Page 130 of 200
Maximum permissible inflation pressure: the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire.
This limit is set by the tire manufacturer.
Recommended tire inflation pressure: inflation pressure, established by Volvo, which is based on the type of tires
that are mounted on a vehicle at the factory. This inflation pressure is affected by the number of occupants in the
vehicle, the amount of cargo, and the speed at which the vehicle will be driven for a prolonged period. This
information can be found on the tire inflation placard(s) located on the driver's side B-pillar or on the inside of the fuel
filler door on Canadian models, and in the tire inflation table in this chapter.
Cold tires : The tires are considered to be cold when they have the same temperature as the surrounding (ambient)
air. This temperature is normally reached after the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours.
pg. 153 Wheels and tires
Vehicle loading
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance.
Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle's weight
ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Federal/ Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS/CMVSS) label, and the vehicle's tire information placard:
Curb weight
The weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers,
cargo, or optional equipment.
Capacity weight
All weight added to the curb weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer hitch tongue load
is also part of cargo weight.
NOTE: For trailer towing information, please refer to the section "Towing a trailer" on page 131
.
Permissible axle weight
The maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the
Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/ CMVSS) label. The total load on each axle must never
exceed its maximum permissible weight.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passengers.
NOTE:
The location of the various labels in your vehicle can be found on page 199.
A table listing important weight limits for your vehicle can be found on page 201.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
- Locate the statement "the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds'' on your
vehicle's placard.
- Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
- Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.
- The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the Ô'XXX''
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400- 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
- Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
- If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this
1
ProCarManuals.com
Page 147 of 200
Engine compartment
1. Expansion tank - coolant
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Washer fluid reservoir
4. Dipstick - engine oil
5. Radiator
6. Cooling fan
7. Oil filler cap - engine
8. Clutch/brake fluid reservoir
9. Relay/fuse box
10. Air cleaner
11. Battery (in trunk)
12. Data plate
WARNING!
The cooling fan (6) may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off.
pg. 174 Maintenance and servicing
Engine oil
Oil specifications
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC specification GF-3, API SL, and ACEA A1/ B1. Lower quality oils may
not offer the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Volvo recommends
.
Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide superior fuel economy and engine
protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on premium or synthetic oils.
Oil additives must not be used.
NOTE: Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance services. This oil is only used at
customer request, at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.
Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures)
Operation in hot climates
When temperatures exceed 86° F (30° C) in your area, Volvo recommends, for the protection of your engine, that you
use a heavier weight oil, such as such as SAE 5W - 40 or 0W -40. See the viscosity chart.
ProCarManuals.com
Page 173 of 200
5-cyl. turbo AWD3560-3595 lbs1620-1640 kg
5-cyl. turbo AWD-R 3660-3735 lbs1680-1700 kg
1. Permissible axle weight or gross vehicle weight must never be exceeded.
pg. 202 Specifications
Capacities
Fuel tank: 18 US gal. (68 liters)
Transmission fluid
Manual (M 66) 2.1 US qts. (2.0 liters)
Automatic (AW 55-50) 7.6 US qts. (7.2 liters)
Automatic (TF-80SC) S60 R 7.4 US qts (7.0 liters)
Miscellaneous Power steering 0.9 US qts. (0.9 liters)
Windshield washer reservoir 4.8 US qts. (4.5 liters)
Brake and clutch fluid 0.69 US qts. (0.65 liters)
Air conditioning system 2.2 lbs. (1 kg) R 134a
Windshield washer reservoir 6.8 US qts (6.4 liters)
S60 R 4.8 US qts (4.5 liters)
pg. 203 Specifications
Engine oil
Engine oil
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC specification GF-3, API SL, and ACEA A1/ B1. Lower quality oils may
not offer the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Volvo recommends
.
Volume Engine designation Volume between MIN-MAX on dipstick
Volume
1
B5254T4
B5254T2
B5244T51.3 US qts (1.2 liters)
5.8 US qts. (5.5 liters)
1. Including filter replacement
pg. 204 Specifications
Fluids and cooling system
ProCarManuals.com
Page 195 of 200
C
Capacities202
Capacity weight153
Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning107
Catalytic converter205
Central locking system - remote control97
Changing coolant172
Check Engine warning light46
Child safety child restraints31
Child safety lock102
Climate system72
Clock44
Coat hanger89
Cold weather precautions136
Coolant176
changing172
checking level of172
Coolant - changing176
Cooling system204
Courtesy light84
Cruise control60
Cup holders
center console88
rear seat
87
Curb weight153
Current fuel consumption59
D
Defroster75
Detachable trailer hitch133
Door mirror defroster58
Door mirrors51
Driver distraction5
Driving economically113
DSTC50
Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC)50
E
Economical driving113
Electric socket51
Electrical system207
Electrically operated moonroof68
Emission inspection170
Engine - starting111
Engine compartment173
Engine oil174, 203
ProCarManuals.com
Page 196 of 200
Engine specifications209
F
Federal Clean Air Act168
FIX NEXT SERVICE49
Fluids204
Fog light46
Fog light, rear187
Front fog light, changing186
Front park assist138
Front seat - backrest81
Front seats - power82
Front suspension206
Fuel106
Fuel filler cap2, 110
Fuel filler door2, 109
Fuel Formulations107
Fuel gauge44
Fuel tank, capacity202
Fuses190
G
Gasoline106
Geartronic118
manual shifting118
Generator warning light46
Glove compartment89
Grocery bag holder91
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)153
H
Handling114
Hazard warning flashers58
Head restraint - center, rear92
Headlight wiper blades178
Headlights55
Heated front seats76
High beam flash55
High beam headlights55
High beam indicator44
Hoisting the car171
Home safe lighting55
HomeLink¨ Universal Transceiver229
Hood - opening173
I
Ignition switch112
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)96
ProCarManuals.com
