
If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system pwill however
function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection. See page 17 for additional information.
Stability Traction Control (STC) system (option)
Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) system (option)
An LED in the STC or DSTC switch in the center console will light up to indicate that the system is activated. See
page 18 for further information.
Service reminder indicator
This light will come on at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals, after 750 hours of driving or after 12 months, whichever
occurs first, to remind 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.
Turn signal indicator - trailer (certain models)
If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not
flash when signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals nor the car's turn signals are functioning.
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AUTO
This function automatically regulates the Electronic Climate Control system so that the selected temperatures are
maintained. The blower, heating, air distribution (air flow) and air conditioning are controlled. If you prefer to
manually set any of these functions, the remaining functions will still be controlled automatically. Pressing the AUTO
button overrides any settings that were previously made manually.
Temperature
These controls are used to individually set the temperature for both sides of the passenger compartment. Please note
that the compartment will not be heated or cooled faster by setting the temperature higher or lower than necessary.
Set the control to the temperature you prefer.
Defroster
This function demists/de-ices the windshield and front side windows. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate
that the defrost function is engaged. Blower speed increases automatically and the air in the passenger compartment is
dehumidified. Recirculation will not function while defrost is engaged.
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Heated rear window/sideview mirrors
This function demists/de-ices the rear window and sideview mirrors. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate
that the heating function is engaged. See page 33
for additional information on this function.
CAUTION :
Never use ice scrapers made of metal as they can easily scratch the mirror surface.
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Recirculation
Press this switch to engage the recirculation function (air in the passenger compartment recirculates - no fresh air
enters the compartment). The LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the function is engaged.
· Use this function if the outside air is contaminated with exhaust gases, smoke, etc or to heat/cool the car quickly.
· Recirculation should not be used for more than 15 minutes. If your windows begin to fog or mist, make sure that the
recirculation function is switched off.
· Selecting Defroster automatically switches recirculation off.
· Timer function: (cars equipped with the optional Interior Quality system do not have the timer function)
Pressing and holding the switch for at least 3 seconds activates a timer function. The LED in the switch will flash for
approximately 5 seconds. Recirculation will then always operate for periods of 5 to 12 minutes, depending on the
ambient temperature, after which it will switch off automatically. Pressing the switch at any time during the
recirculation period will disengage the function and allow fresh air into the passenger compartment.
Press and hold the switch again for at least 3 seconds to return the button to its original function (i.e., recirculation will
remain on until you switch it off).
Blower control
Turn the control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the blower speed. Pressing the AUTO switch
will automatically regulate blower speed and override manual adjustment.
NOTE: Turning the blower control counterclockwise as far as possible (an LED next to the control will light up) will
turn both the blower and the air conditioning off.
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Air flow
Press AUTO to automatically regulate air flow or press any combination of the controls shown in the illustration to
manually adjust air flow. An LED in the switch will light up if an air flow control has been pressed.
Air conditioning ON/OFF
Press the switch to turn the air conditioning on or off. The "ON" or "OFF" LED will light up to indicate if the system
is switched on or off. Other functions will still be regulated automatically (if the AUTO switch is on).
· The air conditioning functions only at temperatures above 32° F
(0° C).
· While the Defroster function is selected, the air conditioning is temporarily activated to dehumidify the air, even if
you have manually switched the air conditioning off. This will only function if the blower is not switched off.
Heated front seats (option)
Please see page 33
for more information on this function.
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Condensation on the inside of the windows
Keeping the insides of the windows clean will help reduce the amount of condensation that forms on the windows. Use
a commercial window cleaning agent to clean the windows.
Ice and snow
Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of snow.
Air cabin filter
Replace the air cabin filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. The filter should be replaced more often
when driving under dirty and dusty conditions. The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should always be replaced
with a new one.
Sensors
The sunlight sensor on the dashboard and passenger compartment temperature sensor in the ECC control panel should
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not be covered in any way as this could cause incorrect information to be sent to the ECC system.
Parking the car in warm weather
If your car has been parked in the sun in warm weather, opening the windows and sun roof (option) for several
minutes before driving will help release the warm air from the passenger compartment. When the engine is running,
close the windows and sun roof and use the recirculation function for several minutes to enable the air conditioning to
cool the compartment as quickly as possible.
Windows and optional sun roof
The ECC system will function best if the windows and optional sun roof are closed. If you drive with the sun roof
open, we recommend that you manually adjust the temperature and blower control (the LED in the AUTO switch
should be off).
Acceleration
The air conditioning is momentarily disengaged during full-throttle acceleration.
ECC maintenance
All maintenance on the climate control systems should be carried out by an authorized Volvo service technician only.
Refrigerant
Volvo cares about the environment. The air conditioning system in your car contains a CFC-free refrigerant - R134a.
This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 2.2 lbs (1000 g) R134a and uses PAG oil.
Passenger compartment blower
Approximately 50 minutes after the ignition is turned off, the blower may come on automatically, and run for five
minutes, to remove condensation in the A/C evaporator.BR>
pg. 45 Electronic Climate Control (ECC) - with Interior Air Quality system (option)
Interior Air Quality system (option)
Some cars are equipped with a multifilter and air quality sensor. The filter separates gases and particles, thereby
reducing the amounts of odors and contaminants entering the car. The air quality sensor detects increased levels of
contaminants in the outside air. When the air quality sensor detects contaminated outside air, the air intake closes and
the air inside the passenger compartment is recirculated, i.e. no outside air enters the car. The filter also cleans
recirculated passenger compartment air. When the Air quality sensor is activated, the LED AUT comes on in the
recirculation button
Operations:
Press
to activate the Air quality sensor (normal setting). Or select one of three functions by pressing
1. Press
the LED AUT comes on. The Air quality sensor is now activated. 2. Press no LED is lighted.
Recirculation not activated. 3. Press
the LED MAN comes on. Recirculation is now activated. You can switch
between these three functions by repeatedly pressing
Keep the following in Mind:
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pg. 47 Interior
Front seats48
Coat hanger49
Interior lighting50
Storage compartments51
Storage compartments in center console52
Spare tire, Cargo net in trunk53
Folding rear seat backrests, Carrying long loads54
pg. 48 Front seats
Electrically operated front seats
From the time the driver's door is unlocked, the driver's seat can be adjusted with the ignition off during a 10 minute
period, if the door remains opened . If the door is closed, the seat can be adjusted for 40 seconds.
1 - Power seat control panel
2 - Lumbar support
Turn the control for softer or firmer lumbar support.
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Coat hanger
Use the coat hanger for clothes of normal weight.
pg. 50 Interior lighting
Courtesy 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 interior courtesy light can be switched on or off at any time by pressing the center button in the panel above the
rearview mirror. When switched on with the engine off, the light will stay on for 10 minutes. When switched on with
the engine running, the light will stay on indefinitely.The light may be switched off at any time by pressing the center
button a second time.
The courtesy light timer periods can be changed.Consult your Volvo retailer.
Overriding the Interior and Trunk Courtesy Lights
Normally if a car door is left open with the engine turned off, the interior courtesy light will stay on for 10 minutes.
Normally, if the trunk is left open with the engine turned off, the trunk courtesy lights will stay on for 10 minutes.
If a car door is left open or the interior courtesy lights are turned on while the engine is left running, the interior
courtesy lights will stay on indefinitely. Likewise, if the trunk is left open while the engine is running, the trunk
courtesy light will stay on indefinitely.
At times, you may wish to be assured that the courtesy lights will stay off regardless of door or trunk lid position.
To switch off the interior and trunk courtesy lights indefinitely, press and hold the center button in the panel above the
rearview mirror for 3 seconds.The courtesy lights will go off and remain off until the center button is pressed again.
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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.
pg. 51 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.
Anchor any heavy objects to help prevent them from moving during sudden stops.
pg. 52 Storage compartment in center console
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