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1. MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL-press the up or down arrow keys to scroll in a menu, or the keys on the
left/right sides of the control to change CD tracks/fast forward/back
2. Buttons for selecting a disc in the optional CD changer
3. CD eject button
4. CD slot
5. MODE button
6. TUNING dial for selecting tracks
Playing a CD
Single CD player
Start the CD player by pressing the MODE button (5) and inserting a disc in the slot (4). If there is already a disc
inserted, it will begin to play.
NOTE
If a CD is in the slot when the audio system is in CD mode, the CD will be played automatically.
CD changer
The CD changer can hold up to six discs.
1. Start the CD changer by pressing the MODE button (5).
2. Select an empty position using the 1-6 buttons or the up/down keys on the MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL. The
display shows which positions are empty.
3. Insert a disc into the slot (4).
CAUTION
Ensure that INSERT DISC is displayed before inserting a disc.
If a CD position in the changer containing a disc is selected, and the audio system is in CD mode when it is
switched on, the CD will play automatically.
CD eject
Eject from Single CD player
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Press the eject button (3) to eject the disc.
Eject from CD changer
This function makes it possible to eject a single disc, or to eject all of the discs in the changer.
Press the eject button (3) briefly to eject the disc that is currently playing.
240 10 Audio
CD player/CD changer (option)
A longer press (more than two seconds) starts the process of ejecting all of the discs in the changer.
NOTE
The EJECT ALL function can only be used while the vehicle is at a standstill and will be cancelled if the vehicle
begins to move.
For reasons of traffic safety, the ejected CD must be removed within 12 seconds or it will be automatically drawn
back into the slot and the CD player will enter pause mode. Press the CD button to restart the disc.
CD Pause
When the audio system volume is turned off completely, the CD player will pause and will resume playing when the
volume is turned up again.
Audio files
In addition to playing normal music CDs, the CD player/changer can also play discs containing files in mp3 or wma
format.
NOTE
Certain discs that are copy protected cannot be read by the player.
When a disc with audio files is inserted in the player, the player scans the disc's folders before it begins playing the
files. The length of time that this takes depends on the quality of the disc.
Navigating the disc and playing tracks
If a disc with audio files is in the CD player, press ENTER to display a list of folders on the disc.
Use the up and down arrows in the navigation control (see the illustration on page 239
) to move among the folders on
the disc. Audio files have the symbol and folders containing these files have the symbol. Press ENTER to play a
selected folder or a file.
When the music file has been played, the player will continue to play the rest of the files in the current folder. When
all of the files in the folder have been played, the player will automatically go to the next folder and play the files in it.
Press the left or right arrow key on the navigation control if the entire name of the current track does not fit in the
display.
Changing tracks
Briefly press the left or right arrow keys on the MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL to skip to the previous or next
track/file.
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NOTE
The TUNING dial (6) (turn clockwise to go to the next track/file, or counterclockwise to go to the previous
track/file) or the optional steering wheel keypad can also be used for this purpose.
Fast forward/back
Press and hold down the left or right arrows keys in the MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL (or the corresponding
keys on the optional steering wheel keypad) to search within a track/file or the whole disc. The search continues for as
long as the buttons are held down.
Random play
This function plays the tracks/files on a CD (or on all of the CDs if the vehicle is equipped with the optional CD
changer) in random order (shuffle).
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CD player/CD changer (option)
Activating/deactivating the random function-CD player
If a normal CD is being played :
1. Press MENU followed by ENTER .
2. Select Random and press ENTER .
If a CD with audio files is being played :
1. Press MENU followed by ENTER .
2. Select RANDOM and press ENTER.
3. Select DISC or FOLDER and press ENTER .
Activating/deactivating the random function-CD changer
If a normal CD is being played :
1. Press MENU followed by ENTER .
2. Select RANDOM and press ENTER.
3. Select SINGLE DISC or ALL DISCS and press ENTER .
If a CD with audio files is being played :
1. Press MENU followed by ENTER .
2. Select RANDOM and press ENTER.
3. Select SINGLE DISC or FOLDER and press ENTER .
NOTE
CD changer only-you can only select the next random track/file on the current disc.
Press the EXIT button to stop random play. The random function is automatically deactivated when another disc is
selected.
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1Models equipped with the High Performance audio system 700 A2
2Models equipped with the Premium Sound audio system, the Volvo Navigation System and/or keyless drive
If the battery must be replaced, replace it with one with the same cold start capacity and reserve capacity as the original
(see the decal on the battery).
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
256 11 Specifications
Electrical system
Bulbs used in the car
257 11 Specifications
Three-way catalytic converter
Three-way catalytic converter - general information
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or distributor
ignition systems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Do not continue to operate your
vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions, such as engine
overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three-way catalytic
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2 0 0 8
VOLVO C30
260-265 12 Index
12 volt socket 70
A
Air conditioning86
, 90, 93
Air distribution, climate system95
Air vents, climate system88
Airbag system18
Airbags
front19, 20, 21
side impact25
Alarm panic118
Alarm system128, 129
Anchoring loads112
Anti-lock brakes6, 148
warning light53
Approach lighting78
Audio system
AUX port228
CD player239
controls228
menus243
playing audio files240
radio function controls233
Sirius satellite radio235
sound settings230
steering wheel keypad229
surround sound230
USB/iPOD connector230
Automatic Locking Retractor32
Automatic transmission145, 146
shiftlock override147
Auxiliary connector (audio)228
Auxiliary equipment70
B
Battery
maintenance208
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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
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Interior lighting102
iPOD connector (audio system)230
ISOFIX anchors41
J
Jack
attaching182, 183
location of181
Jacket hanger105
Jump starting154
K
Key blade119, 120
Keyless drive
location of antennas (pacemaker warning)125
locking and unlocking the vehicle122, 123, 124
starting the engine143
Keylock6
Keypad (steering wheel)229
L
Label information246, 247
LATCH anchors41
Leather care190
Liftgate wiper64
Lighting panel58
Loading the vehicle155
Loads, transporting155
Locking the vehicle117
from the inside126
Long distance trips134
Low beam headlights60
M
Maintenance
battery208
performed by owner199
Malfunction indicator light53
Manual transmission 6-speed144
Mirrors
power door74
rearview72
vanity103
Moonroof75, 76
MP3 files, playing240
O
Occupant safety12
Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)22, 23
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Octane ratings136
Oil
checking203
specifications251
Oil pressure warning light54
Owner maintenance199
P
Pacemaker (keyless drive warning)125
Paint
color code193
touching up193
Panic alarm118
Park assist160, 161, 162
Parking brake
Hand brake69
indicator light54
Parking lights58
Passenger's side front airbag, disabling22, 23
Personal settings
approach lighting78
autolock77
climate system settings78
home safe lighting78
keyless drive settings78
lock confirmation77
unlock settings77
Polishing the car189
Power door mirrors74
Power front seats99, 100, 101
Power steering fluid206
Power windows71
Proposition 65 warning6, 154, 208
R
Radio function controls233
Rain sensor64
READ button (information display)56
Reading lights102
Rear fog light58
indicator light53
Rear liftgate replacing wiper blade207
Rear liftgate wiper64
Rear seat
accessing98
armrest109