2008 VOLVO S40 light

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.
Rear reading lights
4. Rear driver's side reading light, on/off
5. Rear passenger's side reading light, on/off
The rear reading lights can be switched on or off by pressing the respective buttons, and function if the ignition key is
in positions I , II, or if the engine is running.
The courtesy lighting can be switched on or off within 30 minutes after the engine has been switched off, or after a
door has been opened or closed.
These lights switch off automatically 5 minutes after the engine has been switched off.
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Interior lighting
Vanity mirror
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Raise the cover to switch on the light.
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Storage compartments
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Storage compartments
1. Storage pocket (on the rear side of the front seats)
2. Compartment in door panel (with a holder for an ice scraper)
3. Storage pocket (on the front side of the front seat cushion)
4. Glove compartment
5. Storage compartment for e.g., CDs and cup holders
6. Jacket hanger (intended for light garments only)
7. Rear seat storage compartment and cup holders
8. Storage pocket (on the front side of the rear, center seat cushion)
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.
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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 123 for
information on locking the glove compartment.
Jacket hanger
The jacket hanger is located on the inboard side of the front passenger's seat head restraint. It is only intended for
hanging light garments.
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Storage compartments
Holder for an ice scraper
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The car can also be locked if a door is open (does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive.
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 all side windows.
NOTE
The turn signals flash to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly locked/unlocked with the remote control or
the optional keyless drive. 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 77
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 77
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 77
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.
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 78
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
turn signals and horn will be activated.
The panic alarm will stop automatically after 30 seconds.
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Remote control and key blade
To deactivate, wait approximately 5 seconds and press the red button again.
NOTE
This button will NOT unlock the car.
Weak battery in the remote control
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When the battery begins to lose its charge, the Information symbol in the instrument panel (see page 51) lights up and
REMOTE BATTERY LOW VOLTAGE is shown in the information display.
Replacing the battery in the remote control
If the range of the transmitter is noticeably reduced, this indicates that the battery (type CR 2450, 3V) is weak and
should be replaced. To replace the battery:
1. Place the remote control with the keypad downward. Pry open the cover with a small slotted screwdriver.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Note how the + and - sides of the battery are positioned on the inside of the cover (see the underside of the cover).
CAUTION
When replacing the battery, avoid touching the electrical circuitry in the other half of the remote control.
4. Pry out and replace the battery. Avoid touching the battery and its contact surfaces with your fingers.
5. Press the cover back into place.
The old battery should be disposed of properly at a recycling center or at your Volvo retailer.
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Remote control and key blade
Key blade
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The alarm system
The alarm is automatically armed whenever the car is locked with the remote control, or if a front lock button is
depressed.
When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will trigger the
alarm:
The hood is forced open.
The trunk is forced open.
A door is forced open.
The ignition switch is tampered with
An attempt is made to start the car with a non-approved key (a key not coded to the car's ignition).
If there is movement in the passenger compartment (if the car is equipped with the optional movement sensor).
The car is lifted or towed (if the car is equipped with the optional inclination sensor)
The battery is disconnected (while the alarm is armed).
The siren is disconnected when the alarm is disarmed.
The alarm indicator light
The status of the alarm system is indicated by the indicator light on at the top of the dashboard (see illustration):
Indicator light off - the alarm is not armed
The indicator light flashes every two seconds - the alarm is armed
The indicator light flashes rapidly before the ignition is switched on - the alarm has been triggered. The message
"ALARM TRIGGERED, CHECK CAR" will also be displayed.
Fault in the alarm system: If a fault has been detected in the alarm system, a message will be shown in the
information display. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician to have the alarm system inspected and
repaired if necessary.
Arming the alarm
Press the LOCK button on the remote control, or press the central lock button on one of the front doors with the door
open. One long flash of the turn signals will confirm that the alarm is armed.
Disarming the alarm
Press the UNLOCK button on the remote control or insert the key in the ignition
1 to disarm the alarm. Two short
flashes from the car's direction indicators confirm that the alarm has been deactivated and that all doors are unlocked.
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Turning off (stopping) the alarm
If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote control or by inserting the
key in the ignition
1On vehicles with the optional keyless drive, press in the start control in the ignition switch.
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Alarm
switch. The driver's door must first be unlocked with the key blade.
NOTE
On vehicles equipped with the optional keyless drive, the start control must be removed from the ignition switch
before the key can be inserted. See page 138
for instructions.
Audible/visual alarm signal
An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren. The alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds.
NOTE
The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for approximately 5
minutes.
Temporarily turning off the accessory alarm sensor(s)
In certain situations it may be desirable to turn off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for
example, you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or if a pet is left in
the vehicle with the doors locked.
1. From position II or higher, turn the ignition key to 0 and remove it from the ignition switch
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2. Press the button (1). The LED in the button will remain on for one minute after the key has been removed from the
ignition switch or until the car is locked.
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Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of
your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions.
Observe the following rules:
Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator
pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach
normal operating temperature.
Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
Use the transmission's Drive ( D) position as often as possible and avoid using kickdown.
Do not exceed posted speed limits.
Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the vehicle.
Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc, increase air resistance and also fuel consumption.
At highway driving speeds, fuel consumption will be lower with the air conditioning on and the windows closed
than with the air conditioning off and the windows open.
Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can help you learn how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are:
Dirty air cleaner
Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
Dragging brakes
Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard maintenance intervals.
Weight distribution affects handling
WARNING
Driving with the trunk open: Driving with the trunk open could lead to poisonous exhaust gases entering the
passenger compartment. If the trunk must be kept open for any reason, proceed as follows:
Close the windows
Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and the blower control to its
highest setting.
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be
turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk
of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in the cargo
area, the less the tendency to understeer.
Handling, roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check that the tires are inflated to
the recommended pressure according to the vehicle load. See the "Tire pressure" section. Loads should be distributed
so that capacity weight
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General information
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