
Press button B to open the storage space in the center console for cassettes, accessory coin holder, etc.
Secure long loads with the seat belt
Carry long loads
The center backrest cushion folds forward, allowing you to transport long, light cargo such as skis in the trunk of your
car. To lower the backrest:
Pull the right release control handle in the trunk to release the backrest (see page 58).
From the rear seat, fold down the right section of the backrest slightly*.
Release the flap by pushing the catch (located on the rear side of the backrest) upward and pulling the flap forward.
Return the backrest to the upright position.
* If your car is equipped with the optional integrated child booster cushion, this cushion must be folded down before
you fold down the backrest (see page 15
).
pg. 59 Spare tire, Cargo net in trunk
Spare tire
The spare tire, jack and tool bag are located under the floor of the trunk. To access the spare tire:
· Raise the rear edge of the trunk floor and fold it back toward the rear seat backrest.
· Lift out the trunk floor support (certain models) from the spare tire securing bracket.
· Release the strap to lift out the jack and tool bag.
· Unscrew the securing bracket and lift out the spare tire.
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Opening the trunk from the inside - (U.S. models only)
The S80 is equipped with a florescent handle on the inside of the trunk lid, which can be used in an emergency
situation to open the trunk from the inside.
Pull the handle down to release the trunk lid.
After use, the handle must be pushed back into its original position before the trunk can be closed.
NOTE: This handle is not intended to be used to anchor the trunk lid when long loads are being transported.
WARNING!
Keep vehicle doors and trunk locked and keep keys out of a child's reach. Unsupervised children could lock
themselves in an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.
On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people to these
high temperatures for even a short period of time can cause heat-related injury or death. Small children are
particularly at risk.
pg. 66 Locking and unlocking the car
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 trunk and set the
alarm.
The lock buttons on all doors can be used in the same way.
Trunk lock button*
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If you select the (MAN)ual position while driving, the gear that was being used in the (D)rive position will also
initially be selected in (MAN)ual position.
Move the gear selector forward (toward "+") to shift to a higher gear or rearward (toward "-") to shift to a lower
gear.
If you hold the gear selector toward "-", the transmission will downshift one gear , and will utilize the braking power
of the engine. If the current speed is too high for using a lower gear, the downshift will not occur until the speed has
decreased enough to allow the lower gear to be used.
If you slow down to a very low speed, the transmission will automatically shift down.
When starting in the (MAN)ual position, 3rd gear is the highest gear that may be selected.
NOTE: Kickdown (see previous page) does not function when the transmission is in the manual shift (geartronic)
mode. The gear selector must be in D (Drive) position.
* Models with a 5-cylinder turbo engine have a 5-speed transmission. Fifth gear also has the lock-up function.
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. The position of this button
may vary slightly on certain models.
An LED in the button will light up to indicate that W is engaged and this will also be displayed in the instrument
panel (see page 27
).
This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads.
pg. 82 Four -C active chassis system
Four-C (option)
Your car can be optionally equipped with the Four-C (Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept) system.
This system is based on a number of sensors that continuously monitor factors such as the car's lateral and vertical
movements, speed, and movements of the wheels. The sensors receive data up to 500 times per second, which is used
to provide extremely fast and precise adjustment of each shock absorber. The system adjusts the stiffness of the shock
absorbers approximately 100 times per second.
The button in the center console (see the illustration on page 31
) can be used at any time to switch between the two
driving modes: Comfort or Sport.
The system then adjusts the stiffness of the shock absorbers accordingly, for example when the type of road changes,
or if the driver wishes to change driving style. This adjustment takes place instantaneously.
Comfort
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The Comfort mode chassis setting offers the greatest amount of shock absorption and the softest ride. This mode is
recommended for long-distance driving, or when driving in slippery conditions.
If Comfort mode was selected when the engine was switched off, this mode will be active when the engine is restarted.
Sport
An indicator lamp in the button will come on when this mode has been activated.
In Sport mode, shock absorption is stiffer to reduce the car's body sway during cornering and to provide more
immediate steering response.
If this setting was selected when the engine was switched off, Sport mode will be active when the engine is restarted.
pg. 83 Front/rear park assist (option/accessory)
A - front (accessory as available), B - rear (option)
Front/rear park assist
The park assist system(s) are designed to assist you when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc. They utilize
ultrasound sensors located in the bumpers to measure the distance to a vehicle or other object, or a person who may be
close to the front or rear of the vehicle.
When is park assist active?
Front: the system is active from the time the engine is started until the car exceeds a speed of approximately 10 mph
(15 km/h).
Rear: when the engine is running and reverse gear is selected.
NOTE:
· If the vehicle is equipped with front and rear park assist, both systems will either be activated or deactivated together.
They cannot be used separately.
· The indicator light in the button (see the illustration on page 31
) will light up to indicate that park assist system(s) are
activated.
When park assist is actively working:
1. The audio system's volume will be reduced.
2. An intermittent signal will be audible from the speakers to indicate that you are approaching a person, object,
parked vehicle, etc.
The signals begin when the distance between the bumper and the object is:
Rear: approximately 5 feet (1.5 meters)
Front: approximately 2.5 ft (0.8 meters)
3. At a distance of approximately 1 foot (30 cm), the signal will become constant.
Deactivating the system(s)
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Chapter 9 - Specifications
pg. 143 Specifications
Label information144
Dimensions and weights145
Engine specifications146
Oil/fluid specifications and volumes147
Fuel system, distributor ignition system, suspension148
Electrical system149
On Call Roadside Assistance150
pg. 144 Label information
1 Vehicle Emission Control Information
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the
underside of the hood. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
2 Vacuum hose routing
(underside of hood)
3 Loads and Tire Pressures
(on inside of fuel filler door): Canadian models only.
4 Model plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, etc. The plate is located in the engine
compartment, on the inside of the left front fender.
5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) *
The VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The VIN is also stamped on the right hand door
pillar.
6 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS)
standards (Canada )
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the facing
side of the driver's door. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
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serious accidents, etc.
pg. 160 Radio functions HU-650/HU-850
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 select a station format:
1. Select radio mode using the FM button, or by turning the SOURCE knob.
2. Press the SOURCE knob, select PTY and press SOURCE.
3. Turn the SOURCE knob, select a station format from the list and press SOURCE to confirm the selected station
format. The PTY (station format) of the selected station is now shown in the display.
NOTE: Not all RBDS radio stations have PTY designations.
Deactivate:
1. Select radio mode using the FM button and press the SOURCE knob.
2. Turn the SOURCE knob, select PTY and press SOURCE.
3. Turn the SOURCE knob, select PTY OFF and press SOURCE.
4. Press EXIT.
The PTY symbol in the display turns off and the radio returns to normal.
Program type Display text
Off PTY OFF
News NEWS
Current affairs AFFAIRS
Information INFO
Sports SPORT
Education EDUCATION
Drama DRAMA
Art and culture CULTURE
Science SCIENCE
Entertainment VARIED
Pop music POP M
Rock music ROCK M
Easy listening EASY M
Light classics LIGHT M
Classical music CLASSICS
Other music OTHER M
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