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We do NOT recommend washing your car in an automatic wash during the first six months (because the paint will
not have hardened sufficiently).
An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your car, but it is worth
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remembering that it may not be as thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge and water. Keeping the
underbody clean is most important, especially in the winter. Some automatic washers do not have facilities for washing
the underbody.
CAUTION
Before driving into an automatic car wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to avoid damaging the windshield
wipers.
Make sure that side view mirrors, auxiliary lamps, etc, are secure, and that any antenna(s) are retracted or
removed. Otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging them.
Chromed wheels : Clean chrome-plated wheels using the same detergents used for the body of the vehicle.
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can permanently stain chrome-plated wheels.
WARNING
When the vehicle is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brakes several times in order to remove any
moisture from the brake linings.
Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lighting
Condensation may form temporarily on the inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as headlights, fog lights, or
taillights. This is normal and the lights are designed to withstand moisture. Normally, condensation will dissipate after
the lights have been on for a short time.
Polishing and waxing
Normally, polishing is not required during the first year after delivery, however, waxing may be beneficial.
Before applying polish or wax the vehicle must be washed and dried. Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar
remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing compound.
After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax.
Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing a dull surface.
A wide range of polymer-based waxes can be purchased today. These waxes are easy to use and produce a long-
lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should not be warmer than 113° F
(45° C).
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252 Index
Numerics
12-volt sockets 160, 161
A
Accessory installation warning7
Active Bi -Xenon headlights85
Active chassis system141
Active yaw control139
Adaptive cruise control144-148
Air conditioning122
Air distribution119
Air distribution table124
Air vents120
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger's side21-23
front18-20
inflatable curtain25
side impact24
Alarm system62-64
All wheel drive106
Anti-freeze172, 196
Anti-lock brake system107
warning light71
Approach lighting50, 89
Audio system
audio functions127
CD player/changer128, 129
menu control126
overview125
radio functions130
Sirius satellite radio132-135
sound settings127
steering wheel keypad125
Auto-dim rearview mirror95
Automatic locking59
Automatic locking retractor31
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Child restraint systems32-33
booster cushions39
convertible seats36-38
infant seats34-35
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors40
top tether anchors41
Child safety29-31
booster cushions39
child restraint systems32-33
convertible seats36-38
infant seats34-35
Child safety locks45
Climate system
air distribution119
air vents120
Interior Air Quality System119
introduction118
passenger compartment filter118
refrigerant118
Clock, setting74
Cold weather driving172
Collision warning system150-152
Compass in rearview mirror137
Conserving electrical current171
Convertible seats36-38
Coolant196, 248
Cooling system, general information171
Courtesy lighting88-89
Crash mode28
Cruise control142-143
adaptive144-148
Curb weight228
Current, conserving171
D
Defroster122
Detachable key blade53-54
Dimensions243
Disconnecting the front passenger's airbag21-23
Dome lighting88-89
Driver distraction warning7
Driving economically170
Driving in cold weather172
Driving through water171
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Mirrors
defroster95
power door94
rearview, auto-dim function95
retractable94
vanity160
Moonroof96-97
Motor oil
checking194
specifications246
volumes247
O
Occupant safety12
Occupant weight sensor21-23
Octane recommendations175
Odometer, trip74
Oil
checking194
low pressure warning light72
specifications246
volumes247
On Call Roadside Assistance250
Opening the trunk from the inside61
Overhead courtesy lighting88-89
Oxygen sensors, heated178
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Paint, touching up240
Panic alarm51
Park assist153-154
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing110
manual, applying/releasing109
warning light72
Parking lights85
changing bulbs199-200
Personal Car Communicator, unique functions51-52
Power front seat
memory function78
with keyless drive79
Power mirrors94
defroster95
Power moonroof96-97
Power steering
fluid197
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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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locking/unlocking60
opening from the inside61
Turn signals
changing bulbs200
indicator lights72
using87
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading230
Unlocking the trunk51
Unlocking the vehicle50
Upholstery care238
V
Valet locking54
Vanity mirror160
changing bulbs203
Vehicle dimensions243
Vehicle event data6, 190
Vehicle loading179-180, 228
roof loads181
Vehicle maintenance190
performed by the owner191
Vehicle weights244
Ventilated seats121
Volvo and the environment9
Volvo Inflatable curtain25
Volvo maintenance190
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance250
Volvo programs250
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Warning flashers, hazard87
Warning lights70-73
Warning symbol73
Warning system, collision150-152
Warnings, general7
Warranties190
Washer fluid206, 248
Washers
headlight91
windshield90
Water repellent glassd
cleaning238
description of93
Water, driving through171
Weights244
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