2006 VOLVO C70 sensor

Windshield wipers off
The windshield wipers are off when the lever is in position 0
Manual wiper function
From position 0, move the lever upward. The windshield wipers will sweep one stroke at a time for as long as
the lever is held up.
Intermittent wiper function
With the lever in this position, you can set the wiper interval by moving the thumb wheel (C) upward to
increase wiper speed or downward to decrease the speed.
Continuous wiper function
The wipers operate at "normal" speed.
High speed wiper function.
A - Windshield washers
Pull the lever toward the steering wheel and release it. The wipers will make 2-3 sweeps across the windshield after the
lever has been released. CAUTION! Use ample washer fluid when washing the windshield to avoid scratching the glass.
Headlight washers (certain models)
When the lever has been pulled, high pressure jets mounted in the bumper will spray the headlights.
The following applies to conserve washer fluid (see page 38
for information on the light switch positions):
Low/high beam headlights on
The headlights will be washed the first time the windshield is washed. Thereafter, the headlights will only be
washed once for every five times the windshield is washed within a 10-minute period.
Parking lights on
Optional Bi -Xenon headlights will be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed.
Normal halogen headlights will not be washed.
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Rain sensor
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B - Rain sensor (option)
The rain sensor automatically regulates windshield wiper speed according to the amount of water on the windshield.
The sensitivity of the rain sensor is adjusted by moving the thumb wheel (C in the illustration on the previous page) up
(the wipers will sweep the windshield more frequently) or down (the wipers will sweep the windshield less frequently).
On/Off
To activate the rain sensor:
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Put the windshield wiper lever in position 0.
3. Press button B (see the illustration on the previous page). The rain sensor symbol will appear in the lower display.
The rain sensor can be deactivated by:
Pressing button (B) with the ignition on. or
Moving the windshield wiper lever down. If the lever is moved up, the rain sensor function will remain activated.
CAUTION!
The rain sensor should be deactivated when washing the car in an automatic car wash, etc. If the rain sensor function
is left on, the wipers will start inadvertently in the car wash and could be damaged.
The rain sensor is automatically deactivated:
When the key is removed from the ignition.
Five minutes after the ignition is switched off if the key is left in the ignition.
C - Thumb wheel
The thumb wheel is used to set the wiper interval when intermittent wiping is selected, or the sensitivity to the amount
of rain on the windshield when the rain sensor is selected. Move the wheel upward or downward to increase/decrease
wiper speed when the intermittent function is selected, or to increase/decrease the optional rain sensor's sensitivity
when the this function is activated.
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Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers
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Lightly pull up the front edge of any of the buttons (A or B) to the first detent ("stop") to close a window to the
position of your choice.
Pull up the front part of one or both buttons A as far as possible and release to automatically close the front
window(s) completely.
All windows
Button C can be used to open or close all of the windows at the same time.
Briefly press the right side of the button to automatically open all of the windows.
Press and hold down the left side of the button to close all of the windows.
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Mirrors
Rearview mirror
Auto-dim function
A sensor at the lower edge of the mirror reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare.
Rearview mirror with compass (option)
The upper right-hand corner of the rearview mirror has an integrated display that shows the compass direction toward
which the car is pointing. Eight different directions can be displayed: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The display
shows your car's orientation with respect to true north.
Calibrating the compass
The compass may need to be calibrated in certain cases. If calibration is required, the character C appears in the
mirror's display.
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Display
The display above the climate control panel shows the climate settings that have been made.
Personal settings
There are two functions in the climate system that can be set to your preferences:
Blower speed in Auto mode.
Timer controlled recirculation of the air in the passenger compartment. For information about how to make these
settings, see the Personal settings section on page 52
.
Climate system sensors
The sunlight sensor on the upper side of the dashboard and the passenger compartment temperature sensor, located
behind the climate system control panel, should not be obstructed.
Acceleration
The air conditioning system is temporarily switched off during full throttle acceleration.
pg. 59 Climate
Air vents
Air vents in the dashboard
A. Open
B. Closed
C. Horizontal air flow
D. Vertical air flow
Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to defrost.
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Electronic climate control (ECC)
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Temporarily disabling the double locking function
If a person or pet is to remain in the car when the top is down and the car has been locked using the remote, the double
locking feature can be temporarily disabled.
Turn the ignition key to position II and then back to position 0.
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. A text message will also be displayed.
NOTE:
This procedure also disables the alarm system's accessory inclination and movement sensors. These sensors are
automatically reconnected to the alarm system the next time the car is unlocked and then locked again.
The double locking function will be automatically enabled the next time the car is locked with the remote while the
power retractable hard top is open.
Disabling the double locking function and accessory alarm sensors does not disarm the car's standard alarm.
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Remote control battery
Weak battery in the remote control
When the battery begins to lose its charge, the Information symbol in the instrument panel (see page 33
) lights up and
REMOTE BATTERY LOW VOLTAGE is shown in the information display.
Replacing the battery in the remote control
If the range of the transmitter is noticeably reduced, this indicates that the battery (type CR 2032, 3V) is weak and
should be replaced. To replace the battery:
Remove the key blade.
Place the remote control with the keypad downward. Remove the screw (1) using a small slotted screwdriver.
Remove the cover.
Note how the + and - sides of the battery are positioned on the inside of the cover. The plus side of the new battery
(marked on the battery) must face downward.
CAUTION!
When replacing the battery, avoid touching the electrical circuitry in the other half of the remote control.
Pry out (2) and replace the battery. Avoid touching the battery and its contact surfaces with your fingers.
Press the cover back into place and tighten the screw.
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The doors cannot be opened by pulling up the lock button.
If both doors are closed when a lock button is pressed, the alarm will not be armed.
Each door can also be locked manually using the lock button on that particular door. This applies only if the car has
not been locked from the outside.
The doors can also be unlocked (and the door opened) by pulling the handle in the door twice.
Locking the doors when leaving the vehicle
The lock switches in the doors can also be used for locking all doors when leaving the vehicle. However, please be
aware of the following:
If one or more of the doors is open and the key is not in the ignition when the button is pressed, the doors will lock
automatically when they are closed. This will also arm the alarm.
If the key is in the ignition and one of the doors is open, the vehicle cannot be locked using the buttons on the
doors.
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Alarm
The alarm system
The alarm is automatically armed whenever the car is locked with the remote control, or if a front lock button is
depressed.
When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will trigger the
alarm:
The hood, trunk, or a door is forced open.
The ignition switch is tampered with
An attempt is made to start the car with a non-approved key (a key not coded to the car's ignition).
If there is movement in the passenger compartment (if the car is equipped with the optional movement sensor).
The car is lifted or towed (if the car is equipped with the optional inclination sensor)
The battery is disconnected (while the alarm is armed).
The siren is disconnected when the alarm is disarmed.
NOTE: The alarm system functions in the same way, regardless of whether the power retractable hard top is raised or
lowered.
The alarm indicator light
The status of the alarm system is indicated by the indicator light on at the top of the dashboard (see illustration):
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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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Important
The accessory sensors are automatically reconnected to the alarm system the next time the vehicle is unlocked and
then locked again.
This function will not turn off the vehicle's standard alarm.
U,S.A. FCC ID: MAYDA 5823(3)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Canada IC: 4405A-DA 5823(3)
Movement sensor DA5823 by Dynex Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
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