Water or mud can make the brake linings slippery, resulting in delayed braking effect.
CAUTION
Engine damage will occur if water is drawn into the air cleaner.
If the vehicle is driven through water deeper than 9 in (25 cm), water may enter the differential and the
transmission. This reduces the oil's lubricating capacity and may shorten the service life of these components.
Do not allow the vehicle to stand in water up to the door sills longer than absolutely necessary. This could result
in electrical malfunctions.
If the engine has been stopped while the vehicle is in water, do not attempt to restart it. Have the vehicle towed
out of the water.
Engine and cooling system
Under special conditions, for example when driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or with heavy loads, there is a risk
that the engine and cooling system will overheat. Proceed as follows to avoid overheating the engine.
Maintain a low speed when driving with a trailer up long, steep hills.
Do not turn the engine off immediately when stopping after a hard drive.
WARNING
The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off.
Remove any auxiliary lights from in front of the grille when driving in hot weather conditions.
Do not exceed engine speeds of 4500 rpm if driving with a trailer in hilly terrain. The oil temperature could become
too high.
Conserving electrical current
Keep the following in mind to help minimize battery drain:
When the engine is not running, avoid using ignition mode II . Many electrical systems (the audio system, the
optional navigation system, power windows, etc) will function in ignition modes 0 and I . These modes reduce drain on
the battery.
Please keep in mind that using systems, accessories, etc., that consume a great deal of current when the engine is not
running could result in the battery being completely drained.
The optional 12 volt socket in the cargo area provides electrical current even with the ignition switched off, which
drains the battery.
194 05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
Before a long distance trip
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician before
driving long distances. Your retailer will also be able to supply you with bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be checked before any long trip:
Check that engine runs smoothly and that fuel consumption is normal.
Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage
Have the transmission oil level checked.
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282 Index
12-volt sockets 188, 189
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Accessory installation warning7
Active Bi -Xenon® headlights90
Active chassis system155
Active yaw control153
Adaptive cruise control158-161
Air conditioning132
Air distribution130
Air distribution table135
Air vents130
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger's side 22-24
front19- 21
inflatable curtain27
side impact25
Alarm system 66-68
All Wheel Drive114
Anti-freeze194, 226
Anti-lock brake system115
warning light75
Approach lighting 54, 95
Audio system
audio functions 139
CD player/changer140, 141
menu control137
overview136
radio functions143
Sirius satellite radio145- 148
sound settings139
steering wheel keypad136
Auto brake (collision warning) 168
Auto-dim rearview mirror102
Automatic locking64
Automatic locking retractor33
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Automatic locking retractor/Emergency locking retractor33
buckling16
maintenance16
pretensioners16
reminder16
reminder warning light77
securing child restraint systems36, 38, 41
unbuckling16
use during pregnancy17
using16
Seats, front 82-83
Setting the clock79
Shiftlock override113
Side door mirrors101
Side impact airbags25
Side marker lights, changing bulbs231
Sirius satellite radio145-148
Snow chains259
Snow tires259
Sound settings, audio system139
Spare tire260
Speed -dependent steering155
Spin control153
SRS18
Stability system
indicator light 76
introduction153
operation153
symbols in the instrument panel154
Start inhibitor (immobilizer) 53
Starting the engine109
with keyless drive110
Starting the vehicle
after a crash (crash mode) 30
Steel grid in cargo area 208
Steering wheel
adjusting 87
horn88
keypad87, 124, 136
lock110
Storage spaces 186
Studded tires259
Sunroof (moonroof)103-104
Supplemental restraint system18
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