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Opening the hood
To open the hood:
Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the hood lock.
Lift the hood slightly.
Press up the release control located under the front edge of the hood (at the center) up to the right, and lift the hood.
WARNING!
Check that the hood locks engage properly when closed.
Engine compartment
1. Cooling system expansion tank
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Dipstick - engine oil
4. Radiator
5. Cooling fan
6. Washer fluid reservoir
7. Engine oil filler cap
8. Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
9. Battery
10. Relay/fuse box
11. Air cleaner
WARNING!
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Driving habits and conditions, climate, the number of starts, etc. all affect the service life and function of the battery.
In order for your battery to perform satisfactorily, keep the following in mind:
Check the fluid level in each cell in the battery every 24 months or every 15,0001 miles (24,000 km), whichever is
sooner. The fluid should be at the level shown in the illustration above (A). Do not overfill.
Use a screw driver to open the caps and a flashlight to inspect the level.
If necessary, add distilled water. The level should never be above the indicator (A).
The fluid level should be checked if the battery has been recharged.
After inspection, be sure the cap over each battery cell is securely in place.
Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and properly tightened.
Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running, or when the key is in the ignition. This could damage the
vehicle's electrical system.
The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle when a battery charger is used directly on the battery.
1. More frequently in warm climates.
WARNING!
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
pg. 151 Battery
Battery replacement
1. Switch off the ignition and remove the key.
2. Unscrew the cover over the battery.
3. Wait at least 5 minutes after switching off the ignition before disconnecting the battery so that all information in the
vehicle's electrical system can be stored in the control modules.
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level is also adjusted automatically according to the vehicle's speed, see page 165 for more information on this
function.
Optional steering wheel keypad
Steering wheel keypad (option)
The four buttons on the steering wheel keypad can be used to control the audio system. The steering wheel keypad can
be used to adjust volume, shift between preset stations and change CD tracks. Press one of the two left-hand buttons
briefly to change to the next/previous preset radio station, or to go to the next/previous track on a CD. Press and hold
down these buttons to search within a track on a CD.
Daytime/twilight display
In daylight the information is displayed against a light background. In darkness it is displayed against a dark
background.
Sound source
A sound source can be selected by pressing AM/FM (2) or CD (3). Press AM/FM repeatedly to toggle between FM1,
FM2, and AM. The currently selected sound source will be shown in the display.
Sound settings
Press SOUND (5). Press this button repeatedly until you come to the setting that you wish to change.
3. Turn the TUNING dial (4) to make the desired setting.
The following settings can be made:
BASS -set the bass level
TREBLE-set the treble level
BALANCE-set the left/right sound balance
FADER-set the front/rear sound balance
SUBWOOFER (accessory)-set the level for the subwoofer (bass speaker)
CENTER
1-make settings for the center speaker
SURROUND
1-make settings for surround sound
1. Premium Sound system only
pg. 165 Audio functions
Subwoofer (accessory)
To switch the subwoofer on or off:
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NOTE:
The EJECT ALL function can only be used while the vehicle is at a standstill and will be cancelled if the vehicle
begins to move.
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.
pg. 172 CD player/CD changer (option)
Compact disc care
Keep the following in mind when playing/handling compact discs
Use CD standard EN 60908 discs only. Discs not meeting this standard may cause problems with system (poor
sound). CD-R 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 damaged CD.
When not in use, the discs should be stored in their covers. Avoid storing discs in excessive heat, direct sunlight or
dusty locations.
pg. 173 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 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)*
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Index
pg. 185-188 Index
Numerics
12 volt socket, in trunk 80
12 volt socket, rear seat49
12 volt sockets40
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system)2
Active yaw control - AYC109
Airbag system14
Alarm89, 90
All Wheel Drive106
Antifreeze147
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)2, 36
Approach lighting56, 83
ASC - speed compensated volume, audio system165
Audio system - introduction164
Audio system menus, list of173, 174
Autolock56
Automatic transmission - Geartronic103, 104
Auxiliary equipment40
AWD106
B
Backrests, rear seat78
Battery drain - avoiding93
Battery maintenance150
Battery replacement151
Battery replacement, remote control86
Battery, conserving electrical current93
Battery, specifications181
Bi -Xenon headlights153
Black box (Vehicle Event Data)142
Booster cushion28
Brake fluid148
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Bulbs152
C
Capacities, fluids178
Catalytic converter, three-way182
CD player170
Central locking system, remote controls82
Changing a tire133
Changing oil146
Charge air cooler180
Child restraint anchorages30
Child safety27
Child safety locks88
Clock setting button34
Cold weather precautions93
Collision status25
Compact disc care172
Compass in rearview mirror52
Coolant147
Courtesy lighting75
Cruise control44
D
Dimensions177
Disabling the passenger's side front airbag18
Display, instrument panel34
Door mirrors53
Door open warning42
Driving after a collision25
DSTC40
E
Economical driving92
Electrical current - conserving93
Electrical system181
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)108
Emission inspection readiness144
Engine compartment145
Engine oil, changing146
Engine specifications180
Environment3
Equalizer, audio system165
F
Federal Clean Air Act142
Flash, high beam42
Floor mats99
Floor mats, cleaning138
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Fog lights41
Front airbags15, 16
Front fog light, replacing155
Front fog lights41
Front seats, manual adjustment72
Front seats, power73
Fuel filler cap2
Fuel filler door2, 96
Fuel filler door, unlocking41
Fuel gauge34
Fuel requirements95
Fuel system180
Fuel tank capacity96
Fuse box in the passenger compartment, accessing160
Fuses158
Fuses in the engine compartment159
Fuses in the passenger compartment161
G
Gasoline95
Geartronic (manual shifting)103
Generator181
Generator warning light37
Glossary of tire terminology126
Glove compartment77
Glove compartment, locking88
Grocery bag holder (option)80
H
Hazard warning flashers48
Head restraints, rear seat78
Headlight housing, removing153
Headlight washers46
Headlights41
High beam bulb, replacing154
High beam flash42
High beam headlights42
High beam indicator34
Home safe lighting42, 56
Hood, opening145
I
Immobilizer82
, 99
Indicator and warning symbols34
Inflatable Curtain22
Inflation pressure tables124
Information display34
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Information display, messages in39
Information symbol34, 35
Inspection readiness144
Instrument overview7
Instrument panel34
Instrument panel lighting41
Interior lighting75
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors28
J
Jack, positioning correctly133
Jump starting114
K
Key blade84
Keylock2, 99
Kickdown104
L
Label information176
LATCH anchors28
License plate lighting, replacing157
Lighting panel41
Loading the vehicle127
Long distance trips94
Low beam bulb, replacing153
Low beam headlights42
M
Maintenance142
Malfunction indicator light36
Manual front seat adjustment72
Manual shifting (Geartronic)103
Manual transmission101
Mirror, rearview52
Mirrors, door-mounted53
Moonroof54
O
OBD II144
Occupant safety10
Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS), disabling front passenger's side airbag18
Octane rating95
Oil pressure warning light37
Oil, changing146
On Call Roadside Assistance183
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)144
Opening the hood145
Opening the trunk from the inside87
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