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fault. Drive to an authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the sy\
stem. See the SRS section for more
information.
Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open t\
he hood and check the brake
fluid level in the reservoir. See
page 134 for reservoir position and page 137 for instructions.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:


Oil pressure warning light
If the light comes on while driving, stop the car and then stop the engi\
ne immediately and check the
engine oil level. See
page 138. If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest\
authorized
Volvo retailer. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally w\
hen the engine is idling. This is
normal, provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.
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:


Generator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging sys\
tem checked.
* Rear fog light, if used, and trailer turn signal, if towing a trailer,\
will go on while driving.

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NOTE: Please be aware that if the tailgate is unlocked using the tailgate unlo\
ck button, opened, and
closed again, it will remain unlocked and the alarm will not be rearmed. Press the lock button on the
remote control to relock the tailgate and rearm the alarm.

Central locking buttons
Central locking buttons
These buttons (located on the both front door armrests) can be used to\
lock/unlock all doors and the
tailgate and set the alarm.
The rear passenger doors can also be locked and unlocked with the indivi\
dual lock buttons on each door.

pg. 80 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 se\
t off the alarm:
l The hood is forced open.
l The tailgate is forced open.
l A door is forced open.
l The ignition switch is tampered with.
l If there is movement in the passenger compartment (if the car is equipp\
ed with the optional movement
sensor).
l The car is lifted or towed (if the car is equipped with the optional in\
clination sensor).
l The battery is disconnected (while the alarm is armed).
Arming the alarm
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Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing


pg. 117 Maintenance/Servicing

Fuses 118
Replacing bulbs 122
Paint touch up 128
Washing the car 129
Cleaning the upholstery 130
Maintenance service, Warranty 131
Fuel/emissions systems 132
Drive belt, Coolant 133
Emissions maintenance 134
Washer fluid reservoir, Hoisting the
car 135
Opening the hood, Engine
compartment 136
Engine oil 137
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs 139
Battery maintenance 140
Replacing wiper blades 142

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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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To remove and install a high beam bulb (HB3):
l Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
l Open the hood.
l Remove the cover by twisting it counterclockwise.
l Twist the bulb holder counterclockwise, pull it out and fit a new bulb. \
Note its position.
l Refit the bulb holder. It can only be fitted in one way.
l Screw the cover back on. The word TOP should be upwards.
Replacement of front parking light bulb
l Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to position 0.
l Remove the low beam cover by twisting counterclockwise.
l Pull out the bulb and its socket. Replace bulb.
l Press the bulb and its socket back into place.
l Check that the new bulb lights.
l Screw the cover back into place, "TOP" should be upwards!
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If a two-post hoist is used to lift the car, the front and rear lift arm\
pads should be centered under the
reinforced lift plates on the inboard edge of the sill rail (see illust\
ration above).

pg. 136 Opening the hood, Engine compartment

Opening the hood
l Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the ho\
od lock.
l Lift the hood slightly.
l Press up the release control located under the front edge of the hood (\
at the center) and lift.
WARNING!
Check that the hood locks properly when
closed.

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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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Manual climate control with air conditioning 52-54
Manual transmission
89
Memory function - front seats
56
Mirrors
41
Mirrors, sideview - memory function
41
Moonroof
42
N
Net - cargo
69
Nylon cargo net
69
O
Occupant safety
17
Octane rating
84
Odometer
27
Oil - engine
105, 137, 138
Oil pressure warning light
28
Opening the hood
136
P
Paint touch-up
128
Panic function (alarm)
80
Parking brake
39
Parking brake reminder light
28
Parking lights
34
Passenger's seat backrest - folding
57
PCV system
134
Pen holder
61
Polishing
130
Power moonroof
42
Power seats
56
Power steering - speed sensitive
96
Power steering fluid
139
Power windows
40
R
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