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Some strap -on type chains will interfere with brake components and therefore CANNOT be used.
All Wheel Drive models: Snow chains should only be installed on the front wheels. Only chains adapted for AWD
models should be used.
Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow chain information.
CAUTION
Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing.
Always follow the chain manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Install chains as tightly as possible and
retighten periodically.
Never exceed the chain manufacturer's specified maximum speed limit. (Under no circumstances should you
exceed 31 mph (50 km/h).
Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns when driving with snow chains.
The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected when driving with chains. Avoid fast or sharp turns as well
as locked wheel braking.
Snow tires, studded tires
1
Tires for winter use:
Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with sustained periods of snow or icy driving conditions are
strongly advised to fit suitable winter tires to help retain the highest degree of traction.
It is important to install winter tires on all four wheels to help retain traction during cornering, braking, and
accelerating. Failure to do so could reduce traction to an unsafe level or adversely affect handling.
Do not mix tires of different design as this could also negatively affect overall tire road grip.
Winter tires wear more quickly on dry roads in warm weather. They should be removed when the winter driving
season has ended.
Studded tires should be run-in 300-600 miles (500-1000 km) during which the vehicle should be driven as smoothly
as possible to give the studs the opportunity to seat properly in the tires. The tires should have the same rotational
direction throughout their entire lifetime.
1Where permitted
NOTE
Please consult state or provincial regulations restricting the use of studded winter tires before installing such tires.
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Wheels and tires
Temporary Spare
The spare tire in your vehicle is called a "Temporary Spare".
Recommended tire pressure (see the placard on the B-pillar or on the fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective
of which position on the vehicle the temporary spare tire is used on.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.
WARNING
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246 06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
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
oil products.
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.
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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Operation in temperate climates
Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when temperatures do not exceed 86° F (30° C), SAE
5W -30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protection. See the viscosity chart.
Extreme engine operation
Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W -30 or 0W -40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for
driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances, and for
prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
American Petroleum Institute (API) symbol
The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into three parts:
The upper section describes the oil's performance level.
The center identifies the oil's viscosity.
The lower section indicates whether the oil has demonstrated energy-conserving properties in a standard test in
comparison to a reference oil.
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Specifications
Oil volume
248 06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
Other fluids and lubricants
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ECC120-124
Economical driving170
Electric parking brake110
Electronic Climate Control120-123
air distribution table124
Interior Air Quality System123
ventilated seats121
Emergency brake lights86
Emergency locking retractor31
Emergency starting104
Emergency towing185-186
Emission inspection readiness192
Engine
specifications245
starting102
starting with keyless drive103
Engine compartment overview193
Engine oil
checking194
low pressure warning light72
specifications246
volumes247
Environment9
Eyelets for anchoring loads179
F
Federal Clean Air Act190
Fluid specifications248
Fog lights
front72
front, changing bulbs201
front/rear86
Four C (active chassis system)141
Front airbags18-20
disconnecting passenger's side airbag21-23
Front fog lights72, 86
changing bulbs201
Front park assist153-154
Front seats79
heated121
Fuel filler cap177
Fuel filler door, opening176
Fuel level warning light72
Fuel requirements174-175
Fuses210-215
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Integrated booster cushion42-44
Intelligent Driver Information System (IDIS)165
Interior Air Quality System119, 123
Interior lighting88-89
ISOFIX anchors40
J
Jump starting104
K
Key blade48
, 53-54
valet locking54
Keyless drive
locking and unlocking the vehicle56-57
starting the engine103
L
Labels
list of242
location of241
LATCH anchors40
Leather care238
Lighting panel84
Load anchoring eyelets179
Loading the vehicle179-180, 228
roof loads181
Locking
automatic59
from the inside59
from the outside59
glove compartment60
trunk60
Locking the vehicle50
Locks, child safety45
Long loads, ski hatch180
Low beams84
Low fuel level warning light72
Low oil pressure warning light72
M
Main instrument panel116-117
Maintenance190
performed by the owner191
Malfunction indicator light71
Manual parking brake109
Menu system114
overview115
Messages in the instrument panel116-117
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speed-dependent141
Power windows92-93
laminated glass93
water repellent glass93
Pregnancy, using seat belts during16
Proposition 65 warning9, 104, 209, 249
R
Radio
functions130
Sirius satellite radio132-135
Rain sensor90
READ button116-117
Rear fog light86
Rear park assist153-154
Rear seats
center head restraint80
folding80
heated121
lowering outboard head restraints81
Rear window defroster95
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function95
compass137
Refrigerant248
Refueling174-175
fuel filler cap177
fuel filler door176
octane ratings175
Remote control48
approach lighting50
common functions50
immobilizer49
key blade48, 53-54
key memory49
locking the vehicle50
panic alarm51
Personal Car Communicator50-52
replacing battery55
unlocking the trunk51
unlocking the vehicle50
valet locking54
Reporting safety defects13
Roadside Assistance250
Roof loads181
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