
tire.
2. 65: The ratio of the tire's height to its  width.
3. R:  Radial tire.
4. 15: The diameter of the wheel rim (in inches).
5. 95:  The tire's load index. In this  example, a  load index of 95 equals a  maximum load of 1521 lbs (690 kg).
6. H:  The tire's speed rating, or the maximum speed at which  the tire is designed to be  driven for extended periods  of
time, carrying a  permissible load for the vehicle, and  with correct inflation pressure. For example, H indicates a  speed
rating of 130 mph (210 km/h).
NOTE:  This information may not appear on the tire because it is not required by law.
7. M+S  or  M/S =  Mud and  Snow, AT  =  All Terrain,  AS =  All Season
8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN):  This begins with the letters  "DOT" and  indicates that the tire meets
all federal standards. The next two numbers  or letters  are the plant code where  it was manufactured, the next two are
the tire size code and  the last four numbers  represent the week and  year the tire was built. For example, the numbers
317 mean the 31st week of 1997. After 2000 the numbers  go to four digits. For example, 2501 means the 25th week of
2001. The numbers  in between are marketing codes used at the manufacturer's discretion.  This information helps a  tire
manufacturer identify a  tire for safety recall purposes.
9. Tire Ply Composition  and Material Used:  Indicates the number of plies indicates or the number of layers of
rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and  sidewall. Tire manufacturers also must  indicate the ply materials in the tire
and  the sidewall, which  include  steel, nylon, polyester, and  others.
10. Maximum  Load: Indicates the maximum load in pounds and  kilograms that can be  carried by the tire. Refer to the
vehicle's tire information placard  or the safety certification label,  located on the B-Pillar or the driver's door or on the
inside of the fuel filler  door on Canadian models, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle.
11. Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature grades:  See  page 131
 for more information.
12. Maximum  permissible inflation pressure:  the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be  put in the tire.
This limit is set by the tire manufacturer.
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The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc.
Tire information placard:  A placard  showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes,  recommended inflation
pressure, and  the maximum weight the vehicle can carry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN):  A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire
brand and  manufacturing plant, tire size and  date of manufacturer.
Inflation pressure:  A measure of the amount of air in a  tire.
Standard  load: A class  of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a  maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for
Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond  this  pressure will not increase the tires load carrying capability.
Extra  load:  A class  of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a  heavier  maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar)
for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond  this  pressure will not increase the tires load carrying
capability.
kPa: Kilopascal, a  metric unit of air pressure.
PSI:  Pounds  per square inch, a  standard unit of air pressure.
B-pillar:  The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front  door.
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 Bead area of the tire: Area  of the tire next to the rim.
Sidewall of the tire: Area  between the bead area and  the tread.
Tread area of the tire:  Area  of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle.
Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a  tire or a  tire and  tube assembly upon which  the tire beads are seated.
Maximum  load rating:  a  figure indicating the maximum load in pounds and  kilograms that can be  carried by the
tire. This rating is established  by the tire manufacturer.
Maximum  permissible inflation pressure:  the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be  put in the tire.
This limit is set by the tire manufacturer.
Recommended tire inflation pressure:  inflation pressure, established  by Volvo, which  is based on the type of tires
that are mounted on a  vehicle at the factory. This inflation pressure is affected by the number of occupants in the car,
the amount of cargo, and  the speed at which  the vehicle will be  driven for a  prolonged period. This information can be
found on the tire inflation placard(s) located on the driver's side B-pillar or on the inside of the fuel filler  door on
Canadian models, and  in the tire inflation table  in this  chapter.
Cold tires:  The tires are considered to be  cold when they have the same temperature as the surrounding (ambient)
air. This temperature is normally reached after the car has been parked for at least 3 hours.
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Vehicle loading
Properly  loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance.
Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle's weight
ratings, with or without a  trailer, from  the vehicle's Federal/ Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS/CMVSS) label,  and  the vehicle's tire information placard:
Curb weight
The weight of the vehicle including a  full tank of fuel and  all standard equipment. It does not include  passengers,
cargo, or optional equipment.
Capacity weight
All weight added to the curb weight, including cargo and  optional equipment. When towing, trailer hitch tongue load
is also part of cargo weight.
NOTE:  For trailer towing information, please refer  to the section "Towing a  trailer" on page 120
.
Permissible  axle weight
The maximum allowable weight that can be  carried by a  single axle (front or rear).  These numbers  are shown on the
Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards  (FMVSS/CMVSS) label.  The total load on each axle must  never
exceed its  maximum permissible weight.
Gross vehicle  weight (GVW)
The vehicle's curb weight +  cargo +  passengers.
NOTE:
 The location of the various  labels in your vehicle can be  found on page 184.
 A table  listing  important weight limits for your vehicle can be  found on page 185.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
(1) Locate the statement ''the combined  weight of occupants and  cargo should never exceed XXX pounds'' on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined  weight of the driver and  passengers that will be  riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined  weight of the driver and  passengers from  XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and  luggage load capacity. For example, if the ''XXX''
amount equals 1400 lbs. and  there will be  five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and
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Plastic
 The plastic in the upholstery can be  cleaned with a  soft cloth and  mild soap solution.
Alcantera
TM suede-like material
 Suede -like upholstery can be  cleaned with a  soft cloth and  mild soap solution.
Leather care
Volvo's  leather upholstery is manufactured with a  protectant to repel soiling. Over time, sunlight, grease and  dirt can
break down the protection. Staining, cracking,  scuffing, and  fading can result.
Volvo offers an  easy-to-use, non-greasy leather care kit formulated to clean and  beautify your vehicle's leather, and  to
renew  the protective qualities of its  finish. The cleaner  removes dirt and  oil buildup. The light cream  protectant
restores a  barrier against soil  and  sunlight.
Volvo also offers a  special leather softener that should be  applied  after the cleaner  and  protectant. It leaves leather soft
and  smooth,  and  reduces friction  between leather and  other finishes in the vehicle.
Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and  conditioning your vehicle's leather two to four times a  year. Ask your
Volvo retailer about Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and  Leather Softener 943 7429.
CAUTION!
- Under no circumstances should gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agents be  used on the plastic or the leather
since these can cause damage.
- Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick  since the coloring can spread.
- Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding.
- Start from  the outside of the stain and  work toward the center.
-- Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in a  pocket) or Velcro fasteners on clothing may damage the textile upholstery.
Cleaning the seat belts
Clean only with lukewarm water and  a  mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor mats
The floor  mats should be  vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially during winter when they should be  taken out
for drying. Spots on textile mats can be  removed with a  mild detergent. For best protection in winter, Volvo
recommends the use of rubber floor  mats. Consult your Volvo retailer.
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Paint touch up
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a  habit to check the finish regularly - when
washing the vehicle 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.
Color  code
When ordering touch-up paint from  your Volvo retailer, make sure you have the right color. Use the paint code
indicated on the model plate.  The plate  is located on the passenger's  side center  door pillar.
Minor stone chips and scratches
Material:
 Primer - can
 Paint - touch-up pen
 Brush
 Masking tape
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Audio system On/Off
With the ignition key  in position I or higher, press the POWER button to switch the audio system on or off.
If the audio system is active when the ignition is switched off, it will reactivate  automatically  when the car is restarted.
Selecting a sound source
Use the CD and  AM/FM buttons  to select the sound source of your choice.
 Press the AM/FM button repeatedly to switch between FM1,  FM2  and  AM.
The selected sound source is shown in the display.
Volume control
Turn  the volume knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or lower the volume. The volume can also be
increased (+) or lowered (-) using the optional steering wheel keypad.
Pause mode
When the volume is turned all the way down, the CD player switches  to pause mode. Reactivate the player by turning
up the volume.
Volume control - ALARM
If a  CD is playing when the radio receives an  alarm bulletin (available  in certain areas only), the CD player enters
pause mode. The bulletin is broadcast at the volume selected for this  type of message.
After the bulletin has been completed, the audio system reverts to the originally selected sound source (radio or CD),
which  is played at the volume that was selected for that source.
If the bulletin volume is adjusted while the bulletin is being broadcast, this  new volume is saved and  used for
subsequent  bulletins.
Sound settings
1. Press SOUND.
2. Press the SOUND  button repeatedly until you come to the setting that you wish to change. Choose BASS,  TREBLE,
FADER, BALANCE, SUBWOOFER (option), CENTER or SURROUND
1.
3. Use the TUNING knob to adjust the level.  The display will show a  scale from  the min. to max. settings. The center
of this  scale is the default setting.
Display text Sound setting
BASS Bass
TREBLE Treble
BALANCE Balance between the speakers  on the left and  right sides of the car
FADER Balance between the front  and  rear speakers
SUBWOOFER Level for the optional subwoofer (bass speaker)
CENTER Setting for the center  speaker (Premium sound system only)
SURROUND Setting for surround sound (Premium sound system only)
1. The  Center and Surround functions are only  available on the Premium sound  system.
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NOTE:
 The settings for the center  speaker can only be  adjusted if Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II) or 3-channel stereo (3CH) is
selected in the menu.
 The level  for the subwoofer can only be  set if SUBWOOFER is activated in the menu.
 3-channel mode is recommended for AM/FM radio broadcasts.
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Dolby Surround Pro Logic II
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II together with a  center  speaker in the dashboard offers you a  sound experience very close
to a  live performance. The normal left-right stereo channels are divided to left-center -right. In addition, surround
sound is produced by the rear speakers.  This surround sound mirrors  the ambience of a  concert  hall. Dolby Surround
Pro Logic II functions in CD, AM, and  FM  modes.
NOTE:
 Dolby Surround Pro Logic II is only available on the Premium Sound system.
 Weak and/or distorted radio signals can cause static in Dolby Surround Pro Logic II mode. 3-channel mode is
recommended in such cases.
To select Dolby Surround Pro Logic II:
1. Press MENU.
2. Select  the menu for relevant sound source and  press ENTER.
3. Select  AUDIO SETTINGS from  the menu and  press ENTER.
4. Select  SURROUND  AM/FM or SURROUND  CD and  press ENTER.
5. Select  PRO  LOGIC II, 3 CHANNEL or OFF and  press ENTER The symbol  Dolby PL II is shown in the display if
Pro Logic II has been selected. 3 CH is shown in the display if 3 CHANNEL has been selected. OFF means the audio
system is in normal stereo mode.
 Dolby Surround Pro Logic II and  the Dolby icon are trademarks  of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Dolby Pro Logic II Surround System  is manufactured under license from  Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
Bass  speaker - SUBWOOFER
(accessory)
The subwoofer helps the system provide fuller sound and  deeper bass.
To switch the subwoofer on or off:
1. Press MENU.
2. Select  the menu for relevant sound source and  press ENTER.
3. Select  SUBWOOFER and  press ENTER. A check in the box in the display indicates that SUBWOOFER is
activated.
Equalizer Front/Rear
This function is used to fine-tune the sound from  the front  and  rear speakers.
NOTE: This function is only available on certain sound systems.
To adjust the equalizer settings:
1. Press MENU.
2. Select  the menu for the current sound source and  press ENTER.
3. Select  Audio settings in the menu and  press ENTER.
4. Select  Equalizer front/rear and  press ENTER.
5. Use the MENU  NAVIGATION control or the TUNING knob to set the level.
6. Use the MENU  NAVIGATION control to select the new frequency. Five frequencies can be  selected.
7. Press ENTER to save any  changes made and  to exit the menu. 
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8. Press EXIT to leave the menu without saving any  changes.
ASC  - speed compensated volume
The audio system's volume is adjusted automatically  according  to the speed of the vehicle. There are three settings
available (see e.g.  menu point 4.6), which  determine the level  of volume compensation:
 Low
 Medium*
 High
* Default setting.
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Station search
 Select  radio mode AM/FM1/FM2 using the AM/FM button.
 Briefly press the left or right arrow on the MENU  NAVIGATION control to search for the next strong station.
 Press one  of the arrows again to start a  new search.
Manual station search
There are two ways to manually tune a  radio station:
 Turn  the TUNING knob to obtain the desired frequency.
 Press the left or right arrow key  on the MENU  NAVIGATION control and  hold it down. The radio scans slowly in
the selected direction and  will increase the scanning speed after a  few seconds. Release the button when the desired
frequency appears in the display. The frequency can be  fine-tuned by short presses on the left/right arrow keys.
Storing stations
To store  a  selected station under one  of the station setting buttons  0-9:
1. Tune to the desired station.
2. Press the button under which  the station is to be  stored  and  keep it depressed.  The audio system sound will be
interrupted for a  few seconds and  STATION STORED will appear in the display. The station is now stored.
A total of 30 stations can be  stored; 10 stations each in AM, FM1  and  FM2.
Storing stations automatically - AUTOSTORE
This function automatically  searches  for and  stores up to ten strong AM or FM  stations in a  separate memory. If more
than ten stations are found, the ten strongest ones are stored.  This function is especially useful  in areas in which  you
are not familiar with radio stations or their frequencies.
To use the AUTO function:
1. Select  radio mode using the AM/FM button.
2. Start the search by pressing AUTO for more than 2 seconds.
3. AUTO STORING appears in the display and  a  number of stations with strong signals (max. 10) from  the selected
frequency band  will be  stored  in the auto-store  memory. If there are no stations with sufficient signal strength, NO
AST FOUND  is displayed.
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The stored  stations can be  found using the buttons  0-9.
When the radio is in auto-store  mode, AUTO is shown in the display. AUTO disappears when you return to the
normal radio mode. Return to the normal radio mode by pressing the AM/FM button, EXIT, or by briefly pressing the
AUTO button (for less than approx. 0.5 seconds).
To return to the Auto-store  mode, press the AUTO button briefly and  select a  stored  station by pressing one  of the
number keys (0-9)
Scanning  - SCAN
This function automatically  searches  for the next strong AM or FM  station signal. When the radio finds a  station,
scanning is interrupted for approximately 8 seconds, after which  it will continue  scanning.
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1. Select  radio mode using the AM/FM button.
2. Press SCAN (SCAN  is shown in the display).
3. Press the SCAN or EXIT button to stop the scan function and  listen to the selected station.
To start a  new station scanning, repeat  steps 1-3.
Radio Broadcast Data System - RBDS
This feature, which  may not be  available in your area, functions only with FM  broadcasts. The radio in your car is
equipped with an  advanced system allowing information from  broadcasters to be  transmitted visually, as text, together
with the audio signal. This information is then decoded by the radio and  made available for several new and  unique
features.
The RBDS or  Radio Broadcast Data System operates in the FM band only, and the information transmitted is
supplied exclusively by participating broadcasters. Volvo has no control over the accuracy of the data or
information.
Coverage by local  broadcasters may be  limited at this  time, but as the technology  and  benefits grow, you will find the
radio in your car is equipped to take advantage of this  system.
PI (Program Information) seek
When an  FM  station has been stored  as a  preset, the radio also stores RBDS program information if it is available.
When the preset is selected at a  later time, the radio tries to access updated program information. In weak signal areas,
there may be  a  delay before the station becomes audible.  During this  delay, there will be  no sound.
PI seek can be  interrupted by pressing EXIT.
Radio text
Certain  RBDS stations broadcast program information, which  can be  shown in the display.
To start this  function:
1. Select  FM1  or FM2  and  press the MENU  button.
2. Press ENTER.
3. Select  RADIOTEXT in the menu and  press ENTER.
To deactivate this  function, select RADIOTEXT again and  press ENTER.
Alarm
Alarms  bulletins  are transmitted automatically  by certain RBDS stations. The function cannot be  deactivated.
"Alarm!" is shown in the radio display when an  alarm message is sent. The function is used to warn motorists of
serious accidents, etc.
Program type/station format  - PTY
The PTY function allows you to find stations whose programs suit  your taste. Use the PTY function to select among
the different  station formats shown in the list.
To show the format of the current station:
1. Select  FM1  or FM2  and  press the MENU  button.
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3. Select  ADVANCED RADIO SETTINGS in the menu and  press ENTER.
4. Select  AF and  press ENTER.
To deactivate this  function, select AF and  press ENTER.
Resetting RBDS functions
This function restores all radio settings to the original factory settings.
1. Select  FM1  or FM2  and  press the MENU  button.
2. Press ENTER.
3. Select  ADVANCED RADIO SETTINGS in the menu and  press ENTER.
4. Select  RESET ALL  in the menu and  press ENTER.
5. Press ENTER again to confirm your selection.
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CD  player
Starting the CD  player
Start the CD player by pressing the CD button and  inserting a  disc in the player.
Changing tracks
Press the left or right arrow keys on the MENU  NAVIGATION control to skip to the previous  or next track.
NOTE: The track number is shown in the display. The TUNING knob or the arrow keys in the optional keypad in the
steering wheel can also be  used for this  purpose.
Fast forward/back
Press and  hold down the left or right arrows keys in the MENU  NAVIGATION control (or the corresponding keys on
the optional steering wheel keypad) to search within a  track or the whole  disc. The search continues for as long as the
buttons  are held in.
Random play
This function plays the tracks on a  CD in random order (shuffle).
1. Select  CD mode and  press the MENU  button.
2. Press ENTER.
3. Select  RANDOM  from  the menu and  press ENTER.
RND is shown in the display as long as the function is activated.
Select  RANDOM  again and  press ENTER, or press the EXIT button to stop random play.
Scan
This function plays the first 10 seconds of each track on the CD.
1. Press SCAN.
2. Press EXIT to stop the scan function and  listen to an  entire track.
CD  eject
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