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pg. 5 Introduction
Contents
Instrument overview
Safety
Instruments and controls
Climate
Interior
Locks and alarm
Starting and driving
Wheels and tires
Vehicle care
Maintenance and servicing
Audio
Specifications
Index
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Chapter 1 - Instrument overview
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1. Steering wheel adjustment 46
2. Hood opener157
3. Controls in driver's door (see inset illustration below)
4. Left steering wheel lever40
5. Lighting panel, fuel filler door opener38
6. Door open handle, and locking button93
7. Lock indicator light93
8. Climate system air vent59
9. Side window air vent
10. Cruise control42
11. Horn, airbag14
12. Main instrument panel32
13. Audio controls176
14. Right steering wheel lever44
15. Ignition switch104
16. Rear-view mirror and optional compass49
17. Seat belt reminder13
18. Driver's side reading light77
19. Movement detector (option), alarm sensor95
20. Courtesy lighting switch77
21. Position for accessory switch
22. Passenger's side reading light77
23. Display for climate control, personal settings, and audio system51
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24. Controls for personal settings and audio system51 / 176
25. Controls for climate system60
26. Hazard warning flashers46
27. Door open handle, and locking button93
28. Glove compartment90
29. Gear selector, manual/107
29. Gear selector, automatic108
30. Parking brake47
31. 12-volt socket47
32. Switches for raising/lowering the power retractable hard top72
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1. All windows up/down 48
2. Power windows48
3. Door mirror button, driver's side50
4. Door mirror adjustment control50
5. Door mirror button, passenger's side50
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Control panel
A - Display
B - Menu button
C - Exit button
D - Enter button
E - Menu navigation controls
Personal settings can be made for some of the car's functions, such as the central locking system, climate control, and
the audio system. Please refer to page 185
for more information on the audio functions that can be adjusted. The
settings are presented in the display (A).
To access the menu and adjust settings:
1. Press MENU (B).
2. Scroll to "Car Settings" using the menu navigation control (E).
3. Press ENTER (D).
4. Select an alternative using the menu navigation control (E).
5. Confirm your selection by pressing ENTER.
To exit the menu:
Press EXIT (C).
Available settings
Lock confirmation light
When the car is locked/unlocked with the remote control, the direction indicators can be selected to flash to confirm
the action. The alternatives On/Off are available for both locking and unlocking.
Autolock
When the car starts to move, the doors and trunk can be locked automatically. The alternatives On/Off are available.
Unlock
There are two alternatives for unlocking:
1. Global (All doors) Unlocks all doors and the trunk with one press on the remote control.
2. Two Step (Two-stage unlocking) This alternative unlocks the driver's door with one press on the remote control. A
second press unlocks the passenger's door and the trunk.
Approach lighting
This alternative determines the length of time for which the car's lights will remain on when the Approach light button
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on the central locking system's remote control is pressed. Intervals of 30/60/90 seconds may be selected. See page 87
for more information.
Home safe lighting
This alternative determines the length of time for which the car's lights will remain on when the high beam lever on the
steering column is pulled toward the wheel with the ignition
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Personal settings
switched off. Intervals of 30/60/90 seconds may be selected. See page 40 for information on using this function.
Information
VIN number: The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is the car's unique identity number.
Number of Keys: The number of keys registered for the car is displayed here.
Climate functions
Blower speed in AUTO mode: The blower speed can be set to AUTO mode in models equipped with ECC. Choose
between "Low", "Normal" and "High".
Timer for recirculation: When the timer is active, the air recirculates in the car for 3-12 minutes depending on the
ambient temperature. Select On/Off depending on whether the recirculation timer is to be active or not.
Reset to factory settings
Use this alternative to return to the default climate system settings.
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Home Link® Universal Transceiver (option)
Introduction
HomeLink* is an advanced system that can be programmed to learn the codes of three different remote controlled-
devices (e.g., garage door openers, remote lighting, entry door lock). HomeLink's sun visor-mounted transceiver,
powered by your car's electrical system, may then be used in place of your hand -held remote controls.
NOTE: For your security, the HomeLink Universal Transceiver is designed to not function if you lock your car from
the outside.
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VOLVO C70
Chapter 4 - Climate
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General information 58
Air vents59
Electronic climate control (ECC)60
Air distribution63
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General information
Air conditioning - A/C
Your car is equipped with Electronic Climate Control (ECC), which automatically maintains the selected temperature
in the passenger compartment and helps dehumidify the air.
NOTE:
The air conditioning system can be switched off, but for optimal air quality in the passenger compartment and to
prevent the windows from fogging, the air conditioning should be left on - even in cool weather.
In warm weather, a small amount of water may accumulate under the car when it has been parked. This water is
condensation from the A/C system and is normal.
Ice and snow
Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of snow.
Climate control maintenance
Special tools and equipment are required to maintain and carry out repairs on the climate system. Work of this type
should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
Refrigerant
Volvo cares about the environment. The air conditioning system in your car contains a CFC-free refrigerant - R134a.
This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 1.2 lbs (530 g) R134a (HFC 134a), and uses PAG
oil.
Passenger compartment filter
Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. Please refer to your Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet, or consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for these intervals. The filter
should be replaced more often when driving under dirty and dusty conditions. The filter cannot be cleaned and
therefore should always be replaced with a new one.
NOTE: There are different types of cabin air filters. Ensure that the correct type is installed.
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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.
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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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1. Auto - On/Off
2. Blower speed
3. Recirculation
4. Defroster
5. Airflow controls
6. A/C - ON/OFF
7. Heated driver's seat
8. Heated front passenger's seat
9. Rear window and door mirror defrosters
10. Temperature selector
ECC functions
1. Auto -On/Off
The AUTO function automatically regulates climate control to maintain the desired temperature. The
automatic function controls heating, air conditioning, blower speed, recirculation, and air distribution.
When the retractable hard top is down, warm or cool air from the climate system is directed downward in the
passenger compartment, and the climate system's effect is limited if it is not possible to compensate for the ambient
temperature.
If you select one or more manual functions, the remaining functions continue to be controlled automatically. All
manual settings are switched off when AUTO is switched on. AUTO CLIMATE is shown in the display.
2. Blower speed
The blower speed can be increased or decreased by turning the knob. The blower speed is regulated
automatically if AUTO is selected. The previously set blower speed is disconnected.
NOTE: If the knob is turned counterclockwise and the blower indication in the display goes out, the blower and the air
conditioning are switched off. The display shows the blower symbol and OFF.
3. Recirculation
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.
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