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VOLVO V70
Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls
pg. 23 Instruments, switches and controls
Interior24
Exterior25
Instruments26
Instrument panel27
Indicator and warning lights28
Text information window30
Switches in the center console31
Trip computer32
Cruise control33
Lighting panel35
Steering wheel adjustment/lock, Ignition switch36
Left-side steering wheel lever37
Right-side steering wheel lever38
Tailgate wipers/washers, Water repellent glass39
Warning flashers, heated mirrors/rear window, heated front seats40
Parking brake, auxiliary socket/ashtrays41
Electrically operated windows42
Rearview/sideview mirrors43
Power moonroof44
Sun visor45
pg. 24 Interior
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If one of the transmitters is misplaced, contact your nearest authorized Volvo retailer for replacement.
Buttons in remote control
1 - Fold key in/out, 2 - Lock, 3 - Approach lighting
4 - "Panic" function *, 5 - Unlock tailgate, 6 - Unlock
Using the remote control
Button 1: Press to extend the key. This button must also be pressed when the key is folded back into the slot in the
side of the remote control unit.
Button 2 ( Lock): Press once to lock all doors, and the tailgate.
Button 3 ( Approach lighting ): Press this button when approaching the car at night to light up the interior courtesy
light, parking lights, license plate lights and the lights in the sideview mirrors.
Button 4 ( Panic): See page 84
for more information on this function.
Button 5 ( Tailgate unlock ): Press this button twice within 3 seconds to unlock the tailgate (without unlocking the
other doors).
Button 6 ( Unlock): Press this button once to unlock the driver's door only. Wait for at least 1 second and press the
button again (within 10 seconds) to unlock all doors, and the tailgate.
NOTE:
If the doors are unlocked with the remote, the locks will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will reset
after 2 minutes unless a door has been opened.
The lock/unlock and alarm features can also be utilized by using the keys.
FCC ID:LQNP2T-APU
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.
Canadian 2306104388
Model 504 2927 by Donnelly
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.
Canadian 2306104388A
Model 509 977 by Connaught Electronics
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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Audible alarm signal
An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren. One alarm cycle lasts for 25 seconds.
"Panic" button
In an emergency situation, this feature can be used to attract attention. Activate the "panic" function by pressing the
red button on the remote control (see illustration on page 81
) for at least 3 seconds or by pressing this button twice
within 3 seconds. The turn signals will flash, the interior lights will go on and the car's horn will sound.
The function can be turned off by pressing any of the buttons on the remote control or will stop automatically
after 25 seconds. When a button is pressed, there is a 5 second delay before the panic alarm is deactivated.
NOTE: This function will NOT unlock the car.
pg. 85 Alarm
Temporarily turning off the inclination and movement alarm sensor(s) - accessory
This button will only be found in cars equipped with the accessory inclination and/or movement sensors.
FCC ID: MAYDA5823
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.
Canadian IC: 4405A-DA5823
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.
In certain situations it may be desirable to turn off the inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for example, you
drive your car onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or if a pet is left in the car with the
doors locked.
To temporarily turn off the inclination and movement alarm sensors from the alarm system:
From the time the ignition key is turned from the Drive position (position II) until you lock the car, you can press the
button in the center console. The LED in the switch will light up and a message will be displayed in the text window
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Head restraint - center rear66
Head restraint rear65
Headlight flash37
Headlight wiper blades - replacing164
Headlights35, 37
Heated front seats40
Heated rear window40
Heated sideview mirrors40
Heating50-53
High beam flash37
High/low beam headlights37
Hoisting the car157
Holder for grocery bags70
Home safe lighting37
HomeLink®192 -194
Hood - opening158
HU -650 - overview177
HU -850 - overview178
I
Ignition switch36
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)80, 91
Indicator lights28, 29
Inflatable curtain (VIC)13
Inspecting SRS system components14
Instrument panel27
Instrument panel lighting35
Instruments26
Integrated booster cushion19
Interior Air Quality system53
Interior features - overview24
Interior lighting77
ISOFIX child seat anchors22
J
Jack75
, 132
Jump starting109
K
Key - removing from ignition switch91
Keyless entry system81, 82
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries82
Keylock91
Keys80
Kickdown95, 96
L
Label information166
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