2007 VOLVO S80 Owners Manual

Adaptive cruise control is disengaged (goes into standby mode):
If the speed drops below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
When the brake pedal is depressed.
If the gear selector is moved to position N.
During wheel spin or wheel lock-up.
If the vehicle's speed is increased by using the accelerator pedal for more than 1 minute.
NOTE
If the accelerator pedal is depressed for a short period, such as when passing another vehicle, adaptive cruise control
is temporarily disengaged and re-engages when the accelerator pedal is released.
When ACC is disengaged, the driver must assume full control of the vehicle.
Engaging the cruise control function
Before ACC can be used, it must first be put in standby mode.
To do so, press
. The set time interval is briefly shown in the display.
Setting a speed
Use the
or buttons to store (set) the vehicle's current speed. The set speed is shown in the display.
NOTE
Adaptive cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 20 mph (30 km/h).
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Adjusting the set speed
After a speed has been set, it can be increased or decreased by using the
or buttons.
Press and hold down or to increase or decrease the set speed. This will become the set speed when the button
is released.
Press or for approximately a half second and release the button to increase or decrease the set speed by
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h)
When the system is in active mode, the button has the same function as , but results in a smaller increase in
speed.
NOTE
If adaptive cruise control does not react to activation, this may be because the set time interval to the closest
vehicle prevents an increase in speed.
In some situations cruise control cannot be activated. Cruise Control Unavailable is shown in the display, see page
149.
Setting a time interval
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The set time interval to vehicles ahead is increased with and decreased with . The current time interval is
shown briefly in the display following adjustment.
Five different time intervals can be selected.
A longer time interval results in smoother speed control. The recommended time interval is three to five.
Time intervals one and two are primarily intended for driving in queues in heavy traffic, in which case you must
intervene more often.
WARNING
Only use the time interval that is permitted by local traffic regulations.
Deactivating and resuming settings
Cruise control is deactivated, either with a short press on
, or by action taken by the driver, such as braking, etc.
The set speed is then shown in parentheses. Speed and time interval are resumed with one press on
.
WARNING
There may be a significant increase in speed after the
button has been pressed.
A short press on
in standby mode or a long press in active mode deactivates cruise control. The set speed is then
cleared and cannot be resumed.
Symbols on the display
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Messages on the display
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Collision warning system (option)
Introduction
The Collision Warning with Brake Support, (CW) is designed to assist the driver by warning of collision risk. The
brake support helps reduce the collision speed.
WARNING
The collision warning system does not work in all driving situations and traffic, weather and road conditions.
The system does not react to slow moving or stationary vehicles, or vehicles that are not traveling in the same
direction as your vehicle.
Warnings are only provided when the risk of collision is high. The Function section provides information about
limitations that the driver must be aware of before use.
The collision warning system's brake support can only reduce the speed at which a collision occurs if the driver
applies the vehicle's brakes.
WARNING
Never wait for a collision warning. This system is designed to be a supplementary driving aid. It is not, however,
intended to replace the driver's attention and judgement. The driver is responsible for maintaining a safe distance and
speed, even when the collision warning system is in use.
Maintenance of the collision warning system components must only be performed by a trained and qualified
Volvo technician.
Function
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Visual warning signal, collision risk
Sensor
The radar sensor detects vehicles ahead that are moving in the same direction as your vehicle. In the event of a
collision risk, you will be alerted by a red warning light and an audible warning signal.
If the risk of collision increases after the warning, brake support is activated.
The brake support prepares the brake system for rapid braking and the brakes are applied gently, which may be
noticeable. If the brake pedal is depressed quickly then braking is implemented with full brake function, even if the
force on the pedal is light.
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The collision warning system is active at speeds above approximately 5 mph (7 km/h).
Limitations
The visual warning signal may be difficult to see in strong sunlight or when sunglasses are being worn. For this reason
always activate the audible warning signal in such conditions.
NOTE
The visual warning signal may be temporarily disengaged in the event of high passenger compartment temperature
due to strong sunlight, etc. If this occurs, the audible warning signal will be used, even if it has been deactivated in
the menu system.
Warnings may not appear if the distance to the vehicle ahead is very small or if steering wheel and pedal movements
are large, for example, due to a very active driving style.
The collision warning system uses the same radar sensors as adaptive cruise control. For more information on the radar
sensor and its limitations, see page 146
.
WARNING
In certain situations, the system cannot provide warnings, the warning may be delayed, or false warnings may be
given if traffic conditions make it impossible for the radar sensor to detect the vehicle ahead.
If no warning is given, no brake support is provided.
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A delayed warning means that brake support will also be delayed.
The false warnings may be in the form of both audio and visual signals.
NOTE
The number of false warnings can be limited by reducing the warning distance. See the section "Set warning
distance."
Operation
Some settings are controlled from the center console via a menu system. For information on how the menu system is
used, see page 114
.
NOTE
The following settings apply to the collision warning system only and do not affect brake support.
Activating/deactivating warning signals
The collision warning system's audible and visual signals can be activated/deactivated using
. The light in the
button indicates that the warning signals are activated.
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By default, the audible warning signal and warning light are both activated automatically when the vehicle is started.
Automatic activation can be switched off under Car settings
Collision warn. settings On at start up.
The audible warning signal can be separately activated/deactivated separately under Car settings
Collision warn.
settings
Warning sound .
Set warning distance
The sensitivity determines how quickly the visual and any audible warning is triggered. Select one of the options
under Car settings
Collision warn. settings Warning distance .
Checking settings
The current settings are most easily checked by pressing twice on
in quick succession. The settings are shown
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in the display.
Messages on the display
Clean the radar sensor in the grille - The collision warning system is temporarily disengaged. The message is shown
temporarily if for example slush has collected in front of the radar sensor.
Collision warn. Service required - The collision warning system is disengaged. Contact an authorized Volvo workshop
if the message remains.
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Park assist (option)
Introduction
The park assist system(s) are designed to assist you when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc. They utilize
ultrasound sensors located in the bumpers to measure the distance to a vehicle or other object, or a person who may be
close to the front or rear of the vehicle.
WARNING
These systems are designed to be a supplementary aid when parking the vehicle. They are not, however, intended to
replace the driver's attention and judgement.
Function
The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started. The indicator light in the button in the center console
illuminates. The text Park Assist ON is shown in the center console display if reverse gear is selected or if the front
sensors detect an object.
The front park assist system is active from the time the engine is started until the vehicle exceeds a speed of
approximately 10 mph (15 km/h). It is also active when the vehicle is backing up.
Rear park assist is active when the engine is running and reverse gear has been selected.
An intermittent audio signal becomes audible when your vehicle approaches an object. The frequency of the signal
increases as you come closer to the object in front of or behind the vehicle. If the volume of another audio source from
the audio system is high, this will be automatically lowered.
The tone becomes constant at a distance of approximately 1 ft (30 cm). If there are objects within this distance both
behind and in front of the vehicle, the signal alternates between front and rear speakers.
Rear park assist
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The distance monitored behind the vehicle is approximately 5 ft (1.5 m). The signal comes from the rear speakers.
The system must be deactivated when towing a trailer, carrying bicycles in a rear-mounted carrier, etc, which could
trigger the rear park assist system's sensors.
NOTE
Rear park assist is deactivated automatically when towing a trailer if Volvo genuine trailer wiring is used.
Front park assist
The distance monitored in front of the vehicle is approximately 2.5 ft (0.8 m). The signal comes from the front
speakers.
It may not be possible to combine auxiliary headlights and front park assist since these lights could trigger the system's
sensors.
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Park assist (option)
Faults in the system
If the information symbol illuminates and Park Assist syst Service required is shown on the information display, this
indicates that the system is not functioning properly and has been disengaged. Consult a Volvo retailer or authorized
Volvo service technician.
CAUTION
In certain circumstances, the park assist system may give unexpected warning signals that can be caused by external
sound sources that use the same ultrasound frequencies as the system. This may include such things as the horns of
other vehicles, wet tires on asphalt, pneumatic brakes, motorcycle exhaust pipes, etc. This does not indicate a fault in
the system.
Activating/deactivating
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Press the Park assist button on the center console to temporarily deactivate the system(s). The indicator light in the
button will go out when the system(s) have been deactivated.
If the vehicle is equipped with front and rear park assist, both systems will be deactivated by pressing the button.
Park assist will be automatically reactivated the next time the engine is started, or if the button is pressed (the indicator
light in the button will illuminate).
NOTE
Front park assist is disengaged automatically when the parking brake is applied.
Cleaning the sensors
The sensors must be cleaned regularly to ensure that they work properly. Clean them with water and a suitable car
washing detergent.
Ice and snow covering the sensors may cause incorrect warning signals.
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Blind Spot Information System (option)
Introduction
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