2003 VOLVO XC90 auxiliary battery

2003 VOLVO XC90
Opening the tailgate
To open the upper section of the tailgate, pull the handle (A) downwar\
d.
To fold down the lower section of the tailgate, pull handle (B) upward\
.

12-volt socket at the rear of the center console
Auxiliary 12-volt sockets
These 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as\
cellular telephones, etc.
12-volt socket in the cargo compartment
Fold down the lid to use the socket.
NOTE!
l If the 12-volt sockets are used while the engine is not running, there i\
s a risk that the vehicle's battery
will be discharged.
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12-volt socket in the cargo compartment
l If the ignition is switched off and a device drawing more than 0.1A is c\
onnected to a socket, a battery
warning will be displayed in the text window.
l The covers should be kept on when the auxiliary sockets are not in use. \
l Maximum current from the sockets is 15A.
Ashtrays/cigarette lighter
The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters.
Ashtrays and lighters are available as accessories. Please contact your \
Volvo retailer.
pg. 40 Instruments and controls
Electrically operated windows
The electrically operated windows are controlled by buttons in the arm r\
ests.
l The ignition switch must be ON* (ignition key in position I, II or the \
engine running) for the
electrically operated windows to function.
l To lower: Press down the front edge of the button to the first detent (\
"stop").
l To raise: Lightly pull up the front edge of the button to the first dete\
nt ("stop").
* The electrically operated windows will also function after the ignitio\
n has been switched off as long as
neither of the front doors has been opened.
Auto up/down function (front doors only):
Either front door window can be opened or closed automatically.
Auto down: Press the front part of the button as far down as possible and release i\
t immediately. To
stop the window at any time, pull the button up.
Auto up: Pull the front part of the button up as far as possible and release it i\
mmediately. To stop the
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in place.
After the vehicle has been towed, the eyelet should be removed and retur\
ned to the tool bag. Press the
cover back into position.
Precautions when the vehicle is in tow
l The steering wheel must be unlocked. Turn the ignition key to position I\
or II.
l The gear selector must be in position N.
l Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not exceed the maximum allowable t\
owing speed.
l Maximum distance with front wheels on ground: 50 miles (80 km).
l While the vehicle is being towed, try to keep the tow rope taut at all t\
imes.
l The vehicle should only be towed in forward direction.
CAUTION
- Please check with state and local authorities before attempting this t\
ype of towing, as vehicles being
towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length \
and type of towing device,
lighting, etc.
- If the vehicle's battery is dead, do not attempt to start the vehicle \
by pushing or pulling it as this will
damage the three-way catalytic converter(s). The engine must be jump s\
tarted using an auxiliary
battery (see
page 102).
- If the vehicle is being towed on a flat bed truck, the towing eyelets \
must not be used to secure the
vehicle on the flat bed. Consult the tow truck operator.
WARNING!
- Remember that the power brakes and power steering will not function wh\
en engine is not running.
The braking and steering systems will function but the brake pedal press\
ure required is 3 - 4 times
above normal and greater steering effort must be exerted.
- The towing eyelets must not be used for pulling the vehicle out of a d\
itch or for any similar purpose
involving severe strain. Do not use the towing eyelets to pull the vehic\
le up onto a flat bed tow truck.
pg. 101 Starting and driving
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Follow these instructions to jump start your vehicle's dead battery or t\
o jump start another vehicle's dead
battery using your vehicle. Although your vehicle's battery is located u\
nder the floor of the cargo area,
jumper cables should be connected in the engine compartment, to the points shown in the illustrations.
If the 12-volt auxiliary battery to be used is in another vehicle, check\
that the vehicles are not touching
to prevent premature completion of a circuit. Be sure to follow jump sta\
rting instructions provided for
the other vehicle.
To jump start your vehicle:
l Switch off the ignition.
l First connect the auxiliary battery positive (+) terminal (1) to the\
positive (+) terminal in your
vehicle's engine compartment (2), located under a small black plastic \
cover attached to the fuse box
cover, marked with a "+" sign. Remove the cover on the main fuse box if \
necessary to access this
terminal.Then connect the auxiliary battery's negative (-) terminal (\
3) to the ground point in your
vehicle's engine compartment (4).
l Start the engine in the assisting vehicle, then start the engine in the \
vehicle with dead battery.
l After the engine has started, first remove the negative (-) terminal j\
umper cable. Then remove the
positive (+) terminal jumper cable.
WARNING!
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead \
compounds, chemicals known
to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash h\
ands after handling
WARNING!
- Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or to a\
ny moving parts. Avoid
touching hot manifolds.
Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
- Do not smoke near the battery.
- Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive.
- Battery fluid contains sulphuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to c\
ontact eyes, skin, fabrics or
painted surfaces. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately\
with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.
- Failure to follow the instructions for jump starting can lead to perso\
nal injury.
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Auxiliary 12-volt socket 39
Auxiliary lamps
29
Average speed
36
AWD
94
B
Bass
165
Battery
126, 133, 155
Battery - replacing
135
Battery drain - avoiding
90
Battery maintenance
134
Belt check
127
Blower (fan)
49
Booster cushion
17
Brake circuit
95
Brake system
26, 95
Bulbs
137, 156
C
Capacities
152
Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning
85
Catalytic converter
154
CD changer
177
Ceiling lighting
143
Center console - storage compartments
64
Central locking system - remote control
75
Changing coolant
127
Changing oil and oil filter
129
Check Engine warning light
27
Child restraint anchorages
18
Child safety
17
Child safety locks
79
Child seat (Isofix fasteners)
18
Climate control systems - general information
46
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