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13 Fuel gauge
The fuel tank holds approximately 21.1 US gal. (80 liters).
When the warning light comes on there is approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining.
14 Indicator and warning lights
pg. 26 Indicator and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights described on pages 26 and 27 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
This lamp lights up red or yellow depending on the severity of the fault that has been detected.
Yellow light: Follow the instructions shown in the text window.
Red light: Stop the car as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in the text window.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the SRS diagnostic system has detected a fault. Drive to
an authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the system. See the SRS section for more information.
BRAKE
Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level
in the reservoir. See page 124
for reservoir position and instructions.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Park
Brake
Parking brake reminder light
This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the
front seats.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
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Valet security locking
The security locking feature of your car allow you to prevent unwanted access to your trunk and glove compartment,
while still allowing a parking attendant to unlock, start, and relock the rest of your car. To prevent unwanted access to
the trunk and glove compartment do the following:
Give your service key to the parking attendant.
Insert your master key into the glove compartment. Turn it 90 degrees clockwise and remove the key. The glove
compartment cannot be unlocked with the service key.
Insert your master key into the ignition and turn it to position II.
Press the trunk lock button in the center console. An LED and a message in the text window will show that the trunk
lock has be activated.
Turn off the car and remove the master key.
With the trunk lock activated, neither the service key nor the remote control will open the trunk.
The function can be turned off (deactivated) by turning the ignition key to position II and pressing the trunk lock
button again (the LED in the button will go out and VALET LOCK OFF" will be displayed in the text window).
* The position of this button may vary, depending on the specifications of your car.
pg. 65 Alarm
Alarm
The alarm is automatically armed whenever you lock your car.
When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will set off the
alarm:
The hood is forced opened.
The trunk is forced opened.
A door is forced opened.
The ignition switch is tampered with.
If there is movement in the passenger compartment (if the car is equipped with the optional movement sensor).
The car is lifted or towed (if the car is equipped with the optional inclination sensor).
The battery is disconnected (while the alarm is set).
Arming the alarm
Press the LOCK button on the remote control, lock the car using the key in the driver's door or press the central lock
button on one of the front doors with the door open. One long flash of the turn signals will confirm that the alarm is
armed.
Disarming the alarm
Press the UNLOCK button on the remote control or unlock the doors with the key.
Turning off (stopping) the alarm
If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote control or by unlocking the
driver's door with the key.
Visual alarm signal
The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for approximately 5
minutes.
Audible alarm signal
An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren. One alarm cycle lasts for 25 seconds.
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Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg. 101 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses102
Replacing bulbs106
Paint touch up113
Washing the car114
Cleaning the upholstery115
Maintenance service, Warranty116
Fuel/emissions systems117
Drive belt, Coolant118
Emissions maintenance119
Washer fluid, Hoisting the car120
Opening the hood, Engine compartment121
Engine oil122
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs124
Battery maintenance125
Replacing wiper blades127
pg. 102 Fuses

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pg. 106 Replacing bulbs
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 bulb:
Switch off the ignition.
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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Front direction indicator
Front direction indicators
Switch off the ignition.
Open the hood.
Press down the retaining catch with a screwdriver and pull out the lamp housing.
Press the retaining spring downward and pull the connector out of the lamp housing.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
Remove the defective bulb from the holder by first pressing it in slightly and then turning it counterclockwise.
Install a new bulb in the holder and reinsert the bulb and holder in the lamp housing.
Press the connector onto the bulb holder.
Switch on the ignition to test the bulb.
Press the lamp housing back into place on the fender. Be sure it seats properly.
pg. 108 Replacing bulbs
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Front courtesy lights - replacing..........112
Front fog lights..........32
Front fog lights - replacing ........109
Front reading lights..........54
Front seats - adjusting..........52
Front seats - heated..........37
Front suspension..........134
Fuel..........70, 133
Fuel filler cap..........72
Fuel filler door..........72
Fuel filler door - unlocking manually..........33
Fuel filter ..........119
Fuel gauge..........25
Fuel requirements..........70
Fuel system..........117, 119, 134
Fuel/emissions systems..........117
Fuses..........102 - 105
G
Gas cap..........72
Gasoline..........70
Gear indicator..........25
Geartronic (automatic transmission)..........76 - 77
Generator..........135
Generator warning light..........26
H
Hand brake..........38
Handling..........81
Hazard warning flashers..........37
Head restraint - center rear..........3
Head restraints, rear - folding..........29
Headlight bulbs - replacing..........106
Headlight wiper blades - replacing..........127
Headlights..........32
Heated front seats..........37
Heated rear window..........37
Heated sideview mirrors..........37
Heating..........45 - 49
Hoisting the car..........120
Home Safe System..........60
HomeLink® ........153-155
Hood - opening..........121
I
Ignition switch..........36
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)..........60,73
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Indicator lights..........26, 27
Inflatable curtain (IC)..........9
Instrument illumination..........32
Instrument panel..........25
Instruments..........24
Integrated booster cushion ........ 13
Interior Air Quality system .........49
Interior features - overview..........22
Interior lighting..........54
J
Jack..........57
, 98, 99
Jump starting..........88
K
Key - removing from ignition switch..........73
Keyless entry system..........61, 62
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries..........62
Keylock..........73
Keys..........60
Kickdown..........76
L
Label information..........130
License plate lights - replacing..........110
Lifting the car..........120
Lights - accessory..........297
Load carriers..........82
Locking and unlocking the car..........60
Locking steering wheel..........36
Long distance trip..........90
Long loads..........53, 58
M
Maintenance service..........116
Malfunction indicator lamp..........27
Manually unlocking the fuel filler door..........33
Memory function - front seats..........52
Mirrors..........40
Mirrors, sideview - memory function..........40
Moonroof..........41
O
Occupant safety..........11
Octane rating..........70
Odometer..........25
Oil - engine..........89, 122, 123, 133
Oil pressure warning light ........ 26
Opening the hood..........121
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