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CAUTION!
Drive slowly and carefully if going through standing water (i.e. floode\
d roadways, etc.). Damage to
the engine could result if excess water is drawn in through the air inta\
ke system. Never drive the
vehicle in water deeper than 1 foot (300 mm).
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, \
which means that the steering
wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvatur\
e of a bend.
This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Rem\
ember that these properties can
alter with the vehicle load.
The heavier the load in the cargo area (max. 220 lbs, 100 kg), the les\
s the tendency to understeer.
Handling, roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle hand\
ling. Therefore, check that the tires
are inflated to the recommended pressure according to the vehicle load. \
See "Tire pressure" section.
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General driving information
Loads should be distributed so that capacity weight or maximum permissib\
le axle loads are not exceeded.
Speed-sensitive power steering (Option on certain models)
With this feature, the steering is most responsive at lower speeds to ma\
ke parking, driving in city traffic,
etc., easier. The effect of the power steering diminishes as you acceler\
ate for greater stability at highway
speeds.
Driving through water
The vehicle can be driven through water up to a depth of approximately 9\
in. (25 cm), at a maximum
speed of 6 mph (10 km/h). Take particular care when driving through fl\
owing water.
Clean the electrical connections for trailer wiring after driving in mud\
or water.
When driving through water, maintain low speed and do not stop in the wa\
ter.
WARNING!
After driving through water, press lightly on the brake pedal to ensure \
that the brakes are functioning
normally. Water or mud can make the brake linings slippery, resulting in\
delayed braking effect.
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- Disconnect the wiring connector.
- Loosen the retaining spring by first moving it to the right and then m\
oving it outward and downward,
out of the way.
- Pull out the defective bulb.
Installing the new bulb:
- Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass, with the guide lug up\
ward. The bulb will only seat
properly in this position.
- Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until it\
seats properly.
- Reconnect the wiring connector.
- Reinstall the plastic cover.
NOTE: If the vertical aim of your headlights needs to be adjusted for any rea\
son (e.g., towing a trailer
for extended periods), this should be done by an authorized Volvo retai\
ler.
High beam headlight
(Halogen headlights)
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Removing the defective bulb:
- Switch off the headlights and turn the ignition switch to position 0. \
- Remove the cover to access the bulb assembly.
- Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it out.
- Disconnect the wiring connector by pressing the lock tab out and pulli\
ng.
- Twist the bulb counterclockwise, and pull it out of the holder.
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Replacing bulbs
Installing the new bulb:
- Connect the wiring connector to the new bulb until it clicks into plac\
e.
- Insert the bulb into the headlight housing and turn it until it is sec\
urely in place.
- Press the cover back into place.
Parking light
(Halogen headlights)
Removing the defective bulb:
- Switch off the headlights and turn the ignition switch to position 0. \
- Remove the plastic cover of the low beam headlight assembly. Pull out \
the parking light holder.
- Pull the bulb out of the holder.
Installing the new bulb:
- Press a new bulb into the holder.
- Reinsert the bulb and holder into place.
- Reinstall the plastic cover.
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Fuses in the cargo area
The fuses in the cargo area are located behind the panel on the driver's\
side of the cargo compartment.
When replacing a blown fuse, be sure to replace it with a new one of the\
same color and amperage
(written on the fuse). No. Amperage
1. Backup lights 10
2. Parking lights, foglights, cargo area lighting, license plate lightin\
g,
brake lights 20
3. Accessory control module 15
4. -
5. Rear Electronic Module 10
6. CD-changer (option), Navigation system (option) 7.5
7. Trailer wiring (30-feed) 15
8. 12-volt socket - cargo area 15
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9. Rear passenger's side door - power window, power window cutout
function 20
10. Rear driver's side door - power window, power window cutout
function 20
11. -
12. -
13. -
14. Subwoofer (option) 15
15. -
16. -
17. Accessory audio 5
18. -
19. Tailgate wiper 15
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Fuses
No.Amperage
20. Trailer wiring (15-feed) 20
21. -
22. -
23. All Wheel Drive 7.5
24. Four-C chassis system (option) 15
25. -
26. Park assist (option) 5
27. Main fuse: trailer wiring, Four-C, park assist, All Wheel Drive 30
28. Central locking system 15
29. Driver's side trailer lighting: parking lights, turn signal 25
30. Passenger's side trailer lighting: parking light, brake light, fog
light, turn signal 25
31. Main fuse: fuses 37 and 38 40
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