2003 VOLVO V70 maintenance

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VOLVO V70
Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg. 115 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses116
Replacing bulbs120
Paint touch up126
Washing the car127
Cleaning the upholstery128
Maintenance service, Warranty129
Fuel/emissions systems130
Drive belt, Air pump system, Coolant131
Emissions maintenance132
Washer fluid reservoir, Hoisting the car133
Opening the hood, Engine compartment134
Engine oil135
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs137
Battery maintenance138
Replacing wiper blades140
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Cleaning the upholstery
The fabric can be cleaned with soapy water or a detergent. For more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream, shoe
polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric stain remover.
The plastic in the upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution.
Leather upholstery/suede-like upholstery (alcanteraTM) can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution.
For more difficult spots, Volvo offers a leather care kit.
Under no circumstances should gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agents be used on the plastic or the
leather since these can cause damage.
Cleaning the seat belts
Clean only with lukewarm water and mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor mats
The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially during winter, when they should be taken
out for drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent.
Stain removal
Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the coloring can spread.
Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding.
Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center.
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Maintenance service
Volvo advises you to follow the service program outlined in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet.
This maintenance program contains inspections and services necessary for the proper function of your car. The
maintenance services contain several checks which require special instruments and tools and therefore must be
performed by a qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in top condition, specify time-tested and proven Genuine
Volvo Parts and Accessories.
The Federal Clean Air Act - U.S.
The Federal Clean Air Act requires vehicle manufacturers to furnish written instructions to the ultimate purchaser to
assure the proper servicing and function of the components that control emissions. These services, which are listed in
the "Warranty and Service Records Information booklet," are not covered by the warranty. You will be required to pay
for labor and material used.
Maintenance services
Your Volvo passed several major inspections before it was delivered to you, in accordance with Volvo specifications.
The maintenance services outlined in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet, many of which will
positively affect your vehicle's emissions, should be performed as indicated. It is recommended that receipts for
vehicle emission services be retained in case questions arise concerning maintenance.
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Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
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provides information about maintenance of emission-related components.
Applicable warranties - U.S.
In accordance with applicable U.S. and Canadian regulations, the following list of warranties is provided.
New Car Limited Warranty
Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty
Seat Belt and Supplemental Restraint Systems Limited Warranty
Emission Design and Defect Warranty
Emission Performance Warranty
These are the Federal warranties; other warranties are provided as required by state/provincial law. Refer to your
separate Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for detailed information concerning each of the warranties.

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Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)14
Automatic transmission90, 91, 145
- Geartronic92, 93
- Kickdown91, 92
Automatic transmission - cold starts91
Auxiliary socket31, 39
AWD
- general information94
- using snow chains109
B
Backrest (center) - 3-section rear seat64
Battery104, 148
Battery maintenance138, 139
- Replacing the battery139
- Ventilation hose139
Booster cushion12, 16
Brake failure warning light28
Brake fluid137
Brake system18
Bulbs (list)148
Bulbs - replacing120-125
C
Capacities (oils and fluids)141
, 146
Cargo compartment cover71
Cargo compartment lighting67
Cargo eyelets68
Cargo net69
Catalytic converters - three-way106
Center armrest - 3-section rear seat65
Center backrest (3-section rear seat)64
Center console - switches31
Center head restraint - 3-section rear seat64
Center head restraint - rear seat3
Center seat head restraint63
Central locking buttons79
Chains - winter driving109
Changing wheels112, 113
Child booster cushion12, 16
Child Restraint Anchorages15
Child safety11, 12, 14, 16
Child safety locks - rear doors82
Climate controls48-51
Climate system - general information47
Clock27
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M
Maintenance schedule129
Malfunction indicator lamp29
Manual climate control with air conditioning52-54
Manual transmission89, 145
Memory function - front seats56
Mirrors41
Mirrors, sideview - memory function41
N
Net - cargo69
Nylon cargo net69
O
Occupant safety17
Octane rating84
Odometer27
Oil - engine104, 135, 136
Oil pressure warning light28
Opening the hood134
P
Paint touch-up126
Panic function (alarm)80
Parking brake39
Parking brake reminder light28
Parking lights34
Passenger's seat backrest - folding57
PCV system132
Pen holder61
Polishing128
Power seats56
Power steering fluid137
Power windows40
R
Radio151
Rain sensor - windshield wipers37
Reading lights - front/rear74
Rear fog light29, 34
Rear reading lights74
Rear seat backrest66
Rear window - heated38
Rearview mirror41
Refrigerant47
Refueling86
Remote central locking system and sideview mirrors system41
Remote control - keyless entry system77
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Remote control - Homelink® Universal Transceiver168
Remote keyless entry system77
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries78
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat57
Removing the seat cushion66
Replacing bulbs120-125
Replacing fuses116
Replacing wiper blades140
Road assistance149
Roadholding95
Roof load - maximum143
Roof racks97
S
Safety locks - child82
Seat belt maintenance17
Seat belts2, 3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning128
Seats - front56
Securing cargo68
Servicing133
Shiftlock87, 90, 92
Side direction indicator - replacing123
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)8
Sideview mirrors41
Sideview mirrors - heated38
Sideview mirrors - memory function41
Snow chains109
Snow tires109
Spare tire72, 110
Spark plugs132, 147
Specifications144
SRS6
SRS diagnostic system28
Stability Traction Control (STC)19, 31
Stain removal128
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)76, 87
Starting the engine87, 88
Steel grid69
Steering wheel adjustment35
Steering wheel lock35
Stop and Store bag64
Storage compartments59
Storage in the glove compartment60
Studded tires109
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