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Front courtesy lights
These bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. We recommend that you let an authorized Volvo retailer
replace these bulbs if necessary.
pg. 127 Replacing bulbs
Rear reading lights
These bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. We recommend that you let an authorized Volvo retailer
replace these bulbs if necessary.
NOTE: Other bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. Let an authorized Volvo retailer replace these bulbs if
necessary.
pg. 128 Paint touch up
Paint touch-up
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish regularly - when
washing the car for instance. Touch-up if necessary.
Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive damage.
Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint.
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Spark plug gap: 0.028-0.032" (0.7-0.8 mm)
Tightening torque: 18.4 ft. lbs. (25 Nm) WARNING!
The ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautions must be followed to prevent injury.
Always turn the ignition off when:
Replacing ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
Do not touch any part of the ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in a shock and bodily
injury.
Front suspension
Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the support frame. Power-assisted
rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering column. The alignment specifications apply to an unladen car but include
fuel, coolant and spare wheel.
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 150 Electrical system
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors. Grounded on chassis.
Battery
Voltage: 12 Volt, capacity: 600 A/115 min reserve capacity.
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are disposed of
correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter.
Generator
Rated output: max. current: 140 A
Starter motor:
Output: 1.7 kW
Bulbs
Bulb US no. Power Socket
Headlights
- High beam HB3 60W -
- Low beam H7 55W -
Bi -Xenon headlights*
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(option)35W D2R
Front parking lights5W W2.1x9.5d
Front direction indicators (yellow) 21 W BAU 15d Front fog lights H1 55 W -
- V70R H3 55 W -
Rear direction indicators (yellow) 21W BAU 15 s Tail lights 67 5W BA 15 s
Brake lights 1156 21W BA 15 s
Backup lights 1156 21W BA 15 s
Rear fog light/rear parking lights 21/4W BA 15 s
License plate light - 5 W W 2.1x9.5d
Door step courtesy lights
Front - 5W SV 8.5
Cargo area lights - 5 W SV 8.5
Glove compartment light - 2 W BA 9s Vanity mirror light(s) - 12V 1.2W -Instrument lighting - 3 W W 2.1x9.5d
* Bi -Xenon headlight bulbs (option) contain trace amounts of mercury. These bulbs should always be disposed of by
an authorized Volvo retailer.
WARNING!
Bi -Xenon headlights (option) - due to the high voltage used by these headlights, these bulbs should only be replaced
by an authorized Volvo service technician.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 151 On Call Roadside Assistance
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance
Your new Volvo comes with a four-year On Call Roadside Assistance program. Additional information, features, and
benefits are described in a separate information package in your glove compartment.
If you have misplaced your package, dial:
In the U.S.A.
1-800-63-VOLVO (1-800-638-6586)
In Canada:
1-800-263-0475
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Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)14
Automatic transmission90, 91
- Cold starts91
- Geartronic92, 93
- Kickdown91, 92
- Sport mode93
Auxiliary socket31, 39
AWD
- general information94
- using snow chains111
B
Backrest (center) - 3-section rear seat64
Battery105, 150
Battery maintenance140, 141
- Replacing the battery141
- Ventilation hose141
Booster cushion12, 16
Brake failure warning light28
Brake fluid139
Brake system18
Bulbs (list)150
Bulbs - replacing122-127
C
Capacities (oils and fluids)143
, 148
Cargo compartment cover71
Cargo compartment lighting67
Cargo eyelets68
Cargo net69
Catalytic converters - three-way107
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 driving111
Changing wheels114, 115
Chassis settings (R-models)95
Child booster cushion12, 16
Child Restraint Anchorages15
Child safety11, 12, 14, 16
Child safety locks - rear doors82
Climate controls48-51
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Hazard warning flashers38
Head restraint (center) - 3-section rear seat64
Head restraint - center rear3
Headlight bulbs - replacing122
Headlight wiper blades - replacing142
Headlights34
Heated front seats38
Heated rear window38
Heated sideview mirrors38
Heating48-51
Hoisting the car135
Holder for grocery bags67
Home Safe System76
HomeLink®169-171
Hood - opening136
I
Ignition switch35, 36
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
, 114
Jump starting104
K
Key - removing from ignition switch87
Keyless entry system77, 78
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries78
Keylock87
Keys76
Kickdown91, 92
L
Label information144
License plate lights - replacing126
Lifting the car135
Lights - accessory31
Load carriers98
Locking and unlocking the car76
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Rear seat backrest66
Rear window - heated38
Rearview mirror41
Refrigerant47
Refueling86
Remote central locking system and sideview mirrors system41
Remote control - keyless entry system77
Remote control - Homelink® Universal Transceiver170
Remote keyless entry system77
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries78
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat57
Removing the seat cushion66
Replacing bulbs122-127
Replacing fuses118
Replacing wiper blades142
Road assistance151
Roadholding96
Roof load - maximum145
Roof racks98
S
Safety locks - child82
Seat belt maintenance17
Seat belts2, 3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning130
Seats - front56
Securing cargo68
Servicing135
Shiftlock87, 90, 92
Side direction indicator - replacing125
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)8
Sideview mirrors41
Sideview mirrors - heated38
Sideview mirrors - memory function41
Snow chains111
Snow tires111
Spare tire72, 112
Spark plugs134, 149
Specifications147
Speed -sensitive power steering96
Sport mode (automatic transmission)93
SRS6
SRS diagnostic system28
Stability Traction Control (STC)19, 31
Stain removal130
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Bulbs Power Socket US no.
Bulb Power Socket US no.1 60 W HB 3 -2 55 W H 7-
3 21 W BAU 15d - 4 21 W BA 15s 11565 55 W H 1-
6 5 W W2.1x9.5d 1157NA 7 21/4 W BA 15d8 5 W BA 15s 67
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