2002 VOLVO C70 automatic transmission

CAUTION: Certain models have reduced ground clearance due to the design of the front spoiler. Please observe
caution when e.g., driving onto garage hoists, through drifted snow or when other road debris is encountered, or when
parking near curbs.
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Shiftlock (automatic transmission only)
When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position. To release the selector from this position,
turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front side of the
gear selector and move the selector from (P)ark.
If it is necessary to manually override the shiftlock system:
· Turn the starting (ignition) key to position I
· Press firmly on the "SHIFTLOCK OVERRIDE" button located to the right of the base of the gear selector
· While holding the override button down, press the button on the front of the gear selector
· Move the selector from the ( P)ark position.
Keylock (automatic transmission only)
This means that when you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the starting
(ignition) key can be removed from the ignition switch.
Clutch interlock (manual transmission only)
The clutch must be fully depressed before you can start you car. If the clutch is not depressed, it will not be possible to
start the engine.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
The ABS system in your car performs a self -diagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches the speed of approximately
12 mph (20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control
module. This is normal.
Fuel tank cover
The fuel tank cover is locked and must be popped open using the control on the driver's door (see illustration on page
16).
Volvo and the environment
Volvo is committed to the well being of our customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the
environment in which we all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvement in reducing our
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When are the airbags deployed?
The SRS system is designed to deploy during certain frontal or frontangular collisions, impacts, or decelerations,
depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The SRS sensor is designed to react to both the
impact of the collision and the inertial forces generated by it and to determine if the intensity of the collision is
sufficient for the airbags to be deployed.WARNING!
The SRS is designed to help prevent serious injury. Deployment occurs very quickly and with considerable force.
During normal deployment and depending on variables such as seating position, one may experience abrasions,
bruises, swellings, or other injuries as a result of airbag(s) deployment.
· If the airbags have been deployed, we recommend the following:
· Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer. Never drive with the airbags deployed.
· Have an authorized Volvo retailer replace the SRS system components.
· Use only new, Genuine Volvo Parts when replacing SRS components (airbags, seat belts, tensioners, etc.).
When are the airbags NOT deployed?
Not all frontal collisions activate the SRS system. If the collision involves a nonrigid object (e.g., a snow drift or
bush), or a rigid, fixed object at a low speed, the SRS system will not necessarily deploy. Airbags do not normally
deploy in a side impact collision, in a collision from the rear or in a rollover situation. The amount of damage to the
bodywork does not reliably indicate if the airbags should have deployed or not.
Seat belts the heart of the Volvo safety system
The heart of the Volvo safety system is the threepoint seat belt (a Volvo invention)! In order for the SRS system to
provide the protection intended, seat belts must be worn at all times by everyone in the car.
The SRS system is a 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!
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6Space for additional equipment
7Space for additional equipment
8 Instruments 16-17
9Stability Control System - STC 25
10Trip computer (optional) 28-30
11Electrically operated sun roof (C70 Coupe) 44
11Electrically operated convertible top (C70 Convertible) 44
12Rear window demister/heated door mirrors 25
13Air mix 35
14Air vents 35
15Passenger side air bag (SRS) hatch 4-6
16Air vents 35
17Hood release 58
18Turn signals, high/low beams, exterior courtesy lights 22
18Cruise control 31
19Adjustable steering wheel 34
20Windshield wiper/washer 23
21Heated front seats (optional) 32
22Auxiliary socket 33
23Audio systems 137
24Heating and ventilation controls 35-37
25Hazard warning flashers 25
26Ashtray 33
27Coin holder 42
28Shiftlock release button (automatic transmission only) 105
29Gear selector shift positions 69-71
30Winter mode selector 71
31Parking brake 32
32Horn/SRS 4-6
33Trunk open control 59
34Power window controls 38
35Power mirror controls 54
36Fuel tank open control 40
37Central locking button 38
Some of the items above are available on certain models only.
pg. 18 Instruments
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Windshield wipers/washers
1 Intermittent wiper
With the switch in this position, the wipers will sweep approximately every seventh second.
2 "Single sweep" position:
The switch returns automatically when released.
3 Wipers, normal speed
4 Wipers, high speed
5 Windshield wiper/washer, headlight wiper/washer
The wipers will make 23 sweeps across the windshield and headlights (certain models) after the lever is released.
O Locked position: Remove the key to lock the steering wheel*
WARNING!
Never turn the key to position O while driving or when the car is being towed.
I Intermediate position: Certain accessories, radio, etc. on, daytime running lights off.
II Drive position: Key position when engine is running.
III Starting position: Release the key when the engine starts. The key returns automatically to the Drive
position.
* On cars equipped with an automatic transmission the gear selector must also be in the (P)ark position.
Starting (ignition) switch/steering wheel lock
If you find it difficult to insert the key in the ignition or to move the steering wheel, the steering wheel lock might be
under tension. Turn the wheel back and forth slightly to free the ignition key.
In order to reduce car theft, make sure the steering wheel lock is engaged before leaving the car.
A chime will sound if the starting key is left in the ignition lock and the front door on the driver's side is opened.
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· 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. 44 Electrically operated convertible top
Electrically operated convertible top
Electrically operated convertible top
To lower the convertible top:
· Start the engine. The car must be at a standstill, the parking brake must be ON and the trunk must be closed
when raising/lowering the convertible top. The gear selector must be in position P (automatic transmission) or in
neutral (manual transmission).
· Press and hold down the lower section of the control switch (an indicator lamp will light up and all four windows will
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VOLVO
C70 Coupe & Convertible
Chapter 4 - Starting and driving
pg. 63 Starting and driving
Page
Fuel requirements, Refueling 64
Driving economy67
Starting the engine68
Manual transmission69
Automatic transmission70
Points to remember72
Roof/trunk-mounted luggage racks74
Emergency towing75
Vehicle towing information76
Jump starting77
Brake/Stability systems78-79
Trailer towing80
Winter driving81
pg. 64 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 wearingin 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 120.
In general, the rate of oil consumption depends on such factors as: engine temperature, length of trip, driving
conditions, oil viscosity and quality, engine speed and acceleration/deceleration.
Checking your engine oil level each time the car is refueled is one of the most important items you can perform to
help keep your car in good running order.
Manual transmission
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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 trunk-mounted luggage racks 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:
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. 68 Starting the Engine
Starting and stopping
1. Fasten the seat belt.
WARNING!
Before starting, check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors are adjusted properly. Make sure the brake pedal can
be depressed completely. Move the seat closer if necessary. Refer to section "front seats".
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 step 3.
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 (automatic transmission), the ignition key must be in position II
and the brake pedal must be depressed. See page 105 for instructions on manually releasing the SHIFTLOCK
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system.
Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
NOTE: (Automatic transmission only)
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 starting key can be removed from the ignition switch.
5. Select the desired gear. The gear engages after a slight delay (automatic transmission) which is especially noticeable
when selecting R.
CAUTION : (Automatic transmission only)
The engine should be idling; never accelerate until after you feel the gear engage! Toorapid acceleration immediately
after selecting a gear will cause harsh engagement and premature transmission wear.
NOTE : Selecting P or N (automatic transmission) when idling at a standstill for prolonged periods of time will help
prevent overheating of transmission oil.
WARNING!
Always place the gear selector (automatic transmission) in Park and apply the parking brake before leaving the
vehicle. Never leave the car unattended with the engine running.
Always open the 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.
CAUTION:
Never race the engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubricating points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
Do not race the engine just prior to switching off!
* If the key is left in the Drive position (position II) for more than 30 seconds, it must be turned to position 0 and then
turned to the Start position (position III) again in order to start the car. See page 23
for ignition key positions.
pg. 69 Manual transmission
Shift positions
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