Try to keep the fuel tank well filled - this prevents the formation of condensation in the tank. In addition, in
extremely cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to add fuel line de -icer before refueling.
The viscosity of the engine oil is important. Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves cold-weather starting as
well as decreasing fuel consumption while the engine is warming up. For winter use, 5W -30 oil, particularly the
synthetic type
1 , is recommended. Be sure to use good quality oil but do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving or in
warm weather. See page 187
for more information.
The load placed on the battery is greater during the winter since the windshield wipers, lighting, etc. are used more
often. Moreover, the capacity of the battery decreases as the temperature drops. In very cold weather, a poorly charged
battery can freeze and be damaged. It is therefore advisable to check the state of charge more frequently and spray an
anti-rust oil on the battery posts.
Volvo recommends the use of snow tires on all four wheels for winter driving - see the chapter "Wheels and tires."
To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from freezing, add washer solvents containing antifreeze (see page 148 for the
location of the washer fluid reservoir). This is important since dirt is often splashed on the windshield during winter
driving, requiring the frequent use of the washers and wipers. Volvo Washer Solvent should be diluted as follows:
Down to 14° F (-10° C): 1 part washer solvent and 4 parts water, Down to 5° F (-15° C): 1 part washer solvent and 3
parts water, Down to 0° F (-18° C): 1 part washer solvent and 2 parts water, Down to -18° F (-28° C): 1 part washer
solvent and 1 part water.
Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.
NOTE: Avoid using de -icing sprays as they can cause damage to the locks.
1. Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance intervals except at owner request and at
additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.
Conserving electrical current
Keep the following in mind to help minimize battery drain:
When the engine is not running, avoid turning the ignition key to position II. Many electrical systems (the audio
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system, the optional navigation system, power windows, etc) will function with the ignition key in position I. This
position reduces drain on the battery.
Please keep in mind that using systems, accessories, etc that consume a great deal of current when the engine is not
running could result in the battery being completely drained.
The optional 12 volt socket in the trunk provides electrical current even with the ignition switched off, which drains
the battery.
NOTE: If the ignition is switched on, a warning message will be displayed in the text window in the instrument panel
when the battery charge is low.
An energy conserving function designed into the vehicle's electrical system will switch off certain functions or reduce
the load on the battery by, e.g., reducing the audio system's volume.
W Winter/Wet driving mode- enhanced vehicle traction
Mode W will only function if the gear selector is in the (D)rive position.
Press the button at the base of the gear selector to engage/disengage this driving mode.
An LED in the button will light up to indicate that W is engaged.
This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads.
Before a long distance trip
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked at a Volvo retailer before driving long distances. Your retailer
will also be able to supply you with bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for your use in the event that problems
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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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Press the button (no. 16 in the illustration on page 169) to eject the disc.
NOTE: For reasons of traffic safety, the ejected CD must be removed within 12 seconds or it will be automatically
drawn back into the slot and the CD player will enter pause mode. Press the CD button to restart the disc.
Compact disc care
Before using a new CD for the first time, remove any burrs in the center/outer edge by running the stem of a pen or
similar object around the hole/edge of the disc.
Use CD standard EN 60908 discs only. Discs not meeting this standard may cause problems with system (poor
sound). CDR discs can cause listening problems due to the quality of the disc or recording equipment used.
Keep the discs clean. Wipe them with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth, working from the center outward. If necessary,
dampen the cloth with a neutral soap solution. Dry thoroughly before using.
Never use cleaning spray or antistatic liquid. Use only cleaners specifically made for CDs.
Use discs of the correct size only (3.5" discs should never be used).
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Do not put tape or labels on the disc itself. They could become stuck in the player.
Volvo does not recommend the use of plastic outer rings on the disc.
Condensation may occur on discs/optical components of the changer in cold winter weather. The disc can be dried
with a clean, lint-free cloth. Optical components in the CD changer may, however, take up to one hour to dry off.
Never attempt to play a disc which is damaged in any way.
When not in use, the discs should be stored in their covers. Avoid storing discs in excessive heat, direct sunlight or
dusty locations.
pg. 179 CD changer (certain audio systems only)
Starting the CD changer
The CD changer can hold up to six discs.
To use the CD changer:
1. Press the CD button.
2. Select an empty position using the 1-6 buttons or the up/down keys on the MENU NAVIGATION control. The
display shows which positions are empty.
3. Insert a disc into the changer.
Ensure that INSERT DISC is displayed before inserting a new disc.
Selecting a disc position (number)
Use the station setting buttons 1-6 to select the disc to be played, or use the up/down arrow keys on the MENU
NAVIGATION control. The number of the disc and the track being played are shown in the display.
Changing tracks
Press the right/left arrow keys on the MENU NAVIGATION control to skip to the next or previous track.
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Use CD standard EN 60908 discs only. Discs not meeting this standard may cause problems with system (poor
sound). CDR discs can cause listening problems due to the quality of the disc or recording equipment used.
Keep the discs clean. Wipe them with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth, working from the center outward. If necessary,
dampen the cloth with a neutral soap solution. Dry thoroughly before using.
Never use cleaning spray or antistatic liquid. Use only cleaners specifically made for CDs.
Use discs of the correct size only (3.5" discs should never be used).
Do not put tape or labels on the disc itself. They could become stuck in the player.
Volvo does not recommend the use of plastic outer rings on the disc.
Condensation may occur on discs/optical components of the changer in cold winter weather. The disc can be dried
with a clean, lint-free cloth. Optical components in the CD changer may, however, take up to one hour to dry off.
Never attempt to play a disc which is damaged in any way.
When not in use, the discs should be stored in their covers. Avoid storing discs in excessive heat, direct sunlight or
dusty locations.
pg. 181 Audio menu settings and selections
Audio menu settings and selections
NOTE:
All alternatives marked * can be selected or set to On or Off by navigating to the alternative in the menu and pressing
Enter.
FM1/FM2 menu
1. PTY
1.1. SELECT PTY
1.1.1. CLEAR ALL PTY
1.1.2. The available program types are listed here
1.2. SEARCH PTY
1.3. SHOW PTY ON/OFF (default)*
2. RADIOTEXT ON/OFF (default)*
3. ADVANCED RADIO SETTINGS
3.1. AF ON/OFF (default)*
3.2. RESET All
4. AUDIO SETTINGS
4.1. SURROUND AM/FM (Premium sound system only)
4.1.1. Dolby Pro Logic II*
4.1.2.3 Channel*
4.1.3. OFF (default)*
4.2. SURROUND CD
4.2.1. Dolby Pro Logic II (default)*
4.2.2.3 Channel*
4.2.3. OFF*
4.3. SUBWOOFER ON (default)/OFF* (accessory)
4.4. EQUALIZER FRONT (certain audio systems)
4.5. EQUALIZER REAR (certain audio systems)
4.6. Auto. volume control (speed compensated volume)
4.6.1. Low*
4.6.2. Medium (default)*
4.6.3. High*
4.7. RESET ALL
AM menu
1. 1. AUDIO SETTINGS
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