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Move the seat as far rearward as possible for easiest access to the lumbar support control.
Electrically operated seats with memory function *
A Front edge of seat (raise/lower)
B Forward - rearward
C Rear edge of seat (raise/lower)
D Backrest tilt WARNING!
· 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 (40 seconds if the door is closed). Therefore, children should never be
left unattended in the car.
· Movement of the seat can be STOPPED at any time by pressing any button on the power seat control panel.
· Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. In
addition, position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow.
· The seat rails on the floor must not be obstructed in any way when the seat is in motion.
Programming the memory
Three seat positions can be programmed. To program a seat position:
1 Adjust the seat to the desired position.
2 Hold down the MEM button.
3 While holding down the MEM button, press button 1 to program the current position of the seat.
Buttons 2 and 3 can be programmed in the same way.
To move the seat to a programmed position, press and hold down button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat moves to the preset
position and stops.
As a safety precaution, the seat will stop automatically if the button is released before the seat has reached the
programmed position.
NOTE : The seat has an overload protector which engages if an object blocks the movement of the seat. If this
happens, remove the object and wait 20 seconds before operating the seat again.
* Only the driver's seat is equipped with the memory function.
pg. 49 Front seats, Coat hanger
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Electrically operated seats - general information
Adjusting the front seats:
Passengers's seat: The passenger's seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II (see page 48
).
Driver's seat: The driver's seat can be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II (see page 48
). However, it can
also be adjusted:
· Within 40 seconds after the ignition has been switched off (even if the key has been removed from the ignition
switch).
· Within 40 seconds after the driver's door has been unlocked with the key or remote control and opened. The key
does not have to be in the ignition switch during this period.
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat
The remote control transmitter also controls the electrically operated driver's seat in the following way:
Adjust the seat to your preferences.
When you leave your car, lock it using the remote control
The next time you unlock the driver's door with the same remote control (the one you used to lock the doors with)
and open the driver's door , the driver's seat will automatically move to the position in which you left it.
The seat will move to this position even if someone else has adjusted them since you last drove the car.
NOTE:
This feature will work in the same way with all of the remote control transmitters (up to 3) that you use with your
car.
This feature will not function if you lock your car with the key.
Folding passenger's seat backrest
The passenger seat backrest can be folded down to the horizontal position for carrying long loads. To fold down the
backrest:
· Move the seat as far rearward as possible
· Adjust the backrest tilt to the most upright position
· Lift the catches on the lower rear side of the backrest
· Without releasing the catches, push the backrest forward
· Move the seat as far forward as possible
WARNING!
Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during
sudden stops.
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To remove a defective bulb:
· Switch off the ignition.
· Open the hood.
· Remove the plastic cover over the bulb (1) by turning it counterclockwise.
· Remove the connector (2).
· Loosen the retaining spring (3) by first moving it to the right and then moving it down, out of the way.
· Pull out the defective bulb. Note the position of the guide lug on the base of the bulb (4).
To install a new bulb:
· Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass, with the guide lug upward (1). The bulb will only seat properly in
this position.
· Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until it seats properly (2).
· Press the connector into place on the bulb (3).
· Reinstall the plastic cover and turn it clockwise until it is correctly in place (4). "TOP" must be upward.
NOTE: If the vertical aim of your headlights needs to be adjusted for any reason (e.g., towing a trailer for extended
periods), this should be done by an authorized Volvo retailer.
pg. 101 Replacing bulbs
Front parking lights
· Switch off the ignition.
· Remove the plastic cover over it the high beam bulb by turning it counterclockwise.
· Pull out the bulb and its socket. Replace the bulb.
· Press the bulb and its socket back into place.
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· Switch on the ignition to test the bulb.
· Reinstall the plastic cover and turn it clockwise until it is correctly in place. "TOP" must be upward) see illustration
on previous page).
Front direction indicators
· Switch off the ignition.
· Open the hood.
· Press down the retaining catch with a screwdriver and pull out the lamp housing.
· Press the retaining spring downward and pull the connector out of the lamp housing.
· Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
· Remove the defective bulb from the holder by first pressing it in slightly and then turning it counterclockwise.
· Install a new bulb in the holder and reinsert
the bulb and holder in the lamp housing.
· Press the connector onto the bulb holder.
· Switch on the ignition to test the bulb.
· Press the lamp housing back into place on the fender. Be sure it seats properly.
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