2007 VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE warning

2007 Volvo C70
Emergency operation
If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed, the power retractab\
le hard top cannot be
operated in the normal way.
NOTE
If a fault has occurred and the power retractable hard top has been rais\
ed, it cannot be lowered again
until the fault has been corrected.
CAUTION
Carefully read the information under "Before raising or lowering the pow\
er retractable hard top" on
page 92 before operating the power retractable hard top. Damage may be unavoida\
ble if the power
retractable hard top must be operated under such conditions.
1. Press button 1 or 2 (see the illustration on
page 94) until ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed.
2. Release the button.
3. Press the button again and hold it down. After approximately 5 second\
s, the power retractable hard top
will begin to move. Keep the button depressed until the top is fully rai\
sed.
NOTE
Movement of the top may stop briefly. However, the button should be held\
down throughout the entire
operation. An audible signal will sound during the entire operation.
WARNING
l Never pull the release wire for the power retractable hard top's hydraul\
ic system that is located under
the rear seat cushion. This wire is only intended for use by qualified s\
ervice personnel. Pulling this wire
could lead to:
l High risk of being injured by the power retractable hard top's opening/c\
losing mechanism.
l Unexpected movement of the hard top/ the hard top or the trunk could ina\
dvertently open.
l The retractable hard top can be damaged.
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edge of the backrest.
4. Press the side lock tabs into the holes in the side panels until they\
click into place.
5. Raise the wind blocker.
The zipper in the wind blocker can be opened to place or access objects \
in the rear seat.
CAUTION
Slide in the supports carefully to avoid damaging the
upholstery.
WARNING
l Make sure the wind blocker is securely attached. An improperly secured w\
ind blocker may cause
injury to occupants of the vehicle or to other motorists.
l No one should be allowed to sit in the rear seat when the wind blocker i\
s in place.
When not in use, the wind blocker should be stored in its bag, in the tr\
unk, against the rear seat backrest.
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Interior lighting
Interior lighting
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7. Cup holders
8. Storage compartment in center console (for e.g. CDs)
9. Cup holders
10. Storage compartments in rear side panels
11. Storage compartment on rear side of front seat backrests.
WARNING
l Anchor any heavy objects to prevent them from moving during sudden stops\
.
l Packages on the rear parcel shelf can obscure vision and may become dang\
erous projectiles in the
event of a sudden stop or an accident.
Glove compartment
The owners manual and maps can be stored here. There are also holders fo\
r coins, pens and fuel cards.
The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachab\
le key blade from the central
locking system's remote control. See the chapter "Locks and alarm" for f\
urther information about the key
blade.
Compartment in door panel
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This storage compartment also contains a keyhole that is used to manuall\
y open the trunk with the key
blade
1 (see page 115).
1On certain models, this keyhole is located near the floor behind the dri\
ver's seat. See page 115 for detailed
information.
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Storage compartments
Loading the trunk
Loading the trunk with the power retractable hard top down
When the power retractable hard top is down, it is folded in the trunk. \
Using the button shown in the
illustration above, the folded power retractable hard top can be moved u\
p or down slightly to facilitate
loading or unloading small objects.
NOTE
This movement is part of the normal power retractable hard top operation\
, which means that messages
pertaining to the power retractable hard top's operation (see
page 94) also apply to the this function.
WARNING
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WARNING
Driving with the trunk open: Driving with the trunk open could lead to poisonous exhaust gases
entering the passenger compartment. If the trunk must be kept open for a\
ny reason, proceed as follows:
l Close the windows
l Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and \
side windows and the blower
control to its highest setting.
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, \
which means that the steering
wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvatur\
e of a bend. This ensures good
stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these p\
roperties can alter with the vehicle
load. The heavier the load in the cargo area, the less the tendency to u\
ndersteer.
Handling, roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle hand\
ling. Therefore,
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General information
check that the tires are inflated to the recommended pressure according \
to the vehicle load. See the "Tire
pressure" section. Loads should be distributed so that capacity weight o\
r maximum permissible axle loads
are not exceeded.
Driving through water
The vehicle can be driven through water up to a depth of approximately 9\
in. (25 cm), at a maximum
speed of 6 mph (10 km/h).
l Take particular care when driving through flowing water.
l Clean the electrical connections for trailer wiring after driving in mud\
or water
l When driving through water, maintain low speed and do not stop in the wa\
ter.
WARNING
After driving through water, press lightly on the brake pedal to ensure \
that the brakes are functioning
normally. Water or mud can make the brake linings slippery, resulting in\
delayed braking effect.
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l To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from freezing, add washer solvents\
containing antifreeze (see
page 193 for the location of the washer fluid reservoir). This is important sin\
ce dirt is often splashed on
the windshield during winter driving, requiring the frequent use of the \
washers and wipers. Volvo Washer
Solvent should be diluted as follows: Down to 14° F (-10° C): 1 \
part washer solvent and 4 parts water
Down to 5° F (-15° C): 1 part washer solvent and 3 parts water D\
own to 0° F (- 18° C): 1 part washer
solvent and 2 parts water Down to -18° F (-28° C): 1 part washer\
solvent and 1 part water.
l Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.
NOTE
Avoid using de-icing sprays as they can cause damage to the
locks.
Conserving electrical current
Keep the following in mind to help minimize battery drain:
l When the engine is not running, avoid turning the ignition key to positi\
on II. Many electrical systems
(the audio system, the optional navigation system, power windows, etc)\
will function with the ignition
key in position I. This position reduces drain on the battery.
l Please keep in mind that using systems, accessories, etc that consume a \
great deal of current when the
engine is not running could result in the battery being completely drain\
ed.
l The optional 12 volt socket in the cargo area provides electrical curren\
t even with the ignition switched
off, which drains the battery.
NOTE
l If the ignition is switched on, a warning message will be displayed in t\
he text window in the
instrument panel when the battery charge is low.
l An energy conserving function designed into the vehicle's electrical sys\
tem will switch off certain
functions or reduce the load on the battery by, e.g., reducing the audio\
system's volume.
Before a long distance trip
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked at a Volvo retailer\
before driving long distances.
Your retailer will also be able to supply you with bulbs, fuses, spark p\
lugs and wiper blades for your use
in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be checked before any long trip\
:
l Check that engine runs smoothly and that fuel consumption is normal.
l Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage
l Have the transmission oil level checked1.
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l Check condition of drive belts.
l Check state of the battery's charge.
l Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as well), and replace those th\
at are worn. Check tire pressures.
l The brakes, front wheel alignment, and steering gear should be checked b\
y your Volvo retailer only.
l Check all lights, including high beams.
l Reflective warning triangles are legally required in some states/provinc\
es.
l Have a word with your Volvo retailer if you intend to drive in countries\
where it may be difficult to
obtain the correct fuel.
l Consider your destination. If you will be driving through an area where \
snow or ice are likely to occur,
consider snow tires.
1 To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces, do not inspect your v\
ehicle's transmission fluid yourself. Have
your vehicle's transmission fluid level inspected by a qualified Volvo s\
ervice technician.
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Fuel requirements
Octane rating
Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated horsepower, torque, and fuel\
economy performance using
premium 91 octane fuel.
Volvo recommends premium for best performance, but using 87 octane or ab\
ove will not affect engine
reliability.
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l wearing neoprene gloves while handling a fuel filler nozzle.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless, and odorless gas. It is prese\
nt in all exhaust gases. If you
ever smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, make sure the passenger com\
partment is ventilated, and
immediately return the vehicle to your retailer for correction.
Use of Additives
With the exception of fuel line antifreeze during winter months, do not \
add solvents, thickeners, or other
store-bought additives to your vehicle's fuel, cooling, or lubricating s\
ystems. Overuse may damage your
engine, and some of these additives contain organically volatile chemica\
ls. Do not needlessly expose
yourself to these chemicals.
Fuel filler door
Press the button on the light switch panel (see the illustration on
page 55) with the ignition switched off
to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door wi\
ll remain unlocked until the vehicle
begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel fil\
ler door relocks.
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Fuel requirements
If you intend to leave your vehicle while it is being refueled, this fea\
ture enables you to lock the doors/
trunk while leaving the fuel filler door unlocked.
You can also keep the vehicle locked if you remain inside it during refu\
eling. The central locking button
does not lock the fuel filler door.
Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and is completely closed \
after refueling. Open the fuel filler
cap slowly during hot weather.
Refueling
The fuel tank is designed to hold approximately 15.9 US gallons (60 lit\
ers)1 with sufficient volume left
over to accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather. Be aw\
are that the "usable" tank
capacity will be somewhat less than the specified maximum. When the fuel\
level is low, such factors as
ambient temperature, the fuel's "Reid vapor pressure" characteristics, a\
nd terrain can affect the fuel
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