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 Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
 Note  that roof racks, ski racks, etc, increase air resistance  and  also fuel consumption.
 Avoid using automatic  transmission kickdown  feature unless necessary.
 However, at higher driving speeds, fuel consumption will be  lower with the air conditioning on and  the windows
closed than with the air conditioning off and  the windows open.
 Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can help you learn how to drive more economically.
Other factors  that decrease gas mileage are:
 Dirty air cleaner
 Dirty engine oil and  clogged oil filter
 Dragging brakes
 Incorrect front  end  alignment.
Some of the above mentioned items and  others  are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals.
NOTE:  Vehicles equipped with automatic  transmissions  should use (D)rive  as often as possible and  avoid using
"kickdown"  to help improve fuel economy.
CAUTION!
Drive slowly and  carefully if going through standing water (i.e. flooded roadways, etc.). Damage to the engine could
result if excess water is drawn in through the air intake  system. Never  drive the vehicle in water deeper than 1 foot
(300 mm).
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Handling  and road holding
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a  tendency to understeer, which  means that the steering wheel has to be
turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a  bend.
This ensures good stability and  reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the
vehicle load. The heavier  the load in the trunk (max. 220 lbs, 100 kg), the less the tendency to understeer.
Handling,  roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design and  inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling. Therefore,  check that the tires are inflated to
the recommended pressure according  to the vehicle load. See  "Tire  pressure" section.
Loads  should be  distributed so that capacity weight or maximum permissible axle loads are not exceeded.
Speed-sensitive power steering (Option on certain models)
With this  feature, the steering is most  responsive at lower speeds to make parking, driving in city traffic,  etc., easier.
The effect of the power steering diminishes as you accelerate for greater stability at highway  speeds.
Driving through  water
The vehicle can be  driven through water up to a  depth of approximately 9 in. (25 cm), at a  maximum speed of 6 mph
(10 km/h).
Take particular care when driving through flowing water.
Clean the electrical connections for trailer wiring after driving in mud or water When driving through water, maintain
low speed and  do not stop in the water.
WARNING!
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Low beam headlight
(Halogen headlights)
Removing the defective bulb:
- Switch off the headlights and  turn the ignition switch to position 0.
- Remove the plastic cover.
- Disconnect the wiring connector.
- Loosen  the retaining spring by first moving it to the right and  then moving it outward and  downward, out of the way.
- Pull out the defective bulb.
Installing the new bulb:
- Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass, with the guide lug upward. The bulb will only seat properly in this
position.
- Move the retaining spring up and  push it slightly  to the left until it seats  properly.
- Reconnect the wiring connector.
- Reinstall the plastic cover.
NOTE: If the vertical aim of your headlights needs to be  adjusted for any  reason (e.g., towing a  trailer for extended
periods), this  should be  done  by an  authorized Volvo retailer.
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High beam headlight
(Halogen headlights)
Removing the defective bulb:
- Switch off the headlights and  turn the ignition switch to position 0.
- Remove the cover to access the bulb assembly.
- Turn  the bulb counterclockwise and  pull it out.
- Disconnect the wiring connector  by pressing the lock tab out and  pulling.
- Twist the bulb counterclockwise, and  pull it out of the holder.
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Replacing bulbs
Installing the new bulb:
- Connect the wiring connector  to the new bulb until it clicks into place.
- Insert the bulb into the headlight housing and  turn it until it is securely in place.
- Press the cover back into place.
Parking  light
(Halogen headlights)
Removing the defective bulb:
- Switch off the headlights and  turn the ignition switch to position 0.
- Remove the plastic cover of the low beam headlight assembly. Pull out the parking light holder.
- Pull the bulb out of the holder.
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Fuses
Fuses in the trunk
The fuses in the cargo area are located behind the panel on the driver's side of the cargo compartment. 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. Backup lights 10
2. Parking lights, foglights, cargo area lighting, license plate  lighting, brake lights 20
3. Accessory control module 15
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5. Rear Electronic Module 10
6. CD-changer (option), Navigation  system (option) 7.5
7. Trailer wiring (30-feed) 15
8. 12-volt socket - cargo area 15
9. Rear passenger's  side door - power window, power window cutout function 20
10. Rear driver's side door - power window, power window cutout function 20
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17. Accessory audio 5
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19. Folding head restraints 15
20. Trailer wiring (15-feed) 20
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23. All Wheel Drive 7.5
24. Four-C chassis system (option) 15
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26. Park assist (option) 5
27. Main fuse:  trailer wiring, Four-C, park assist, All Wheel Drive 30
28. Central  locking system 15
29. Driver's side trailer lighting: parking lights, turn signal 25
30. Passenger's  side trailer lighting: parking light, brake light, fog light, turn signal 25
31. Main fuse:  fuses 37 and  38 40
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Fuses
No.Amperage
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38. Heated rear window 20
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