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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 130
for reservoir position and page 133 for instructions.
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.
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:
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Unlocking the tailgate
The tailgate lock is incorporated in the central locking system and is locked or unlocked when the driver's door is
locked/unlocked. The tailgate can be unlocked by:
Pressing UNLOCK on the remote control twice.
Using the central locking button on the driver's door.
Pressing twice on the remote control's tailgate unlock button.
Automatic relocking:
If you use this button to unlock the tailgate without opening it, it will automatically relock after approximately 2
minutes.
However, if you open the tailgate and close it again, it will not automatically relock after 2 minutes.
Central locking buttons
These buttons (located on the both front door armrests) can be used to lock/unlock all doors and the tailgate and set
the alarm. The rear passenger doors can also be locked and unlocked with the individual lock buttons on each door.
pg. 76 Alarm
Alarm
The alarm is automatically armed whenever you lock your car. When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a
number of points on the car. The following conditions will set off the alarm:
The hood is forced open.
The tailgate is forced open.
A door is forced open.
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Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg. 111 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses112
Replacing bulbs116
Paint touch up122
Washing the car123
Cleaning the upholstery124
Maintenance service, Warranty125
Fuel/emissions systems126
Drive belt, Air pump system, Coolant127
Emissions maintenance128
Opening the hood, Engine compartment130
Engine oil131
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs133
Battery maintenance134
Replacing wiper blades136
pg. 112 Fuses
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Replacing high/low beam headlight bulbs
The headlight bulbs must be replaced from the engine compartment.
CAUTION:
Do not touch the glass on halogen bulbs with your fingers. Grease, oil or any other impurities can be carbonized onto
the bulb and cause damage to the reflector.
Be sure to use bulbs of the correct type and voltage.
To remove a defective low beam bulb:
Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
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 low beam bulb (H7):
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.
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pg. 117 Replacing bulbs
To remove and install a high beam bulb (HB3):
Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
Open the hood.
Remove the cover by twisting it counter-clockwise.
Twist the bulb holder counterclockwise, pull it out and fit a new bulb. Note its position.
Refit the bulb holder. It can only be fitted in one way.
Screw the cover back on. The word TOP should be upwards.
Replacement of front parking light bulb
Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to position 0.
Remove the low beam cover by twisting counterclockwise.
Pull out the bulb and its socket. Replace bulb.
Press the bulb and its socket back into place.
Check that the new bulb lights.
Screw the cover back into place, "TOP" should be upwards!
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Headlight wiper blades - replacing136
Headlights32
Heated front seats36
Heated rear window36
Heated sideview mirrors36
Heating44 - 47
Hoisting the car129
Holder for grocery bags63
Home Safe System72
HomeLink®162-164
Hood - opening130
I
Ignition switch33
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)72, 83
Indicator lights26, 27
Inflatable curtain (IC)9
Instrument illumination32
Instrument panel25
Instruments24
Integrated booster cushion12
Interior Air Quality system47
Interior features - overview22
Interior lighting70
J
Jack68
, 109
Jump starting98
K
Key - removing from ignition switch83
Keyless entry system73, 74
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries74
Keylock83
Keys72
Kickdown86, 87
L
Label information136
License plate lights - replacing116
Lifting the car127
Lights - accessory29
Load carriers88
Locking and unlocking the car72
Locking steering wheel33
Long distance trip97
Long loads51
M
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Maintenance schedule125
Malfunction indicator lamp27
Manual climate control with air conditioning48-50
Manual transmission84, 140
Memory function - front seats52
Mirrors39
Mirrors, sideview - memory function39
N
Net - cargo65
Nylon cargo net65
O
Occupant safety17
Octane rating80
Odometer25
Oil - engine99, 131, 132
Oil pressure warning light26
Opening the hood130
P
Paint touch-up122
Panic function (alarm)76
Parking brake37
Parking brake reminder light26
Parking lights32
Passenger's seat backrest - folding53
PCV system128
Pen holder57
Polishing124
Power seats52
Power steering fluid133
Power windows38
R
Radio145
Reading lights - front/rear70
Rear fog light27, 32
Rear reading lights70
Rear seat backrest62
Rear window - heated36
Rearview mirror39
Refrigerant43
Refueling82
Remote central locking system and sideview mirrors system93
Remote control - keyless entry system73
Remote control - Homelink® Univeral Transceiver163
Remote keyless entry system73
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