2007 VOLVO XC90 ESP

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
pg. 165 Wheels and tires
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!
l When the vehicle is driven immediately after being washed, apply the bra\
kes several times in order
to remove any moisture from the brake linings.
l Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This \
constitutes a fire risk.
Automatic washing - simple and quick
l We do NOT recommend washing your vehicle in an automatic wash during the\
first six months
(because the paint will not have hardened sufficiently).
l An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your vehicle, but i\
t is worth remembering that
it may not be as thorough as when you yourself go over the vehicle with \
sponge and water. Keeping the
underbody clean is most important, especially in the winter. Some automa\
tic washers do not have
facilities for washing the underbody.
l Before driving into an automatic car wash, make sure that side view mirr\
ors, auxiliary lamps, etc, are
secure, and that any antenna(s) are retracted or removed. Otherwise th\
ere is risk of the machine
dislodging them.
Exterior lighting
Condensation may form temporarily on the inside of the lenses of exterio\
r lights such as headlights, fog
lights, or tail lights. This is normal and the lights are designed to wi\
thstand moisture. Normally,
condensation will dissipate after the lights have been on for a short ti\
me.
Polishing and waxing
l Normally, polishing is not required during the first year after delivery\
, however, waxing may be
beneficial.
l 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 comp\
ound.
l After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
l Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax.
l Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing a dull surface.
l A wide range of polymer-based car waxes can be purchased today. These wa\
xes are easy to use and
produce a long-lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork aga\
inst oxidation, road dirt and
fading.
l Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct sunlight (the surface of th\
e vehicle should not be warmer
than 113° F (45° C).
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Volvo's leather upholstery is manufactured with a protectant to repel so\
iling. Over time, sunlight, grease
and dirt can break down the protection. Staining, cracking, scuffing, an\
d fading can result.

Volvo offers an easy-to-use, non-greasy leather care kit formulated to c\
lean and beautify your vehicle's
leather, and to renew the protective qualities of its finish. The cleane\
r removes dirt and oil buildup. The
light cream protectant restores a barrier against soil and sunlight.

Volvo also offers a special leather softener that should be applied afte\
r the cleaner and protectant. It
leaves leather soft and smooth, and reduces friction between leather and\
other finishes in the vehicle.

Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and conditioning your vehicle's le\
ather two to four times a year.
Ask your Volvo retailer about Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather Soft\
ener 943 7429. CAUTION!
- Under no circumstances should gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning ag\
ents be used on the plastic
or the leather since these can cause damage.
- Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the\
coloring can spread.
- Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding. \
- Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center.
- Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in a pocket) or velcro fasteners\
on clothing may damage the
textile upholstery.
- Clothing that is not colorfast, such as new jeans or suede garments, m\
ay stain the upholstery.
Cleaning the seat belts
Clean only with lukewarm water and a mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor mats
The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially\
during winter when they
should be taken out for drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed wit\
h a mild detergent.
pg. 178 Vehicle care
Paint touch up
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American Petroleum Institute (API) symbol
The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into three parts:
l The upper section describes the oil's performance level.
l The center identifies the oil's viscosity.
l The lower section indicates whether the oil has demonstrated energy-cons\
erving properties in a
standard test in comparison to a reference oil.
pg. 187 Maintenance
Engine oil
Changing engine oil and oil filter
See the previous page for oil specifications and
page 212 for oil volumes. Refer to the Warranty and
Service Records Information booklet for information on the oil change in\
tervals.
NOTE:
l Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives.
l Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintena\
nce intervals except at owner
request and at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.
Checking and adding oil
The oil level should be checked every time the vehicle is refueled. This\
is especially important during
the period up to the first scheduled maintenance service.
l The vehicle should be parked on a level surface when the oil is checked.\

l If the engine is warm, wait for at least 10-15 minutes after the engine has been switched off\
before
checking the oil.
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Replacing the turn signal bulb
- Turn the lamp holder approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull \
it out of the headlight housing.
- Press in the bulb slightly and pull it out of the holder.
- Align the guide lugs on the side of the base of the new bulb in the gr\
ooves in the holder. Press it in and
turn it slightly clockwise.
- Press the lamp holder into the place in the headlight housing and turn\
it approximately 1/4 turn
clockwise.
Front fog lights
Avoid touching the glass on the bulb
with your fingers.
- Switch off the ignition.
- Turn the bulb holder slightly counterclockwise to release it.
- Replace the bulb. The shape of the foot of the bulb corresponds to the\
shape of the bulb holder.
- Reinstall the bulb holder by turning it slightly clockwise. The side o\
f the holder marked "TOP" should
face upward.
pg. 198 Maintenance
Replacing bulbs
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1. Model plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, e\
tc.
2. Child safety lock labels
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3. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications (USA\
) and Ministry of
Transport (CMVSS) standards (Canada)
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards, as evide\
nced by the certification label on
the facing side of the driver's door. For further information regarding \
these regulations, please consult
your Volvo retailer.
4. Loads and Tire Pressures
The appearance of the decal will vary, depending on the market for which\
the vehicle is intended.
l Canadian models: upper decal
l U.S. models: lower decal
5. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
The VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The V\
IN is also stamped on the right
hand door pillar. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) should alway\
s be quoted in all
correspondence concerning your vehicle with the retailer and when orderi\
ng parts.
6. Vehicle Emission Control Information/ Vacuum hose routing
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evi\
denced by the certification label
on the underside of the hood. For further information regarding these re\
gulations, please consult your
Volvo retailer.
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Use the menus as follows:
l Use the menu arrow keys (3) to navigate up or down in the menus. Dots \
in the display indicate that
there are more menu selections from which to choose.
l Press ENTER to confirm or cancel a menu selection.
l One long press on EXIT/CLEAR exits menu mode.
l A short press on the EXIT/CLEAR enables you to cancel, undo, or answer n\
o to a menu selection, or
to go back in the menu structure.
Shortcut
The menu alternatives are numbered and can be accessed directly by press\
ing the respective keys on the
numbered keypad on the left side of the audio panel.
MY KEY - programming a shortcut
Use the MY KEY button to program a favorite function from the menu, such\
as RANDOM, etc.
- Use the MENU buttons to scroll among the functions.
- Select the desired function from the menu by pressing the MY KEY butto\
n for more than two seconds.
- When MY KEY STORED is shown in the display, the function has been stor\
ed.
pg. 222 Audio
Audio system controls
- Activate the function by briefly pressing the MY KEY button.
Repeat steps 1-4 to store new functions on the MY KEY buttons.
NOTE: The MY KEY buttons can only be programmed for one shortcut function at \
a time.
Rear headphone connectors and controls (option)
The door panels behind the second row of seats can be equipped with head\
phone connectors for
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- Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER.
- Select Equalizer FR and press ENTER.
- Use the menu selection buttons to set the level or use the SELECTOR co\
ntrol.
- Press ENTER to select the next frequency. You can select five frequenc\
ies.
- Press ENTER until you come to the menu mode to save the changes you ha\
ve made.
Equalizer RR
EQ - REAR (certain audio systems)
This function is used to fine-tune the sound from the rear speakers.
- Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER.
- Select EQ- REAR and press ENTER.
Use the menu selection buttons to set the level or use the SELECTOR cont\
rol.
- Press ENTER to select the next frequency. You can select five frequenc\
ies
Press ENTER until you come to the menu mode to save the changes you have\
made.
pg. 227 Audio
Radio functions
Station search
- Choose radio mode AM/FM1/FM2 using the SELECTOR control (3) or the A\
M/FM button (1).
- Press briefly on
to search for the next strong station. The radio will search for the ne\
xt
audible station and then stop.
- Press one of the buttons again to start a new search.
Manually search for a known frequency
- Press and hold the
button (or the corresponding buttons on the steering wheel keypad).
MAN will be shown in the display. The radio will slowly scroll in the de\
sired direction and then increase
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