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The rear fog light will only function in combination with the high/low beam headlights or the optional front fog lights.
1. Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. Press button (5) to turn on the rear fog light.
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Lighting panel
An indicator light in the button illuminates when the rear fog light is on.
NOTE
The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal taillights and should be used only when conditions such as
fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150 meters).
Instrument panel lighting
The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition is in position II and the light switch (1) is in either position
or .
NOTE
To make it easier to read the odometer, trip odometer, clock, and ambient temperature, these gauges illuminate when
the vehicle is unlocked and when the key has been removed from the ignition switch. The lighting will go out when
the vehicle is locked.
Move the thumb wheel (2) up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness.
Unlocking the fuel filler door
With the ignition switched off, press button (4) to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will
remain unlocked until the car begins to move forward.
An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door re-locks.
Please refer to the following information for instructions on manually opening the fuel filler door.
Manually unlocking the fuel filler door
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The turn signals will be cancelled automatically by the movement of the steering wheel, or the lever can be returned to
its initial position by hand.
When changing lanes
The driver can automatically flash the turn signals 3 times by:
Moving the turn signal lever up or down to position 1 and releasing it.
Moving the lever up or down to position 2 and immediately back to its original position.
NOTE
This automatic flashing sequence can be interrupted by immediately moving the lever in the opposite direction.
If the turn signal indicator flashes faster than normal, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb.
High/low beam headlights
Continuous high beams
1. Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. With the light switch (1) in position
, (see page 55) pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel (position
4) to toggle between high and low beams.
High beam flash
1. Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. Pull the turn signal lever to position 3. The high beams will remain on until the lever is released.
Home safe lighting
When you leave your car at night, you can make use of the home safe lighting function to illuminate the area in front
of the car.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Pull the direction indicator lever as far as possible towards the steering wheel (to position 4) and release it.
3. Exit the car and lock the doors.
The headlights and parking lights will illuminate and remain on for 30
1, 60 or 90 seconds. The time interval can be
changed according to your preferences by using the Personal Settings function, see page 71
for more information.
1Factory setting
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Trip computer
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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 the previous page). 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 car 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 the this function is activated
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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 ashtrays 1 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 left of the 12-volt socket can be used for Volvo-installed optional or auxiliary equipment.
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Power windows
Operation
The power windows are opened and closed using the buttons in the armrests, or can be opened by pressing the unlock
button on the central locking system's remote control (see page 113
).
Opening/closing the windows from inside the car
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 any of the buttons (2 or 3) to the first detent ("stop") to open a window to the
position of your choice.
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WARNING
Always remove the ignition key 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 3 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.
NOTE
To reduce buffeting wind noise if the rear windows are opened, also open the front windows slightly.
Closing a window
Lightly pull up the front edge of any of the buttons (2 or 3) 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 3 as far as possible and release to automatically close the front
window(s) completely.
All windows
Button 1 can be used to open or close all of the windows at the same time.
Briefly press the right side of the button to automatically open all of the windows.
Press and hold down the left side of the button to close all of the windows.
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Mirrors
Rearview mirror
Auto-dim function
An optional integrated sensor reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare.
Rearview mirror with compass (option)
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3. Press ENTER (D).
4. Select an alternative using the menu navigation control (E).
5. Confirm your selection by pressing ENTER.
To exit the menu:
Press EXIT (C).
Available settings
Clock adjust
To set the time:
1. Use the number keys or the up/down arrow keys on the navigation control (E) to change the hour or minute.
2. Select hour(s) or minute(s) to be changed with the left/right arrow keys.
3. Press ENTER to start the clock.
NOTE
If you are currently using the 12-hour time setting, use the up/down arrow keys to select AM/PM after the minute-
setting has been adjusted.
Lock confirmation light
When the car is locked/unlocked with the remote control, the direction indicators can be selected to flash to confirm
the action. The alternatives On/Off are available for both locking and unlocking.
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Personal settings
Autolock
When the car starts to move, the doors and trunk can be locked automatically. The alternatives On/Off are available.
NOTE
Pulling the handle twice on a door unlocks and opens that door.
Unlock
There are two alternatives for unlocking:
Global (All doors)
Unlocks all doors and the trunk with one press on the remote control.
Two Step (Two-stage unlocking)
This alternative unlocks the driver's door with one press on the remote control. A second press unlocks the passenger's
door and the trunk.
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Operating side windows
The following alternative can be selected for opening all windows at the same time by pressing and holding the Unlock
button on the central locking system's remote control. See page 113
for more information.
Auto open all windows On/Off
Approach lighting
This alternative determines the length of time for which the car's lights will remain on when the Approach light button
on the central locking system's remote control is pressed. Intervals of 30/60/90 seconds may be selected. See page 113
for more information.
Home safe lighting
This alternative determines the length of time for which the car's lights will remain on when the high beam lever on the
steering column is pulled toward the wheel with the ignition switched off. Intervals of 30/60/90 seconds may be
selected. See page 57
for information on using this function.
Information
VIN number:
The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is the car's unique identity number.
Number of Keys:
The number of keys registered for the car is displayed here.
Climate functions
Blower speed in AUTO mode:
The blower speed can be set to AUTO mode in models equipped with ECC. Choose between "Low", "Normal" and
"High".
Timer for recirculation:
When the timer is active, the air recirculates in the car for 3-12 minutes depending on the ambient temperature. Select
On/Off depending on whether the recirculation timer is to be active or not.
Reset to factory settings
Use this alternative to return to the default climate system settings.
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HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (option)
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2. Pull up control 1, hold it up, and fold up the backrest to the upright position.
3. Return the seat belt to its guide.
Power seats
Easy entry is only intended to be used when the front seat in unoccupied.
Moving the seat forward:
1. Remove the seat belt from its guide (see page 15
).
2. Pull up control 1, hold it up, and fold the backrest forward until it locks in position.
3. Press and hold button 2 while the seat moves forward.
Moving the seat rearward:
1. With the backrest folded forward in the locked position , press and hold down button 2 until the seat has returned
to its original position.
2. Pull up control 1, hold it up, and fold up the backrest to the upright position.
3. Return the seat belt to its guide.
WARNING
After the seat has been returned to its original position, be sure that the backrest is securely locked in the upright
position.
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Front seats
Power seats (option)
The power driver's seat can be adjusted:
If the ignition key is in position I or II.
During a 10 minute period after the doors have been unlocked if the door remains open.
If the door is closed and the ignition key is not yet in the ignition, or if the key is in position 0, the seat can be
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