2007 VOLVO XC90 spare tire

2007 Volvo XC90
CAUTION!
- Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before instal\
ling.
- Always follow the chain manufacturer's installation instructions caref\
ully. 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 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.
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.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from you\
r Volvo retailer.
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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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Changing wheels
Changing wheels
Location of jack, five-seat models
The jack is located to the right under the rear hatch in the cargo area \
floor. Lift this hatch and release the
retaining strap to lift out the jack.
The rear section of the jack's crank and the tool bag are stowed to the \
left under the hatch. The front
section of the crank is stored in the tool bag. The tool bag also contai\
ns a tool for removing certain
optional wheel covers. Consult your Volvo retailer.
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NOTE: The rear section of the crank is enclosed in a protective sleeve that s\
hould be slid off before the
crank is used. We recommend reinserting the crank into this sleeve befor\
e the crank is stowed.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional grocery bag holder: Fold up\
the rear section of the cargo area
floor, disconnect the grocery bag holder's retaining cords and fold up t\
he lower section of the floor to
access the tool bag.
Location of jack, seven-seat models
The jack is located in the center under the rear hatch in the cargo area\
floor. Lift this hatch and release
the retaining strap to slide out the jack.
The rear section of the jack's crank and the tool bag are stowed to the \
left under the hatch. The front
section of the crank is stored in the tool bag.
NOTE: The rear section of the crank is enclosed in a protective sleeve that s\
hould be slid off before the
crank is used. We recommend reinserting the crank into this sleeve befor\
e the crank is stowed.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional grocery bag holder: Fold up\
the rear section of the cargo area
floor, disconnect the grocery bag holder's retaining cords and fold up t\
he lower section of the floor.
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Changing wheels
CAUTION!
Seven-seat models: Do not store objects in the area for the rear seat cushions (when the\
backrests are
to be folded down). This could damage the cushions.
Lowering the spare wheel
The spare wheel is located under the floor of the rear cargo compartment\
. It can be lowered using the
crank (see previous page for location).
WARNING!
When raising or lowering the spare wheel, please keep in mind that compo\
nents in the exhaust system
may be very hot.
To lower the spare wheel:
- Fold down the lower section of the tailgate.
- Fold up the rear section of the floor in the cargo compartment.
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- Connect the two sections of the jack's crank.
- Insert the hooked end of the crank in the spare wheel retaining attach\
ment (see the illustration below).
- Lower the spare wheel under the vehicle by turning the crank countercl\
ockwise until it is not possible
to turn it further.
- Pivot the toggle at the end of the cable 90 degrees to release it from\
the spare wheel
- Crank up the cable again by turning the crank clockwise. CAUTION!
When the spare wheel is mounted on the vehicle, the retaining cable coul\
d damage the underside of
the vehicle if it is not retracted.
- Place the wheel with the flat tire in the vehicle's cargo compartment.\
NOTE: The space under the vehicle is designed to hold the special spare wheel\
only. Other full-size
wheels will not fit in this compartment.
Returning the spare wheel to the storage compartment
- Use the crank (turn it counterclockwise) to lower the spare wheel's \
retaining cable.
- Pass the toggle at the end of the cable through the center hole in the\
spare wheel. Pivot the toggle 90
degrees so that when raised, the wheel will rest on the toggle.
- Retract the retaining cable slightly by slowly turning the crank clock\
wise several times.
- Position the wheel so that it is not obstructed by components in the e\
xhaust system.
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Changing wheels
- Continue to raise the wheel by turning the crank clockwise. Raise the \
wheel a little bit at a time and
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WARNING!
The undersides of accessory running boards are not intended for attachin\
g the
jack.
Changing a wheel
- Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
- Engage the parking brake and put the gear selector in the Park positio\
n.
- Loosen the wheel bolts by exerting downward pressure on the lug wrench\
.
- Remove the wheel cap (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the \
tool bag.
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Changing wheels
- With the wheels still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the \
wheel bolts 1/2 - 1 turn. Turn the
bolts counterclockwise to loosen the bolts.
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 bolts should never be greased or lubricated.
- Extended, chromed wheel bolts must not be used with steel rims, as the\
y make it impossible to fit
the hub caps.
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Changing wheels
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Reporting safety defects
Canada 11
U.S.
10
Roadholding
116
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Safety defects, reporting
Canada
11
U.S.
10
SEE MANUAL
51
Service
180
Service key
104
Service reminder
47
SERVICE REQUIRED
51
SERVICE URGENT
51
Shiftlock
2, 119
Sideview mirrors, folding
52
Snow chains
164
Snow tires
164
Spare tire - accessing
167
Spare wheel, lowering
167
Specifications
207
Speedometer
46
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)
104
Starting the car
119
Steering wheel lock
121
Stone chips, touching up
178
STOP ENGINE
51
Storage compartments
94
Studded tires
164
Sun visor
74
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) -
warning light
47
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