
In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered  internal combustion engines,
Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology  alternative-fuel vehicles.
When you drive a  Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen  the vehicle's impact on the environment.
To reduce your vehicle's environmental impact, you can:
 Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased  fuel economy with improperly  inflated tires.
 Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in your Warranty and  Service Records Information booklet.
 Drive at a  constant speed.
 See  an  authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunction indicator) lamp
illuminates,  or stays on after the vehicle has started.
 Properly  dispose of any  vehicle-related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc.
 When cleaning your vehicle, use Volvo's  own vehicle care products,  all of which  have systematically been adapted
to the environment.
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Important warnings
Accessory Installation
 We strongly recommend that Volvo owners install  only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and  that accessory
installations be  performed only by the factory-trained technicians at your authorized Volvo retailer.
 Genuine Volvo accessories are tested to ensure compatibility with the performance, safety, and  emission systems in
your vehicle. Additionally, your authorized Volvo retailer knows where  accessories may and  may not be  safely
installed in your Volvo. In all cases, please consult your authorized Volvo retailer before installing any  accessory  in or
on your vehicle.
 Accessories that have not been approved by Volvo may or may not be  specifically tested for compatibility with your
vehicle. Additionally, an  inexperienced installer may not be  familiar with some of your vehicle's systems.
 Any of your vehicle's performance and  safety systems could be  adversely affected if you install  accessories that
Volvo has not tested, or if you allow accessories to be  installed by someone unfamiliar with your vehicle.
 Damage caused by unapproved or improperly  installed accessories may not be  covered by your new vehicle
warranty. See  your Warranty and  Service Records Information booklet for more warranty information. Volvo assumes
no responsibility  for death, injury, or expenses that may result from  the installation  of non-genuine accessories.
Driver Distraction
 Driver distraction results from  driver activities that are not directly related to controlling the vehicle in the driving
environment. Your new Volvo is, or can be,  equipped with many feature-rich entertainment and  communication
systems. These include  hands-free cellular telephones, navigation systems, and  multipurpose audio systems. You may
also own other portable electronic  devices for your own convenience. When used properly and  safely, they enrich the
driving experience. Improperly used, any  of these could cause a  distraction.
 For all of these systems, we want  to provide the following warning that reflects  the strong Volvo concern for your
safety:
 Never  use these devices or any  feature of your vehicle in a  way that distracts you from  the task of driving safely.
Distraction  can lead to a  serious accident.In addition to this  general  warning, we offer  the following guidance
regarding specific newer  features that may be  found in your vehicle:
 Never  use a  hand -held cellular telephone while driving. Some jurisdictions  prohibit cellular telephone use by a
driver while the vehicle is moving.
 If your vehicle is equipped with a  navigation system, set and  make changes to your travel itinerary only with the
vehicle parked.
 Never  program your audio system while the vehicle is moving. Program  radio presets with the vehicle parked, and
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 Never  drink and  drive.
 If you are taking any  medication,  consult your physician about its  potential effects on your driving abilities.
 Take a  driver-retraining course.
 Have your eyes checked regularly.
 Keep your windshield and  headlights clean.
 Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks.
 Take into account the traffic,  road, and  weather conditions, particularly with regard to stopping  distance.
Reporting safety defects  in the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a  defect  which  could cause a  crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National  Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Volvo Cars
of North America,  LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open  an  investigation, and  if it finds that a
safety defect  exists in a  group of vehicles, it may order a  recall and  remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer, or Volvo Cars of North America,  LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call  the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation,
Washington D.C. 20590.
You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from:
http://www.safecar.gov
Volvo strongly recommends that if your vehicle is covered under a  service campaign, safety or emission recall or
similar action,  it should be  completed as soon as possible. Please check with your local  retailer or Volvo Cars of North
America,  LLC if your vehicle is covered under these conditions.
NHTSA  can be reached at:
Internet: http://www.nhtsa.gov
Telephone: 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
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Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects
Reporting safety defects  in Canada
If you believe your vehicle has a  defect  that could cause a  crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform Transport Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.
To contact Transport Canada, call  (800) 333-0510, or (613) 993-9851 if you are calling from  the Ottawa region.
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Seat belts
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locked/unlocked using the master key  or the remote control.
To use this  function:
- Turn  the master key  to position II.
- Press the "Valet  lock"  button. An LED  in the button will light up and  "VALET LOCK
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Switches in the center console
ON" will be  displayed in the text window to indicate that this  function is activated.
- The function can be  turned off (deactivated) by turning the ignition key  to position II and  pressing the "Valet  lock"
button again (the LED  in the button will go out and  VALET LOCK OFF" will be  displayed in the text window).
 Temporarily  disconnecting the alarm sensors (option)
See  page 104
 for more details.
12 volt socket
This 12 volt socket can be  used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The ignition key  must  be
in position 1 (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.
NOTE:  The auxiliary sockets  can also be  used for cigarette  lighters, which  are available at your Volvo retailer.
Front/rear park assist (option/accessory)
See  page 138
 for more information on this  function.
Active Bi -Xenon headlights (ABL) - option
The beams of ABL headlights adjust laterally to help light up a  curve according  to movements of the steering wheel
when the vehicle is turning. This function is activated automatically  when the engine is started and  can be
deactivated/reactivated by pressing the button. The indicator light in the button is on when the function is activated.
See  also page 53
.
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Steering wheel adjustment
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WARNING!
Cruise control should not be  used in heavy traffic  or when driving on wet  or slippery roads, or when driving on
unpaved or uneven road surfaces. Cruise control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades.
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Parking brake, auxiliary socket/cigarette lighter
Parking  brake (hand  brake)
The lever is located between the front  seats.  The brake is applied  to the rear wheels.
When applying the parking brake 
- Press firmly on the brake pedal.
- Pull up the parking brake lever as far as possible.
WARNING!
Always apply the parking brake fully when the vehicle is parked. The indicator light will light up even if the parking
brake has only been partially applied.  Always pull up the lever as far as possible.
- Release the brake pedal and  ensure that the vehicle is at a  standstill.
- Put the gear selector in P (automatic transmission) or in 1st gear (manual transmission).
Parking  on a hill
 If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front  wheels so that they point away from  the curb.
 If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front  wheels so that they point toward the curb.
Releasing the parking brake
- Press firmly on the brake pedal. - Pull the lever up slightly,  press the button at the end  of the lever and  lower the lever
completely.
Auxiliary sockets
The 12 volt sockets  can be  used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key  must  be  in
position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.
NOTE:  The cover should be  folded down when the auxiliary socket is not in use.
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octane fuel.
Volvo recommends premium for best performance, but using 87 octane or above will not affect engine reliability.
In demanding  driving conditions, such as operating the vehicle in hot weather, towing a  trailer, or driving for extended
periods  at higher altitudes than normal, it may be  advisable to switch to higher octane fuel (91 or higher) or to change
gasoline brands to fully utilize your engine's capacity, and  for the smoothest possible operation.
NOTE: When switching to higher octane fuel or changing gasoline brands, it may be  necessary  to fill the tank more
than once before a  difference in engine operation is noticeable.
Fuel Formulations
Do not use gasoline that contains lead as a  knock  inhibitor,  and  do not use lead additives. Besides damaging  the
exhaust emission control systems on your vehicle, lead has been strongly linked to certain forms of cancer.
Many fuels  contain  benzene as a  solvent. Unburned benzene has been strongly linked to certain forms of cancer. If you
live in an  area where  you must  fill your own gas tank, take precautions. These may include:
 standing upwind away from  the filler  nozzle while refueling
 refueling only at gas stations with vapor recovery systems that fully seal the mouth of the filler  neck during
refueling
 wearing neoprene gloves while handling a  fuel filler  nozzle.
Use of Additives
With the exception of gas line antifreeze  during winter months,  do not add  solvents, thickeners, or other store -bought
additives to your vehicle's fuel, cooling, or lubricating systems. Overuse may damage your engine, and  some of these
additives contain  organically volatile chemicals. Do not needlessly expose yourself to these chemicals.
WARNING!
Never  carry a  cell  phone  that is switched  on while refueling your vehicle. If the phone  rings, this  may cause a  spark
that could ignite gasoline fumes,  resulting in fire and  injury.
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Fuel requirements
WARNING!
Carbon  monoxide is a  poisonous, colorless, and  odorless gas. It is present in all exhaust gases. If you ever smell
exhaust fumes  inside the vehicle, make sure the passenger  compartment is ventilated,  and  immediately return the
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