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Radio functions233
Sirius satellite radio(option)235
CD player/CD changer (option)239
Audio menu243
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Audio system controls
1. VOLUME dial
2. AM/FM - select a radio band
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3. MODE - select a sound source
4. TUNING dial
5. SOUND button
Selecting a sound source
Press AM/FM (2) repeatedly to toggle between FM1, FM2, and AM.
Press MODE (3) repeatedly to toggle between the CD player and the optional external sound source AUX or the
optional Sirius satellite radio.
The currently selected sound source will be shown in the display.
AUX
The AUX (auxiliary) port, located under the center armrest, can be used to connect for example, an mp3 player.
If the player is being charged through a 12-volt socket while it is connect to the AUX port, sound quality may be
impaired.
The volume of the external sound source AUX may be different from the volume of the internal sound sources such as
the CD player or the radio. If the external sound source's volume is too high, the quality of the sound may be impaired.
This can be prevented by adjusting the external sound source's input volume.
1. While playing the radio or a CD, lower the audio volume to about one -quarter.
2. Switch to AUX mode on the audio system.
3. Connect the headphone output from your music player to the AUX input using a cable with a stereo 3.5mm mini-
plug at both ends.
4. Set your music player's headphone volume to three-quarters using the player's volume controls.
5. Press Menu on the audio system, and navigate to AUX Volume or AUX Input Volume.
6. Turn the volume knob to raise or lower the AUX Input Volume until you hear music at a comfortable level.
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This function is used to fine-tune the sound level for different frequencies separately.
NOTE
This function is only available on certain sound systems.
To adjust the equalizer settings:
1. Press MENU followed by ENTER .
2. Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER .
3. Select EQUALIZER FRONT/REAR and press ENTER.
The column in the display indicates the sound level for the current frequency.
Adjust the level with the TUNING dial (4), or use the Up/Down arrows. Additional frequencies can be selected
with the Right/Left arrows.
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Save the settings by pressing ENTER or exit without saving by pressing EXIT .
Automatic sound control
The audio system's volume is adjusted automatically according to the speed of the vehicle. There are three settings
available, which determine the level of volume compensation:
LOW
MEDIUM*
HIGH
* Default setting.
To set the automatic sound level:
1. Press MENU followed by ENTER .
2. Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER .
3. Select AUTO. VOLUME CONTROL in the menu and press ENTER.
4. Select LOW , MEDIUM, or HIGH and press ENTER .
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5. Lock channels in the list presented by pressing ENTER or right arrow.
The channel is now locked and a checked box will be displayed to indicate this. It will be necessary to enter the
channel access code1 in order to listen to a locked channel.
Unlocking a channel:
A channel's access code1 is required to unlock a channel.
Unlock all channels
This permanently removes all channels from the locked list and makes them available for selection.
Temp. unlock all ch.
This function will temporarily unlock all channels and make them available for selection. The channels remain on the
locked list and will again be locked the next time the ignition is switched on.
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CHANGE CODE
This function makes it possible to change the channel access code. The default code is 0000.
To change the code:
1. Select CHANGE CODE and press ENTER.
2. Enter the current code and press ENTER .
3. Enter the code and press ENTER .
4. Confirm the new code and press ENTER .
If an incorrect code is entered, the text WRONG CODE! is displayed.
If you have forgotten the access code:
1. Select " SIRIUS ID " in the Sirius settings menu and press ENTER .
2. Press and hold the ENTER button for 2 seconds.
3. The current code will be displayed. Your Volvo retailer can also provide you with assistance.
SIRIUS ID
This function displays the 12-digit Sirius activation ID.
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CD player/CD changer (option)
CD function controls
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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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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