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Socket for external audio source (AUX)
Steering wheel keypad
Center console control panel
Control panel with headphones socket (option)
Steering wheel keypad
Confirm selection in menu system.
Go higher in the menu system. Interrupt current function.
Volume
A short press scrolls between CD tracks or preset radio stations. A long press searches within CD tracks or searches
for radio stations automatically.
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Audio system
Rear control panel with headphones socket (option)
Headphones with an impedance of 16-32 ohm and sensitivity of 102 dB or higher are recommended for best sound
reproduction.
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NOTE
The Eject all function can only be used while the vehicle is at a standstill and will be cancelled if the vehicle begins
to move.
Pause
When the audio system volume is turned off completely, the CD player will pause and will resume playing when the
volume is turned up again.
Sound files
In addition to playing normal music CDs, the CD player/changer can also play discs containing files in mp3 or wma
format.
NOTE
Some copy protected sound files may not be read by the player.
When a CD containing sound files is inserted into the player the disc's directory structure is scanned before the CD
begins playing. The length of time that this takes depends on the quality of the disc.
Navigating the disc and playing tracks
If a disc containing sound files is inside the CD player, press ENTER to display the disc's directory structure. The
directory structure is navigated in the same way as the audio system's menu structure. Sound files have the
symbol
and directories have the
symbol. Press ENTER to play a selected folder or a file.
When the music file has been played, the player will continue to play the rest of the files in the current folder. When
all of the files in the folder have been played, the player will automatically go to the next folder and play the files in it.
Fast-forward/change CD tracks and sound files
Short presses
/ on the navigation button are used to scroll between CD tracks/sound files. Long presses are used
to search within CD tracks/sound files. TUNING (or the steering wheel keypad) can also be used for this purpose.
Scan CD
This function plays the first ten seconds of each CD track/sound file. Press SCAN to activate. Interrupt with EXIT or
SCAN to
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continue playing the current CD track/sound file.
Random
This function plays the tracks in random order (shuffle). The random CD tracks/sound files can be scrolled through in
the normal way.
NOTE
It is only possible to scroll between random CD tracks on the current disc.
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READ - confirms/erases messages
Thumb wheel - browse among menus and options in the trip computer list
RESET - resets certain functions
To scroll through trip computer information, move the thumb wheel up or down. Continue turning to return to the
starting point.
Functions
NOTE
If a warning message appears while you are using the trip computer, this message must be acknowledged in order to
return to the trip computer function. Acknowledge a message by pressing READ .
To change the unit of measure specified for distance and speed, contact an authorized Volvo workshop.
Average speed
The system calculates the average speed from the last resetting. Reset using RESET .
Current speed in mph (Canadian models only)
This function provides the driver with an instantaneous conversion of the car's current speed from km/h to mph.
Current speed in km/h (U.S. models only)
This function provides the driver with an instantaneous conversion of the car's current speed from mph to km/h.
Current fuel consumption (Instantaneous)
Current fuel consumption is calculated every second. The information on the display is updated every few seconds.
When the vehicle is stationary, "----" appears on the display.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the last reset. Reset using RESET .
Driving distance on current fuel reserve
The calculation is based on the average fuel consumption over the last 20 miles ( 30 km) and the remaining usable fuel
in the tank. This shows the approximate distance that can be driven with the fuel quantity remaining in the tank. When
the driving distance on the current fuel reserve is less than 12 miles ( 20 km), " ---- miles to empty tank" is shown on
the display.
NOTE
The actual distance that can be driven on the usable fuel remaining in the tank may be influenced by a change in
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CAL are shown in the mirror's display if calibration is necessary.
1. Stop the vehicle in a large open area, away from traffic.
2. Start the vehicle.
3. Using a pen or similar object, press and hold the button on the rear side of mirror until CAL is shown again (after
approx. 6 seconds).
4. Drive as usual. CAL disappears from the display when calibration is complete. Alternative calibration method:
Drive slowly in a circle at a speed of no more than 5 mph (8 km/h) until CAL disappears from the display when
calibration is complete.
Selecting a magnetic zone
The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. The correct zone must be selected for the compass to work correctly.
1. Put the ignition in mode II .
2. Using a pen or similar object, press and hold the button on the rear side of mirror for at least 3 seconds. The number
for the current area will be shown.
3. Press the button repeatedly until the number for the required geographic area (1-15) is shown.
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Compass
4. The display will revert to showing the compass direction after several seconds.
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Stability system
Introduction
The Dynamic Stability and Traction Control system (DSTC) consists of a number of functions designed help reduce
wheel spin, counteract skidding, and to generally help improve directional stability.
CAUTION
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A pulsating sound will be audible when the system is actively operating and is normal.
Traction control (TC)
This function is designed to help reduce wheel spin by transferring power from a drive wheel that begins to lose
traction to the wheel on the opposite side of the vehicle (on the same axle).
TC is most active at low speeds.
This is one of DSTC's permanent functions and cannot be switched off.
Active Yaw Control (AYC)
This function helps maintain directional stability, for example when cornering, by braking one or more of the wheels if
the vehicle shows a tendency to skid or slide laterally.
This is one of DSTC's permanent functions and cannot be switched off.
Spin control (SC)
The spin control function is designed to help prevent the drive wheels from spinning while the vehicle is accelerating.
Under certain circumstances, such as when driving with snow chains, or driving in deep snow or loose sand, it may be
advisable to temporarily switch off this function for maximum tractive force.
WARNING
The car's handling and stability characteristics will be altered if the spin control function has been disabled.
Operation
Temporarily switching off Spin control
1. Turn the thumbwheel
until the DSTC menu is shown.
2. Hold down the RESET button
to toggle between DSTC SPIN CONTROL ON or OFF .
Messages in the information display
DSTC Temporarily OFF - system function has been temporarily reduced due to high brake disc temperature. The
function is activated automatically when the brakes have cooled.
DSTC Service required - the system has been disabled due to a fault. If this occurs:
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1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
If the message remains when the engine is restarted, drive to an authorized Volvo workshop to have the system
inspected.
Symbols in the instrument panel
If the symbols
and are displayed at the same time, read the message in the information display.
If the symbol
appears alone, it may appear as follows:
If the symbol flashes, this indicates that the stability system is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin
and/or a skid.
If the symbol remains on for approximately 2 seconds after the engine has been started, this indicates that the system
is performing a self -diagnostic test.
WARNING
The stability system is intended to help improve driving safety. It supplements, but can never replace, the driver's
judgment and responsibility when operating the vehicle. Speed and driving style should always be adapted to traffic
and road conditions.
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Active chassis system-Four C
Active chassis (Four C)-option
Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept), regulates the characteristics of the shock absorbers
so that the car's driving characteristics can be adjusted. There are three settings: Comfort, Sport and Advanced.
Comfort
Comfort mode offers a somewhat softer ride and the transmission shifts gears at lower rpm. This mode is particularly
suitable for long-distance highway driving. The indicator light in the button will be on when this mode is selected.
Sport
In this mode, the vehicle's body sway is reduced during cornering and steering response is more immediate. The
transmission shifts up at higher rpm for sportier driving. The indicator light in the button will be on to indicate that
Sport mode has been selected.
Advanced
In this mode, body sway in curves is minimal and steering response is very direct. Gear shifting is done at high rpm in
each gear for dynamic and active driving.
Operation
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Adjusting the set speed
After a speed has been set, it can be increased or decreased by using the
or buttons.
Press and hold down or until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. This will become the set speed when the
button is released.
Press or for approximately a half second and release the button to increase or decrease vehicle speed by
approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
NOTE
A temporary increase in speed by pressing the accelerator pedal, for less than 1 minute (e.g. when passing another
car), does not affect the current cruise control setting. The vehicle will automatically return to the previously set
speed when the accelerator pedal is released.
If one of the cruise control buttons is kept depressed for more than approx. 1 minute cruise control is disengaged.
The engine must then be switched off in order to reset cruise control.
Automatic deactivation
Cruise control is automatically deactivated temporarily if one of the following occurs:
If the speed drops below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
When the brake pedal is depressed.
If the gear selector is moved to position N.
During wheel spin or wheel lock-up.
If the vehicle's speed is increased by using the accelerator pedal for more than 1 minute.
The currently set speed will be saved in the system's memory.
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Cruise control
Temporary deactivation
The driver can temporarily deactivate cruise control by pressing 0. The saved speed is shown in brackets in the
information display.
Resume set speed
If cruise control has been deactivated temporarily, it can be reactivated by pressing
. The vehicle's speed returns to
the most recently set speed.
WARNING
There may be a significant increase in speed after the
button has been pressed.
Deactivation
Cruise control is disengaged with CRUISE , by putting the gear selector in Neutral, or by switching off the engine. The
set speed is cleared.
WARNING
Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Cruise control may not
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Cruise control is deactivated, either with a short press on , or by action taken by the driver, such as braking,
etc. The set speed, for example 55 mph, is then shown in parentheses. Speed and time interval are resumed by pressing
.
WARNING
There may be a significant increase in speed after the
button has been pressed.
A short press on
in standby mode or a long press in active mode deactivates ACC. The set speed is then cleared
and cannot be resumed. When ACC is activated, the vehicle's speed increases by approximately 1 mph (1 km/h) each
additional time
is pressed.
Deactivation due to action by the driver
ACC is deactivated:
when the brakes are applied
if the gear selector is moved to N
if the accelerator pedal is depressed for an extended period.
NOTE
If the accelerator pedal is only depressed for a short time, such as when passing another vehicle, ACC is deactivated
temporarily and is reactivated when the pedal is released.
Automatic deactivation
Adaptive cruise control is linked to other systems such as ABS, the stability and traction control system (DSTC) and
the Distance Alert system. If any of these systems are not functioning properly, adaptive cruise control is automatically
deactivated.
In the event of automatic deactivation a signal will sound and the message Cruise Control Canceled is shown in the
display. The driver must then intervene and adapt the vehicle's speed to the surrounding traffic.
Automatic deactivation may be caused if:
the vehicle's speed falls below 20 mph (30 km/h)
the wheels lose traction or if the anti-lock brake system (ABS) is activated
brake temperature is high
engine speed (rpm) is too low
the radar sensor is obstructed by, for example, wet snow or rain.
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The radar sensor and its limitations
The radar sensor is used by both Adaptive Cruise Control and the Collision Warning System with Auto-brake (see
page 168
). It is designed to detect cars or larger vehicles driving in the same direction as your vehicle.
WARNING
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