Clock - resetting25
Clutch fluid116
Clutch interlock60
Coolant - checking/changing118
Coolant level sensor19
Coolant level warning light17
Cooling system66,124
Courtesy lights - exterior20
Courtesy lights - front49
Cruise control29
D
Daytime running lights24
Demister - rear window23
Dimensions127
Distributor ignition system124
Diversity antenna185
Doors and locks42
Driving economy58
Driving mode W62,64
E
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)72
ECC - Electronic Climate Control34,35
Electrical system66,126
Electrically heated front seats30
Electrically operated front seats46,47
Electrically operated sun roof41
Electrically-operated windows36
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)72
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)72
Emergency towing68
Emergency warning flashers23
Engine123
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