2007 VOLVO S80 Owners Manual

BLIS camera
Indicator light
BLIS symbol
The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) is an information system that indicates the presence of another vehicle
moving in the same direction as your vehicle in the sideview mirror's "blind area."
WARNING
BLIS is an information system, NOT a warning or safety system.
BLIS does not eliminate the need for you to visually confirm the conditions around you, and the need for you to
turn your head and shoulders to make sure that you can safely change lanes.
As the driver, you have full responsibility for changing lanes in a safe manner.
The system is based on digital camera technology. The cameras
are located beneath the side-view mirrors.
When one (or both) of the cameras have detected a vehicle in the blind area (up to approximately 10 ft. (3 meters)
from the side of your vehicle, and up to approximately 31 ft. (9.5 meters) behind the side-view mirror), see the
illustration in the right column, the indicator light in the door panel
illuminates. The light will glow continuously to
alert the driver of the vehicle in the blind area.
NOTE
The door panel indicator light illuminates on the side of the vehicle where the system has detected another vehicle. If
your vehicle is passed on both sides at the same time, both lights will illuminate.
BLIS has an integrated function that alerts the driver if a fault should occur with the system. For example, if one or
both of the system's cameras are obscured, a message (see the table on page 157
) will appear in the information
display in the instrument panel. If this occurs, clean the camera lenses. If necessary, the system can be temporarily
switched off (for instructions, see page 157
).
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Blind Spot Information System (option)
When does BLIS function
The system functions when your vehicle is moving at speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h).
When you pass another vehicle:
The system reacts when you pass another vehicle at a speed of up to 6 mph (10 km/h) faster than that vehicle.
When you are passed by another vehicle:
The system reacts if your vehicle is passed by another vehicle at a speed of up to 43 mph (70 km/h) faster than your
vehicle.
WARNING
BLIS does not function in sharp curves.
BLIS does not function when your vehicle is backing up.
If you are towing a wide trailer, this may prevent the BLIS cameras from detecting other vehicles in adjacent
lanes.
How BLIS functions in daylight and darkness
Daylight
BLIS reacts to the shape of surrounding vehicles. The system is designed to help detect motor vehicles such as cars,
trucks, buses, motorcycles, etc.
Darkness
BLIS reacts to the headlights of surrounding vehicles. In order to be detected by BLIS, a vehicle in the blind area
must have its headlights on. This means, for example, that the system will not detect a trailer without headlights that is
being towed behind a car or truck.
WARNING
BLIS does not react to cyclists or mopeds.
BLIS does not react to vehicles that are standing still.
The function of the BLIS cameras may be affected by intense light, or when driving at night in areas where there
are no external sources of light (e.g., street lights, other vehicles, etc.). In such cases, the system may react as if the
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cameras were obscured.
In both of the above mentioned conditions, a message will appear in the information display.
When driving in such conditions, the system's function will be limited or it may be temporarily switched off. See
page 157
for instructions.
When the message is no longer displayed, BLIS will return to normal function.
The BLIS cameras have the same limitation as the human eye. In other words, their "vision is impaired" by
adverse weather conditions such as heavy snowfall, dense fog, etc.
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Blind Spot Information System (option)
Cleaning the BLIS camera lenses
In order to function optimally, the BLIS camera lenses must be kept clean. They can be wiped clean with a soft cloth
or wet sponge.
CAUTION
Clean the lenses carefully to avoid scratching.
The lenses are electrically heated to help melt ice or snow. If necessary, gently brush away snow from the lenses.
Switching BLIS on and off
BLIS is automatically activated when the ignition is switched on. The indicator lights will provide confirmation by
flashing 3 times.
The system can be switched off by pressing the BLIS button in the center console (see the illustration above). The
indicator light in the button goes out when the system is switched off, and a text message is displayed.
BLIS can be switched on again by pressing the button. The indicator light in the button will illuminate and a new
text message will be displayed. Press the READ button (see age 116
) to erase the message.
BLIS system messages
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Passenger compartment convenience
Storage spaces
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Passenger compartment convenience
Compartment in door panel
Storage pocket on the front edge of the front seat cushions
Ticket clip
Glove compartment
Storage compartment, 12 V socket and AUX input
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Jacket holder
Cup holder in armrest, rear seat
Storage pocket
Tunnel console
Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.) under armrest.
Includes cup holder for driver and passenger, 12 V socket and small storage compartment.
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (option)
Your Volvo retailer has lighters and ashtrays available as accessories.
Glove compartment
The owner's manual and maps can be kept here. There are also holders for pens and fuel cards. The glove
compartment can be locked manually with the key blade, see page 60
.
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Passenger compartment convenience
Vanity mirror
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The light comes on automatically when the cover is lifted.
Jacket holder
The jacket holder is only designed for light clothing.
12-volt sockets
The electrical socket can be used for 12-volt accessories such as cell phone chargers and coolers. The maximum
current is 10 A. For the socket to supply current, the ignition must be in at least mode I, see page 75
.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
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Passenger compartment convenience
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Electrical socket in the trunk (option)
Fold down the cover to access the electrical socket. It works whether or not the ignition is switched on. Use the
electrical socket with the engine running to avoid draining the battery.
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Bluetooth hands-free (option)
Introduction
Cellular phone
Microphone
Steering wheel keypad
Center console
Bluetooth™
A cellular phone equipped with Bluetooth™ capability can be connected cordlessly to the audio system. The audio
system then provides hands-free function, with the option of controlling a range of the cell phone's functions remotely.
The cell phone can always be operated by its own keys regardless of whether or not it is connected.
Phone functions, controls overview
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Volume1
Number and letter buttons
On/Off
Navigation button
End/refuse calls, clear entered characters, interrupt current function. The same functions are available in optional
steering wheel keypad.
Accept calls. The same functions are available in optional steering wheel keypad.
1Can also be adjusted with the steering wheel keypad.
Keep in mind
The menus are controlled from the center console and the steering wheel keypad. For general information on menus,
see page 115
.
NOTE
The degree to which your phone's features are supported by the hands-free system will depend on the style and
generation of the phone. Contact your cell phone manufacturer or retailer for details.
Activating/deactivating
A short press on PHONE activates the hands-free function. The text PHONE at the top of the display shows that it is
in phone mode. The symbol
shows that the hands-free function is active.
A long press on PHONE deactivates the hands-free function and disconnects a connected phone.
Connect a cell phone
A cell phone is connected in different ways depending on whether or not it has been connected previously. To connect
a cell phone for the first time, follow the instructions below.
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Bluetooth hands-free (option)
1. Make the cell phone detectable via Bluetooth™ , see cell phone manual or www.volvocars.us.
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