
6Space for additional equipment
7Space for additional equipment
8 Instruments 14-15
9Stability Control System - STC 23
10Trip computer (optional) 26-28
11Electrically operated convertible top 40
12Rear window demister/heated door mirrors 23
13Air mix 33
14Air vents 33
15Passenger side air bag (SRS) hatch 4-6
16Air vents 33
17Hood release 54
18Turn signals, high/low beams, exterior courtesy lights 20
18Cruise control 29
19Adjustable steering wheel 32
20Windshield wiper/washer 21
21Heated front seats (optional) 30
22Auxiliary socket 31
23Audio systems 133
24Heating and ventilation controls 33-35
25Hazard warning flashers 23
26Ashtray 31
27Coin holder 42
28Shiftlock release button (automatic transmission only) 101
29Gear selector shift positions 65-67
30Winter mode selector 67
31Parking brake 30
32Horn/SRS 4-6
33Trunk open control 55
34Power window controls 36
35Power mirror controls 51
36Fuel tank open control 37
37Central locking button 36
Some of the items above are available on certain models only.
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1 Turn signal, left
2 Turn signal, right
3 Roll Over Protection system (ROPS)
4 Low washer fluid level
If the lamp glows continuously when the engine is running, there is only about 1/2 - 1 US qt. remaining in the washer
fluid reservoir.
5 Low fuel level
When the lamp glows, only about 1.8 US gals. (8 liters) of fuel remain. If the ignition is switched on while refuelling,
the gauge may read inaccurately for up to 25 minutes.
6 Rear fog light
7 High beams
8 Trunk open
9 Bulb failure warning sensor
10 (Not in use)
11 Electronic Throttle System (ETS)
12 SRS indicator lamp
13 Generator not charging
14 Low engine oil pressure
15 Brake warning light
16 Parking brake applied
17 ABS -system
18 Transmission mode
Indicates "W",if winter/wet driving mode is active, or indicated currently selected low gear.
19 Low coolant level
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VOLVO C70
Chapter 3 - Body and interior
pg. 39 Body and interior
Page
Convertible top/wind deflector 40
Storage compartments42
Keys, doors and locks43
Remote keyless entry system44
Alarm45
Front seats47
Rear/side view mirrors50
Interior lights, Vanity mirrors52
Long load storage53
Hood54
Opening the trunk55
Trunk light, Spare tire, Jack56
Securing cargo, Avoiding battery drain57
pg. 40 Electrically operated convertible top
Electrically operated convertible top
Electrically operated convertible top
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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 automatically be lowered slightly) until the convertible top is completely lowered. A chime will indicate when the
top is completely down and properly in place in the storage compartment. The windows can then be raised/lowered
with the "All windows" button on the driver's door.
"All windows" control button
To raise the convertible top:
Press and hold down the upper section of the control switch until the convertible top is completely raised. A chime
will indicate when the top is properly in position.
Check that the cover over the convertible top storage compartment closes completely.
Movement of the convertible top can be stopped at any time by releasing the control switch.
WARNING!
The convertible top must not be obstructed in any way when it is being raised or lowered.
The rear seat should not be occupied while the convertible top is being raised or lowered.
Anyone near the car should be well clear of the convertible top's moving parts before it is raised or lowered.
Children should never be allowed to play with the convertible top control switch.
CAUTION: If the cover over the convertible top storage space is not completely closed , the trunk lid should NOT be
opened to help avoid scratching the paint.
NOTE:
The electrically operated convertible top has an overload protecting circuit breaker that is activated when an object
blocks the top when it is in motion. If this occurs, remove the object and wait 20 seconds for the circuit breaker to reset
before trying to raise/lower the top again.
See page 102
for fault tracing information and instructions on manually raising the convertible top.
The trunk cannot be opened and the power windows/power antenna cannot be operated while the convertible top is
being raised/lowered.
pg. 41 Electrically operated convertible top, Wind deflector
CAUTION:
Be sure there is sufficient clearance above the car before raising/lowering the convertible top.
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Volvo recommends that you raise the convertible top and close the windows when you leave the car to help deter
thefts and to protect the interior from rain, windblown dust, etc.
No objects should be placed in the convertible top storage compartment. This could damage the convertible top
mechanism.
Roof racks may not be attached to or placed on the convertible top. See page 74 for information on trunk-mounted
luggage racks.
Ice scrapers should not be used to remove snow from the convertible top.
Do not lower the convertible top if it is frozen. The top should not be raised/lowered if the temperature is below 32°
F (0° C).
The top should be completely dry before it is lowered and stored in the storage compartment to help prevent damage
from mildew.
See page 107
for information on cleaning the convertible top.
Wind deflector (option/accessory)
Installing the wind deflector:
Fold out the panels on the sides of the wind deflector (1).
Slide the two metal slats on the wind deflector under the rear seat head restraints (2). Slide them carefully to avoid
damaging the upholstery.
Press the catches (3) into the holes provided in the side panel until they click into place.
Raise the wind deflector (4) 90°.
NOTE: The panels on the sides of the wind deflector can be folded under so that the deflector can be stored in the
trunk. The catches (3) must be pushed in (toward the center of the car) before the panels can be folded.
WARNING!
The wind deflector must be securely attached to help avoid injury to the occupants of the car or to other motorists.
pg. 42 Storage compartments
WARNING!
Packages on the rear window shelf can obscure vision and may become dangerous projectiles in the event of a
sudden stop or an accident.
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1 Glove compartment
2 Shelf under glove compartment
3 Coin holder
4 Compartment in door
5 Pocket on rear of front seat
6 Compartment between front seats
7 Cup holder
pg. 43 Keys, doors and locks
Master key
This key operates all locks (ignition switch/steering wheel lock, driver's door, trunk and glove compartment).
Service key
This key operates the driver's door and the ignition switch/steering wheel lock.
Doors and locks
Your car is equipped with a central locking system. The key, used on the driver's door, the remote control or central
locking button, will lock/unlock both doors and the trunk.
Turn the key once to unlock the driver's door only.
Turn the key again (within 10 seconds) to unlock both doors and the trunk.
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One turn with the key towards lock in the drivers door locks both doors and the trunk.
Use the switch on the front door armrests to lock/unlock the car from the inside.
Check the action of the button on the other door to verify its function (lock/ unlock).
WARNING!
If the doors are locked while driving, this may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the car in the event of an
accident. (Also see information on "Child safety locks").
NOTE :
If a door is not closed completely, the courtesy lights will stay on and a chime will sound until the door is closed.
As an added anti-theft measure, new keys have been developed which may take slightly longer to copy or replace if
the original keys are misplaced. Duplicate keys may be ordered from your Volvo retailer.
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)
Each of the keys supplied with your car contains a coded transmitter and receiver (transponder). 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.
If you misplace a key, take the other keys to an authorized Volvo retailer. The existing code in the start inhibitor
module and all the keys will be erased as an antitheft measure and a new code will be programmed in.
NOTE: Not more than one of the keys for your car should be kept on the same key ring. This could cause conflicting
signals to be transmitted to the ignition switch, making it impossible to start the car.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
The key number codes are stamped on a separate tag supplied with the keys. This tag should be separated from the key
ring and kept in a safe place.
pg. 44 Remote keyless entry system
Remote keyless entry system
Your car is equipped with a remote control transmitter. This transmitter uses a radio frequency which will allow
"keyless" entry into the passenger compartment or the trunk. You will be supplied with two coded key ring
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transmitters, which will enable you to lock/unlock both doors and the trunk from a distance of 10-15 feet (3-5 meters).
On vehicles equipped with an alarm, the alarm will also be activated/deactivated by this system.
The car can also be locked/unlocked with the key.
As an extra security precaution in certain situations (valet parking, etc.), Volvo recommends that the transmitter not be
included when the keys are given to anyone. The service key can be used instead. If one of the transmitters is
misplaced, contact the nearest authorized Volvo retailer for assistance.
Using the remote control
Press the LOCK button once to lock both doors and the trunk.
Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver's door only. Press this button again (within 10 seconds) to
unlock both doors and the trunk.
Press the OPEN trunk button twice within 3 seconds to pop open the trunk.
NOTE :
If only the driver's door is unlocked, the lock will automatically re-engage (re-lock) and the alarm will reset after 2
minutes unless the door has been opened.
The lock/unlock and alarm features can also be utilized by using the keys. See page 43.
If the alarm LED glows continuously for 5 seconds, this indicates a fault in the system or that a door is not properly
closed.
To avoid leaving your keys in the car, make a habit of always locking the car with the remote control.
WARNING!
Volvo does not recommend using the transmitter to lock the doors from inside the car. On cars equipped with an
alarm, the alarm would be activated and would sound when one of the doors is opened. The doors must not be
locked using the remote transmitter while the vehicle is occupied. In case of an accident, this may hinder rapid
access to the occupants of the vehicle. The alarm will also sound on models equipped with this feature.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
* See also page 45
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pg. 45 Alarm (certain models)
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