WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and is not a measure of
cornering (turning) traction.
TEMPERATURE
The temperature grades are AA (the highest), A, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a minimum level of performance that all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and tire
failure.
177 07 Wheels and tires
Winter driving
Snow chains
Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions:
Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo approved snow chains.
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. Sufficient clearances between chains and brakes, suspension and
body components must be maintained.
Some strap -on type chains will interfere with brake components and therefore CANNOT be used.
Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow chain information.
WARNING
Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing.
Always follow the chain manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. 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 with chains. Avoid fast or sharp turns as well
as locked wheel braking.
Snow tires, studded tires
Tires for winter use:
Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with sustained periods of snow or icy driving conditions are
general information86, 87
manual functions89, 90
personal settings86
refrigerant86
Clock setting77
Coat hanger105
Cold weather precautions133
Collisions, driving after30
Compass72, 73
Convertible seats37, 38, 39
Coolant205
Courtesy lighting102
Crash mode30
Cruise control66
Cup holders106
D
Dimensions248
Disabling the passenger's side front airbag22, 23
Dome lighting102
Door mirrors74
Door open warning light55
Driving after a collision30
Driving through water133
Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC)150, 151
E
Economical driving132
Electrical current, conserving134
Electronic Climate control92, 93, 94
Emergency Locking Retractor32
Emergency towing152
Emission inspection readiness200
Engine
specifications253
starting141
starting with keyless drive143
Engine compartment location of components202
Engine oil
checking203
specifications251
Environment7
Eyelets, load anchoring112
F
Federal Clean Air Act198
Floor mats cleaning192
