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Manually unlocking the fuel filler door
The electric motor that controls the fuel filler door locking mechanism is located on the inside of the rear fender on the
passenger side of the vehicle, just behind the fuel filler door. To unlock this door manually:
Turn the knob (A) 1/4 turn counterclockwise to release the cover panel (B).
Fold down the cover panel to access the electric motor (C).
Press the catch (D) rearward to unlock the fuel filler door, or forward to lock the door.
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Left-side steering wheel lever
Lever positions
1. Turn signals, lane change position
2. Turn signals, position for normal turns
3. High beam flash
4. Toggle between high and low beams, Home Safe lighting
Turn signals
When turning
Move the lever as far up or down as possible (to position 2) to start the turn signals. 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.
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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
Turn the ignition key to position II.
With the light switch (1) in position, (see page 57) pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel (position 4) to
toggle between high and low beams (this also applies on models equipped with the optional Active Bi -Xenon®
headlights).
High beam flash
Turn the ignition key to position II.
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 vehicle at night, you can make use of the home safe lighting function to illuminate the area in front
of the vehicle.
Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Pull the direction indicator lever as far as possible towards the steering wheel (to position 4) and release it.
Exit the vehicle 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 by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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Right-side steering wheel lever
Windshield wipers
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Windshield wipers off
If the lever is in the 0 position and you move it upwards, the wipers will sweep one stroke at a time for as long as you
hold the lever up.
Intermittent wiper function
With the lever in this position, you can set the wiper interval by twisting the control ring 1 upward to increase wiper
speed or downward to decrease the speed.
Headlight washer (certain models)
When the lever is pulled to wash the windshield, high pressure jets mounted in the bumper will spray the headlights.
To conserve washer fluid in driving conditions where the windshield washers are used frequently, the headlights will
only be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed within a 10-minute period.
A short pull on the lever will wash the windshield only.
When approximately 1 US quart (1 liter) remains in the washer fluid reservoir, the headlights will not be washed when
the lever is pulled to conserve washer fluid for the windshield.
CAUTION
Use ample washer fluid when washing the windshield. The windshield should be thoroughly wet when the wipers
are in operation.
Before using the wipers, ice and snow should be removed from the windshield. Be sure the wiper blades are not
frozen in place.
Rain sensor (option)
The rain sensor automatically regulates wiper speed according to the amount of water on the windshield.
The sensitivity of the sensor can be adjusted by twisting ring 1 up (the wipers will sweep the windshield more
frequently) or down (the wipers will sweep the windshield less frequently).
Activating the rain sensor
Turn the ignition key to at least position I and put the windshield wiper lever in position 0.
Press button 2.
An LED in the button will light up to indicate that the rain sensor is active.
Deactivating the rain sensor
Press button 2.
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will light up.
A timer automatically switches off the heating after approximately 12 minutes. The LED will go out correspondingly.
If the vehicle's speed is increased by using the accelerator pedal for more than 1 minute.
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Trip computer
The trip computer stores information gathered from several systems in your vehicle and has four menus that can be
displayed in the text window.
Driving distance on current fuel reserve
Average fuel consumption
Current fuel consumption
Average speed
Current speed in mph (Canadian models only)
DSTC (see page 139 for detailed information)
NOTE
Warning messages from the vehicle's monitoring systems will override the trip computer function. If a warning
message is displayed in the text window while you are using the trip computer, you must acknowledge the message by
pressing button A. Press button A again to return to the trip computer function.
Trip computer controls and functions
The trip computer functions can be accessed by twisting INFO (B) one step at a time in either direction. Twisting a final
time returns you to the original function.
The trip computer can be reset (current data will be erased from system memory) by pressing RESET (button C).
1. Driving distance on current fuel reserve
This function shows the approximate distance that can be driven on the fuel remaining in the tank. This calculation is
based on average fuel consumption during the last 20 miles (30 km) of driving and the amount of fuel remaining in the
tank when the reading was taken.
When the driving distance on current fuel reserve is less than 12 miles (20 km), "----" will be displayed in the text
window.
2. Average fuel consumption
This value indicates fuel consumption since the last time the trip computer was reset (by pressing RESET, button C).
When the engine is switched off, information on fuel consumption is stored and remains in system memory until the
RESET (button C) is pressed again.
3. Current fuel consumption
This value indicates the current fuel consumption, based on readings taken once per second. When the vehicle is not
moving, "----" will be displayed.
4. Average speed
This value indicates average speed since the last time the trip computer was reset (by pressing RESET, button C). When
the engine is switched off, information on average speed is stored and remains in system memory until the RESET
(button C) is pressed again.
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5. Current speed in miles per hour (Canadian models only)
This function provides the driver with an instantaneous conversion of the vehicle's current speed from km/h to mph.
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Trip computer
NOTE
Trip computer readings may vary slightly depending on the circumference of the tires on the vehicle and driving style.
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Cruise control
The cruise control panel is located on the left side of the steering wheel hub and may differ in appearance, depending on
the model.
Engaging cruise control
Press the CRUISE button. CRUISE will be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.
NOTE
This does not set the vehicle's speed.
Setting speed
Press + or - to set the current speed. CRUISE-ON will be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.
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Press 0 to temporarily disengage cruise control. CRUISE will be displayed in the information window in the
instrument panel.
Press the brake pedal.
Press "resume"
to return to the previously set speed.
WARNING
Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads, or when driving on
unpaved or uneven road surfaces. Cruise control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades.
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Parking brake
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.
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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 socket
Auxiliary sockets
The 12-volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key must be in
position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.
NOTE
The cover should be folded down when the auxiliary socket is not in use.
Cigarette lighter/ashtrays
The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Volvo retailer.
Volvo vehicles in North America do not have an ashtray in the front seat as standard equipment. If you want to have an
ashtray in the front seat, please contact your Volvo retailer.
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Power windows
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The power windows are controlled by buttons in the arm rests. The ignition switch must be ON1 (ignition key in position
I, II or the engine running) for the electrically operated windows to function.
To lower: Press down the front edge of the button to the first detent ("stop").
To raise: Lightly pull up the front edge of the button to the first detent ("stop").
1The power windows will also function after the ignition has been switched off as long as neither of the front doors has been opened.
NOTE
To reduce buffeting wind noise if the rear windows are opened, also open the front windows slightly.
Auto up/down function (front doors only)
Either front door window can be opened or closed automatically.
Auto down
Press the front part of the button as far down as possible and release it immediately. To stop the window at any time, pull
the button up.
Auto up
Pull the front part of the button up as far as possible and release it immediately. To stop the window at any time, press
the button down.
NOTE
The electrically operated windows in the front seat have an overload protecting circuit breaker which reverses
movement of the electrically operated windows to their starting points if they are obstructed in any way. Thereafter the
windows will operate normally again.
WARNING
Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is unattended.
Make sure that the windows are completely unobstructed before they are operated. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
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