
pg. 40 Symbols on the left side of the instrument panel
Symbols on the left side of the instrument panel
Symbols - left side of instrument panel
1. Malfunction indicator light
As you drive, a computer called On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII) monitors your car's engine, transmission,
electrical and emission systems. The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the computer senses a condition that
potentially may need correcting. When this happens, please have your car checked by a Volvo retailer as soon as
possible.
A CHECK ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice a change in your car's behavior.
Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission controls, and driveability. Extended driving
without correcting the cause could even damage other components in your car.
Canadian models are equipped with this symbol .
2. Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will still
function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection. See page 113
for additional information.
Canadian models are equipped with this symbol .
3. Rear fog light
This symbol indicates that the rear fog light (located in the driver's side tail light cluster) is on.
4. Stability system STC or DSTC
This indicator symbol flashes when the STC (Stability and Traction control system) or the DSTC (Dynamic
Stability and Traction control system) is actively working to stabilize the car. See page 116
for more detailed
information.
5. Not in use
6. Fuel level warning light
When this light comes on, there are approximately 2.1 US gallons (8 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank.
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1. Headlights and parking lights
All lighting off.
Models with daytime running lights:
Low beam headlights will automatically come on if the ignition key is in position II. Front and rear parking lights
and license plate lights will also be on. Volvo recommends the use of daytime running lights. If, however, you would
prefer to have these lights turned off (USA only), please consult your Volvo retailer. Please note that the use of
daytime running lights is mandatory in Canada.
NOTE: Bi -Xenon headlights (option): Turn the headlight switch to position 0 to activate a daylight sensor, which
automatically switches the low beams on or off, depending on ambient light conditions. When driving in daylight, the
headlights will switch off and the daytime running lights will come on. In darkness, the daytime running lights will
switch off and the Bi -Xenon headlights will switch on.
Parking lights
When the switch is in this position, the front and rear parking lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel
lighting will be on. The parking lights should be switched off when you leave the car to help avoid battery drain.
High/low beam headlights
The headlights, front and rear parking lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lighting will be on if
the ignition key is in position II. If the headlight switch is in this position, all lights will go out when the ignition is
switched off.
NOTE: The headlight switch must be in position
before the high beams will function (this also applies on models
equipped with the optional Bi -Xenon headlights).
Switch from high to low beams and vice versa by pulling the turn signal switch lever on the left side of steering
column toward you.
2. Instrument panel lighting
Move the thumb wheel up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness.
There is also an instrument panel illumination sensor that automatically adjusts the level of illumination.
The background of the center console's display automatically becomes lighter or darker, depending on the amount of
ambient light.
3. Front fog lights (option)
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The front fog lights will only function with the ignition key in at least position II. These lights can only be used in
combination with the low beam headlights or the parking lights. These lights will be automatically switched off the
next time the car is started.
An LED in the switch indicates when the front fog lights are on.
4. Unlocking the fuel filler door
With the ignition switched off, press this button to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will
remain unlocked until the car begins to move
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forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door re-locks.
Manually releasing the fuel filler door
If it should be necessary, the fuel filler door can be opened manually from the inside the trunk.
To do so:
1. Move the cover panel to one side.
2. This exposes a handle, located near the fuel filler door locking mechanism.
Pull the handle rearward to release the fuel filler door.
5. Rear fog light
The single rear fog light is located in the driver's side tail light cluster. The ignition key must be in at least position II
for the rear fog light to function. This light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only
when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150
meters). An LED in the switch indicates when the rear fog light is on. The rear fog light will only function in
combination with the high/ low beam headlights or the optional front fog lights.
pg. 47 Left-side steering wheel lever
Turn signals, high/low beams, headlight flasher, exterior courtesy lights
Lane change position (1)
When changing lanes, the driver can flash the turn signals by moving the turn signal lever to the first stop and
releasing it. This will cause the turn signal to flash three times.
Position for normal turns (2)
NOTE: If the turn signal indicator flashes faster than normal, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb.
With the headlights on: high/low beams (3)
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This function can be used to shut out exhaust fumes, smoke, etc from the passenger compartment. The air in the
passenger compartment is then recirculated, i.e. no air from outside the car is taken into the car when this function is
activated.
If the air in the car recirculates for too long, there is a risk of condensation forming on the insides of the windows,
especially in winter.
Timer
The timer function minimizes the risk of fogging, or stale air when the recirculation
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function is selected. See page 62 for information on setting the recirculation timer.
4. Defroster
Directs airflow to the windshield and side windows and increases blower speed. The LED in the defroster button lights
up when this function is activated. The air conditioning system is controlled to provide maximum air dehumidification.
The air is not recirculated.
5. Airflow controls
Press one of the three buttons in the illustration to activate the selected airflow. A symbol in the display above the
climate control panel and a lit LED in the selected button indicate that the manual function has been selected. With
manually selected airflow both warm and cool air can be selected. See also the table on page 75.
6. Air conditioning On/Off
The air conditioning system is controlled automatically by the system when the ON LED is lit to maintain the selected
temperature. When OFF is selected and the OFF LED is lit, the air conditioning system is deactivated. Other functions
are still controlled automatically. When Defroster (4) is selected, the air conditioning system is activated for maximum
dehumidifying.
7 and 8. Heated front seats (option)
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Maximum heating: Press the button once - both LEDs light up.
Reduced heating: Press the button a second time one LED lights up.
Seat heating off: Press the button a third time - no LEDs are lit.
9. Rear window and door mirror defrosters
Press to defrost the rear window and door mirrors.
The rear window and door mirrors are defrosted simultaneously if the switch is pressed once. The function is active if
one LED is lit in the switch. The door mirrors are deactivated automatically after approximately 6 minutes. The rear
windscreen is deactivated after approximately 12 minutes.
10. Temperature selector
The temperatures on the driver's and passenger's sides can be set separately using the knob (with the thermometer in
it). The temperature can be set for both sides of the car when the ignition is switched on (both LEDs will be on), which
means that a temperature setting will apply to both sides of the car.
To set the temperature on one side of the car:
Press the knob once. The LED for one side of the car will light up. Turn the knob to adjust the temperature.
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Press the knob a second time to set the temperature on the opposite side of the car.
Press the knob a third time to set the temperature on both sides of the car at the same time.
NOTE: Selecting a temperature that is higher or lower than necessary will not heat or cool the passenger compartment
faster.
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Air distribution Use:
Defroster.
Air is not recirculated in this mode.
Air conditioning is always engaged.
There is a certain amount of airflow to the panel air
vents.Defrost/de-fog the windshield and front side
windows.
Air to windshield and front side windows. There is also a
certain amount of airflow to the dashboard air vents. Prevents fogging in cold or humid weather
(blower speed should be moderate to high)
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Floor mats104
Floor mats, cleaning142
Front airbags17
Front fog light, replacing158
Front fog lights (option)45
Front seats, manual adjustment78
Front seats, power79
Fuel filler cap2
Fuel filler door2, 102
Fuel gauge38
Fuel requirements101
Fuel system188
Fuel tank capacity102
Fuse box in the passenger compartment, accessing163
Fuses161
Fuses in the engine compartment162
Fuses in the passenger compartment164
G
Gasoline101
Geartronic (manual shifting)108
Generator189
Generator warning light41
Glossary of tire terminology129
Glove compartment83
Glove compartment, locking93
Grocery bag holder (option)86
H
Hazard warning flashers53
Head restraints, rear seat84
Headlight flasher47
Headlight housing, removing156
Headlight washers51
Headlights45
High beam bulb, replacing157
High beam indicator38
High beams47
High/low beam headlights45
Home safe lighting47, 62
Hood, opening148
I
Ignition switch106
Immobilizer88, 104
Indicator and warning symbols38
Inflatable Curtain26
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Panic alarm, central locking system remote control89
Parking assist115
Parking brake54
Parking light bulb, replacing157
Parking lights45
Passenger's side front airbag, disabling19
Personal settings61
PI (Program Information) seek175
Polishing141
Power door mirrors58
Power front seats79
Power moonroof59
Power steering fluid151
Power windows55
PremAir ®4
Program Information seek175
Program type, audio system175
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING153
R
Radio Broadcast Data System - RBDS175
Radio functions174
Radio station formats176
Radio text175
Rain sensor52
Reading lights, rear81
Rear fog light46
Rear park assist115
Rear reading lights81
Rear seat backrests, folding down84
Rear seat head restraints84
Rearview mirror57
Rearview mirror with compass (option)57
Refueling102
Remote control functions89
Remote control, battery replacement91
Remote controls, central locking system88
Removing a wheel136
Replacing fuses161
Reporting safety defects12
Restraint anchorages35
S
Safety defects, reporting12
Safety locks, child93
Safety system components, inspecting31
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