2008 VOLVO C70 parking brake

In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.
National Customer Service
175 Gordon Baker Road
North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255
www.volvocanada.com
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2 Contents
00 Introduction
General information 6
Volvo and the environment7
Important warnings8
01 Safety
Occupant safety 12
Seat belts14
Supplemental Restraint System17
Front airbags18
Occupant Weight Sensor21
Side impact protection airbags24
Door mounted inflatable curtains25
Whiplash Protection System26
Roll-over Protection System28
Crash mode29
Child safety30
Child restraint systems33
Infant seats35
Convertible seats37
Booster cushions39
ISOFIX lower anchors40
Child restraint registration and
recalls41
02 Instruments and controls
Instrument overview
44
Instrument panel47
Symbols - instrument panel50
Information display53
Lighting panel55
Left-side steering wheel lever57
Trip computer58
Right-side steering wheel lever60
Cruise control62
Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard
warning flashers64
Parking brake
65
12-volt sockets66
Power windows67
Mirrors68
Personal settings71
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
(option)73
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42 02 Instruments and controls
Instrument overview 44
Instrument panel47
Symbols - instrument panel50
Information display53
Lighting panel55
Left-side steering wheel lever57
Trip computer58
Right-side steering wheel lever60
Cruise control62
Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers64
Parking brake65
12-volt sockets66
Power windows67
Mirrors68
Personal settings71
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (option)73
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44 02 Instruments and controls
Instrument overview
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25. Controls for climate system82
26. Hazard warning flashers.64
27. Door open handle, and locking button123
28. Glove compartment103
29. Gear selector, manual143
Gear selector, automatic144
30. Parking brake65
31. 12-volt socket66
32. Switches for raising/lowering the power retractable hard top96
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Instrument overview
Control panel in driver's door
1. All windows up/down67
2. Power windows67
3. Door mirror button, driver's side70
4. Door mirror adjustment control70
5. Door mirror button, passenger's side70
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Instrument panel
Instrument panel
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This window displays information on functions such as the odometer, trip odometers, optional rain sensor, and cruise
control.
12. High beam indicator
13. Temperature gauge
The gauge indicates the temperature of the engine cooling system. If the temperature is abnormally high and the needle
enters the red zone, a message is shown in the display. Bear in mind that auxiliary lamps in front of the air intake
reduce the cooling capacity at high outside temperatures and high engine loads.
14. Indicator and warning symbols
Function check
The indicator and warning symbols
1 light up when you turn the ignition key to the driving position (position II) before
starting. This shows that the symbols are functioning.
When the engine starts, all symbols go out. If the engine is not started within 5 seconds, all of the symbols except
CHECK ENGINE and will go out. Certain symbols may not have their functions illustrated, depending on the car's
equipment.
The PARK BRAKE symbol will not go out until the parking brake has been released.
1On certain engines, the symbol for low oil pressure is not used. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display, see also page 210.
Symbols in the center of the instrument panel
Warning symbol
The red warning symbol lights up to indicate a fault that could affect the car's drivability.This symbol illuminates
when the vehicle is traveling at speeds above 5 mph (7 km/h). A text explaining the nature of the fault will also be
shown in the information display. The symbol and accompanying text will remain on until the fault has been corrected.
This symbol may also light up in combination with other indicator or warning symbols.
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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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Parking lights
The front and rear parking lights can be turned on even when the ignition is switched off.
Turn switch (1) to position .
The license plate lights also illuminate when the parking lights are switched on.
Headlights
1. Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. The low beam headlights (daytime running lights) illuminate automatically, except when the light switch (1) is in
position
1.
NOTE
See page 57
for information on switching between high and low beams.
1On Canadian models, the daytime running lights will remain on with the light switch in this position.
Brake lights
The brake lights come on automatically when the brakes are applied.
Fog lights
Front fog lights
The front fog lights can be used in combination with either the headlights or the parking lights.
1. Turn the ignition to position II.
2. Press button (3) to turn on the front fog lights.
An indicator light in the button illuminates when the front fog lights are on.
Rear fog light
The single rear fog light is located in the driver's side taillight cluster.
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2. Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable position
3. Press the lever back into place to lock the steering wheel in the new position. If necessary, press the steering wheel
slightly while pressing the lever into the locked position.
Check that the steering wheel is locked in the new position.
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Hazard warning flashers
The four-way flasher should be used to indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic hazard. To activate the flashers,
press the triangular button in the center dash. Press the button again to turn off the flashers.
NOTE
Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary, depending on where you live.
The hazard warning flashers will be activated automatically if an airbag deploys.
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Parking brake
Parking brake (hand brake)
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The parking brake lever is located between the front seats.
NOTE
The indicator light will light up even if the parking brake has only been partially applied.
When applying the parking brake
1. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
2. Pull the parking brake lever up firmly to its full extent.
3. Release the brake pedal and ensure that the vehicle is at a standstill.
4. If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever must be pulled more firmly.
5. When parking a vehicle always put the gear selector in first gear (for manual transmission) or P (for automatic
transmission).
Parking on a hill
If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point away from the curb.
If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front wheels so that they point toward the curb.
Releasing the parking brake
1. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
2. Pull the lever up slightly, press the button at the end of the lever and lower the lever completely.
WARNING
Pull up the parking brake lever up firmly to its full extent.
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12-volt sockets
12-volt socket (front seat)
The 12-volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The maximum current is
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