2007 VOLVO XC70 wheel

2007 Volvo XC70
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Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires
Snow chains
Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions:
l Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo app\
roved snow chains.
l If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and\
are of a size different than the
original tires and wheels, chains in some cases CANNOT be used. Sufficie\
nt clearances between chains
and brakes, suspension and body components must be maintained.
l Some strap-on type chains will interfere with brake components and there\
fore CANNOT be used.
l All Wheel Drive models: Snow chains should only be installed on the fron\
t 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 instal\
ling. Always follow the chain
manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Install chains as ti\
ghtly 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 wit\
h chains. Avoid fast or sharp
turns as well as locked wheel braking.
Snow tires, studded tires
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Tires for winter use:
l Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with sustained per\
iods of snow or icy driving
conditions are strongly advised to fit suitable winter tires to help ret\
ain the highest degree of traction.
l It is important to install winter tires on all four wheels to help retai\
n traction during cornering,
braking, and accelerating. Failure to do so could reduce traction to an \
unsafe level or adversely affect
handling.
l Do not mix tires of different design as this could also negatively affec\
t overall tire road grip.
l Winter tires wear more quickly on dry roads in warm weather. They should\
be removed when the
winter driving season has ended.
l Studded tires should be run-in 300-600 miles (500-1000 km) during whic\
h 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 lifeti\
me.
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NOTE: Please consult state or provincial regulations restricting the use of s\
tudded winter tires before
installing such tires.
1. Where permitted
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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 fu\
el filler door) should be
maintained irrespective of which position on the vehicle the temporary s\
pare tire is used on.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from you\
r Volvo retailer.
WARNING!
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire othe\
r than as a temporary
replacement for a punctured tire. It must be replaced as soon as possibl\
e by a standard tire. Road
holding and handling may be affected with the "Temporary Spare" in use. \
Do not exceed 50 mph (80
km/h). Do not drive farther than 50 miles (80 km) on a temporary spar\
e tire.
CAUTION!
The vehicle must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or wi\
th a spare tire other than the
one that came with the vehicle. The use of different size wheels can ser\
iously damage your vehicle's
transmission.
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Temporary spare
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The spare tire, jack and tool bag are located under the floor of the car\
go space. To access the spare tire:
- Remove the rear hinged floor panel by raising it approx. 6 inches (15\
cm) and then pulling it
backwards out of the cargo area.
- Unscrew and remove the accessory plastic floor tray (if fitted).
- Unstrap and lift out the jack and tool bag.
- Unscrew the securing bracket and remove the spare tire from the storag\
e well.
- When putting the tire back into the well, perform these steps in rever\
se order. Make sure the spare tire,
jack and tool bag are properly secured.
WARNING!
Make sure that the spare tire, jack and tool bag are properly secured wi\
th the securing bracket and
strap to help keep these components in place in the event of a sudden st\
op.
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Temporary spare
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Spare tire, tool bag, jack - vehicles with subwoofer (option)
The spare tire, jack and tool bag are located under the floor of the car\
go space in a compartment in front
of the spare tire. To access the spare tire:
- Remove the rear hinged floor panel by raising it approx. 6 inches (15\
cm) and then pulling it rearward
out of the cargo area.
- Raise the other floor panel to upright position and lock it there.
- Remove the mat.
- Loosen the wheel and turn the clip 90°.
- Lift the subwoofer inward-upward with both hands and tilt it leftward.\

- Unstrap and lift out the jack and tool bag.
- Unscrew the securing bracket and remove the spare tire from the storag\
e well.
- When putting the tire and subwoofer back into place, perform these ste\
ps in reverse order. Make sure
the spare tire, jack, tool bag and subwoofer are properly secured.
WARNING!
Make sure that the spare tire, jack and tool bag are properly secured wi\
th the securing bracket and
strap to help keep these components in place in the event of a sudden st\
op.
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Changing wheels
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Changing wheels
The spare wheel is located under the rear hatch in the cargo area floor.\
The jack and crank are secured in
the wheel recess (see
pages 171 and 173).
There are two jack attachment points on each side of the vehicle (see i\
llustration on next page).
To change a wheel:
- Engage the parking brake.
- Put the gear selector in (P)ark (automatic transmission) or revers\
e (manual transmission).
- Remove the wheel cap (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the \
tool bag.
- With the vehicle still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the\
wheel bolts 1/2 - 1 turn by
exerting downward pressure. Turn the bolts counterclockwise to loosen.
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CAUTION!
- The vehicle must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or \
with a spare tire other than
the one that came with the vehicle. The use of different size wheels can\
seriously damage your
vehicle's transmission.
- Correct tightening torque on wheel bolts must be observed. The wheel b\
olts should never be greased
or lubricated. The extended, chromed wheel bolts must not be used with s\
teel rims, as they make it
impossible to fit the hub caps.
- Locking wheel bolts can be used on both aluminum and steel wheels. If \
hub caps are used on steel
wheels, the locking wheel bolt should be mounted in the hole as far from\
the tire's inflation valve as
possible. It would otherwise not be possible to mount the hub cap on the\
wheel.
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Changing wheels
- Position the jack correctly on the bar in the attachment (see illustr\
ation above) and crank while
simultaneously guiding the base of the jack to the ground. The base of t\
he jack must be flat on a level,
firm, non-slippery surface. Before raising the vehicle, check that the j\
ack is still correctly positioned in
the attachment.
- Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the grou\
nd.
- Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and carefully remove the wheel so a\
s not to damage the threads on
the studs.
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NOTE: To avoid excessive wear and the necessity of rebalancing, mark and rein\
stall wheels in the same
location and position as before removal. To lessen the chance of imbalan\
ce, each wheel hub is equipped
with a guide stud to ensure that a removed wheel can be reinstalled in i\
ts original position (as when
changing over to winter tires/wheels).
Installing the wheel
- Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub.
- Lift the wheel and place it on the hub.
- Install the wheel bolts and tighten hand-tight. Using the lug wrench, \
tighten crosswise until all bolts are
snug.
- Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts cros\
swise to 102 ft. lbs. (140 Nm).
- Install the wheel cap (where applicable).
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Changing wheels
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WARNING!
l The jack must correctly engage the bar in the jack attachment. The vehic\
le's weight must not rest
on the jack attachment. See illustration " Positioning the jack" on the \
previous page.
l Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
l Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a vehicle support\
ed by a jack.
l Use the jack intended for the vehicle when replacing a wheel. For any ot\
her job, use stands to
support the side of the vehicle being worked on.
l Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the (P)ark positi\
on (or reverse on manual
transmissions).
l Block the wheels standing on the ground, use rigid wooden blocks or larg\
e stones.
l The jack should be kept well-greased.



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