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refueling
wearing neoprene gloves while handling a fuel filler nozzle.
Use of Additives
With the exception of gas line antifreeze during winter months, do not add solvents, thickeners, or other store -bought
additives to your vehicle's fuel, cooling, or lubricating systems. Overuse may damage your engine, and some of these
additives contain organically volatile chemicals. Do not needlessly expose yourself to these chemicals.
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WARNING
Never carry a cell phone that is switched on while refueling your vehicle. If the phone rings, this may cause a spark
that could ignite gasoline fumes, resulting in fire and injury.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless, and odorless gas. It is present in all exhaust gases. If you ever smell
exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, make sure the passenger compartment is ventilated, and immediately return the
vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for correction.
Opening/closing the fuel filler door
The fuel filler door is located on the right rear fender (indicated by an arrow beside the fuel tank symbol on the
information display
)
With the ignition switched off, press the button on the lighting panel to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the
fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the vehicle begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the
fuel filler door relocks.
If you intend to leave your vehicle while it is being refueled, this feature enables you to lock the doors/trunk while
leaving the fuel filler door unlocked.
You can also keep the vehicle locked if you remain inside it during refueling. The central locking button does not
lock the fuel filler door.
Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and is completely closed after refueling.
Open the fuel filler cap slowly during hot weather.
Close the fuel filler door by pressing it a click indicates that it is closed.
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CAUTION
Avoid spilling gasoline during refueling. In addition to causing damage to the environment, gasolines containing
alcohol can cause damage to painted surfaces, which may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Manually opening the fuel filler door
If necessary, the fuel filler door can be opened manually.
Open the side hatch in the cargo area (on the same side as the fuel filler door).
Grasp the green cord with a handle.
Pull the cord straight rearward until the fuel filler door clicks open
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Opening/closing the fuel cap
Fuel vapor expands in hot weather. Open the filler cap slowly.
After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place.
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CAUTION
Do not refuel with the engine running1. Turn the ignition off or to position I. If the ignition is on, an incorrect
reading could occur in the fuel gauge.
Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do not press the handle on the filler nozzle more than one extra time. Too much
fuel in the tank in hot weather conditions can cause the fuel to overflow. Overfilling could also cause damage to the
emission control systems.
1If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator
lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.
Emission controls
Three-way catalytic converter
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or
distributor ignition systems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Do not continue to
operate your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions, such
as engine overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three-
way catalytic converter.
Do not park your vehicle over combustible materials, such as grass or leaves, which can come into contact with the
hot exhaust system and cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and weather conditions.
Excessive starter cranking (in excess of one minute), or an intermittently firing or flooded engine can cause three-
way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating.
Remember that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine, the Engine Control Module, or the vehicle
may be illegal and can cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating. This includes: altering fuel
injection settings
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or components, altering emission system components or location or removing components, and/or repeated use of
leaded fuel.
NOTE
Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with three-way catalytic converters.
Heated oxygen sensors
The heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxygen content of the exhaust gases. Readings are fed into a control module
that continuously monitors engine functions and controls fuel injection. The ratio of fuel to air into the engine is
continuously adjusted for efficient combustion to help reduce harmful emissions.
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Introduction
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is determined by factors such as the number of passengers, the amount of
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cargo, the weight of any accessories that may be installed, etc.
When loading the cargo area, keep the following in mind:
Load objects in the cargo area against the backrest whenever possible.
Unstable loads can be secured to the load anchoring eyelets with straps or web lashings to help keep them from
shifting.
Stop the engine and apply the parking brake when loading or unloading long objects. The gear selector can be
knocked out of position by long loads, which could set the vehicle in motion.
NOTE
To increase loading space, the rear seat backrests can be folded down, see page 85
.
WARNING
Stop the engine, put the gear selector in P , and apply the parking brake when loading or unloading long objects.
The vehicle's driving characteristics may change depending on the weight and distribution of the load.
A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces a force of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in a head-on collision at 30 mph (50
km/h).
The cargo area and rear seat should not be loaded to a level higher than 2 in. (5 cm) below the upper edge of the
rear side windows. Objects placed higher than this level could impede the function of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain.
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Power tailgate (option)
Automatic opening
The power tailgate can be opened automatically in the three ways::
By pressing and holding thebutton on the lighting panel for several seconds (see page 65).
By pressing the button on the remote key and holding this button for several seconds (see page 65).
By pulling the outer handle on the tailgate.
The taillights illuminate automatically when the automatic open function is used.
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CAUTION
Be sure that there is adequate space above and behind the vehicle before opening the tailgate automatically.
NOTE
If the tailgate has been opened and closed continuously for more than 90 seconds, the automatic function will be
deactivated to avoid overloading the electrical system. The automatic function can be used again after approximately
10 minutes.
Automatic closing
The power tailgate can be closed by pressing the
button on the tailgate (see the illustration), or by pressing it
down.
NOTE
If the tailgate is pressed down e.g., by the weight of snow or strong wind, it will close automatically.
WARNING
Be sure that no one is near the tailgate when it is opened or closed automatically. The tailgate should never be
obstructed in any way when it is operated.
Interrupting automatic opening/closing
Automatic opening or closing the tailgate can be interrupted in four ways:
By pressing the button on the lighting panel (see page 65).
By pressing the remote key (see page 65) for several seconds.
By pressing the button on the lower edge of the tailgate.
By pulling the outer handle on the tailgate. If one of these actions is taken:
While the tailgate is being opened, the electrical function will be switched off and the tailgate will be released from
the electrical system.
While the tailgate is being closed, it will return to the fully open position.
Pinch protection
If the tailgate is obstructed while it is being operated, the pinch protection function is activated.
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If the tailgate is being opened , the electrical function will be switched off and the tailgate will be released from the
electrical system.
If the tailgate is being closed , it will move in the opposite direction.
Operating the tailgate manually
The power tailgate can be disconnected from the vehicle's electrical system by quickly pulling the outer handle twice.
The tailgate can then be opened/closed manually.
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Load anchoring eyelets
The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to help anchor items in the cargo
area.
WARNING
Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting
during sudden stops.
Always secure large and heavy objects with a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
Always secure the load to help prevent it from moving in the event of sudden stops.
Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in P when loading and unloading the
vehicle.
Cargo area floor rails and hooks
The floor of the cargo compartment has rails on opposite sides of the vehicle equipped with hooks for anchoring loads
with straps, nets, etc.
Cleaning the rails
Dirt or other small objects that collect in the rails can make moving, locking, unlocking, and removing the hooks more
difficult. Objects can be removed from the rails with a vacuum cleaner, and the rails can be cleaned with a moist cloth.
Moving the load anchoring hooks
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To move a hook, fold it down in the direction in which its opening points.
Press the hook down lightly and move it to the desired position.
Fold up the hook. It will lock in place.
NOTE
There should be at least 2 in. (50 cm) between the hooks in the rail.
WARNING
Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in P when loading and unloading the vehicle.
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Removing a hook
The load-securing hooks can easily be removed, for example, to clean the rail.
To remove a hook, fold it down in the direction in which its opening points.
Press the hook down lightly and move the it to an opening in the rail.
Pull the hook straight up.
Replace a hook in the rail in the reverse order.
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NOTE
In order to return a removed hook into a rail, it must be press down lightly.
Reinserting a hook
It is important to insert the hooks correctly in the rails. The hooks' openings should point away from each other.
The opening on the hook closest to the rear seat backrest should point toward the backrest.
The opening on the hook closest to the tailgate should point toward the tailgate.
WARNING
The hooks must be installed correctly in the rail. Incorrectly installed hooks will be folded down by the strap,
allowing them to move. The load will then no longer be securely anchored.
Straps for securing loads
Wrapping straps a full turn around the hooks helps keep them in place.
NOTE
The straps should preferably be approximately 1 in. (25 mm) in width.
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