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CAUTION:
During high pressure washing, the spray mouthpiece must never be closer to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
Special sun roof cautions:
- Always close the sun roof and sun shade before washing your vehicle.
- Never use abrasive cleaning agents on the sun roof.
- Never use wax on the rubber seals around the sun roof.
When washing or steam cleaning the engine, avoid spraying water or steam directly on the electrical components or
toward the rear side of the engine.
After cleaning the engine, the spark plug wells should be inspected for water and blown dry if necessary.
Suitable detergents: Special car washing detergents should be used. Mix according to manufacturer's instructions.
Bumpers: The bumpers are painted. Wash the bumpers with the same cleaning agent used on the rest of the car.
Never clean the bumpers with gasoline or paint thinner. Difficult spots can be removed with denatured alcohol. To
avoid scratches, do not dry the bumpers with paper.
WARNING!
When the car is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brakes several times in order to remove any
moisture from the brake linings.
Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This constitutes a fire risk.
pg. 128 Washing the car, Cleaning the upholstery
Automatic washing - simple and quick
We do NOT recommend washing your car in an automatic wash during the first six months (because the
paint will not have hardened sufficiently).
An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your car, but it is worth remembering that it may not be as
thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge and water. Keeping the underbody clean is most important,
especially in the winter. Some automatic washers do not have facilities for washing the underbody.
Before driving into an automatic wash, make sure that side view mirrors, auxiliary lamps, etc, are secure, otherwise
there is risk of the machine dislodging them.
Polishing and waxing
Normally, polishing is not required during the first year after delivery. However, waxing may be beneficial.
Before applying polish or wax the car must be washed and dried. Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar
remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing compound.
After polishing, use liquid or paste wax.
Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax.
Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing of a dull surface.
A wide range of polymer-based car waxes can be purchased today. These waxes are easy to use and produce a long-
lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
Do not polish or wax your car in direct sunlight (the surface of the car should not be warmer than 113° F (45° C).
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pg. 145 Transmission specifications
Power transmission
Manual transmission: M 56 LK
Single-disc dry plate clutch. All-synchromesh on all gears including reverse; integrated final drive. Operation via a
floor mounted gear lever.
Final drive ratio 4.00:1
Reduction ratios
1st gear 3.39:1
2nd gear 1.91:1
3rd gear 1.19:1
4th gear 0.87:1
5th gear 0.70:1
Reverse 3.30:1
Automatic transmission: AW 55-50
5-speed automatic electronically controlled gearbox comprising a hydraulic torque converter with a lock-up function;
planetary gear, integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever. Drive shafts with symmetrical joint location. Overdrive.
Final drive ratio 2.44:1*
Reduction ratios AW5
1st gear 4.77:1
2nd gear 2.10:1
3rd gear 1.96:1
4th gear 1.32:1
5th gear 1.02:1
Reverse 3.23:1
* XC70 2.65:1
pg. 146 Oil/fluid specifications and volumes
Engine Oil
Meeting or exceeding ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF, and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Oil additives must not be used.
Volume:
Capacity (including oil filter): 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
AW5: Only Volvo gearbox oil (1161540-8). Do not mix with other oils.
Volume: 7.9 US qts (7.5 liters)
Cooling system
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VOLVO V70
INDEX
pg. 171 - 174 Index
A
ABS 19
ABS - warning light29
Accessory lights31
Adjusting the steering wheel35
Advanced User Mode (AUM) - radio159
Air conditioning48 - 51
Air filter - engine132
Air pump system131
Air vents46
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm80, 81
Alarm - "panic" function80
All Wheel Drive
- general information94
- using snow chains109
ALR/ELR14
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)19
Anti-lock Brake System - warning light29
Antifreeze104, 131
Approach lighting76
Armrest (center) - 3-section rear seat65
Ashtray39, 59
Audio systems151
- cassette deck162
- CD player160
- HU -613 - overview152
- HU -803 - overview153
- specifications165
AUM (Advanced User Mode) - radio159
Automatic car washing128
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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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Clutch interlock89
Coat hanger61
Coin compartment59
Cold weather driving104
Combination filter48, 51
Coolant131
Cooling system - general information96
Courtesy light74
Courtesy lights (front) - replacing124
Courtesy lights - exterior76
Cruise control33
Cup holder59
Cup holder in the center console60
D
Detachable trailer hitch - installing102
Dimensions143
Direction indicators36
Distributor ignition system147
Door step courtesy lights - replacing123
Doors and locks76
Drive belt131
Driver's seat and remote keyless entry system57
Driving economy95
Driving mode indicator27
Driving mode W91, 93, 104
Driving with trunk open96
E
Economical driving95
Electric socket in cargo compartment67
Electrical system148
Electrical system - general information96
Electrically operated front seats56
Electrically operated sideview mirrors41
Electrically operated sun roof42
Electrically operated windows40
Electronic Brake Force Distribution19
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)48 - 51
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)14
Emergency towing99, 100
Emergency warning flashers38
Emissions systems130
Engine - specifications144, 145
Engine - starting87, 88
Engine air filter132
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Headlight bulbs - replacing120
Headlight wiper blades - replacing140
Headlights34
Heated front seats38
Heated rear window38
Heated sideview mirrors38
Heating48-51
Hoisting the car133
Holder for grocery bags67
Home Safe System76
HomeLink®167-169
Hood - opening134
I
Ignition switch35
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)76, 87
Indicator lights28, 29
Inflatable curtain (IC)9
Instrument illumination34
Instrument panel27
Instruments26
Integrated booster cushion12
Interior Air Quality system51
Interior features - overview24
Interior lighting74
J
Jack72
, 112
Jump starting103
K
Key - removing from ignition switch87
Keyless entry system77, 78
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries78
Keylock87
Keys76
Kickdown91, 92
L
Label information142
License plate lights - replacing124
Lifting the car133
Lights - accessory31
Load carriers97
Locking and unlocking the car76
Locking steering wheel35
Long distance trip105
Long loads57
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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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