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7 General warning light (see page 28).
8 High beam indicator light
9 Tachometer
Indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm. Do not drive for long with the needle in the red section. The engine has an
built-in function preventing too high an engine speed. When this function operates, you may discern some pulsation,
which is normal.
10 Gear and driving mode indicator The currently selected driving mode is displayed here. If you use the Geartronic
function on the automatic transmission, the currently selected gear will be displayed.
11 Ambient temperature indicator
This display indicates the air temperature outside your car. A "snowflake" symbol in the text window is displayed
when the temperature is in the range of 23 - 36° F (-5 - +2° C).
Please note that this symbol does not indicate a fault with your car.
At low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient
temperature.
12 Clock/reset button
Turn the button to adjust the clock.
13 Fuel gauge
The fuel tank holds approximately 18.5 US gals (70 liters) or 19 US gals (72 liters) on models equipped with All
Wheel Drive.
When the warning light comes on there are approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining.
14 Indicator and warning lights
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The indicator and warning lights described on pages 28 and 29 should never stay on when driving*
When the ignition key is turned, all of the warning lights in the lower right-hand side of the instrument panel should
go on to test the function of the bulbs. If a light does not go off after the engine has started, the system indicated
should be inspected.
NOTE: The parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake has been fully released.
Warning lamp in the center of the instrument panel
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Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
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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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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.
Removing a defective bulb
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).
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Installing a new bulb
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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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 counterclockwise.
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.
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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!
Changing the bulb in the turn signals at the front corners
Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to position 0.
Pull out the bulb and its socket by twisting counterclockwise. Replace bulb.
Press the bulb and its socket back into place.
Check that the new bulb lights.
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Replacement of bulbs in backup light, rear parking lights and rear fog
lights
Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
Open the access panel.
Remove the sound insulation behind it.
Twist the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
Press the bulb inward, twist it counterclockwise and extract it.
Fit a new bulb.
Fit the bulb holder in place and twist it clockwise.
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Refit the sound insulation and put the access panel back in place.
Replacement of rear turn signal and brake light bulbs
Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
Using a screwdriver, carefully pry off the speaker grille.
Pull out the red tab in the speaker.
Then press on the black pin above the extracted red tab and twist out the speaker.
Twist the bulb holder counter-clockwise, and withdraw it.
Fit a new bulb.
Fit the bulb holder in place and twist it clockwise.
Refit the speaker and press in the red tab.
Press the speaker grille back into position.
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Front fog lights (option)
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CAUTION:
Avoid touching the glass on the bulb with your fingers.
Switch off all lights and turn the ignition key to position 0.
Turn the bulb holder slightly counterclockwise to release it.
Replace the bulb. The shape of the base of the bulb corresponds to the shape of the bulb holder.
Reinstall the bulb holder by turning it slightly clockwise. "TOP" on the holder should be upward.
Side direction indicator
Open the front door halfway.
From the inside of the fender, push the lamp housing out.
Turn the bulb holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull it out from the lens.
Remove the defective bulb by pulling it straight out.
Insert a new bulb.
Reinsert the bulb holder in the lens and press the entire unit back into place on the fender.
Door step courtesy lights
The door step courtesy lights are located under the dash on the driver's and passenger's sides.
To replace a bulb:
Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out the lens.
Replace the defective bulb.
Reinstall the lens.
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License plate lights
Switch off the ignition.
Loosen the screws with a Torx screwdriver.
Carefully pull out the lamp housing.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull it out.
Pull out the defective bulb and insert a new one.
Reinsert the bulb holder into the housing and turn it clockwise.
Reinstall the housing and screw it in place.
Vanity mirror lights
Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out the lens.
Pry out the defective bulb and replace it.
Carefully press the lower edge of lens onto the four tabs and press the upper edge of the lens into place.
Front courtesy lights
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