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Low beams
When the engine is started, the low beams are activated automatically (daytime running lights) if the headlight control
is in position
or .
Daytime running lights can be deactivated by an authorized Volvo workshop.
NOTE
The use of daytime running lights is mandatory in Canada.
Continuous high beams cannot be activated when the headlight switch is in position or . High beam
flash will function in these positions.
High beam flash
Move the lever toward the steering wheel to position
. The high beams come on until the lever is released.
High/low beam headlights
Continuous high beams
Set the ignition to mode II.
With the light switch in position
, pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel to position to toggle
between high and low beams (this also applies on models equipped with the optional Active Bi -Xenon® headlights).
The
symbol illuminates in the instrument panel to indicate that the high beams are on.
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Active Bi -Xenon® Lights (ABL)-option
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When the ABL function is activated, the headlight beams adjust laterally to help light up a curve according to
movements of the steering wheel (see the right-pointing beam in the illustration).
This function is activated automatically when the engine is started and can be deactivated/reactivated by pressing the
ABL button
in the center console. This button lights up when the ABL function is activated, and will flash if
there is a fault in the system.
NOTE
This function is only active in twilight or dark conditions, and only when the vehicle is in motion.
Parking lights
The front and rear parking lights can be turned on even when the ignition is switched off.
Turn the headlight control to the center position (the license plate lighting comes on at the same time).
The lighting also comes on when the trunk lid is opened in order to alert anyone traveling behind your vehicle.
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Brake lights
The brake lights come on automatically when the brakes are applied.
Emergency brake lights (EBL)
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Emergency Brake Lights, EBL, activate in the event of sudden braking or if the ABS system is activated. This function
causes an additional taillight on each side of the vehicle to illuminate to help alert vehicles traveling behind.
The EBL function activates if:
The ABS system activates for more than approximately a half second
In the event of sudden braking while the vehicle is moving at speeds above approximately 6 mph (10 km/h)
When the vehicle has come to a stop, the brake lights and additional taillights remain on for as long as the brake pedal
is depressed or until braking force on the vehicle is reduced.
Front fog lights
The front fog lights can be switched on together with high/low beams or the parking lights.
Press the button to switch the fog lights on/off. The light in the button comes on when the fog lights are on.
NOTE
Regulations regarding the use of the front fog lights may vary, depending on where you drive.
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Rear fog light
The single rear fog light is located in the driver's side taillight cluster.
The rear fog light will only function in combination with the high/low beam headlights or the optional front fog lights.
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Press the button to switch the rear fog light on/off. The rear fog light indicator symbol on the instrument panel
and the light in the button come on when the rear fog light is switched on.
NOTE
The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only when conditions such
as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150 meters).
Hazard warning flashers
The hazard warning flasher should be used to indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic hazard. To activate the
flashers, press the button in the center dash. Press the button again to turn off the flashers.
NOTE
Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary, depending on where you live.
The hazard warning flashers will be activated automatically if an airbag deploys.
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Turn signals
When changing lanes
The driver can automatically flash the turn signals 3 times by moving the turn signal lever up or down to the first
position and releasing it.
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When turning
Move the lever as far up or down as possible 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.
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.
Interior lighting, front
Drivers side front reading light, on/off
Passenger's side front reading light, on/off
Overhead courtesy lighting.
The lighting in the front part of the passenger compartment is controlled with the buttons
and in the roof console.
Switch
has three positions for all passenger compartment lighting:
Off - right side depressed, automatic lighting off.
Neutral position.
On - left side depressed, passenger compartment lighting on.
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Interior lighting, rear
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The lights are switched on or off by pressing each respective button.
Courtesy lights/door step lighting (option)
The courtesy lights/door step lighting switch on/off automatically when one of the front doors is opened/closed.
Glove compartment lighting
The glove compartment lighting switches on/off automatically when the lid is opened/closed.
Overhead courtesy lighting
The passenger compartment lighting is switched on and off automatically when button
is in the neutral position.
The lighting comes on and remains on for 30 seconds if:
the vehicle is unlocked from the outside with the key or remote control
the engine is switched off and the ignition is in mode 0.
The lighting switches off when:
the engine is started
the vehicle is locked from the outside.
The lighting comes on and remains on for two minutes if one of the doors is open.
The passenger compartment lighting can be switched on and off manually within 30 minutes after the vehicle has been
unlocked.
If the lighting is switched on manually and the vehicle is locked, the courtesy lighting will switch off automatically
after one minute.
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.
1. Remove the key from the ignition slot.
2. Pull the direction indicator lever as far as possible towards the steering wheel and release it.
3. Exit the vehicle and lock the doors.
The headlights, parking lights, turn signals, lights in the door mirrors, license plate lights, and footwell lighting will
illuminate and remain on for 30
1, 60 or 90 seconds. The time interval can be set under Car settingsLight settings
Home safe lighting . For a description of the menu system, see page 125.
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Approach lighting
Approach lighting is activated by pressing the approach light button on the remote key (see the illustration on page 54
).
When the function has been activated, the parking lights, indicator lights, door mirror lights, license plate lighting,
dome lighting and door step lighting come on.
The time interval for this lighting can be set under Car settings
Light settings Approach lighting . For a description
of the menu system, see page 125
.

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Move the lever toward the steering wheel to start the windshield and headlight washers. After the lever is released the
wipers make several extra sweeps.
Heated washer nozzles (option)
The washer nozzles are heated automatically in cold weather to help prevent the washer fluid from freezing.
High-pressure headlight washing (option)
High-pressure headlight washing consumes a large quantity of washer fluid. To save fluid, the headlights are washed
using two alternatives:
Low/high beam headlights on
The headlights will be washed the first time the windshield is washed. Thereafter, the headlights will only be washed
once for every five times the windshield is washed within a 10-minute period.
Parking lights on
Optional Active Bi -Xenon® headlights will be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed.
Normal halogen headlights will not be washed.
CAUTION
Use ample washer fluid when washing the windshield. The windshield should be thoroughly wet when the wipers
are in operation.
NOTE
One headlight is washed at a time.
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Wipers and washers
Tailgate wiper/washer
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