2008 VOLVO C30 maintenance

2. Install the battery's retaining clamp.
3. Reinstall the front side of the battery box.
4. Connect the positive cable.
5. Connect the ground cable.
6. Reinstall the cover over the battery.
NOTE
Used batteries should be properly disposed of at a recycling station or similar facility, or taken to your Volvo
retailer.
WARNING
Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
Do not smoke near the battery.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If
contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately with water. Obtain medical help immediately if eyes are affected.
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Bulbs
Introduction
Before replacing bulbs in your vehicle, please keep the following points in mind
NOTE
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers vaporize in the heat and will
leave a deposit on the reflector, which will damage it.
Certain bulbs not listed here should only be replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician.
Certain bulbs should only be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. These include:
- Courtesy (dome) lighting
- Reading lights
- Glove compartment lights
- Turn signals and courtesy lights in the side door mirrors
- High-mounted brake lights
- Brake lights
- Bi -Xenon® headlights (option)
WARNING
Bi -Xenon® headlights (option) - due to the high voltage used by these headlights, these bulbs should only be
replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician.
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1. Reconnect the wiring.
2. Put the headlight housing back into place.
3. Press the retaining pin back into position.
Check that all bulbs are functioning properly.
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Low beam bulb
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlight housing.
3. Press the retaining clamps to the sides.
4. Release the bulb's retaining spring by pressing it to the right, and then moving it outward and downward.
5. Pull out the bulb.
6. Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb.
Installing a new bulb
1. Insert the new bulb. It can only be installed in one position.

2. Press the retaining spring upward and slightly to the left until it snaps into place.
3. Press the wiring connector onto the bulb.
4. Put the plastic cover in place.
5. Press the retaining clamps back into place.
6. Reinstall the headlight housing.
High beam bulb
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlight housing.
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull it out. Replace the bulb. Note how the bulb holder is positioned.
4. Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be installed in one position.
5. Reinstall the headlight housing.
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Parking light bulb

1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise, pull it out, and replace the bulb.
2. Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be installed in one position.
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Front fog light (option)
1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0.
2. Remove the panel around the fog light housing.
3. Unscrew both torx screws in the fog light housing and remove it.
4. Disconnect the connector from the bulb.
5. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it out.
6. Install the new bulb in its seat and turn it clockwise.
7. Reconnect the connector to the bulb.
8. Secure the fog light housing with the screws and press the panel back into place.
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Removing the tail light bulb holder

NOTE
If the message indicating a burned out bulb remains in the information display after the bulb has been replaced,
consult a trained and authorized Volvo service technician.
High-level brake light
These bulbs should only be replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician.
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License plate lighting
Replacing the bulb
1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0.
2. Remove the screws with a screw driver.
3. Remove the lens carefully.
4. Replace the bulb.
5. Put the lens back into place carefully and tighten the screws.
Footwell lighting

The footwell lighting is located under the dashboard on the driver's and passenger's sides. To replace a bulb:
1. Insert a screwdriver under the edge of the lens. Turn the screwdriver gently to detach the lens.
2. Remove the defective bulb.
3. Install a new bulb.
4. Press the lens back into place.
Cargo area lighting
1. Insert a screwdriver and turn it gently to detach the bulb housing.
2. Remove the defective bulb.
3. Install a new bulb.
4. Press the bulb housing back into place.
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Rear grids
The grids are held in place by clips and can be pressed into position. They can only be installed one way.

Vanity mirror lighting
1. Insert a screwdriver under the center of the lower edge of the mirror, turn it, and carefully pry up the lugs at the
edge.
2. Move the screwdriver under the edge on the left and right-hand sides (near the black rubber sections) and pry
carefully to release the lower edge of the mirror.
3. Pry carefully and lift out the entire mirror and the cover.
4. Remove the defective bulb and replace it with a new one.
5. To reinstall the mirror, begin by pressing the three lugs at the upper edge of the mirror back into place.
6. Press the three lower lugs back into place.
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Cabin lighting in the cargo area
1. Insert a screwdriver and turn it carefully to release the lens.
2. Remove the connector from the bulb holder.
3. Replace the defective bulb.

4. Press the lens back into place.
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Fuses
Fuse box in the engine compartment
The fuse box in the engine compartment has positions for 36 fuses.
Fuses 1-18 are relays/circuit breakers and should only be removed or replaced by an authorized Volvo service
technician.
Fuses 19-36 may be changed at any time when necessary.
Several extra fuses and a fuse removal tool to assist in removing/replacing fuses can be found on the underside of the
fuse box cover in the engine compartment.
There are relay/fuse boxes located in the engine compartment and the passenger compartment.
If an electrical component fails to function, this may be due to a blown fuse. The easiest way to see if a fuse is blown
is to remove it.
To do so:
1. Pull the fuse straight out. If a fuse is difficult to remove, special fuse removal tools are located on the inside of the
fuse box covers.
2. From the side, examine the curved metal wire in the fuse to see if it is intact.
3. If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by a trained and authorized Volvo service technician.
WARNING
Never use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the following pages. Doing so could
seriously damage or overload the vehicle's electrical system.
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