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your vehicle. Although your vehicle's battery is located under the floor of the trunk, jumper cables should be
connected in the engine compartment, to the points shown in the illustrations.
If the 12-volt auxiliary battery to be used is in another vehicle, check that the vehicles are not touching to prevent
premature completion of a circuit. Be sure to follow jump starting instructions provided for the other vehicle.
To jump start your vehicle:
- Switch off the ignition.
- First connect the auxiliary battery positive (+) terminal (1) to the positive (+) terminal in your vehicle's engine
compartment (2), located under a small black plastic cover attached to the fuse box cover, marked with a "+" sign.
Remove the cover on the main fuse box if necessary to access this terminal. Then connect the auxiliary battery's
negative (-) terminal (3) to the ground point in your vehicle's engine compartment (4).
- Start the engine in the assisting vehicle, then start the engine in the vehicle with dead battery.
- After the engine has started, first remove the negative (-) terminal jumper cable. Then remove the positive (+)
terminal jumper cable.
WARNING!
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or to any moving parts. Avoid touching hot
manifolds.
Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
Do not smoke near the battery.
Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If
contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately with water. Obtain medical help immediately if eyes are affected.
Failure to follow the instructions for jump starting can lead to personal injury.
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Towing a trailer
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer hitches that are specially designed for the vehicle.
Maximum trailer weight recommended by Volvo is: Trailers without brakes: 1650 lbs (750 kg) Trailers with brakes:
2" (50 mm) ball - 3300 lbs* (1500 kg), 1 7/8" (47 mm) ball - 2000 lbs (900 kg). Observe the legal requirements of the
state/province in which the vehicles are
All Volvo models are equipped with energy-absorbing shock-mounted bumpers. Trailer hitch installation should not
interfere with the proper operation of this bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any particular problems, but take into consideration:
Increase tire pressure to recommended full. See section "Wheels and tires."
When your vehicle is new, avoid towing heavy trailers during the first 620 miles (1000 km).
Recommended hitch tongue load is: Trailer weights below 2,650 lbs (1,200 kg) - 110 lbs (50 kg) Trailer weights
above 2,650 lbs (1,200 kg) - 165 lbs (75 kg)
Maximum speed when towing a trailer: 50 mph (80 km/h).
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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.
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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.
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Replacing fuses
If an electrical component fails to function, it is possible that a fuse has blown.
Fuses are located in four different places:
1. Relays/fuse box in the engine compartment
2. Fuse box in the passenger compartment, behind plastic cover
3. Fuse box in the passenger compartment, on the edge of the dashboard
4. Fuse box in the cargo area
A label on the inside of each cover indicates the amperage and the electrical components that are connected to each
fuse.
The easiest way to see if a fuse is blown is to remove it. Pull the fuse straight out. If a fuse is difficult to remove, you
will find a special fuse removal tool (and several extra fuses) in the passenger compartment fuse box on the driver's
end of dashboard. From the side, examine the curved metal wire (see the illustration above) to see if it is broken. If so,
put in a new fuse of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse). Spare fuses are stored in the fuse box in the
passenger compartment. If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by an authorized Volvo
retailer.
WARNING!
Never use fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the following pages. Doing so could overload the
vehicle's electrical system.
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Fuses
Relay/Fuse box in the engine compartment
When replacing fuses, be sure to replace a blown fuse with a new one of the same color and amperage (written on the
fuse).
Fuses in the engine compartment
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No.Amperage
1. ABS 30
2. ABS 30
3. Headlight washers (certain models) 35
4. -
5. Auxiliary lights (option) 20
6. Starter motor relay 35
7. Windshield wipers 25
8. Fuel pump 15
9. Transmission control module (R-models) 15
10. Ignition coils, engine control module 20
11. Throttle pedal sensor, A/C compressor, e -box fan 10
12. Engine control module, fuel injectors, mass airflow sensor 15
13. Throttle housing control module 10
14. Heated oxygen sensor 20
15. Crankcase ventilation heater, solenoid valves 10
16. Driver's side low beam headlight 20
17. Passenger's side low beam headlight 20
18. -
19. Engine control module feed, engine relay 5
20. Parking lights 15
21. -
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Fuses
Fuse box in the passenger compartment, behind the plastic cover
This fuse box is located behind the plastic cover below the steering wheel. When replacing a blown fuse, be sure to
replace it with a new one of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
No. Amperage
1. Heated passenger's seat (option) 15
2. Heated driver's seat (option) 15
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Fuse box on the edge of the dashboard
Fuses are located inside the access panel on the edge of the dashboard. There are also a number of spare fuses.No. Amperage
1. Power driver's seat (option) 25
2. Power passenger's seat (option) 25
3. Climate system blower 30
4. Control module - front passenger's door 25
5. Control module - driver's door 25
6. Ceiling lighting, upper electrical control module 10
7. Moon roof (option) 15
8. Ignition switch, SRS system, engine control module, immobilizer, transmission control module (R-
models) 7.5
9. Onboard diagnostics, headlight switch, steering wheel angle sensor, steering wheel control module 5
10. Audio system 20
11. Audio system amplifier 30
12. Navigation system display (option) 10
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