2007 VOLVO XC70 warning light

2007 Volvo XC70
go out. Certain symbols may not have their functions illustrated, depen\
ding on the vehicle's
equipment. The symbol for the parking brake goes out when the parking br\
ake is released.
Warning symbol
in center of the instrument panel
This symbol shines as a red or yellow light depending on the severity of\
the discovered fault.
Red symbol - Stop the vehicle as soon as possible in a suitable location and read \
the message shown in
the text window. The symbol and accompanying text will remain on until t\
he fault has been corrected.
Yellow symbol - Follow the instructions shown in the text window. The text can be era\
sed by pressing
the READ button (see
page 50), or will disappear automatically after two minutes.
When the message "TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE" is displayed, the text can b\
e erased and the
yellow symbol light can be turned off by pressing the READ button. The t\
ext will disappear and the
symbol light will go out automatically after two minutes.
Seat belt reminder
This symbol lights up to indicate that the driver has not fastened his/h\
er seat belt.
Supplemental Restraint System SRS
If this light comes on while the vehicle is being driven, or remains on \
for longer than approximately 10
seconds after the vehicle has been started, the SRS system's diagnostic \
functions have detected a fault in
a seat belt lock or tensioner, a front airbag, side impact airbag, and/o\
r an inflatable curtain. Have the
system(s) inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technicia\
n as soon as possible.
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Indicator and warning symbols
BRAKE Brake failure warning light If the light comes on while driving or brak\
ing, stop immediately,
open the hood and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. See
page 189 for reservoir position and
page 193 for instructions.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light
If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could\
indicate a fault in the
brake system.
- Stop the vehicle in a suitable place and switch off the engine.
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- Restart the engine.
- If both warning lights go off, no further action is required.
- If both lights are still on after the engine has been restarted, switc\
h off the engine again and check the
brake fluid level (see
page 189 for the location of the brake fluid reservoir).
- If the brake fluid level is above the MIN mark, drive carefully to an \
authorized Volvo retailer and have
the brake system inspected.
WARNING!
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake\
failure - Service urgent"
message is displayed in the text window: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle \
towed to an authorized
Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected.
PARK BRAKE Parking brake applied This light will be on when the parking brake (ha\
nd brake) is
applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the front seats. Se\
e also
page 64 for additional
information.
Canadian models are equipped with this symbol.
Oil pressure warning light If the light comes on while driving, stop the\
vehicle and then stop
the engine immediately and check the engine oil level. See
page 191. R-models are also equipped
with an oil level warning system. If the light stays on after restart, h\
ave the vehicle towed to the nearest
authorized Volvo retailer. After hard driving, the light may come on occ\
asionally when the engine is
idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when the engine speed is in\
creased.
Generator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging sys\
tem checked.
Rear fog light
This light indicates that the fog light is on.
CHECK ENGINE Malfunction indicator light
On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII): As you drive, a computer called "OBDI\
I" monitors your vehicle's
engine, transmission, electrical and emission systems. The CHECK ENGINE \
light will light up if the
computer senses a condition that potentially may need correcting. When t\
his happens, please have your
vehicle checked by a Volvo retailer as soon as possible.
A CHECK ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice\
a change in your
vehicle's behavior. Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel ec\
onomy, emission cleanliness, and
driveability. Extended driving without correcting the cause could even d\
amage other components in
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your vehicle.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light.
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Indicator and warning symbols
Anti-lock brake system ABS
If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system \
(the standard braking system
will still function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer \
for inspection. See
page 137 for
additional information.
Stability Traction Control (STC)1 system or Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC)
system
2
This indicator light will flash when STC or DSTC is actively working to \
stabilize the vehicle. See
page
139 for more detailed information.
Tire pressure monitoring light
See
page 162 for more information on this function.
Turn signal indicator - trailer (certain models)
If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with t\
he turn signals on the trailer. If the
light does not flash when signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals \
nor the vehicle's turn signals are
functioning.
1. Standard on all models except R models.
2. Standard on R models, option on all other models.
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Indicator and warning symbols
Messages in the text window
When a warning light in the instrument panel comes on, a message is also\
displayed in the text window.
After you have read the message, you can erase it by pressing button A (\
see illustration).
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Please see page 135 for information on adjusting the active chassis settings.

Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC) button
This button is available on R-models only and is used to temporarily dea\
ctivate the Spin control and
Active Yaw Control functions. See
page 126 for more information. On non R-models, DSTC is
controlled via the menu control ring on the left steering wheel lever, s\
ee
page 125.
WARNING!
Please be aware that the vehicle's handling characteristics may be affec\
ted if the Spin Control
function is switched off.

Temporarily disconnecting the alarm sensors (option)
See
page 117 for more details.
12 volt socket
This 12 volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories such as c\
ellular telephones, etc. The
ignition key must be in position 1 (or higher) for the auxiliary socke\
t to function.
NOTE: The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which ar\
e available at your Volvo
retailer

Front/rear park assist (option/accessory)
See
page 153 for more information on this function.
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driver. Pull down the lever on the left of the steering column. Adjust t\
he steering wheel to a suitable
position and press the lever back into place to lock the steering wheel \
in the new position. Check that the
steering wheel is locked in the new position.
WARNING!
Never adjust the steering wheel while
driving.
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Lighting panel
1. Headlight/parking light switch
2. Front fog lights
3. Rear fog light
4. Instrument panel lighting
5. Fuel filler door unlock button
Parking lights
The front and rear parking lights can be turned on even when the ignitio\
n is switched off.
- Turn switch 1 to position
.
The license plate lights also illuminate when the parking lights are swi\
tched on.
Headlights
- Turn the ignition key to position II.
- The low beam headlights (daytime running lights) illuminate automati\
cally, except when the light
switch (1) is in position
1.
See
page 57 for information on switching between high and low beams.
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Hazard warning flashers, rear window/sideview mirror defroster
Hazard warning flashers
The four-way flasher should be used to indicate that the vehicle has bec\
ome a traffic hazard. To activate
the flashers, press the triangular button in the center dash. Press the \
button again to turn off the flashers.
NOTE: Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary, d\
epending on where you
live.

Rear window and sideview mirror defroster
Press the switch to start heating the rear window and sideview mirrors t\
o remove ice or condensation.
An LED in the switch will light up.
A timer automatically switches off the heating after approximately 12 mi\
nutes. The LED will go out
correspondingly.
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Trip computer
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l if the vehicle's speed falls below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
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Cruise control
Temporarily disengaging cruise control
l Press 0 to temporarily disengage cruise control. CRUISE will be displaye\
d in the information window
in the instrument panel.
l Press the brake pedal.
Press "resume"
to return to the previously set speed.
WARNING!
Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on we\
t or slippery roads, or when
driving on unpaved or uneven road surfaces. Cruise control may not maint\
ain set speed on steep
downgrades.
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Parking brake, auxiliary socket/cigarette lighter
Parking brake (hand brake)
The lever is located between the front seats. The brake is applied to th\
e rear wheels.
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When applying the parking brake
- Press firmly on the brake pedal.
- Pull up the parking brake lever as far as possible.
WARNING!
Always apply the parking brake fully when the vehicle is parked. The ind\
icator light will light up
even if the parking brake has only been partially applied. Always pull u\
p the lever as far as possible.
- Release the brake pedal and ensure that the vehicle is at a standstill\
.
- Put the gear selector in P (automatic transmission) or in 1st gear (\
manual transmission).
Parking on a hill
l If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they po\
int away from the curb.
l If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front wheels so that they \
point toward the curb.
Releasing the parking brake
- Press firmly on the brake pedal.
- Pull the lever up slightly, press the button at the end of the lever a\
nd lower the lever completely.
Auxiliary sockets
The 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as c\
ellular telephones, etc. The key
must be in position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function\
.
NOTE: The cover should be folded down when the auxiliary socket is not in use.\

Cigarette lighter/ashtrays
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