2008 VOLVO C70 service

As you drive, a computer called On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII) monitors your car's engine, transmission, electrical
and emission systems.
The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the computer senses a condition that potentially may need correcting.
When this happens, please have your car checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as
possible.
A CHECK ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice a change in your car's behavior.
Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission controls, and drivability. Extended driving
without correcting the cause could even damage other components in your car.
NOTE
Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol.
2. Anti-lock Brake system (ABS)
If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will still
function).
The vehicle should be driven to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection. See page 147
for
additional information.
NOTE
Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol.
3. Rear fog light
This symbol indicates that the rear fog light (located in the driver's side taillight cluster) is on.
4. Dynamic Stability and Traction Control system (DSTC)
This indicator symbol flashes when the DSTC is actively working to stabilize the car. See page 149
for more detailed
information.
5. Not in use
6. Fuel level warning light
When this light comes on, there are approximately 2.1 US gallons (8 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank.
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Symbols - instrument panel
Symbols - right side
1. Turn signal indicator for trailer (certain models)
If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not
flash when signaling, one of the turn signals on the trailer or on the car are not functioning properly.
2. Parking brake applied
This light is on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the front
seats. Always pull up this lever as far as possible when applying the parking brake.
NOTE
Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol.
3. SRS warning light
If this light comes on while the car is being driven, or remains on for longer than approximately 10 seconds after the
car has been started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions have detected a fault in a seat belt lock or pretensioner, a
front airbag, side impact airbag, and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s) inspected by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician as soon as possible.
4. Oil pressure warning light1
If the light comes on while driving, stop the car, stop the engine immediately, and check the engine oil level. If the oil
level is normal and the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest trained and qualified Volvo service
technician. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided
it goes off when the engine speed is increased.
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5. Seat belt reminder
See page 16
for detailed information.
6. Generator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician.
7. Brake failure warning light
If this light comes on while driving or braking, stop the car as quickly as possible in a safe place, open the hood, and
check
1On certain engines, this symbol is not used to indicate low oil pressure. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display, see also
page 210
.
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Symbols - instrument panel
the brake fluid level in the reservoir. See page 208 for the location of the reservoir.
NOTE
Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol.
WARNING
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed
in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE . Have the car towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician
and have the brake system inspected.
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a " BRAKE FAILURE - SERVICE URGENT" message
is displayed in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician and have the brake system inspected.
If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in the brake system.
In this case:
1. Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine.
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Climate control maintenance
Special tools and equipment are required to maintain and carry out repairs on the climate system. Work of this type
should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
Refrigerant
Volvo cares about the environment. The air conditioning system in your car contains a CFC-free refrigerant - R134a.
This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 1.2 lbs (530 g) R134a (HFC 134a), and uses PAG
oil.
Passenger compartment filter
Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. Please refer to your Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet, or consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for these intervals. The filter
should be replaced more often when driving under dirty and dusty conditions. The filter cannot be cleaned and
therefore should always be replaced with a new one.
NOTE
There are different types of cabin air filters. Ensure that the correct type is installed.
Display
The display above the climate control panel shows the climate settings that have been made.
Personal settings
There are two functions in the climate system that can be set to your preferences:
Blower speed to Auto mode (models with ECC only).
Timer controlled recirculation of the air in the passenger compartment.
For information about how to make these settings, see the Personal settings section on page 71
.
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Air vents
Air vents in the dashboard
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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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PRESS BRAKE TO OPERATE ROOF
Press the brake pedal to operate the retractable hard top.
CLOSE TRUNK FOR ROOF OPERATION
The trunk is open and must be closed before operating the power retractable hard top.
CLOSE TRUNK SEP. FOR ROOF OPERAT
The trunk divider (see page 95
for more
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Power retractable hard top
information) must be closed before operating the power retractable hard top.
LOW BATTERY FOR ROOF OPERATION
The battery's charge is too low to operate the power retractable hard top. In this case, the top can only be raised. Start
the engine, or if necessary, have the battery charged before operating the top.
ROOF NOT LOCKED
The power retractable hard top is not fully up or down. Press and hold down the respective button again to complete
the operation.
TEMP LIMITS ROOF OPERATION
The power retractable hard top mechanism has overheated, or the ambient temperature is below 14¡ F (-10¡ C). If the
mechanism has overheated, wait for approximately 5 minutes (the message in the information display will disappear)
and try to lower or raise the top again.
If a fault in the power retractable hard top mechanism occurs, the following messages will be displayed:
ROOF FAILURE SERVICE REQUIRED
The power retractable hard top cannot be operated. Contact an authorized Volvo retailer or service technician. If the
top is down in this situation, a cover for the vehicle is provided in the trunk. See page 98
for more information.
ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL
The power retractable hard top must be operated according to the following instructions.
Emergency operation
If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed, the power retractable hard top cannot be operated in the
normal way.
NOTE
If a fault has occurred and the power retractable hard top has been raised, it cannot be lowered again until the fault
has been corrected.
CAUTION
Carefully read the information under "Before raising or lowering the power retractable hard top" on page 94
before
operating the power retractable hard top. Damage may be unavoidable if the power retractable hard top must be
operated under such conditions.
1. Press button 1 or 2 (see the illustration on page 96
) until ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed.
2. Release the button.
3. Press the button again and hold it down. After approximately 5 seconds, the power retractable hard top will begin to
move. Keep the button depressed until the top is fully raised.
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NOTE
Movement of the top may stop briefly. However, the button should be held down throughout the entire operation. An
audible signal will sound during the entire operation.
WARNING
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's opening/closing mechanism.
Unexpected movement of the hard top/the hard top or the trunk could inadvertently open.
The retractable hard top can be damaged.
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Power retractable hard top
Temporary cover
The cover should only be used if the power retractable hard top is down and cannot be raised. It should be placed over
the car so that the shock-cord attaching points are on the underside.
To install the cover
1. Raise all windows.
2. Take out the cover (stowed in the compartment in the rear side of the ski hatch in the center of the rear seat
backrest), remove it from the bag and unfold it.
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NOTE
This does not arm the alarm or lock the trunk.
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Valet locking
Introduction
By utilizing the remote control with the key blade removed, the valet locking feature enables you to block access to the
trunk and glove compartment for e.g., valet parking or when the car is brought to the retailer for service.
Locking points
A. Doors
B. Steering wheel lock
C. Glove compartment
D. Compartments in door panels
E. Ski hatch
F. Trunk
With the valet locking function activated:
The vehicle's doors can be locked or unlocked
The engine can be started
Locking points C, D, E, and F cannot be unlocked with the remote control.
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Valet locking
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