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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.
94 03 Your driving environment
Lighting
Interior lighting, rear
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marks. For capacities and recommended fluid grade, see page 279.
WARNING
If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the vehicle has no electrical current and must be towed,
it is still possible to steer the vehicle. However, keep in mind that greater effort will be required to turn the steering
wheel.
CAUTION
Keep the area around the power steering fluid reservoir clean when checking.
228 06 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
Introduction
All bulb specifications are listed on page 234
. The following bulbs should only be replaced by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician:
Dome lighting
Reading lights
Glove compartment lighting
Turn signals in the door mirror
Approach lighting in the door mirror
Brake/fog/taillights
Rear side parking lights
Active Bi -Xenon® and LED bulbs
WARNING
Active Bi -Xenon® headlights (option) - due to the high voltage used by these headlights, these bulbs should only
be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
Turn off the lights and remove the remote key from the ignition before changing any bulbs.
Headlight housing
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3. Remove the bulb by pressing the holder downward.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb in the connector until it snaps in place. It can only be inserted in one way.
6. Return the bulb holder into position in the headlight housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and reinstall the headlight housing.
1Models with optional Active Bi - Xenon® headlights only.
Parking lights
1. Remove the headlight housing from the vehicle (see the instructions on page 228.
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see page 229
.
3. To access the bulb, first remove the high beam bulb
4. Pull the wire to withdraw the bulb holder.
5. Remove the burned out bulb and install a new one. It can only be secured in one position.
6. Press the bulb holder into the socket and press until it clicks into place.
7. Put the cover back into position and reinstall the headlight housing.
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Replacing bulbs
Turn signals
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232 06 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
Fog lights
1. Remove the cover by pressing in the clips and pulling straight out.
2. Unscrew the fog light housing screw and pull it out.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Install a new bulb by turning clockwise.
5. Press the bulb into the holder. (The profile of the bulb holder corresponds to the profile of the foot of the bulb.)
6. Reinstall the bulb holder. The TOP mark on the bulb holder must always be upward.
7. Put the cover back into place.
Taillight housing, turn signal
The bulbs in the taillight cluster are replaced from inside the cargo area (not the LED functions).
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see page 228
.
1. Open the panel.
2. Remove the insulation by pulling straight out.
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3. Remove the entire bulb unit by turning its handle counterclockwise.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
Replace the bulb in the reverse order.
Location of taillight bulbs
Parking/brake lights (LED)
Side maker lights (LED)
Turn signal
Reflector
Rear fog light (driver's side only)
Backup light
Brake lights (LED)
High-mounted brake lights (LED)
NOTE
If an error message remains in the display after a faulty bulb has been replaced, contact an authorized Volvo
workshop.
233 06 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
License plate lighting
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Automatic transmission
Geartronic113
general description112- 113
oil279
shiftlock override113
Axle weight 256
B
Battery
changing 238-239
maintenance238
remote control, replacing60
specifications280
warning symbols237
Black box 6, 220
Blind Spot Information System(BLIS)182-184
Blinkers (turn signals)93
Booster cushion, integrated45-47
Booster cushions41
Brake lights91
emergency brake lights91
Brake system
checking fluid level 227
emergency brake assistance116
fluid279
general information115
Hill Descent Control117, 118
warning light77
Bulbs
cargo area lighting 233
fog lights232
footwell lighting233
headlights228- 230
introduction228
license plate lights233
side marker lights231
specifications234
taillight232
vanity mirror234
C
Capacity weight 256
Cargo area
changing bulbs 23
cover209
floor rails205
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Trip computer149
Trip odometers78
Trips, long distance193
Turn signals93
changing bulbs231
indicator lights76
Two-stage booster cushion 45
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading258
Unlocking the tailgate55
Unlocking the vehicle54
Upholstery care267
V
Vanity mirror188
changing bulbs234
Vehicle dimensions
V70 272
XC70273
Vehicle event data 6, 220
Vehicle loading202, 256
roof loads211
Vehicle maintenance 220
performed by the owner221
Vehicle weights 274
Ventilated seats131
Volvo and the environment9
Volvo Inflatable Curtain27
Volvo maintenance220
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance281
Volvo programs281
W
Warning flashers, hazard92
Warning lights74-77
Warning symbol78
Warning system, collision168-170
Warnings, general7
Warranties220
Washer fluid236, 279
Washers
headlight 97
windshield96
Water, driving through 193
Waxing the vehicle267
Weights274
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