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Maintenance
Regularly check that the electrolyte level is correct and never fill above the level mark.
Check all cells. Use a large screwdriver or a coin to remove the cell caps. Each cell has its own maximum and
minimum level mark.
If necessary, top up with distilled water to the battery's maximum mark.
Tighten the cell caps thoroughly.
CAUTION
Always use distilled or deionized water (battery water).
Never fill above the level mark in the cell.
Changing
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WARNING
Connect and disconnect the positive and negative cables in the correct sequence.
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Battery
Removal
Switch off the ignition and wait at least 5 minutes before disconnecting the battery so that all information in the
vehicle's electrical system can be stored in the control modules.
Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover.
Release the rubber moulding so that the rear cover is free.
Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
Detach the black negative cable
Detach the red positive cable
Detach the ventilation hose
Loosen the screw holding the battery clamp.
Move the battery to the side and lift it up.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Installation
1. Lower the battery into the battery box.
2. Move the battery inward and to the side until it reaches the rear edge of the box.
3. Screw in the battery with the screw in the clamp.
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4. Connect the ventilation hose.
5. Connect the red positive cable.
6. Connect the black negative cable.
7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).
8. Reinstall the cold section moulding. (See Removal).
9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with the clips. (See Removal).
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Fuses
Replacing fuses
There are relay/fuse boxes located in the engine compartment, the passenger compartment, and the cargo area.
If an electrical component fails to function, this may be due to a blown fuse. The easiest way to see if a fuse is blown
is to remove it.
To do so:
1. Pull the fuse straight out. If a fuse is difficult to remove, special fuse removal tools are located on the inside of the
fuse box covers.
2. From the side, examine the curved metal wire in the fuse to see if it is intact.
If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
WARNING
Never use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the following pages. Doing so could
seriously damage or overload the vehicle's electrical system.
Location of the fuse boxes
Under the glove compartment
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Engine compartment
Cargo area
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Fuses
Engine compartment
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Fuses
Engine compartment, upper
Engine compartment, front
Engine compartment, lower These fuses are all located in the engine compartment box. Fuses in are located
under
.
NOTE
Fuses 16-33 are 35-41 may be changed at any time when necessary.
Fuses 1-15, 34, and 42-44 are relays/circuit breakers and should only be removed or replaced by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.
There is a special fuse removal tool on the underside of the cover.
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Fuses
Under the glove compartment
Fold aside the interior trim covering the fuse box.
Press the cover's lock and fold it up.
The fuses are accessible.
Positions
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Fuses
Cargo area
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