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Starting the engine
CAUTION:
•The engine should be idling when you
move the gear selector. Never accelerate
until after you feel the transmission
engage! Accelerating immediately after
selecting a gear will cause harsh engage-
ment and premature transmission wear.
•Selecting P or N when idling at a standstill
for prolonged periods of time will help
prevent overheating of the automatic
transmission fluid.
•Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not reach
some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.WARNING!
•Always place the gear selector in Park or
in reverse on models with a manual
transmission, and apply the parking brake
before leaving the vehicle. Never leave the
car unattended with the engine running.
•Always open garage doors fully before
starting the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation. The exhaust
gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
invisible and odorless but very
poisonous.
•An extra mat on the driver's floor can
cause the accelerator pedal and the clutch
to catch. Check that the movement of the
accelerator pedal and clutch is not
impeded. Not more than one protective
floor covering may be used at one time.

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You can move the gear selector freely
between the (MAN)ual and (D)rive positions
while driving.
Depress the button on the front of the gear
selector knob to move between the R, N, D,
and P positions.
Please see the following page for informa-
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Points to remember
Electrical system
When replacing the battery or when carrying
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WARNING!
•Driving with the tailgate open: Driving
with the tailgate open could mean that
poisonous exhaust gases enter the
passenger compartment.
If the tailgate must be kept open for any
reason, proceed as follows:
- Close the windows.
- Set the ventilation system to air flow to
floor, windshield and side windows and
blower control to its highest setting.
•Floor mats: An extra mat on the driver's
floor can cause the accelerator pedal to
catch. Check that the movement of the
accelerator pedal is not impeded. Not
more than one protective floor covering
may be used at one time.
Cooling system
The risk for engine overheating is greatest,
especially in hot weather, when:
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Emergency towing
Front towing eyelet Rear towing eyelet
Emergency towing
The towing eyelet is located in the tool bag,
under the floor of the cargo area, with the
spare tire. This eyelet must be screwed into the
positions provided on the right sides of either
the front or rear bumper (see illustration). To
attach the towing eyelet:
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CAUTION:
•Please check with state and local authori-
ties before attempting this type of towing,
as vehicles being towed are subject to
regulations regarding maximum towing
speed, length and type of towing device,
lighting, etc.
•If the car’s battery is dead, do not attempt
to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it
as this will damage the three-way catalytic
converter(s). The engine must be jump
started using an auxiliary battery (see page
109).
•If the car is being towed on a flat bed
truck, the towing eyelets must not be used
to secure the car on the flat bed. Consult
the tow truck operator.
WARNING!
•Remember that the power brakes and
power steering will not function when
engine is not running. The braking and
steering systems will function but the
brake pedal pressure required is 3 - 4
times above normal and greater steering
effort must be exerted.
•The towing eyelets must not be used for
pulling another vehicle out of a ditch or
for any similar purpose involving severe
strain.
•Do not use the towing eyelets to pull the
car up onto a flat bed tow truck.
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WARNING!
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must not be used on Volvo’s, nor
should safety chains be attached to the bumper.
•Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle rear axle must not be used.•Never connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to the
vehicle brake system, nor a trailer’s lighting system directly to the
vehicle lighting system. Consult your nearest authorized Volvo
retailer for correct installation.
•When towing a trailer, the trailer’s safety wire must be correctly
fastened to the hole or hook provided in the trailer hitch on the car.
The safety wire should never be fastened to or wound around the
drawbar ball.
NOTE:
•When parking the car with a trailer on a hill, apply the parking
brake before putting the gear selector in (P)ark or reverse on
models with a manual transmission. Always follow the trailer
manufacturer's recommendations for wheel chocking.
•When starting on a hill, put the gear selector in (D)rive before
releasing the parking brake.
•If you use the manual (Geartronic) shift positions while towing a
trailer, make sure the gear you select does not put too much strain
on the engine (using too high a gear).
•The drawbar assembly/trailer hitch may be certified for trailers that
are heavier than the car is designed to tow. Please adhere to Volvo’s
recommended trailer weights.
* When driving for prolonged periods at temperatures above 86° F
(30° C), the maximum recommended weight is 2000 lbs (900 kg).
When preparing for trailer towing, observe
the following:
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer hitches which are specially
designed for the car.
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•Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or
to any moving parts. Avoid touching hot manifolds.
•Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
•Do not smoke near the battery.
•Batteries generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive.
•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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cars are not touching to prevent premature completion of a negative
circuit. Be sure to follow jump starting instructions provided for the
other vehicle.
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Water on brake discs and brake pads affects
braking
Driving in rain and slush or passing through an automatic car wash can
cause water to collect on the brake discs and pads. This will cause a
delay in braking effect when the pedal is depressed. To avoid such a
delay when the brakes are needed, depress the pedal occasionally when
driving through rain, slush etc. This will remove the water from the
brakes. Check that brake application feels normal. This should also be
done after washing or starting in very damp or cold weather.
Severe strain on the brake system
The brakes will be subject to severe strain when driving in mountains or
hilly areas or towing. Vehicle speed is usually slower, which means that
the cooling of the brakes is less efficient than when driving on level
roads. To reduce the strain on the brakes, shift into a lower gear and let
the engine help with the braking. Do not forget that, if you are towing a
trailer, the brakes will be subjected to a greater than normal load.
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NOTE: When the car is at a standstill and the engine is idling, e.g. at a
traffic light and the brake pedal is depressed, the pedal may go down
slightly. This is normal and is caused by an built-in function in the
power brake system.
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