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Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
WARNING!
If the fluid level is below the lowest MIN mark in the brake fluid reservoir: DO NOT DRIVE. Tow the car to a
Volvo retailer and have the brake system checked and any leakage repaired.
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 116
for reservoir position.
If the control lamp still stays on, the EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) is not working.
Drive to your Volvo dealer. See ABS control lamp and also page 71.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Bulb failure warning light
The light will come on if one of the brake light bulbs are defective when the brake pedal is pressed.
Check the fuse and bulb. See sections "Replacing bulbs" and "fuses".
pg. 23 Warning lights, Daytime Running Lights
DSA (option)
Dynamic Stability Assistance
This is a system which helps keep the drivewheels from spinning. The light flashes if the road surface is slippery,
the wheels are spinning and the system is working.
The control light comes on if a fault occurs in the DSA system. It also comes on if the system is switched off via
the switch.
For more information see page 30.
Service reminder indicator
This light will come on according to preset service intervals or after 750 hours of driving or after 12 months,
whichever occurs first. It is a reminder to the driver that the service interval has been exceeded. The light will
stay on for 2 minutes after start until reset by the servicing retailer.
Anti-lock Brake system (ABS)
If the warning lamp lights up there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will
however function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection.
See page 71
for additional information.
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Chapter 3 - Body and interior
pg. 39 Body and interior
Body and interior
The seats, sun roof, mirrors, etc. are described on the following pages. Keys
40
Doors and locks41
Remote keyless entry system42
Alarm43
Trunk/Tailgate/Glove compartment45
Child safety locks46
Front seats47
Rear/side view mirrors/Vanity mirrors49
Interior lights, Sun roof50
Sun roof51
Hood/Luggage cover52
Storage compartments53
Cargo space/Trunk light, Spare tire, Jack54
Folding rear seat55
Folding rear seat, Luggage strap56
Side cargo net, Cargo net57
Weight distribution, Handling, Roadholding, Roof rack58
pg. 40 Keys
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Chapter 4 - Starting and driving
pg. 59 Starting and driving
Starting and driving
This section on starting and driving contains items such as starting the engine, operating the gear selector, towing,
trailers, etc. Fuel requirements, Refueling
60
Driving economy62
Starting the engine63
Automatic transmission64
Points to remember66
Emergency towing68
Vehicle towing information69
Jump starting70
Proposition 65 Battery Warning70
Brake system, ABS71
Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD)72
Winter driving73
Long distance trips74
Trailer towing75
pg. 60 Fuel requirements
NOTE ENGINE OIL:
Although some oil consumption occurs during normal engine operation, more oil is consumed when the engine is new
as the internal parts generate higher friction while wearing in to each other. From the time the engine is new until
the first service is performed, the oil consumption could be higher than normal. For this reason, it is especially
important to check the oil every time you refuel your car during this period. See page 114
.
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INDEX
pg. 143 - 145 Index
A
ABS 23
,71
Adjustable steering wheel34
Advanced user Mode (AUM) - radio141
Air conditioning37
Air distribution36
Air vents35
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm43
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)23,71
Anti-theft code130,71
Antifreeze73,117
Ashtrays33
Audio system HU -415131
Audio system HU -615132
Audio systems129
AUM - Advanced user Mode - radio141
Automatic car washing102
Automatic transmission65,66,67,123
Automatic transmission fluid122
Auxiliary socket33
B
Battery73
,126
Battery maintenance119
Booster cushion11
Brake failure warning light22
Brake fluid116,122
Brake fluid warning light22
Brake system71,72
Bulb failure warning22
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