
 Engine and  transmission are subject to increased loads. Therefore,  engine coolant  temperature should be  closely
watched when driving in hot climates or hilly terrain. Use a  lower gear and  turn off the air conditioner if the
temperature gauge needle enters the red range.
 If the automatic  transmission begins to overheat,  a  message will be  displayed in the text window.
 Avoid overload and  other abusive operation.
 Hauling a  trailer affects handling, durability, and  economy.
 It is necessary  to balance trailer brakes with the towing vehicle brakes to provide a  safe stop (check and  observe
state/ local  regulations).
 Do not connect the trailer's brake system directly to the vehicle's brake system.
 More frequent vehicle maintenance is required.
 Remove the ball and  drawbar assembly when the hitch is not being used.
 Volvo recommends the use of synthetic engine oil when towing a  trailer over long distances or in mountainous
areas.
WARNING!
 Bumper-attached trailer hitches must  not be  used on Volvos, 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 vehicle. The safety wire should never be  fastened to or wound around the drawbar ball.
NOTE:
When parking the vehicle with a  trailer on a  hill, apply the parking brake before putting the gear selector in ( P)ark
(first/ reverse  gear on manual  transmissions).
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Towing a trailer
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  rated for trailers heavier  than the vehicle is designed to tow. Please
adhere to Volvo's  recommended trailer weights.
Leveling
If your vehicle is equipped with automatic  leveling, the rear suspension always retains the correct ride height
regardless of the load. When the vehicle is stationary,  the rear suspension lowers, which  is normal.
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If you wish to check your vehicle before the approach of cold weather, the following advice is worth noting:
 Make sure that the engine coolant  contains 50 percent  antifreeze.  Any other mixture will reduce freeze  protection.
This gives protection against freezing down to -31°F (-35°C). See  section "Coolant". The use of "recycled"
antifreeze is not approved by Volvo. Different  types of antifreeze must not be mixed.
 Volvo recommends using only genuine Volvo antifreeze  in your vehicle's radiator. Your Volvo retailer stocks plenty
of Volvo engine coolant  to protect your vehicle during cold weather.
 Try  to keep the fuel tank  well filled - this  prevents the formation  of condensation in the tank. In addition, in
extremely cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to add  fuel line de -icer before refueling.
 The viscosity of the engine oil  is important. Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves cold-weather starting as
well as decreasing fuel consumption while the engine is warming up. For winter use, 5W -30 oil, particularly the
synthetic type
1, is recommended. Be sure to use good quality oil but do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving or in
warm weather. See  section "Engine oil" for more information.
 The load placed on the battery  is greater during the winter since the windshield wipers, lighting, etc. are used more
often. Moreover,  the capacity of the battery decreases as the temperature drops. In very cold weather, a  poorly charged
battery can freeze  and  be  damaged. It is therefore advisable to check the state of charge more frequently and  spray an
antirust oil on the battery posts.
 Volvo recommends the use of snow tires  on all four wheels for winter driving - see section "Wheels and  tires."
 To prevent the washer fluid  reservoir from  freezing, add  washer solvents containing antifreeze  (see page 176 for
the location of the washer fluid reservoir).  This is important since 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
- Down  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
 Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.
NOTE:  Avoid the use of de -icing sprays as they can cause damage to the locks.
W - Winter/Wet driving mode - enhanced vehicle  traction (automatic transmission)
 Mode W  will only function if the gear selector is in the ( D)rive position.
 Press the button at the base of the gear selector to engage/disengage this  driving mode.
 An LED  in the button will light up to indicate that W  is engaged and  this  will also be  displayed in the instrument
panel (see page 44
).
 This mode may be  selected for starting/ moving off on slippery roads.
1. Synthetic  oil is not used when  the oil is changed  at the normal maintenance service intervals.
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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 plugs 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:
 Check that engine runs smoothly and  that fuel consumption is normal.
 Check for fuel, oil, and  fluid leakage.
 Check transmission oil level1.
 Check condition of drive belts.
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Tires should preferably be  stored  in a  cool, dry, dark place, and  should never be  stored  in close proximity  to
solvents, gasoline, oils,  etc.
Tread wear indicator
The tires have wear  indicator strips running across or parallel to the tread. The letters  TWI are printed on the side of
the tire. When approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) is left on the tread, these strips become visible and  indicate that the tire
should be  replaced.  Tires with less than 1/16" (1.6 mm) tread offer  very poor traction.
When replacing worn tires, it is recommended that the tire be  identical  in type (radial)  and  size as the one  being
replaced.  Using a  tire of the same make (manufacturer) will prevent alteration of the driving characteristics of the
vehicle.
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General information
WARNING!
 The wheel and  tire sizes  for your Volvo are specified to meet  stringent stability and  handling requirements.
Unapproved  wheel/tire size combinations can negatively affect your vehicle's stability and  handling. Approved tire
sizes  are shown in the Tire inflation pressure tables on pages 146 and  147
.
 Any damage caused by installation  of unapproved wheel/tire size combinations will not be  covered by your new
vehicle warranty. Volvo assumes no responsibility  for death, injury, or expenses that may result from  such
installations.
 New tires
Remember that tires are perishable goods. As of 2000, the manufacturing week and  year will be  indicated with 4 digits
(e.g. 1502 means that the tire illustrated was manufactured during week 15 of 2002).
Tire age
Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used. It is recommended that tires generally be  replaced  after 6
years of normal service. Heat caused by hot climates, frequent high loading conditions or Ultra Violet (U.V) exposure
can accelerate the aging process.
You should replace  the spare tire when you replace  the other road tires due  to the aging of the spare.
A tire's age can be  determined by the DOT stamp on the sidewall (see the illustration above).
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Vehicle care
pg. 161 Vehicle care
Washing and  cleaning the vehicle 162
Paint touch up166
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Washing and cleaning the vehicle
Washing the vehicle
 The vehicle should be  washed at regular intervals  since dirt, dust, insects and  tar spots adhere to the paint and  may
cause damage. It is particularly important to wash the vehicle frequently in the wintertime to prevent corrosion, when
salt has been used on the roads.
 When washing the vehicle, do not expose it to direct sunlight. Use lukewarm water to soften  the dirt before you
wash with a  sponge, and  plenty of water, to avoid scratching.
 Bird droppings: Remove from  paintwork as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may be  permanently damaged.
 A detergent can be  used to facilitate the softening of dirt and  oil.
 A water-soluble grease solvent may be  used in cases of sticky dirt. However, use a  wash place equipped with a
drainage  separator.
 Dry the vehicle with a  clean chamois and  remember to clean the drain holes in the doors and  rocker panels.
 Tar spots can be  removed with kerosene or tar remover after the vehicle has been washed.
 A stiff-bristle brush and  lukewarm soapy water can be  used to clean the wiper blades. Frequent cleaning improves
visibility considerably.
 Wash off the dirt from  the underside (wheel housings, fenders,  etc.).
 In areas of high industrial fallout, more frequent washing is recommended.
CAUTION!
During high pressure washing, the spray mouthpiece must  never be  closer to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
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.
Special moonroof cautions:
 Always close the moonroof  and  sun shade before washing your vehicle.
 Never  use abrasive cleaning agents on the moonroof.
 Never  use wax on the rubber seals  around the moonroof.
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Volvo does not recommend the use of long-life or durable paint protection coatings, some of which  may claim to
prevent pitting, fading, oxidation, etc. These coatings have not been tested by Volvo for compatibility with your
vehicle's clear  coat. Some of them may cause the clear  coat to soften,  crack, or cloud. Damage caused by application
of paint protection coatings may not be  covered under your vehicle's paint warranty.
Side windows with the water  repellent glass coating-option
 Do not apply wax, degreasing agents, etc to this  glass. This could damage the coating.
 Clean the glass surface  with care to avoid scratching.
 Use only suitable plastic scrapers to remove ice or snow from  the windows.
NOTE:  The water repellent coating  is subject to natural wear.
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Washing and cleaning the vehicle
In order to maintain the coating's water repellent characteristics, it should be  treated with a  special compound that is
available at your Volvo retailer.
This treatment should be  carried out for the first time after three years, and  thereafter once a  year.
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Washing and cleaning the vehicle
Cleaning the upholstery
Fabric
Clean with soapy water or a  detergent. For more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream,  shoe polish,  grease, etc., use a
clothing/ fabric stain remover. Consult your Volvo retailer.
Interior plastic components
Cleaning interior  plastic components should be  done  with a  cleaning agent specially designed for this  purpose. Consult
your Volvo retailer.
Alcantera™ suede-like material
Suede -like upholstery can be  cleaned with a  soft cloth and  mild soap solution.
Leather care
Volvo's  leather upholstery is manufactured with a  protectant to repel soiling. Over time, sunlight, grease and  dirt can
break down the protection. Staining, cracking,  scuffing, and  fading can result.
Volvo offers an  easy-to-use, non-greasy leather care kit formulated to clean and  beautify your vehicle's leather, and  to
renew  the protective qualities of its  finish. The cleaner  removes dirt and  oil buildup. The light cream  protectant
restores a  barrier against soil  and  sunlight.
Volvo also offers a  special leather softener that should be  applied  after the cleaner  and  protectant. It leaves leather soft
and  smooth,  and  reduces friction  between leather and  other finishes in the vehicle.
Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and  conditioning your vehicle's leather two to four times a  year. Ask your
Volvo retailer about Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and  Leather Softener 943 7429.
CAUTION!
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Maintenance and servicing
pg. 167 Maintenance and servicing
Volvo service 168
Maintaining your vehicle169
Emission inspection readiness170
Working on your vehicle171
Hood and  engine compartment173
Engine oil174
Fluids176
Wiper blades178
Battery179
Replacing bulbs182
Fuses190
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Volvo service
Maintenance service
Periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle running well. Your Warranty and  Service Records Information
booklet provides  a  comprehensive maintenance schedule up to 150,000 miles (240,000 km) of vehicle service. This
maintenance program contains inspections and  services necessary  for the proper function of your vehicle, and  includes
components that affect vehicle emissions.  The maintenance services contain  several checks that require special
instruments and  tools  and  therefore must  be  performed by a  qualified technician. Volvo advises  you to follow the
service program outlined in this  booklet. To keep your Volvo in top condition, specify time-tested and  proven Genuine
Volvo Parts and  Accessories.
The Federal Clean Air  Act - U.S.
The Federal Clean Air Act  requires vehicle manufacturers to furnish written instructions to the ultimate purchaser  to
assure the proper servicing and  function of the components that control emissions.  These services, which  are listed in
the "Warranty and  Service Records Information booklet," are not covered by the warranty. You will be  required to pay
for labor and  material used.
Maintenance services
Your Volvo passed several major inspections before it was delivered to you, in accordance with Volvo specifications.
The maintenance services outlined in the Warranty and  Service Records Information booklet, many of which  will
positively  affect your vehicle's emissions,  should be  performed as indicated. It is recommended that receipts for
vehicle emission services be  retained in case questions arise concerning  maintenance.
Inspection and  service should also be  performed anytime a  malfunction is observed or suspected.
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Vehicle Event Data (Black Box)
Your vehicle's driving and  safety systems employ computers that monitor, and  share with each other, information
about your vehicle's operation. One or more of these computers may store  what  they monitor, either during normal
vehicle operation or in a  crash or near-crash event. Stored information may be  read and  used by:
 Volvo Car  Corporation
 service and  repair facilities
 law  enforcement or government agencies
 others  who may assert a  legal  right to know, or who obtain your consent to know such information.
Applicable warranties
In accordance with applicable U.S. and  Canadian regulations,  the following list of warranties is provided.
 New Car  Limited Warranty
 Parts and  Accessories Limited Warranty
 Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty
 Seat Belt and  Supplemental Restraint Systems Limited Warranty
 Emission Design and  Defect Warranty
 Emission Performance Warranty
These are the Federal warranties;  other warranties are provided as required by state/ provincial law.  Refer to your
separate Warranty and  Service Records Information booklet for detailed information concerning  each of the warranties.
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Maintaining your vehicle
Owner  maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements and  intervals  are described in your vehicle's Warranty and  Service Records
Information booklet.
The following points  can be  carried out between the normally scheduled maintenance services.
Each time the vehicle  is refueled:
 Check the engine oil level
 Clean the windshield, windshield wipers, headlights, and  tail lights
Monthly:
 Check cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect the tires for wear.
 Check that engine coolant  and  other fluid levels are between the indicated "min" and  "max" markings.
 Clean interior  glass surfaces with a  glass cleaner  and  soft paper towels.
 Wipe driver information displays with a  soft cloth.
 Visually inspect battery terminals for corrosion. Corrosion may indicate a  loose terminal connector,  or a  battery near
the end  of its  useful  service life. Consult your Volvo retailer for additional information.
As needed:
 Wash the vehicle, including the undercarriage, to reduce wear  that can be  caused by a  buildup of dirt, and  corrosion
that can be  caused by salt residues.
 Clean leaves and  twigs from  air intake  vents at the base of the windshield, and  from  other places where  they may
collect.
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Battery
 Ensure that the battery cables are correctly connected and  tightened.
 Never  disconnect the battery when the engine is running (e.g. when replacing the battery).
 Never  use a  fast  charger to charge the battery. The battery cables should be  disconnected when recharging.
 The battery contains acid that is both corrosive and  poisonous. It is important that the battery is handled in an
environmentally friendly way. Let your Volvo dealer  assist you.
Hoisting the vehicle
If a  garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the two jack attachments points  should be  used. They are specially
reinforced to bear the weight of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be  placed under the front  of the engine support
frame. Take care not to damage the splash guard under the engine. Ensure that the jack is positioned so that the vehicle
cannot slide off it. Always use axle stands or similar structures.
If a  two-post hoist  is used to lift the vehicle, the front  and  rear lift arm pads should be  centered  under the reinforced
lift plates on the inboard edge of the sill rail (see illustration).
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Working on your vehicle
WARNING!
The vehicle ignition system has very high voltage!
The voltage  in the ignition system is dangerous!
Do not touch spark plugs, ignition cables or the ignition coil when the engine is running or the ignition is switched
on!
The ignition should be switched off when:
 Conducting engine tests.
 Replacing parts  in the ignition system, such as spark plugs, ignition coil, distributor, ignition cables, etc.
WARNING!
Never  try to repair any  part of the SRS or SIPS  bag  systems yourself. Any interference in the system could cause
malfunction and  serious injury. Any work should only be  performed by an  authorized Volvo workshop.
Belt check
Check the belt regularly to make sure it is in good condition and  is clean. A worn or dirty belt can cause poor cooling
and  low alternator output as well as impair the operation of the power steering and  the air conditioning unit.
NOTE:  The drive belt is equipped with a  self -tensioning mechanism and  requires no adjustment between changes.
WARNING!
The engine must  not be  running when this  check is performed.
Check coolant level
The cooling system must  be  filled with coolant  and  not leak to operate  at maximum efficiency. Check the coolant  level
regularly. The level  should be  between the "MAX" and  "MIN"  marks  on the expansion tank. The check should be
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