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Indicator light off - the alarm is not armed
The indicator light flashes every two seconds - the alarm is armed
The indicator light flashes rapidly before the ignition is switched on - the alarm has been triggered. The message
"ALARM TRIGGERED, CHECK CAR" will also be displayed.
Fault in the alarm system : If a fault has been detected in the alarm system, a message will be shown in the
information display. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician to have the alarm system inspected and
repaired if necessary.
Arming the alarm
Press the LOCK button on the remote control, or press the central lock button on one of the doors with the door open.
One long flash of the turn signals will confirm that the alarm is armed.
Disarming the alarm
Press the UNLOCK button on the remote control or insert the key in the ignition to disarm the alarm. Two short
flashes from the car's direction indicators confirm that the alarm has been deactivated and that all doors are unlocked.
Turning off (stopping) the alarm
If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote control or by inserting the
key in the ignition switch.
Audible/visual alarm signal
An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren. The alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds.
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Alarm
The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for approximately 5
minutes.
Temporarily turning off the accessory alarm sensor(s)
In certain situations it may be desirable to turn off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for
example, you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or if a pet is left in
the vehicle with the doors locked.
Turn the ignition key to position II and then back to position 0 and remove it from the ignition switch.
Press the button (1). The LED in the button will remain on for one minute after the key has been removed from the
ignition switch or until the car is locked.
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Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If
contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately with water. Obtain medical help immediately if eyes are affected.
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Bulbs
Bulbs used in the car1. Low beam headlight 55W H11
2. Bi -Xenon headlight (option) 35W D2S
3. High beam headlight 55W HB3
4. Brake light, Rear fog light P21/W5
5. Turn signal, front/ rear (amber bulb) PY21W
6. Tail lights, Parking light, Side marker light P21/W5
7. Footwell lighting, cargo compartment light W5W
8. Vanity mirror 1,2W
9. License plate lighting,
Parking light in headlight housing
Side turn signal (amber bulb) W5W
10. Front fog light (option) 55W H11
NOTE:
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers vaporize in the heat and will
leave a deposit on the reflector, which will damage it.
The optional Bi -Xenon headlight bulbs contain trace amounts of mercury. These bulbs should always be disposed
of by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
Certain bulbs not listed here should only be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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Replacing front bulbs
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Removing the headlight housing
The entire headlight housing must be lifted out when replacing the high/low beam, parking light, turn signal, and side
marker bulbs. To lift out the housing:
Remove the key from the ignition and turn the headlight switch to position 0.
Open the hood.
Pull up the headlight housing's retaining pin (1)
Pull the headlight housing to one side and then forward (2).
Disconnect the wiring connector.
Lift out the headlight housing and place it on a soft surface to avoid scratching the lens.
After the defective bulb has been replaced, reinsert the housing in the reverse order. Check that the retaining pin is
correctly inserted.
WARNING!
Bi -Xenon headlights (option) - due to the high voltage used by these headlights, these bulbs should only be replaced
by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
Low beam bulb
Open the hood.
Remove the headlight housing.
Press the retaining clamps to the sides.
Release the bulb's retaining spring by pressing it to the right, and then moving it outward and downward.
Pull out the bulb.
Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb. Installing a new bulb.
Insert the new bulb. It can only be installed in one position.
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Parking light bulb
Pull out the bulb holder with a pair of pliers. The bulb holder should not be pulled out by the wire.
Replace the bulb.
Press the bulb holder back into place. It can only be installed in one position.
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Replacing front bulbs
Turn signal
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
Remove the bulb from the holder by pressing it in and twisting it counterclockwise.
Insert a new bulb and reinstall the bulb holder in the headlight housing.
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Removing the tail light bulb holder
All bulbs in the tail light cluster can be replaced from the trunk. To access the bulb holder:
Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0.
Remove the covers in the left/right panels as shown above to access the bulbs.
Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb holder.
Press the catches together and pull out the bulb holder.
Replace the defective bulb.
Press the wiring connector back into position.
Press the bulb holder into place and reinstall the cover.
Location of tail light bulbs
1. Brake light
2. Parking light
3. Fog light (driver's side only)
4. Turn signal
5. Back-up light
NOTE: If the message indicating a burned out bulb remains in the information display after the bulb has been
replaced, consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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you are not familiar with radio stations or their frequencies.
To use the AUTO function:
Select a waveband using the AM/FM button (1).
Start the search by pressing AUTO until AUTO STORING appears in the display.
When the search is completed, AUTO STORING will no longer be displayed. If there are no stations with sufficient
signal strength, NO AST FOUND is displayed.
The auto-stored stations can be selected using the preset buttons (2).
Press EXIT (6) to terminate the automatic storing function.
When the radio is in auto-store mode, AUTO is shown in the display. AUTO disappears when you return to normal
radio mode, which can be done by briefly pressing AM/FM (1), EXIT (6), or AUTO (7).
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Radio functions
To return to the Auto-store mode, press the AUTO button briefly and select a stored station by pressing one of the
preset buttons (2).
Saving auto-stored stations in the preset memory
An auto-stored station can be saved in the memory for manually preset stations.
Press AUTO (7) briefly.
Auto is displayed.
Press one of the preset buttons (2) under which the station is to be stored. Hold down the button until STATION
STORED is displayed .
The radio will then exit auto-store mode and the stored station can be selected by pressing the preset button.
Scanning
SCAN (4) automatically searches through the selected waveband for strong AM or FM stations. When the radio finds a
station, that station will be played for approximately 8 seconds, after which scanning resumes.
Activating/deactivating SCAN
Select radio mode using the AM/FM button (2).
Press SCAN to activate the function. SCAN is shown in the display.
Press the SCAN or EXIT button to deactivate the scan function and listen to the selected station.
Storing a station found with SCAN
A station can be stored as a preset while the SCAN function is activated.
Press one of the preset buttons (2) under which the station is to be stored. Hold down the button until STATION
STORED is displayed .
The SCAN function will be deactivated and the station can be selected by pressing the preset button.
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.
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Trunk, limiting access to89
Trunk, opening from the inside91
Trunk, opening mechanically90
Turn signal bulb, replacing167
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading134
Unlock (personal settings)51
Unlocking the fuel filler door38
Unlocking the fuel filler door manually39
V
Valet locking89
Vanity mirror lighting, replacing169
Vehicle Event Data154
Vehicle Identification Number188
Vehicle loading133
Volvo and the environment2
Volvo Customer Care Center, contacting1, 16, 19
Volvo maintenance154
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance195
W
W Winter/Wet driving mode109
Warning flashers46
Warning symbol32, 33
Warranties154
Washer fluid159
Washing the car148
Waxing149
Weight distribution98
Weights189
Wheel nuts136
Wheels, changing138
Wheels, storing126
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)23
Wind blocker76
Windshield washer fluid159
Windshield wiper blades161
Windshield wipers44
Winter/Wet driving mode109
Wiper blades161
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