2007 VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE Owner´s Manual

2007 Volvo C70
If the pressure remains below 22 psi (1.8 bar) after approximately sev\
en minutes, turn off the
compressor. In this case, the hole is too large to be sealed and the veh\
icle should not be driven.
10. Unscrew the hose from the tire's inflation valve and reinstall the v\
alve cap.
11. Fold down the orange section of the tire sealing system to its origi\
nal (horizontal) position and press
the safety catch into place.
12. Safely stow the tire sealing system kit in a convenient place as it \
will soon be used again to check the
tire's inflation pressure.
13. Immediately drive the vehicle for approximately 2 miles (3 km) to \
distribute the sealing compound in
the tire.
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Tire sealing system
Stage 2 - Checking inflation pressure
1. Park the car in a safe place.
2. Ensure that the orange switch (2) is in position 0 (the 0 side of \
the switch should be pressed down).
3. Remove the valve cap from the tire's inflation valve and screw the ho\
se connector onto the valve as
tightly as possible by hand.
WARNING
If heavy vibrations, unsteady steering behavior, or noises should occur \
while driving, reduce speed and
park the car in a safe place. Recheck the tire for bumps, cracks, or oth\
er visible damage, and recheck its
inflation pressure. If the pressure is below 16 psi (1.3 bar), do not \
continue driving. Have the vehicle
towed to a workshop or Volvo retailer.
4. Connect the electrical wire to the nearest 12-volt socket in the vehi\
cle.
5. Start the vehicle's engine.
6. Check the tire's inflation pressure on the gauge (9).
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NOTE
In dark conditions, switching on the tire sealing system's compressor wi\
ll illuminate the pressure
gauge.
7. Inflate the tire to the correct pressure as indicated in the tire inf\
lation tables on
pages 156 and 157. If
the tire needs to be inflated, start the tire sealing system's compresso\
r. If necessary, release air from the
tire by pressing the vent button (8).
8. Turn off the compressor (press switch 2 to the 0 position) when the\
correct inflation pressure has been
reached.
CAUTION
The compressor should not be used for more than ten minutes at a time to\
avoid
overheating.
9. Unscrew the hose from the tire's inflation valve and reinstall the va\
lve cap.
10. Disconnect the electrical wire from the 12-volt socket.
11. Return the hose and electrical wire to the compartment on the side o\
f the unit.
NOTE
When the tire sealing system has been used to seal a flat tire, the tank\
containing the sealing compound,
and the hose must be replaced. See the instructions on the following pag\
e. Contact a Volvo retailer for
replacement parts.
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Tire sealing system
Replacing the sealing compound container
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After use, return the tire sealing system to its storage compartment beh\
ind the ski hatch in the center of
the rear seat backrest.
WARNING
If you interrupt your trip for more than one hour, check the inflation p\
ressure in the damaged tire again
before continuing. See the section "Stage 2: Checking inflation pressure\
" on
page 154.
Replacing the sealing compound container
The sealing compound container must be replaced if:
l the tire sealing system has been used to repair a tire
l the container's expiration date has passed (see the date on decal 1).
After use, the container (6), its retaining bracket (9), and the hos\
e (10) must be replaced. Please consult
your Volvo retailer for replacement parts.
See also the safety regulations on the bottom of the container.
WARNING
Be sure that the compressor is not connected to a 12-volt socket while r\
eplacing the
container.
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Replacing the container and hose after use
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1. Unscrew the two screws (2) on the orange casing.
2. Remove the speed limit sticker (4) and the expiration date decal (\
1).
3. Release the safety catch (5) and remove the casing (3) from the s\
ealing system unit.
4. Press down the button (8) while twisting the container (6) and re\
taining bracket (9) clockwise
approximately 2/ 3 of a turn and remove them.
5. To remove the hose (10), first press it into housing and then pull \
it out from the opposite side.
6. Wipe away any remaining sealing compound, or scrape it off if it has \
already hardened.
7. Insert a new air hose and check that it is properly seated.
8. Unscrew the cap from the new sealing compound container and check tha\
t the seal (7) is intact and
undamaged.
9. Screw the container (6) firmly into the bracket (9).
10.Mount the bracket on the housing and twist it counterclockwise until \
it clicks into place.
11.Reinsert the casing (3). Check that it is correctly in place and ti\
ghten the screws (2), and press the
safety catch (5) into position.
12.Affix the speed limit decal (4) and a new expiration date decal (1\
).
The empty container and used hose can be discarded as normal refuse, or \
recycled. Consult local
regulations.
Replacing the container after its expiration date has passed
1. Unscrew the two screws (2) on the orange casing.
2. Remove the speed limit sticker (4) and the expiration date decal (\
1).
3. Release the safety catch (5) and remove the casing (3) from the s\
ealing system unit.
4. Unscrew and remove the container.
5. Unscrew the cap from the new sealing compound container and check tha\
t the seal (7) is intact and
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undamaged.
6. Screw the container (6) firmly into the bracket (9).
7. Reinsert the casing (3). Check that it is correctly in place and ti\
ghten the screws (2), and press the
safety catch (5) into position.
8. Affix the speed limit decal (4) and a new expiration date decal (1\
).
The empty container can be discarded as normal refuse, or recycled. Cons\
ult local regulations.



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176 08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the vehicle
178
Paint touch up
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177 08 Car care
178 08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the vehicle
Washing
The following points should be kept in mind when washing and cleaning th\
e car:
l The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects \
and tar spots adhere to the paint
and may cause damage. To help prevent corrosion, it is particularly impo\
rtant to wash the car frequently
in the wintertime when salt has been used on the roads.
l Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight. Doing so may cause detergents\
and wax to dry out and
become abrasive. To avoid scratching, use lukewarm water to soften the d\
irt before you wash with a soft
sponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
l Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may be
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permanently damaged.
l A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt and oil.
l A water-soluble grease solvent may be used in cases of sticky dirt. Howe\
ver, use a wash place
equipped with a drainage separator.
l Dry the car with a clean chamois and remember to clean the drain holes i\
n the doors and rocker panels.
l Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover after the car has \
been washed.
l A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to clean the \
wiper blades. Frequent
cleaning improves visibility considerably.
l Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel housings, fenders, etc).
l In areas of high industrial fallout, more frequent washing is recommende\
d.
l After cleaning the engine, the spark plug wells should be inspected for \
water and blown dry if
necessary.
Exterior plastic components
Cleaning exterior plastic components should be done with a cleaning agen\
t specially designed for this
purpose. Solvents or stain removers should not be used. Consult your Vol\
vo retailer.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in th\
e doors and
sills.
CAUTION
l During high pressure washing, the spray mouthpiece must never be closer \
to the vehicle than 13" (30
cm). Do not spray into the locks.
l When washing or steam cleaning the engine, avoid spraying water or steam\
directly on the electrical
components or toward the rear side of the engine.
l Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-plated wheels using the same detergents use\
d for the body of the
vehicle. Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can permanently stain chrome-p\
lated wheels.
Automatic washing - simple and quick
We do NOT recommend washing your car in an automatic wash during the fir\
st six months (because the
paint will not have hardened sufficiently).
An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your car, but it is\
worth remembering that it may
not be as thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge and \
water.
Keeping the underbody clean is most important, especially in the winter.\
Some automatic
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Washing and cleaning the vehicle
washers do not have facilities for washing the underbody.
CAUTION
l Before driving into an automatic car wash, turn off the optional rain se\
nsor to avoid damaging the
windshield wipers.
l Make sure that side view mirrors, auxiliary lamps, etc, are secure, and \
that any antenna(s) are
retracted or removed. Otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging \
them.
WARNING
l When the car is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brakes \
several times in order to
remove any moisture from the brake linings.
l Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This \
constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lighting
Condensation may form temporarily on the inside of the lenses of exterio\
r lights such as headlights, fog
lights, or taillights. This is normal and the lights are designed to wit\
hstand moisture. Normally,
condensation will dissipate after the lights have been on for a short ti\
me.
Polishing and Waxing
l Normally, polishing is not required during the first year after delivery\
, however, waxing may be
beneficial.
l Before applying polish or wax the vehicle must be washed and dried. Tar \
spots can be removed with
kerosene or tar remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing comp\
ound.
l After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
l Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax.
l Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing a dull surface.
l A wide range of polymer-based waxes can be purchased today. These waxes \
are easy to use and
produce a long-lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork aga\
inst oxidation, road dirt and
fading.
l Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct sunlight (the surface of th\
e vehicle should not be warmer
than 113° F (45° C).
CAUTION
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