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 Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives.
 Always add  oil of the same type and  viscosity as already  used.
 Never  fill oil above the MAX mark. This could cause an  increase in oil consumption.
Checking and adding  oil
 NOTE 
Before checking the oil:
 The car should be  parked on a  level  surface  when the oil is checked.
If the engine is warm , wait for at least 10-15 minutes after the engine has been switched off before checking the
oil.
Checking the oil
1. Pull out the dipstick and  wipe  it with a  lint-free rag.
2. Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and  check the oil level.  The level  must  be  between the MIN  and  MAX marks.
3. Add oil if necessary.  If the level  is close to the MIN  mark, add  approximately 0.5 US quarts  (0.5 liters) of oil.
4. Recheck  the level  and  add  more oil if necessary  until the level  is near the MAX  mark.
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Engine  oil
 WARNING  
         
        
        
     
        
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Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces.
 NOTE 
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance intervals  except at owner request and  at
additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.
214 06 Maintenance and specifications
Fluids
Coolant
Normally, the coolant  does not need to be  changed. If the system must  be  drained, consult a  trained and  qualified
Volvo service technician.
See  page 275
 for information on cooling system capacities.
 CAUTION 
 Do not top off with water only. This reduces the rust-protective and  antifreeze  qualities of the coolant  and  has a
lower boiling point. It can also cause damage to the cooling system if it should freeze.  Top off with Volvo Genuine
Coolant/Antifreeze only (a 50/50 mix of water and  antifreeze).
 The cooling system must  always be  kept filled to the correct level,  and  the level  must  be  between the MIN  and
MAX  marks.  If it is not kept filled, there can be  high local  temperatures in the engine which  could result in damage.
Different types of antifreeze/coolant may not be  mixed. Check coolant  regularly.
 WARNING 
 Never  remove the radiator cap while the engine is warm. Wait  until the vehicle cools.
 If it is necessary  to top off the coolant  when the engine is warm, unscrew the expansion tank cap slowly so that
the overpressure dissipates.
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Fluids
Brake fluid 
         
        
        
     
        
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Checking the level
The fluid reservoir is concealed under the round cover at the rear of the engine compartment. The round cover must  be
removed first before the reservoir cap can be  accessed.
The brake fluid should always be  between the MIN and  MAX marks  on the inside of the reservoir. Check, without
removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.
Fluid type:  DOT 4+  boiling point >536°F (280°C), P/N 9437433
Replace:  The fluid should be  replaced  according  to the intervals  specified in the Warranty and  Service Records
Information booklet.
When driving under extremely hard conditions (mountain driving, etc), it may be  necessary  to replace  the fluid more
often. Consult a  trained and  qualified Volvo service technician.
Always entrust brake fluid changing to a  trained and  qualified Volvo service technician.
 WARNING 
If the fluid level  is below  the MIN  mark in the reservoir or if a  brake-related message is shown 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.
Filling
Turn  and  open  the cover.
Unscrew the reservoir cap and  fill the fluid. The level  must  be  between the MIN  and  MAX marks.
Power steering fluid
Check the level  frequently. The fluid does not require changing. The fluid level  must  be  between the MIN  and  MAX 
         
        
        
     
        
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The windshield and  headlight washers share a  common reservoir.
The washer fluid reservoir is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. During cold weather, the reservoir
should be  filled with windshield washer solvent containing antifreeze.  For capacities,  see page 275
.
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Battery
Warning symbols  on the battery
 NOTE 
A used battery should be  disposed of in an  environmentally responsible manner. Consult your Volvo retailer or take
the battery to a  recycling station.
Handling
 Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and  tightened.
 Never  disconnect the battery when the engine is running (for example, when replacing the battery). 
         
        
        
     
        
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 Skin: Wash affected areas of skin with soap and  water. Get  medical attention if symptoms occur.
 Eyes: Flush with plenty of water for least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting  the upper and  lower eyelids. Get
medical attention if symptoms occur.
 Inhalation: Move the person to fresh air. If irritation persists, get medical attention
1Certain  markets  only.
258 06 Maintenance and specifications
Wheels and tires
Inflating tires
The tire sealing system can be  used to inflate the tires. To do so:
1. Park the car in a  safe place.
2. The compressor should be  switched off. Ensure that the on/off  switch is in position 0 (the 0 side of the switch should
be  pressed down).
3. Take out the electrical wire and  hose.
4. Remove the valve cap from  the tire's inflation valve and  screw the hose connector  onto the valve as tightly as
possible by hand.
5. Connect the electrical wire to the nearest 12-volt socket in the vehicle.
6. Start the vehicle's engine.
 WARNING 
The vehicle's engine should be  running when the tire sealing system is used to avoid battery drain. Therefore,  be
sure the vehicle is parked in a  well ventilated  place, or outdoors, before using the system.
Children should never be  left unattended in the vehicle when the engine is running.
7. Check the tire's inflation pressure on the gauge. Switch off the compressor briefly to get a  clear  reading from  the
pressure gauge.
8. Refer to the tables on pages 240 and  241
 for the correct tire inflation pressure. If the tire needs to be  inflated, start
the tire sealing system's compressor (press the on/off  switch to position I ). If necessary,  release air from  the tire by
turning the air release knob counterclockwise.
 CAUTION 
The compressor should not be  used for more than 10 minutes at a  time to avoid overheating.
9. Turn  off the compressor (press the on/off  switch to position 0) when the correct inflation pressure has been reached.
10. Unscrew the hose from  the tire's inflation valve and  reinstall the valve cap.
11. Disconnect the electrical wire from  the 12-volt socket. 
         
        
        
     
        
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  Geartronic110-111
  general  description110- 111
  oil275
  shiftlock override111
Axle  weight 247
B
Battery
  
changing 227-228
  maintenance227
  remote control, replacing59
  specifications276
  warning symbols226
Black box 6, 208
Blind Spot Information System(BLIS)179-181
Booster cushion, integrated45-47
Booster cushions41
Brake lights91
  emergency  brake lights91
Brake support 166
Brake system
  
checking fluid level 215
  emergency  brake assistance114
  fluid275
  general  information113
  warning light77
Bulbs
  
footwell lighting 222
  headlights216- 218
  introduction216
  license plate  lights221
  side marker lights219
  specifications223
  taillight219- 221
  trunk lighting222
C
Capacity weight 247
Catalytic converter196
CD player/changer138-139
Central  locking system, introduction52
Chains250
Check engine light75
Child restraint systems34-35
  booster  cushions41
  convertible seats38- 40 
         
        
        
     
        
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Driving through water189
E
ECC128-133
Economical driving188
Electric parking brake116
Electronic Climate Control128-131
  air distribution table133
  Interior Air Quality System131
  ventilated  seats129
Emergency brake lights 91
Emergency locking retractor33
Emergency starting109
Emergency towing204-205
Emission inspection readiness210
Engine
  
overheating 77
  specifications271
  starting107
  starting with keyless  drive108
Engine compartment overview 211
Engine oil
  
checking 212
  low pressure warning light76
  specifications272
  volumes274
Environment 9
Eyelets  for anchoring loads198
F
Federal Clean Air Act208
Flat tires
  
tire sealing system 256
Fluid specifications 275
Fog lights
  
front 76
  front,  changing bulbs219
  front/rear91
Four C (active chassis system) 153
Front airbags19-21
  disconnecting passenger's  side airbag22- 24
Front fog lights76, 91
  changing bulbs219
Front park assist 176-178
Front seats84
  heated129 
         
        
        
     
        
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Locks,  child safety48
Long loads, ski hatch199
Low beams89
Low fuel level  warning light76
Low oil pressure warning light76
M
Main instrument panel124-125
Maintenance208
  performed by the owner209
Malfunction  indicator light 75
Manual parking brake115
Menu system122
  overview123
Messages in the instrument panel 124-125
Mirrors
  
defroster 100
  power door99
  rearview, auto-dim function100
  retractable99
  vanity185
Moonroof 101-102
Motor oil
  
checking 210
  specifications272
  volumes274
O
Occupant safety 14
Occupant weight sensor22-24
Octane ratings193
Octane recommendations193
Odometer, trip78
Oil
  
checking 212
  low pressure warning light76
  specifications272
  volumes274
On Call Roadside Assistance 277
Opening  the trunk from  the inside65
Overhead  courtesy lighting93-94
Overheating,  engine77
Oxygen sensors,  heated197
P
Pacemaker  (keyless drive warning)62
Paint, touching up266