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adjusted or during a period of 40 seconds. The power passenger's seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in
position I or II, or if the engine is running.
Adjusting the seat
Seat adjustment controls 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the side of the seat can be used to move the seat to the position of your
choice.
1. Move this section of the control up or down to raise/lower the front section of the seat cushion.
2. Move the control forward/rearward to move the seat forward or rearward.
3. Move this section of the control up or down to raise/lower the rear section of the seat cushion.
4. Backrest tilt.
NOTE
The power seats have an overload protector that activates if a seat is blocked by any object. If this occurs, switch off
the ignition (key in position 0) and wait for approximately 20 seconds before operating the seat again.
Emergency stop
If the seat inadvertently begins to move, press any of the buttons to stop the seat.
Programming the seat memory, driver's seat only (option)
Three different seating positions (and the position of the door mirrors) can be stored in the seat's memory. The
memory buttons are located on the outboard side of the driver's seat (see the illustration).
The following example explains how memory button 1 can be programmed. Buttons 2 and 3 can be programmed in the
same way.
To program (store) a seat position in memory button 1:
1. Adjust the seat (and door mirrors) to the desired position (see the instructions under "Adjusting the seat").
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Front seats
2. Press and hold down the "M" (Memory) button.
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There should be no objects on the power retractable hard top's cover.
Remove all snow, ice or loose objects from the power retractable hard top and trunk lid.
The top should be dry before it is lowered.
CAUTION
If the power retractable hard top is lowered while it is wet, water may drip into the passenger compartment or trunk
There should be at least 6.5 feet (2 meters) of free space from the ground (distance A in the illustration).
There should be at least 8 inches (20 cm) of free space behind the vehicle (distance B in the illustration in the center
column).
The ambient temperature should be above 14°F (-10°C).
The trunk divider (see page 95) must be closed.
The trunk must be closed.
The vehicle must be at a standstill and the brake pedal must be pressed.
Volvo also recommends the following:
The vehicle should be parked outdoors, on level ground.
Raising or lowering the power retractable hard top should preferably be done in one, continuous operation.
If the vehicle is parked outdoors, the engine should be idling to help avoid battery drain.
CAUTION
If the instructions on these pages are not followed, damage to the power retractable hard top's mechanism may occur.
WARNING
The power retractable hard top must not be obstructed in any way when it is being operated. Always have an
unobstructed view of the power retractable hard top when it is in motion. See also the decal on the trunk divider.
Anyone near the vehicle should be well clear of the power retractable hard top's moving parts before it is operated.
Children must never be allowed to play with the power retractable hard top control buttons.
Do not leave the power retractable hard top motionless longer than necessary while it is being operated
Do not leave the key in the ignition if there are children in the vehicle.
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Power retractable hard top
Trunk divider
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When lowered, the power retractable hard top is concealed by a cover, see the illustration above.
CAUTION
Do not sit or place heavy objects on the power retractable hard top cover.
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Power retractable hard top
Raising or lowering the power retractable hard top
1. Turn the ignition key to position II, or start the engine if the vehicle is parked outdoors.
2. Press the brake pedal.
3. Press and hold down the left button (1) to raise the power retractable hard top or the right button (2) to lower it.
Hold down the respective button until the top is completely raised or lowered. Release the button when an audible
signal sounds. The message ROOF OPEN or ROOF CLOSED will be displayed.
CAUTION
Please heed any messages that may appear in the information display while the top is in operation.
Any windows that are closed will be opened approximately 4 inches (10 cm) while the power retractable hard top
is in operation. The windows will be automatically re-closed when the top is completely raised or lowered.
WARNING
See the section "Before raising or lowering the power retractable hard top" on page 94 before operating the power
retractable hard top.
Never pull the release wire for the power retractable hard top's hydraulic system that is located under the rear seat
cushion. This wire is only intended for use by qualified service personnel. Pulling this wire could lead to:
High risk of being injured by the power retractable hard top mechanism.
Unexpected movement of the hard top, or the hard top or the trunk could inadvertently open.
The retractable hard top can be damaged.
Power retractable hard top-related text messages
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Rear seat reading lights
The rear reading lights can be switched on or off by pressing the respective buttons.
Courtesy lighting - automatic function
The interior lighting has a built-in automatic function that switches on the courtesy lighting for 30 seconds when:
the car is unlocked from the outside using the key or remote control
the engine is switched off and the ignition key is turned to the 0 position.
The courtesy lighting lights up or remains on for 5 minutes when:
one of the doors is opened and left open.
the courtesy lighting has not been switched off (the right side of button 2 depressed).
The automatic lighting goes out when:
the engine is started
the car is locked from the outside using the key or remote control.
If the courtesy lighting is not switched off manually, it will be turned off automatically 5 minutes after the engine has
been switched off.
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Interior lighting
Vanity mirror
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5. Cup holders
6. Storage compartment in center console (for e.g. CDs)
7. Cup holders
8. Storage compartments in rear side panels
9. Storage compartment on rear side of front seat backrests.
WARNING
Anchor any heavy objects to prevent them from moving during sudden stops.
Packages on the rear parcel shelf can obscure vision and may become dangerous projectiles in the event of a
sudden stop or an accident.
Glove compartment
The owners manual and maps can be stored here. There are also holders for coins, pens and fuel cards. The glove
compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachable key blade from the central locking system's remote
control. See page 115
for information on removing the key blade from the remote control, and page 124 for
information on locking the glove compartment
Compartment in door panel
Open the compartment by lifting the front lower section of the lid.
Close by pressing the upper edge of the lid.
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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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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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Remote control and key blade
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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