2004 VOLVO XC70 power steering

2004 VOLVO XC70
Power brakes function only when the engine is running
The power brakes utilize vacuum pressure which is only created when the \
engine is running. Never let
the vehicle roll to a stop with the engine switched off.
If the power brakes are not working, the brake pedal must be pressed app\
roximately four times harder
than usual to make up for the lack of power assistance. This can happen \
for example when towing your
vehicle or if the engine is switched off when the vehicle is rolling. Th\
e brake pedal feels harder than
usual.
Water on brake discs and brake pads affects braking
Driving in rain and slush or passing through an automatic car wash can c\
ause water to collect on the
brake discs and pads. This will cause a delay in braking effect when the\
pedal is depressed. To avoid
such a delay when the brakes are needed, depress the pedal occasionally \
when driving through rain,
slush etc. This will remove the water from the brakes. Check that brake \
application feels normal. This
should also be done after washing or starting in very damp or cold weath\
er.
Severe strain on the brake system
The brakes will be subject to severe strain when driving in mountains or\
hilly areas or towing. Vehicle
speed is usually slower, which means that the cooling of the brakes is l\
ess efficient than when driving on
level roads. To reduce the strain on the brakes, shift into a lower gear\
and let the engine help with the
braking. Do not forget that, if you are towing a trailer, the brakes wil\
l be subjected to a greater than
normal load.
pg. 19 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)


Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
If the warning lamp lights up there is a malfunction of the ABS system (\
the standard braking system will
however function) and the vehicle should be driven cautiously to a Volv\
o retailer for inspection. The
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps to improve vehicle control (stop\
ping and steering) during severe
braking conditions by limiting brake lockup. When the system "senses" im\
pending lockup, braking
pressure is automatically modulated in order to help prevent lockup, whi\
ch could lead to a skid.
The system performs a self-diagnostic test when the engine is started an\
d when the vehicle first
reaches a speed of approximately 12 mph (20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a
sound may be audible from the ABS control module. This is normal.
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Rear towing eyelet
Precautions when the car 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)
l Maximum distance with front wheels on ground: 50 miles (80 km).
l While the car is being towed, try to keep the tow rope taut at all times\
.
l Cars with an automatic transmission should only be towed in forward dire\
ction.
CAUTION:
l Please check with state and local authorities before attempting this typ\
e of towing, as vehicles being
towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length \
and type of towing device,
lighting, etc.
l If the car's battery is dead, do not attempt to start the vehicle by pus\
hing 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 104).
l If the car is being towed on a flat bed truck, the towing eyelets must n\
ot be used to secure the car on
the flat bed. Consult the tow truck operator.
WARNING!
l Remember that the power brakes and power steering will not function when\
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.
l The towing eyelets must not be used for pulling another vehicle out of a\
ditch or for any similar
purpose involving severe strain.
l Do not use the towing eyelets to pull the car up onto a flat bed tow tru\
ck.


pg. 101 Vehicle towing information

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VOLVO XC70
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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Location Amperage
1 Low beam headlights 15A
2 High beam headlights 20A
3 Power driver's seat 30A
4 Power passenger's seat 30A
5 Speed-dependent power steering, vacuum pump 15A
6 -
7 Heated seat - front left (option) 15A
8 Heated seat - front right (option) 15A
9 ABS/STC/DSTC 5A
10 Daytime running lights 10A
11 Daytime running lights 10A
12 Headlight wipers (certain models) 15A
13 Electric socket 12 V 15A
14 Power passenger's seat 5A
15 Audio system, VNS 5A
16 Audio system 20A
17 Audio amplifier 30A
18 Front fog lights 15A
19 VNS display 10A
20 -
21 Automatic transmission, shiftlock, extended D2 feed 10A
22 Direction indicators 20A
23 Headlight switch module, climate control system, onboard diagnostic c\
onnector,
steering wheel lever modules 5A
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charcoal canister to the engine's air intake system and into the combust\
ion process.
NOTE:
l Overfilling the fuel tank can cause damage to the evaporative control sy\
stem.
l If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running\
when the car is refueled, the
Malfunction Indicator Lamp may indicate a fault.
l During a transitional period, a small number of service stations may sti\
ll have fuel nozzles that are not
compatible with the fuel filler neck on cars equipped with the evaporati\
ve emission control system
mandated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California \
Air Resources Board. If you
experience difficulties in refueling your vehicle, please ask the gas st\
ation attendant for assistance.
CAUTION:
Fuel must not be siphoned from the fuel tank. This will damage the evapo\
rative control system.


pg. 133 Drive belt, Coolant
Belt check
Check the belt regularly to make sure it is in good condition and is cle\
an. A worn or dirty belt can cause
poor cooling and low alternator output as well as impair the operation o\
f the power steering and the air
conditioning unit.
NOTE: The drive belt is equipped with a self-tensioning mechanism and requires\
no adjustment
between changes.
WARNING!
The engine must not be running when this check is
performed.
Check coolant level
The cooling system must be filled with coolant and not leak to operate a\
t maximum efficiency. Check
the coolant level regularly. The level should be between the "MAX" and "\
MIN" marks on the expansion
tank. The check should be made with particular thoroughness when the eng\
ine is new or when the
cooling system has been drained.
Do not remove the filler cap other than for topping up with coolant. Fre\
quent removal may prevent
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Engine compartment
1 Expansion tank - coolant
2 Power steering fluid reservoir
3 Washer fluid reservoir
4 Dipstick - engine oil
5 Radiator/cooling fan
6 Oil filler cap - engine
7 Brake fluid reservoir
8 Relay/fuse box
9 Air cleaner
10 Battery (in the cargo compartment) WARNING!
The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes)\
after the engine has been
switched off.


pg. 137 Engine oil
Oil quality
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACE\
A A1, API SJ, SJ/CF and
SJ/Energy Conserving.
Your Volvo has been certified to standards using ILSAC oil specification\
GF-2 5W-30. Volvo
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If the red warning light in the instrument panel comes on and the text OIL LEVEL LOW/STOP
SAFELY-->STOP ENGINE-->SEE MANUAL is displayed, stop safely as soon as possible and add
oil (not more than 1.6 qts (1.5 liters). Check the oil level with the\
dipstick before restarting the engine. If
no oil level is visible on the dipstick, do not start the engine. Have t\
he car towed to an authorized Volvo
workshop.

pg. 139 Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs

Power steering fluid
The fluid level should always be between the MIN and MAX marks.
Fluid type: ATF
Replace: No fluid change required
NOTE: If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the car ha\
s no electrical current and
must be towed, it is still possible to steer the car. However, keep in m\
ind that greater effort will be
required to turn the steering wheel.
Brake fluid
The brake fluid should always be above the MIN mark on the side of the r\
eservoir. Check, without
removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.
Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F(280°C), P/N 9437433
Replace: Every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid shou\
ld be replaced once a year or
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard condi\
tions (mountain driving, etc.)
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Type: Positive pressure, closed system. The thermostat begins to open at 194 \
°F (90 °C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
Power steering fluid
ATF fluid
Volume: 0.95 US qts (0.9 liters)
Brake fluid
DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F(280°C), P/N 9437433
Volume: 0.64 US qts (0.6 liters)
Climate control system - refrigerant (R 134a)
Oil: PAG
Volume: 2.2 lbs (1,000 g) R134a
Fuel
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91)
Fuel tank volume:
Front wheel drive models:18.5 US gal. (70 liters)
All Wheel Drive models: 19 US gal. (72 liters)
V70R: 18 US gal. (68 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

pg. 149 Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension
Fuel system
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