2003 VOLVO XC70 roof

2003 VOLVO XC70
l Switch off the ignition.
l Unscrew the cover over the battery. Wait at least 10 minutes after switching off the ignition before
disconnecting the battery so that all information in the car's electrica\
l system can be stored in the control
modules.
l Disconnect the negative (ground) cable first.
l Disconnect the positive cable and pull the ventilation hose* from the ba\
ttery.
l Lift out the old battery and put a new battery into place.
l Connect the positive cable first.
l Connect the negative (ground) cable.
l Be sure that the ventilation hose* is securely connected to the battery \
and that the other end of the
hose is properly routed through the ventilation opening in the floor of \
the battery compartment.
l Reinstall the cover and screw it securely in place.
WARNING!
l Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
l Do not smoke near the battery.
l Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to cont\
act eyes, skin, fabrics or
painted surfaces. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately\
with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.
NOTE: After the battery has been disconnected or replaced, lock and unlock th\
e car with the central
locking system's remote control to reactivate such features as the power\
windows, sunroof, courtesy
lighting, etc. WARNING!
* Ventilation hose: The battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flammab\
le and explosive. The
battery is fitted with a ventilation hose which vents hydrogen gas out o\
f the battery
compartment through a ventilation opening in the bottom of this compartm\
ent. If the battery
must be replaced, it is essential that the ventilation hose is properly \
connected to the battery
and that it is routed through the ventilation opening provided (see ill\
ustration).
Be sure the ventilation hose is free of debris.
Only use replacement batteries equipped with a ventilation hose. Consult\
your Volvo retailer.


pg. 140 Replacing wiper blades
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2003 VOLVO XC70
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

pg. 143 Dimensions and weights
Dimensions
Length - 185.4 in. (471 cm), XC70 -186.2 (473 cm)
Width - 71 in. (180 cm), XC70 - 73.2 in. (186 cm)
Height - 57.5 in. (147 cm), V70 AWD - 58.7 in. (149 cm), XC70 - 61.5\
in. 156 cm)
Wheelbase - 108.5 in. (276 cm), XC70 - 108.8 in. (276 cm)
Track, front - 61.5 in. (156 cm), XC70 - 63.4 in. (161 cm)
Track, rear - 61.4 in. (156 cm), XC70 - 60.9 in. (155 cm)
Turning circle (between curbs) - 35.8-39 ft. (10.9-11.9 m)
Cargo capacity - 17.1 cu. ft. (0.48 m
3 ) 1
- 26.3 cu. ft. (0.74 m
3 ) 2
- 58.0 cu. ft. (1.64 m
3 ) 3
USA Canada
Max roof load 220 lbs 100 kg
Max trailer weight (w/o
brakes) 1100 lbs
500 kg
Max trailer weight*
- (with brakes, 2" ball) 3300
lbs 1500 kg
- (with brakes, 1 7/8" ball) 2000
lbs 900 kg
Max tongue weight * 165 lbs 75 kg
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehi\
cle, the total loaded weight
capacity of the vehicle must not be exceeded.
1) Rear seat backrest up, load height - upper edger of backrest
2) Rear seat backrest folded down, load height - upper edge of front se\
at backrests/lower edge of rear
window
3) Rear seat backrest folded down, load height - headlining (ceiling)\
Weights USA Canada
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Cruise control 33
Cup holder
59
Cup holder in the center console
60
D
Detachable trailer hitch - installing
102
Dimensions
143
Direction indicators
36
Distributor ignition system
147
Door step courtesy lights - replacing
123
Doors and locks
76
Drive belt
131
Driver's seat and remote keyless entry system
57
Driving economy
95
Driving mode indicator
27
Driving mode W
91, 93, 104
Driving with trunk open
96
E
Economical driving
95
Electric socket in cargo compartment
67
Electrical system
148
Electrical system - general information
96
Electrically operated front seats
56
Electrically operated sideview mirrors
41
Electrically operated sun roof
42
Electrically operated windows
40
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
19
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)
48 - 51
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
14
Emergency towing
99, 100
Emergency warning flashers
38
Emissions systems
130
Engine - specifications
144, 145
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Rear window - heated 38
Rearview mirror
41
Refrigerant
47
Refueling
86
Remote central locking system and sideview mirrors
system
41
Remote control - keyless entry system
77
Remote control - Homelink® Universal Transceiver
168
Remote keyless entry system
77
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries
78
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat
57
Removing the seat cushion
66
Replacing bulbs
120-125
Replacing fuses
116
Replacing wiper blades
140
Road assistance
149
Roadholding
95
Roof load - maximum
143
Roof racks
97
S
Safety locks - child
82
Seat belt maintenance
17
Seat belts
2, 3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning
128
Seats - front
56
Securing cargo
68
Servicing
133
Shiftlock
87, 90, 92
Side direction indicator - replacing
123
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)
8
Sideview mirrors
41
Sideview mirrors - heated
38
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Sideview mirrors - memory function 41
Snow chains
109
Snow tires
109
Spare tire
72, 110
Spark plugs
132, 147
Specifications
144
SRS
6
SRS diagnostic system
28
Stability Traction Control (STC)
19, 31
Stain removal
128
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)
76, 87
Starting the engine
87, 88
Steel grid
69
Steering wheel adjustment
35
Steering wheel lock
35
Stop and Store bag
64
Storage compartments
59
Storage in the glove compartment
60
Studded tires
109
Subwoofer
72, 166
Sun roof
42, 43
Supplemental Restraint System
4, 28
Suspension
147
Switches in center console
31
T
Tachometer
27
Tailgate - locking/unlocking
79
Tailgate wiper blade - replacing
140
Temperature gauge
27
Temporary spare tire
110
Text window
30
Three-way catalytic converters
106
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