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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 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 128
for reservoir position and page 131 for instructions.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Parking brake reminder light
This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the
front seats. Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Oil pressure warning light
If the light comes on while driving, stop the car and then stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil
level. See page 130
. If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After
hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when
the engine speed is increased.
Generator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked.
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Starting the engine
1. Fasten the seat belt.
WARNING!
Before starting, check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors adjusted properly. Make sure the brake pedal can be
depressed completely. Adjust the seat if necessary. See page 50.
2. Apply the parking brake, if not already set. The gear selector (automatic transmission) is locked in the (P)ark
position (SHIFT-LOCK). Manual transmission: the clutch must be fully depressed.
3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key* to the starting position. Allow the starter to operate for
up to 10 seconds. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, repeat this step.
For cold starts at altitudes above 6000 ft (1800 meters), depress the accelerator pedal halfway and turn the key to the
starting position. Release the pedal slowly when the engine starts.
4. To release the gear selector from the (P)ark position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in
position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed.
5. Select the desired gear. The gear engages after a very slight delay which is especially noticeable when selecting R.
NOTE:
Your car is equipped with a KEYLOCK system. When the engine is switched off, the gear selector must be in the
(P)ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch.
When starting in cold weather, the transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine speeds than normal until the
automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
CAUTION:
The engine should be idling when you move the gear selector. Never accelerate until after you feel the transmission
engage! Accelerating immediately after selecting a gear will cause harsh engagement and premature transmission wear.
Selecting P or N when idling at a standstill for prolonged periods time will help prevent overheating of the automatic
transmission fluid.
Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
WARNING!
Always place the gear selector in Park and apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle. Never leave the car
unattended with the engine running.
Always open garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but very poisonous.
An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator pedal and the clutch to catch. Check that the movement
of the accelerator pedal and clutch is not impeded. Not more than one protective floor covering may be used at one
time.
* Your car is equipped with an electronic start inhibitor (immobilizer). The keys you received with your car are
specially coded. The code in the key is transmitted to an antenna in the ignition switch where it is compared to the
code stored in the start inhibitor module. The car can only be started if a properly coded key is used.
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VOLVO V70
Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg. 107 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses108
Replacing bulbs112
Paint touch up118
Washing the car119
Cleaning the upholstery120
Maintenance service, Warranty121
Maintenance schedule122
Fuel/emissions systems124
Drive belt, Air pump system, Coolant125
Servicing126
Opening the hood, Engine compartment128
Engine oil129
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs131
Battery maintenance132
Replacing wiper blades134
pg. 108 Fuses
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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 II I II I
Brakes
Inspect brake pads, replace components as necessary I II II II I II I
Brake fluid level
2 - check
I I I I I I
Steering/suspension
Tires
3, check pressure, wear and condition I
I II II II I II I
Check power steering fluid level I I I I I
Body
Trunk/hood, hinges and latches L L L
Cabin air filter (see page 126
of the Owner's manual) R R R R R R
1) Replace at 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
2) Brake fluid should be changed at owner request every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid
should be replaced once a year or every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard
conditions (mountain driving, etc.).
3) Rotate tires at owner request.
The following items should be checked weekly by the driver (it takes only a few minutes):
Engine oil level, brake fluid level, radiator coolant level, operation of all lights, horns, windshield wipers, tire
pressure (all five tires), windshield washer fluid level
The following should also be carried out at regular intervals:
Washing (check all drain holes), polishing, cleaning

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Engine Oil
Meeting or exceeding ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF, and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Volume:
Capacity (including oil filter): 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
Capacity (including oil filter and oil cooler): 7.1 US qts. (6.7 liters)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
AW5: Only Volvo gearbox oil (1161540-8). Do not mix with other oils.
Volume: 7.9 US qts (7.5 liters)
Cooling system
Type: Positive pressure, closed system. The thermostat begins to open at 194 ¡F (90 ¡C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Power steering fluid
ATF fluid
Volume:
Brake fluid
DOT 4+
Volume: 0.64 US qts (0.6 liters)
Climate control system - refrigerant (R 134a)
Oil: PAG
Volume: 2.2 lbs (1,000 g) R134a
Fuel
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91)
Volume (fuel tank): 21.1 US gals (80 liters)*
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters)
* 18.5 US gals (70 liters) on V70 AWD, V70 XC and V70 with non-turbo engine.
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Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)14
Automatic transmission82, 83, 138
Geartronic84, 85
Kickdown83, 84
Auxiliary socket29, 37
B
Backrest (center) - 3-section rear seat58
Battery96, 141
Battery maintenance132, 133
Replacing the battery133
Ventilation hose133
Booster cushion12, 16
bottle holder in rear seat56
Brake failure warning light26
Brake fluid131
Brake system18
Break-in period78
Bulbs (list)141
Bulbs - replacing112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 117
C
Capacities (oils and fluids)135
, 139
Cargo compartment cover65
Cargo compartment lighting61
Cargo eyelets62
Cargo net63
Catalytic converters - three-way98
Center armrest - 3-section rear seat59
Center backrest (3-section rear seat)58
Center console - switches29
Center head restraint - 3-section rear seat58
Center head restraint - rear seat3
Center seat head restraint57
Central locking buttons73
Chains - winter driving102
Changing wheels105, 106
Child booster cushion12, 16
Child Restraint Anchorages15
Child safety11, 12, 14, 16
Child safety locks - rear doors76
Climate controls44, 45, 46, 47
Climate system - general information43
Clock25
Clutch interlock81
Coat hanger55
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Maintenance service121
Malfunction indicator lamp27
Manual transmission81, 138
Memory function - front seats50
Mirrors39
Mirrors, sideview - folding29
Mirrors, sideview - memory function39
N
Net - cargo63
Nylon cargo net63
O
Occupant safety17
Octane rating78
Odometer25
Oil - engine78 , 96, 129, 130
Oil pressure warning light26
Opening the hood128
P
Paint touch-up118
Panic function (alarm)74
Parking brake37
Parking brake reminder light26
Parking lights32
Passenger's seat backrest - folding51
Pen holder55
Polishing120
Power seats50
Power steering fluid131
Power windows38
R
Radio
Radio143
Reading lights - front/rear52
Rear fog light27, 32
Rear reading lights52
Rear seat backrest60
Rear window - heated36
Rearview mirror39
Refrigerant43
Refueling79
Remote control - keyless entry system71
Remote keyless entry system71
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries72
Removing the seat cushion60
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The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See
page 127.
2 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the COLD mark and when hot it must not be above the
HOT mark. Top up if the level drops to the ADD mark with ATF fluid. See page 131.
3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 125.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx.
1.6 US qts (1.5 liters). See page 130.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 131.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Octane rating, see page 78.
Tire pressure, see label located on the rear edge of the right front door.
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