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The deep storage compartment has room for 10 CD jewel cases. These cases must be inserted with their spines upward
in order to allow space for 10 cases in the storage compartment.
Cup holders in the center console
Two cup holders are located under the sliding cover in the center console.
The cup holders can be lifted out if necessary. To do so, grasp the indentation on the rear edge of the cup holder and
lift.
To put the cup holder back in place:
1. Slide the two locating tabs in the front side of the cup holder into the two corresponding recesses in the center
console storage space.
2. Press down the rear edge of the cup holder.
To close the sliding cover, grasp the underside of the front edge and pull.
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Storage compartments
Storage compartment behind the parking brake
If the buttons for optional equipment are not installed, the recess behind the parking brake can be used as a storage
compartment.
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107 04 Interior
Storage compartments
Loading the trunk
Loading the trunk with the power retractable hard top down
When the power retractable hard top is down, it is folded in the trunk. Using the button shown in the illustration above,
the folded power retractable hard top can be moved up or down slightly to facilitate loading or unloading small objects.
NOTE
This movement is part of the normal power retractable hard top operation, which means that messages pertaining to
the power retractable hard top's operation (see page 96
) also apply to the this function.
WARNING
Anyone near the vehicle should be well clear of the power retractable hard top's moving parts before it is operated.
CAUTION
Any objects that impede the movement of the power retractable hard top may damage the top or its mechanism.
When the power retractable hard top has been raised for loading the trunk, or if its movement has been interrupted
by pressing the button twice, the trunk should not be closed. Doing so can damage the system or cause paint damage.
To raise the level of the folded power retractable hard top:
1. Open the trunk.
2. Press the button on the right side of the trunk opening.
NOTE
There may be a delay of several seconds before the folded power retractable hard top begins to move.
Movement of the top can be stopped by pressing the button again.
3. The folded power retractable hard top will raise slightly. If an audible signal sounds during this operation, check the
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information display in the center instrument panel for messages.
4. Lift the trunk divider (see page 95) to provide an opening into the trunk.
5. When the objects to be loaded have been placed in the trunk, press down the trunk divider.
6. Press the button to move the power retractable hard top downward. Movement of the top can be stopped by pressing
the button again.
7. Close the trunk.
NOTE
The trunk cannot be closed while the folded power retractable hard top is in the upper position.
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Raising and lowering the folded top in the event of a fault
If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed, the folded power retractable hard top can only be
lowered in the trunk.
CAUTION
Damage may be unavoidable if the power retractable hard top must be operated when this message is displayed.
Press the button again and hold it down. After approximately 2 seconds, the power retractable hard top will begin to
move. Keep the button depressed until the folded top is lowered.
NOTE
An audible signal will sound during this entire operation.
Load anchoring eyelets
The eyelets in the trunk can be used to fasten accessory load and lashing straps, load nets, and other load anchors.
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12-volt socket (option)
Fold down the lid to use the socket.
Using the 12-volt socket while the engine is not running drains the vehicle's battery.
If the ignition is switched off and a device drawing more that 0.1A is connected to a socket, a battery alert will be
shown in the driver information display.
The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in use.
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Storage compartments
Carrying long loads (ski hatch)
The center section of the rear seat backrest can be opened to create space for carrying long, light objects (max. length
6.5 ft/2 meters, max. weight 55 lbs/25 kg). To do so, the center section (cushion) of the rear seat backrest must be
removed, the tire repair kit (if the vehicle is so equipped) must be removed and stowed in the trunk, and the plastic
hatch in the trunk must be opened.
Removing the center backrest cushion
Pull the strap at the upper edge of the cushion, pull it forward, and lift it out.
Opening the plastic hatch
From the trunk, press the catches in the two holes in the hatch (A in the illustration) toward each other to release the
hatch, and fold it down.
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NOTE
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional ski bag, the bag's zipper must be opened from the passenger's
compartment in order to insert objects through the ski hatch.
Replacing the backrest cushion
Begin by guiding the lower section of the cushion into place. Then press the upper section of the cushion into place.
NOTE
This cushion is locked in place when the vehicle is locked with the remote control. See page 117
.
Securing long objects
Long objects should be secured with one of the rear seat belts.
Wrap the belt once around the object and lock the belt in the retractor as usual.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional ski bag, pass the seat belt through the bag's handle before fastening the seat
belt.
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VOLVO C70
110 05 Locks and alarm
Remote control and key blade 112
Valet locking117
Keyless drive (option as available)119
Locking and unlocking123
Glove compartment and trunk124
Opening the trunk from the inside125
Alarm126
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112 05 Locks and alarm
Remote control and key blade
Remote controls
Two remote controls that also function as ignition keys are provided with your car. The remote controls contain
detachable metal key blades for manually locking or unlocking the driver's door and the glove compartment.
USA - FCC ID: LTQVO315TX
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Canada - IC: 3659AVO315TX
Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Loss of a remote control
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If either of the remote controls is lost, the other must be taken with the car to a Volvo retailer. As an anti-theft
measure, the code of the lost remote control must be erased from the system.
Each key blade has a unique code, which is used if new key blades are required. A maximum of six remote
controls/key blades can be programmed and used for one car.
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)
Each of the keys supplied with your car contains a coded transponder. The code in the key is transmitted to an antenna
in the ignition switch where it is compared to the code stored in the start inhibitor module. The car will start only with
a properly coded key. If you misplace a key, take the other keys to an authorized Volvo retailer for reprogramming as
an antitheft measure.USA - FCC ID: LTQWFS 125VO
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Canada - IC: 3659A-WFS125VO
Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
Never use force on the narrow section of the remote control - this is where the transponder is located. The car cannot
be started if the transponder is damaged.
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Remote control and key blade
Remote control functions
1. Lock - Press the Lock button on the remote once to lock both doors, the trunk, the cabin storage compartments
(compartment in the doors, the rear side panels, and the ski hatch in the center of the rear seat backrest). The turn
signals will flash twice to confirm locking.
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NOTE
The remote control will not lock or unlock the glove compartment.
Double locking
If the car is locked with the remote control while the power retractable hard top is down , the double locking feature
activates after approximately 30 seconds. This means that the doors cannot be unlocked or opened from inside the car.
NOTE
The double locking function can be temporarily disabled. See page 127
for instructions.
2. Unlock - Press the Unlock button on the remote once to unlock the driver's door. The turn signals will flash twice to
confirm unlocking. After a short pause, press the Unlock button a second time within 10 seconds to unlock the other
doors and the trunk.
A long press (for several seconds) opens the side windows.
NOTE
The turn signals flash to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly locked/unlocked with the remote control.
When locking the vehicle, the turn signals will flash a confirmation only if all the doors are securely closed and
locked. Flashing confirmation for locking and unlocking may be customized in the vehicle's Personal settings menu.
See page 71
for more information.
The two-step unlocking function can be changed so that one press of the Unlock button unlocks all of the doors
and the trunk. See Personal settings on page 71
for more information.
Automatic relocking: If the doors are unlocked, the locks will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will
rearm after 2 minutes unless a door or the trunk has been opened.
Automatic locking: When the car starts to move, the doors and trunk can be locked automatically. This feature
can be turned on or off, see Personal settings on page 72
for more information.
Airbag deployment will automatically attempt to unlock the doors.
3. Approach lighting - As you approach the car:
Press the button on the remote control to illuminate the area around the car in dark conditions.
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Pressing the button once lights up the interior lighting, parking lights, and license plate lighting. These lights will
switch off automatically after 30, 60 or 90 seconds. See the Personal settings on page 71
for information about
adjusting the time setting.
4. Unlock trunk - Press the button once to disarm the alarm system and unlock only the trunk. After closing, the trunk
will not automatically relock. Press Lock to relock it and rearm the alarm.
NOTE
This function will unlock, but not pop open, the trunk.
5. Panic alarm : - This button can be used to attract attention during emergency situations.
To activate the panic alarm, press and hold the red button for at least 3 seconds or press it twice within 3 seconds. The
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