2008 VOLVO C30 key

of the car.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Pull the direction indicator lever as far as possible towards the steering wheel (to position 4) and release it.
3. Exit the vehicle and lock the doors.
The headlights and parking lights will illuminate and remain on for 30
1, 60 or 90 seconds. The time interval can be
changed according to your preferences by using the Personal Settings function, see page 78
for more information.
1Factory setting
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Trip computer (option)
The trip computer stores information gathered from several systems in your vehicle and has five menus (six on Canadian
models) that can be shown in the information display.
MILES TO EMPTY TANK
AVERAGE (average fuel consumption)
INSTANTANEOUS (current fuel consumption)
AVERAGE SPEED
ACTUAL SPEED (current speed in m.p.h., Canadian models only)
DSTC (see page 150)
NOTE
Warning messages from the car's monitoring systems will override the trip computer function.
If a warning message is shown in the information display while you are using the trip computer:
1. Acknowledge the message by pressing the READ button (A).
2. Press button A again to return to the trip computer function.
Controls
The trip computer functions can be accessed by twisting INFO (B) one step at a time in either direction. Twisting a final
time returns you to the original function.

or
Moving the windshield wiper lever down. If the lever is moved up, the rain sensor function will remain activated
CAUTION
The rain sensor should be deactivated when washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash, etc. If the rain sensor
function is left on, the wipers will start inadvertently in the car wash and could be damaged.
The rain sensor is automatically deactivated:
When the key is removed from the ignition.
Five minutes after the ignition is switched off if the key is left in the ignition.
C - Thumb wheel
The thumb wheel is used to set the wiper interval when intermittent wiping is selected, or the sensitivity to the amount of
rain on the windshield when the rain sensor is selected. Move the wheel upward or downward to increase/decrease wiper
speed when the intermittent function is selected, or to increase/decrease the optional rain sensor's sensitivity when this
function is activated.
D - Rear liftgate wiper/washer
Press the lever forward to wipe and wash the liftgate window. The wiper will sweep the window several times after the
lever has been released.
The button at the end of the lever has three positions:
Intermittent wiping
Press in the upper section of the button.
Normal wiper speed
Press in the lower section of the button.
Neutral position
The wiper function is switched off.
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Right-side steering wheel lever
Rear liftgate wiper and reverse gear
If the front wipers are on and the transmission is put into reverse gear, the liftgate wiper will be activated.
If the transmission is in reverse and the manual windshield wiper function is used (the lever is pushed upward), the
liftgate wiper will also be activated for as long the lever is held up.
If the liftgate wiper is already in normal wiping function, the normal wiping function will continue.
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Cruise control (option)
Engaging the cruise control function

3. Release the brake pedal and ensure that the vehicle is at a standstill.
4. If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever must be pulled more firmly.
5. When parking a vehicle always put the gear selector in first gear (for manual transmission) or P (for automatic
transmission).
Parking on a hill
If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point away from the curb.
If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front wheels so that they point toward the curb.
Releasing the parking brake
1. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
2. Pull the lever up slightly, press the button at the end of the lever and lower the lever completely.
WARNING
Pull up the parking brake lever up firmly to its full extent.
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12-volt sockets
12-volt socket (front seat)
The 12-volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The maximum current is
10A. The key must be in position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.
Ashtrays/cigarette lighter
The auxiliary socket can also be used for a cigarette lighter
1, and ashtrays1 are also available. Please contact your Volvo
retailer.
1 Accessory.
NOTE
The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in use.

Lightly press down the front edge of either of the buttons (A) to the first detent ("stop") to open a window to the
position of your choice.
WARNING
Always remove the ignition key or do not leave the optional keyless drive remote controls in the vehicle when the
vehicle is unattended.
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Make sure that the windows are completely unobstructed before they are operated.
Press down the front part of one or both buttons A as far as possible and release to automatically open the front
window(s) completely.
To stop the window at any time, pull the button up.
Closing a window
Lightly pull up the front edge of either of the buttons (A) to the first detent ("stop") to close a window to the position
of your choice.
Pull up the front part of one or both buttons A as far as possible and release to automatically close the front window(s)
completely.
Passenger's side
The control on the passenger's door open that window only.
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Mirrors
Rearview mirror

To operate the moonroof, the ignition key must first be turned to the intermediate or drive position (position I, II or the
engine running). The moonroof can be opened in two ways:
A. Tilt position
B. Sliding moonroof
1. Auto open
2. Manual open
3. Manual close
4. Auto close
5. Tilt open
6. Tilt close
Tilt position
Open: Press the rear edge of the control upward to position 5.
Close: Pull the rear edge of the control down to position 6.
Sliding moonroof
Auto open/close
Open: Pull the switch as far back as possible (to position 1) and release it to automatically slide open the moonroof.
Close: Push the switch as far forward as possible (to position 4) and release it to automatically close the moonroof.

Available settings
Clock adjust
To set the time:
1. Use the number keys or the up/down arrow keys on the navigation control (E) to change the hour or minute.
2. Select hour(s) or minute(s) to be changed with the left/right arrow keys.
3. Press ENTER to start the clock.
NOTE
If you are currently using the 12-hour time setting, use the up/down arrow keys to select AM/PM after the minute-
setting has been adjusted.
Lock confirmation light
When the vehicle is locked/unlocked with the remote control, the direction indicators can be selected to flash to confirm
the action. The alternatives On/Off are available for both locking and unlocking.
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Personal settings
Autolock
When the vehicle starts to move, the doors and rear liftgate can be locked automatically. The alternatives On/Off are
available.
NOTE
Pulling the handle twice on a door unlocks and opens that door.
Unlock
There are two alternatives for unlocking:
Global (both doors)
Unlocks both doors and the rear liftgate with one press on the remote control.
Two Step (Two-stage unlocking)
This alternative unlocks the driver's door with one press on the remote control. A second press unlocks the passenger's
door and the rear liftgate.
Operating side windows
The following alternatives can be selected for opening and/or closing both side windows at the same time by pressing and
holding the Lock/Unlock switch in either of the front doors (see also page 126
for additional information) 1.
Auto close all windows On/Off
Auto open all windows On/Off
NOTE

The ignition key must be in position I or higher (see page 139) before all side windows can be opened/closed using the
switches in the front doors.
1 This menu alternative also makes it possible to open all side windows by pressing and holding the Unlock button on the remote control for several
seconds.
Approach lighting
This alternative determines the length of time for which the car's lights will remain on when the Approach light button on
the central locking system's remote control is pressed. Intervals of 30/60/90 seconds may be selected. See page 78
for
more information.
Home safe lighting
This alternative determines the length of time for which the car's lights will remain on when the high beam lever on the
steering column is pulled toward the wheel with the ignition switched off. Intervals of 30/60/90 seconds may be selected.
See page 78
for information on using this function.
Information
VIN number:
The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is the car's unique identity number.
Number of Keys:
The number of keys registered for the vehicle is displayed here.
Climate functions
Blower speed in AUTO mode:
The blower speed can be set to AUTO mode in models equipped with ECC. Choose between "Low", "Normal" and
"High".
Timer for recirculation:
When the timer is active, the air recirculates in the vehicle for 3-12 minutes depending on the ambient temperature. Select
On/Off depending on whether the recirculation timer is to be active or not.
Keyless locking and unlocking (option as available)
The following alternatives can be selected for locking and unlocking the doors and rear liftgate:
All doors
All doors are locked or unlocked at the same time.
One front door
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Personal settings
Either of the front doors can be unlocked separately1.
Reset to factory settings
Use this alternative to return to the default climate system settings.

Easy entry is only intended to be used when the front seat in unoccupied.
Moving the seat forward:
1. Remove the seat belt from its guide (see page 17
).
2. Pull up control 1, hold it up, and fold the backrest forward until it locks in position.
3. Press and hold button 2 while the seat moves forward.
Moving the seat rearward:
1. With the backrest folded forward in the locked position , press and hold down button 2 until the seat has returned
to its original position.
2. Pull up control 1, hold it up, and fold up the backrest to the upright position.
3. Return the seat belt to its guide.
WARNING
After the seat has been returned to its original position, be sure that the backrest is securely locked in the upright
position.
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Front seats
Power seats (option)
The power driver's seat can be adjusted:
If the ignition key is in position I or II.
During a 10 minute period after the doors have been unlocked if the door remains open.
If the door is closed and the ignition key is not yet in the ignition, or if the key is in position 0, the seat can be
adjusted or during a period of 40 seconds. The power passenger's seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in
position I or II, or if the engine is running.
Adjusting the seat
Seat adjustment controls 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the side of the seat can be used to move the seat to the position of your
choice.
1. Move this section of the control up or down to raise/lower the front section of the seat cushion.