
available at the time of publication. Please note that some vehicles may be  equipped differently, depending on special
legal  requirements. Optional equipment described in this  manual  may not be  available in all markets.
Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any  time, or to change specifications or design without notice  and
without incurring obligation.
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Introduction
WARNING!
CALIFORNIA  proposition 65
Engine exhaust, some of its  constituents, and  certain vehicle components contain  or emit chemicals known to the
state of California to cause cancer, and  birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained
in vehicles and  certain products  of component  wear  contain  or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, and  birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING!
If your vehicle is involved in an  accident, unseen damage may affect your vehicle's drivability and  safety.
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Volvo and the environment
Volvo is committed to the well being of its  customers. As a  natural part of this  commitment, we care about the
environment in which  we all live. Caring for the environment means an  everyday involvement in reducing our
environmental impact.
Volvo's  environmental activities are based on a  holistic  view,  which  means we consider the overall environmental
impact of a  product throughout its  complete life cycle. In this  context,  design, production, product use, and  recycling
are all important considerations.
In production, Volvo has partly or completely  phased out several chemicals including freons, lead chromates,
naphtanates, asbestos, mercury and  cadmium; and  reduced the amount of chemicals used in our plants 50% since 1991.
Volvo was the first in the world to introduce into production a  three-way catalytic converter with a  Lambda sond, now
called oxygen  sensor, in 1976. The current version  of this  highly efficient system reduces emissions  of harmful
substances (CO, HC, NOx) from  the exhaust pipe by approximately 95% and  the search to eliminate the remaining
emissions  continues. Volvo is the only automobile manufacturer to offer  CFC-free retrofit kits  for the air conditioning
system of all models as far back as the 1975 model 240. Advanced electronic  engine controls, refined purification
systems and  cleaner  fuels  are bringing us closer to our goal.
After Volvo vehicles and  parts  have fulfilled their use, recycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle.
The metal content  is about 75% of the total weight of a  vehicle, which  makes the vehicle among the most  recycled
industrial products.  In order to have efficient and  well controlled recycling, many Volvo variants have printed
dismantling manuals, indicating the weight and  material of individual components. For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic
parts  weighing more than 1.7 oz.  (50 grams) are marked with international symbols that indicate how the component  is
to be  sorted  for recycling.
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Volvo recommends the use of detergent gasoline to control engine deposits. Detergent  gasoline is effective in keeping
injectors  and  intake  valves clean. Consistent use of deposit control gasolines will help ensure good drivability and  fuel
economy. If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains deposit control additives, check with the service station
operator.
NOTE: Volvo does not recommend the use of external fuel injector cleaning systems.
Unleaded fuel
Each Volvo has a  three-way catalytic converter and  must  use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and  Canadian regulations
require that pumps delivering unleaded gasoline be  labelled "UNLEADED".  Only these pumps have nozzles which  fit
your vehicle's filler  inlet. It is unlawful to dispense  leaded fuel into a  vehicle labelled "unleaded gasoline only".
Leaded  gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and  the heated oxygen  sensor system. Repeated use of
leaded gasoline will lessen  the effectiveness of the emission control system and  could result in loss of emission
warranty coverage. State and  local  vehicle inspection programs will make detection of misfueling easier, possibly
resulting in emission test failure for misfueled  vehicles.
NOTE: Some U.S. and  Canadian gasolines contain  an  octane enhancing additive called methyl-cyclopentadienyl
manganese  tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuels  are used, your Emission Control System  performance may be  affected,
and  the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) located on your instrument panel may light. If this  occurs,
please return your vehicle to an  authorized Volvo retailer for service.
Gasoline containing  alcohol and ethers "Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates"  which  are usually alcohols or ethers. In some areas, state or
local  laws require that the service pump be  marked indicating use of alcohols or ethers. However, there are areas in
which  the pumps are unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is alcohol  or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check
with the service station operator. To meet  seasonal air quality standards, some areas require the use of "oxygenated"
fuel.
Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygenated" fuels; however,  the octane ratings listed on this  page must  still  be
met.
Alcohol - Ethanol: Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol  by volume may be  used. Ethanol may also be  referred to as
Ethyl alcohol,  or "Gasohol".
Ethers - MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be  used.
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Fuel requirements
Octane rating
Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated horsepower, torque, and  fuel economy performance using premium 91
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higher engine speeds to heat the three-way catalytic converter as quickly as possible.
Automatic transmission  - adaptive system
The automatic  transmission is controlled by an  adaptive control system that constantly monitors the way in which  the
transmission functions. It senses and  adapts each gear shift for optimal performance.
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Geartronic (option)
P Park
Use this  position when starting the engine or parking the vehicle.
Never use P while the vehicle  is in motion.
The parking brake should also be  set whenever  the vehicle is parked.
The gear selector is mechanically locked in the P position (SHIFTLOCK). To release the gear selector from  this
position, the engine must  be  running (or the ignition key  must  be  in position II) and  the brake pedal must  be
depressed.
WARNING!
Never  leave the vehicle unattended when the engine is running. If, by mistake, the gear selector is moved from  P, the
vehicle may start moving.
R (Reverse)
Never  engage R while the vehicle is moving.
N (Neutral)
Neutral - no gear engaged. Use the parking brake.
D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position and  should be  used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. The vehicle
should not be  moving when shifting from  R  to the D position.
Shift gate positions
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.
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Precautions when the vehicle  is in tow
 The steering wheel must  be  unlocked. Turn  the ignition key  to position I or II.
 The gear selector must  be  in position N.
 Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not exceed the maximum allowable towing speed.
 Maximum distance with front  wheels on ground: 50 miles (80 km).
 While  the vehicle is being towed,  try to keep the tow rope taut at all times.
 The vehicle should only be  towed  in forward direction.
CAUTION!
- Please check with state and  local  authorities 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 vehicle'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 130
).
- If the vehicle is being towed  on a  flat bed  truck, the towing eyelets must  not be  used to secure the vehicle on the
flat bed.  Consult the tow truck operator.
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Towing
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 vehicle up onto a  flat bed  tow truck.
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VOLVO S60
Specifications
pg. 197 Specifications
Label information 198
Dimensions and  weights200
Capacities202
Engine oil203
Fluids  and  cooling system204
Three way catalytic converter205
Suspension206
Electrical system207
Engine specifications209
Volvo programs210
All specifications are subject to change without  prior notice.
pg. 198 Specifications
Label information
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Fluids
Transmission1
Oil grade
Manual: MTF 97309
Automatic :
AW5 
TF-80SC (S60R) JWS 3309
JWS 3309
Different types of oil should never be  mixed.
Power steering
Grade:  Volvo synthetic power steering fluid (Pentosin CHF  11S) P/N 1161529 or equivalent.
Brake fluid
Fluid type:  DOT 4+  boiling point >536°F (280°C).
Cooling system Type Positive pressure, closed system.
Coolant Volvo original coolant/ antifreeze
Volume 9.3 US qts (8.8 liters)
The thermostat begins to open  at 194°F (90°C).
1. The  transmission oil does not normally need to  be  changed  during the service life  of the vehicle. However, it  may be  necessary to  replace the oil
if the vehicle is often driven  in  areas of sustained temperature  extremes (hot or cold), when  towing  a trailer  over  long  distances, for  prolonged
driving in  mountainous  areas, or if the vehicle is often driven  short distances in  temperatures  under 40°F (5°C).
pg. 205 Specifications
Three way catalytic converter
Three-way catalytic converter cautions
 Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain  engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or
distributor ignition systems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Do not continue  to
operate  your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions, such
as engine overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three-
way catalytic converter.
 Do not park your vehicle over combustible materials, such as grass or leaves, which  can come into contact with the
hot exhaust system and  cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and  weather conditions.
 Excessive starter cranking (in excess of one  minute), or an  intermittently  firing or flooded engine can cause three-
way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating.
 Remember that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine, the Electronic Control Module, or the vehicle
may be  illegal and  can cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating. This includes:
- Altering fuel injection setting or components.
- Altering emission system components or location or removing components.
- Repeated use of leaded fuel.
NOTE:  Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with three-way catalytic converters.
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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
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