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A chime will sound if the key is left in the ignition and the driver's d\
oor is opened.
* The gear selector must be in the (P)ark position.
** Please be aware that leaving the key in this position will increase b\
attery drain.
Turn signals
1 Lane change position. In maneuvers such as lane changing, the driver can flash the turn signal\
s by
moving the turn signal lever to the first stop and holding it there. The\
lever will return to the neutral
position when released.
2 Signal lever engaged for normal turns.
3 High beam/low beam switch (headlights on).
Move the lever towards the steering wheel and release it.
Headlight flasher (headlights off).
Move the lever towards the steering wheel. The headlight high beam will \
be on until the lever is
released.
NOTE: If the turn signal indicator flashes faster than normal, check for a bur\
ned-out turn signal bulb.
pg. 37 Windshield/tailgate wipers/washers
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Replacing high/low beam headlight bulbs
The headlight bulbs must be replaced from the engine compartment.
CAUTION:
l Do not touch the glass on halogen bulbs with your fingers. Grease, oil o\
r any other impurities can be
carbonized onto the bulb and cause damage to the reflector.
l Be sure to use bulbs of the correct type and voltage.
Removing a defective bulb
To remove a defective low beam bulb:
l Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
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l Open the hood.
l Remove the plastic cover over the bulb (1) by turning it counterclockw\
ise.
l Remove the connector (2).
l Loosen the retaining spring (3) by first moving it to the right and th\
en moving it down, out of the way.
l Pull out the defective bulb. Note the position of the guide lug on the b\
ase of the bulb (4).
Installing a new bulb
To install a new low beam bulb (H7):
l Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass, with the guide lug upwa\
rd (1). The bulb will only seat
properly in this position.
l Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until it s\
eats properly (2).
l Press the connector into place on the bulb (3).
l 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 reas\
on (e.g., towing a trailer
for extended periods), this should be done by an authorized Volvo retai\
ler.
pg. 123 Replacing bulbs
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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 HB360W -
- Low beam H7 55W -
Bi-Xenon headlights*
(option) 35W
D2R
Front parking lights 5W 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 115621W BA 15 s
Backup lights 115621W 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 -
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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 h\
eadlights, 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 progra\
m. Additional information,
features, and benefits are described in a separate information package i\
n 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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Fuel tank cover 86
Fuel/emissions systems
132
Fuses
118-121
G
Gas cap
86
Gasoline
84
Gear indicator
27
Geartronic (automatic transmission)
92, 93
Generator
150
Generator warning light
28
H
Hand brake
39
Handgrip - XC70
55, 73
Handling
96
Hazard warning flashers
38
Head restraint (center) - 3-section rear seat
64
Head restraint - center rear
3
Headlight bulbs - replacing
122
Headlight wiper blades - replacing
142
Headlights
34
Heated front seats
38
Heated rear window
38
Heated sideview mirrors
38
Heating
48-51
Hoisting the car
135
Holder for grocery bags
67
Home Safe System
76
HomeLink®
169-171
Hood - opening
136
I
Ignition switch
35, 36
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)
76, 87
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