2008 VOLVO C30 Owners Manual

When the lever has been pulled, high pressure jets mounted in the bumper will spray the headlights.
The following applies to conserve washer fluid (see page 58
for information on the light switch positions):
Low/high beam headlights on
The headlights will be washed the first time the windshield is washed. Thereafter, the headlights will only be washed once
for every five times the windshield is washed within a 10-minute period.
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Right-side steering wheel lever
Parking lights on
Optional Bi -Xenon® headlights will be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed.
Normal halogen headlights will not be washed.
B - Rain sensor (option)
The rain sensor automatically regulates windshield wiper speed according to the amount of water on the windshield. The
sensitivity of the rain sensor is adjusted by moving the thumb wheel (C in the illustration on the previous page) up (the
wipers will sweep the windshield more frequently) or down (the wipers will sweep the windshield less frequently).
On/Off
To activate the rain sensor:
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Put the windshield wiper lever in position 0.
3. Press button B (see the illustration on page 63
). The rain sensor symbol will appear in the lower display.
The rain sensor can be deactivated by:
Pressing button (B) with the ignition on.

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

The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel hub.
1. Press the CRUISE button. CRUISE will appear in the function display in the center of the instrument panel.
NOTE
This does not set the vehicle's speed.
2. Press + or - to set the current speed. CRUISE ON will be displayed.
Increasing or decreasing speed
Use + or - in the following ways to increase or decrease the vehicle's speed:
1. Press and hold down + or - until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. This will become the set speed when the button
is released.
2. Press + or - for approximately a half second and release the button to increase or decrease vehicle speed by
approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
NOTE
Cruise control will not function at speeds below 20 mph. (30 km/h).
Momentary acceleration, for less than 1 minute (e.g. when passing another car), does not affect cruise control operation.
The vehicle will automatically return to the previously set speed when the accelerator pedal is released.
Temporarily disengaging the cruise control
Press 0 to temporarily disengage cruise control.
CRUISE will appear in the function display. The currently set speed is stored in the system's memory.
Cruise control is also automatically disengaged:
If the speed drops below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) when driving uphill.
When the brake or clutch pedal is depressed.
If the gear selector is moved to position N.
During wheel spin or wheel lock-up.
If the vehicle's speed is increased by using the accelerator pedal for more than 1 minute.
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Cruise control (option)
Returning to the set speed
Press the button to resume the previously set speed.
Disengaging cruise control
Cruise control can also be disengaged by:
Pressing the CRUISE button (CRUISE ON will no longer be shown in the function display).
Putting the gear selector in (N)eutral.
WARNING
Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Cruise control may not
maintain set speed on steep downgrades.
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Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers
Steering wheel adjustment
Both the height and the reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position for the driver.
1. Pull down the lever on the steering column to release the steering wheel.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable position
3. Press the lever back into place to lock the steering wheel in the new position. If necessary, press the steering wheel
slightly while pressing the lever into the locked position.
Check that the steering wheel is locked in the new position.
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Hazard warning flashers
The four-way flasher should be used to indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic hazard. To activate the flashers,
press the triangular button in the center dash. Press the button again to turn off the flashers.
NOTE
Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary, depending on where you live.
The hazard warning flashers will be activated automatically if an airbag deploys.
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Parking brake
Parking brake (hand brake)
The parking brake lever is located between the front seats.
NOTE
The indicator light will light up even if the parking brake has only been partially applied.
When applying the parking brake
1. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
2. Pull the parking brake lever up firmly to its full extent.

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.

Auxiliary equipment
The buttons to the right of the 12-volt socket can be used for Volvo-installed optional or auxiliary equipment.
12-volt socket (rear seat)
NOTE
The 12-volt socket in the rear seat cannot function as a cigarette lighter.
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Power windows
Operation
The power windows are opened and closed using the buttons in the armrests.
Opening/closing the windows from inside the vehicle
NOTE
The ignition must be ON (ignition in position I, II or the engine running) for the power windows to function.
The power windows will also function after the ignition has been switched off as long neither of the doors has been
opened.
Opening a window

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