
Windshield wipers
 Windshield wipers off
If the lever is in the 0 position and  you move it upwards, the wipers will sweep one  stroke  at a  time for as long as you
hold the lever up.
 Intermittent wiper  function
With the lever in this  position, you can set the wiper interval by twisting the control ring 1 upward to increase wiper
speed or downward to decrease  the speed.
Headlight wiper/washer (certain models)
When the lever is pulled to wash the windshield, high pressure jets mounted in the bumper will spray the headlights.
CAUTION!
Use ample  washer fluid when washing the windshield. The windshield should be  thoroughly wet  when the wipers
are in operation.
 To conserve washer fluid in driving conditions where  the windshield washers are used frequently, the headlights
will only be  washed once for every five times the windshield is washed within a  10-minute period.
 A short pull on the lever will wash the windshield only.
 When approximately 1 US quart (1 liter)  remains in the washer fluid reservoir, the headlights will not be  washed
when the lever is pulled to conserve washer fluid for the windshield.
NOTE:  R-models are also equipped with headlight wipers, which  are activated along with the washer function.
Rain sensor (option)
The rain sensor automatically  regulates wiper speed according  to the amount of water on the windshield.
The sensitivity  of the sensor can be  adjusted by twisting ring 1 up (the wipers will sweep the windshield more
frequently)  or down (the wipers will sweep the windshield less frequently).
Activating  the rain sensor:
- Turn  the ignition key  to at least position I and  put the windshield wiper lever in position 0.
- Press button 2. An LED  in the button will light up to indicate that the rain sensor is active.
Deactivating the rain sensor:
- Press button 2.
or
- Move the windshield wiper lever down  to another position.
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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.
pg. 137 Starting and driving
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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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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Washer fluid  reservoir
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and  holds approx. 6.8 US qts (6.4 liters) or 4.8 US qts
(4.5 liters) on the S60 R.
During cold weather, the reservoir should be  filled with windshield washer solvent containing antifreeze.
Changing coolant
Normally, the coolant  does not need to be  changed. If the system must  be  drained, consult your Volvo retailer.
NOTE: Do not top off with water only. This reduces the rust-protective and  antifreeze  qualities of the coolant  and  has
a  lower boiling point. It can also cause damage to the cooling system if it should freeze.  Top off with Volvo Genuine
Coolant/Antifreeze only (a 50/ 50 mix of water and  antifreeze).
CAUTION!
The cooling system must  always be  kept filled to the correct level.  If it is not kept filled, there can be  high local
temperatures in the engine which  could result in damage. Different types of antifreeze/ coolant  may not be  mixed.
Check coolant  regularly!
WARNING!
 Never  remove the radiator cap while the engine is warm. Wait  until the vehicle cools.
 If it is necessary  to top up the coolant  when the engine is warm, unscrew the expansion tank cap slowly so that the
overpressure dissipates.
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Installing the new bulb:
- Insert the new bulb into the holder by pressing it in and  turning it clockwise.
- Reinsert the bulb holder in the headlight housing and  twist  it clockwise until it seats  properly.
Turn signal,  passenger's side
- Switch off the headlights and  turn the ignition switch to position 0.
- Remove radiator pipe (1) from  the box.
- Remove filler  pipe screw (2).
- Pull the filler  pipe (3) straight up.
- Remove vent hose (4) from  filler  pipe.
Installing the new bulb:
- Replace the bulb (same procedure as the driver's side bulb).
- Ensure that the seal between the washer fluid reservoir and  the filler  pipe is correctly positioned.
- Press the filler  pipe (3) back into position.
- Press the vent hose (4) into place on the filler  pipe.
- Reinstall and  tighten the filler  pipe screw (2).
- Reinstall the radiator pipe to the box (1).
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Replacing bulbs
Side marker light
- Turn  the lamp holder counterclockwise and  pull it out.
- Pull out the defective bulb and  insert a  new one.
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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
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Turn  signal, rear187
Turn  signals55
Type designations198
U
Uniform  Tire Quality Grading155
, 159
Unlocking the car100
Unlocking the trunk100
Use of Additives107
V
Valet key96
Valet locking50
Vanity mirror85
Vanity mirror bulb, changing189
Vehicle Event Data168
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)199
Vehicle loading153
Vehicle weights201
VIN (Vehicle  Identification Number)199
Volvo and  the environment4
W
W  - Winter117
, 119
Warning symbol  in center  of dashboard45
Warranties168
Washer fluid reservoir173, 176
Washing the car162
Waxing163
Weight  distribution114
Weights201
Windshield washer fluid reservoir176
Windshield wipers56
Winter/Wet driving mode136
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