
R (Reverse)
Never engage R while the car is moving forward.
N (Neutral)
Neutral - no gear engaged. Use the parking brake.
D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position and should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. The car should
not be moving when shifting from R to the D position.
3 (Intermediate gear)
The transmission will shift automatically between gears 3, 2 or 1 from this position. The transmission cannot shift up
to (D)rive (D) from third gear.
2 (Intermediate gear)
The transmission will shift automatically between gears 2 and 1 from this position. The transmission cannot shift up
to third gear from second gear.
1 (Low gear)
If you select this gear at speeds above 30 mph (50 km/h), the transmission will first shift to second gear and then to
first gear at lower speeds.
NOTE: The intermediate and low gears can be used for:
· Driving in a mountainous area
· Towing a trailer
· Increasing the braking effect of the engine.
· The transmission has a built-in limiter designed to help prevent excessive engine speeds (high rpm) when gears 3,2 or
1 are selected.
Kickdown
Automatic shift to a lower gear (kickdown) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An
upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum accelera-tion or when passing at highway speeds.
Automatic transmission - adaptive system
The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive guidance system that constantly monitors the way in which the
transmission functions. It senses and adapts each gear shift for optimal performance. The system also monitors your
particular driving style and adapts gear shifting accordingly.
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The parking brake should also be used when parking on grades.
The gear selector is mechanically locked in the P position (SHIFTLOCK). To release the gear selector from this
position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be
depressed.WARNING!
Never leave the car unattended when the engine is running. If, by mistake, the gear selector is moved from P, the car
may start moving.
R (Reverse)
Never engage R while the car is moving forward.
N (Neutral)
Neutral - no gear engaged. Use the parking brake.
D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position and should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. The car should
not be moving when shifting from R to the D position.
Kickdown
Automatic shift to a lower gear (kickdown) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An
upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds. Kickdown does not function
when the transmission is in the manual shift (geartronic) mode (see next page).
Shift gate positions
Automatic transmission - adaptive system
The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive control system that constantly monitors the way in which the
transmission functions. It senses and adapts each gear shift for optimal performance. The system also monitors your
particular driving style and adapts gear shifting accordingly.
Automatic transmission - shift gate positions
You can move the gear selector freely between the (MAN) ual and (D)rive positions while driving.
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Changing wheels
The spare wheel is located under the carpet on the trunk floor. The jack and crank are secured in the wheel recess.
There are two jack attachment points on each side of the car.
To change a wheel:
· Engage the parking brake.
· Put the gear selector in (P)ark.
· Remove the wheel cap (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the tool kit.
· With the car still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel bolts 1/2 1 turn. Turn the bolts
counterclockwise to loosen.
· Position the jack on the bar in the attachment (A in the illustration in right column) and crank while simultaneously
guiding the base of the jack to the ground. The base of the jack must be flat on a level, firm, non-slippery surface.
Before raising the car, check that the jack is still correctly positioned in the attachment.
· Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground.
· Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and carefully remove the wheel so as not to damage the thread on the studs.
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NOTE: To avoid excessive wear and the necessity of rebalancing, mark and reinstall wheels in the same location and
position as before removal. To lessen the chance of imbalance, each wheel hub is equipped with a guide stud to ensure
that a removed wheel can be reinstalled in its original position (as when changing over to winter tires/wheels).
pg. 93 Changing wheels
Installing the wheel
· Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub.
· Lift the wheel and place it on the hub. Make sure that you align the wheel with the guide stud on the wheel hub prior
to installation.
· Install the wheel bolts and tighten handtight. use the lug wrench, tighten crosswise(see illustration above) until all
bolts are snug.
· Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts crosswise to 100 ft. lbs. (136 Nm).
· Install the wheel cap (where applicable).WARNING!
· The jack must correctly engage the bar in the jack attachment (A). The car's weight must not rest on the jack
attachment (B). See illustration on page 92
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· Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
· Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a car supported by a jack.
· Use the jack intended for the car when replacing a wheel. For any other job, use stands to support the side of the
car being worked on.
· Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the (P)ark position.
· Block the wheels standing on the ground, use rigid wooden blocks or large stones.
· The jack should be kept well-greased.
CAUTION:
· The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that came with
the car. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
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25Ignition switch, Relay starter motor 10A
26Control module - climate control blower 30A
27 Central locking system, power windows, defroster, lighting, sideview mirrors,
door warning lights, power sideview mirrors 15A
28 Power sun roof, courtesy lights, vanity mirror lights 10A
29 Telephone (option) 10A
30 Left front/rear parking lights 10A
31 Right front/rear parking lights, license plate lights 10A
32 Central electrical module, vanity mirror lighting, interior courtesy lights,
power steering 10A
33 Fuel pump 15A
34 Power sun roof 15A
35 Central locking system, power windows - left front 25A
36 Defroster, Lighting, Sideview mirrors, central locking system, power windows - right front 25A
37 Power windows - rear doors, child safety locks 30A
38 Siren alarm 5A
pg. 99 Fuses in the trunk
Fuses in the trunk
The fuses in the trunk are located behind the left panel. When replacing a blown fuse, be sure to replace it with a new
one of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
Ordinary fuses
Location Amperage
1 Rear electrical module, trunk lights 10A
2 Rear fog light 10A
3 Brake lights 15A
4 Backup lights 10A
5 Rear window heater 5A
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Generator
Rated output: max. current: 140 A
Starter motor:
Output: 1.7 kW
BulbsBulb US no.Power Socket
Headlights
High beam H755W -
Low beam H755W -
Front parking lights/ 5WW 2.1x9.5d
Front direction indicators -21 W BAU 15d
Front fog lights H155 W -
Side marker lights -3 W W2.1x9.5d
Rear direction indicators -21W BAU 15 s
Tail lights 675W/4cp BA 15 s
Brake lights 115621W/32cp BA 15 s
Backup lights 115621W/32cp BA 15 s
Rear fog light 115621W/32cp BA 15 s
License plate light -5 W W 2.1x9.5d
Door step courtesy lights
Front -5W SV 8.5
Rear -5W W 2.1x9.5d
Trunk lights -10 W SV 8.5
Glove compartment light -2 W BA 9s
Vanity mirror lights -1.2 W SV 5.5
Instrument lighting -3 W W 2.1x9.5d
Rear ashtray -1.2 W W 2x4.6d
Front courtesy lights -10 W SV 8.5
Rear reading lights -5 W W2.1x9.5d
Sideview mirror -5W W2.1x9.5d
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 130 Volvo On Call
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Paint touch-up..........107
Panic function (alarm)..........61
Parking brake..........34
Parking brake reminder light..........24
Parking lights..........30
Passenger's seat backrest - folding..........49
Polishing..........109
Power seats..........48
Power steering - speed-sensitive..........75
Power steering fluid ........ 118, 127
Power windows..........35
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING..........119
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Reading lights - front/rear ........ 50
Rear door step lights - replacing..........104
Rear fog light..........25, 30
Rear reading lights..........50
Rear seat backrests - folding..........54
Rear suspension..........128
Rear window - heated..........33
Rearview mirror..........36
Refrigerant..........44, 127
Refueling..........68
Remote control - keyless entry system..........57
Remote control - keyless entry system and sideview mirrors..........36
Remote keyless entry system..........57
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries..........58
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat..........49
Replacing bulbs..........100-106
Replacing fuses..........96
Replacing wiper blades..........121
Reporting safety defects..........11
Road assistance..........130
Roadholding..........75
Roof load - maximum..........125
Roof racks..........76
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Safety defects - reporting..........11
Safety locks - child..........63
Seat belt maintenance..........11
Seat belts..........2, 3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning..........109
Seats - front..........48
Servicing..........113, 114
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