2009 VOLVO S60 washer fluid

02 Instruments and controlsRight-side steering wheel lever
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Windshield wipers
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Thumb wheelRain sensor on/off
Windshield wipers offSingle sweep function
If the lever is in the 0 position and
you move it upwards, the wipers
will sweep one stroke at a time for
as long as you hold the lever up.
Intermittent wiper function
With the lever in this position, you
can set the wiper interval by twist-
ing the control ring (1) upward to
increase wiper speed or down-
ward to decrease the speed.
Headlight washer (certain models)When the lever is pulled to wash the wind-
shield, high pressure jets mounted in the
bumper will spray the headlights.•
To conserve washer fluid in driving condi-
tions where the windshield washers are
used frequently, the headlights will only be
washed once for every five times the wind-
shield is washed within a 10 minute period.
•
A short pull on the lever will wash the wind-
shield only.
•
When approximately 1"US quart (1 liter)
remains in the washer fluid reservoir, the
headlights will not be washed when the
lever is pulled to conserve washer fluid for
the windshield.
CAUTION
•
Use ample washer fluid when washing
the windshield. The windshield should
be thoroughly wet when the wipers are
in operation.
•
Before using the wipers, ice and snow
should be removed from the windshield.
Be sure the wiper blades are not frozen
in place.
Rain sensor (option)The rain sensor automatically regulates wiper
speed according to the amount of water on the
windshield.
Thesensitivity of the sensor can be adjusted
by twisting ring 1 up (the wipers will sweep the
windshield more frequently) or down (the wip-
ers will sweep the windshield less frequently).Activating the rain sensor1.
Turn the ignition key to at least position I
and put the windshield wiper lever in posi-
tion0.
2. Press button (2).
> An LED in the button will light up to indi-
cate that the rain sensor is active.Deactivating the rain sensor±
Press button (2)

06 Starting and drivingCold weather precautions
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If you wish to check your vehicle before the
approach of cold weather, the following advice
is worth noting:•
Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture
will reduce freeze protection. This gives
protection against freezing down to -31 °F
(-35 °C). See section "Coolant". The use of
"recycled" antifreeze is not approved by
Volvo. Different types of antifreeze must
not be mixed.
•
Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
•
Try to keep the fuel tank well filled - this
prevents the formation of condensation in
the tank. In addition, in extremely cold
weather conditions it is worthwhile to add
fuel line de-icer before refueling.
•
The viscosity of the engine oil is important.
Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves
cold-weather starting as well as decreas-
ing fuel consumption while the engine is
warming up. For winter use, 5W-30 oil, par-
ticularly the synthetic type
1, is recom-
mended. Be sure to use good quality oil but
do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving
or in warm weather. See section "Engine
oil" for more information.
•
The load placed on the battery is greater
during the winter since the windshield wip-ers, lighting, etc. are used more often.
Moreover, the capacity of the battery
decreases as the temperature drops. In
very cold weather, a poorly charged bat-
tery can freeze and be damaged. It is there-
fore advisable to check the state of charge
more frequently and spray an antirust oil on
the battery posts.
•
Volvo recommends the use of snow tires
on all four wheels for winter driving - see
section "Wheels and tires."
•
To prevent the washer fluid reservoir
from freezing, add washer solvents con-
taining antifreeze (see page 192 for the
location of the washer fluid reservoir). This
is important since dirt is often splashed on
the windshield during winter driving,
requiring the frequent use of the washers
and wipers. Volvo Washer Solvent should
be diluted as follows:
•
Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.NOTE
Avoid the use of de-icing sprays as they can
cause damage to the locks.
1Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance service intervals.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Hood and engine compartment
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Opening the hood1. Pull the lever located under the left side of
the dash to release the hood lock.
2. Lift the hood slightly.
3. Press up the release control located under
the front edge of the hood (at the center)
and lift.
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WARNING
Check that the hood locks properly when
closed!Engine compartment
Expansion tank - coolantPower steering fluid reservoirWasher fluid reservoirDipstick - engine oilRadiatorCooling fan
Oil filler cap - engineClutch/brake fluid reservoirRelay/fuse boxAir cleanerBattery (in trunk)Data plateWARNING
The cooling fan (6) may start or continue to
operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine
has been switched off.

09 Maintenance and servicingFluids
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Washer fluid reservoir
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Washer fluid reservoirThe washer fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment and holds approx.
6.8 US qts (6.4 liters).
During cold weather, the reservoir should be
filled with windshield washer solvent contain-
ing antifreeze.
Changing coolant
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Coolant reservoirNormally, the coolant does not need to be
changed. If the system must be drained, con-
sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
CAUTION
•
High levels of chlorine, chlorides and
other salts can cause corrosion in the
cooling system.
•
Do not top off with water only. This
reduces the rust-protective and anti-
freeze qualities of the coolant and has a
lower boiling point. It can also cause
damage to the cooling system if it
should freeze. Top off with Volvo Gen-
uine Coolant/Antifreeze only (a
50/50 mix of water and antifreeze).
•
Different types of antifreeze/coolant
may not be mixed.
•
If the cooling system is drained, it
should be flushed with clean water or
premixed anti-freeze before it is refilled
with the correct mixture of water/anti-
freeze.
•
The cooling system must always be
kept filled to the correct level, and the
level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there
can be high local temperatures in the
engine which could result in damage.
Check coolant regularly!

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs
09``201 Turn signal, driver's side
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Removing the defective bulb:1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Pull out the bulb holder by twisting it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Remove the bulb from the holder by press-
ing it in and turning it counterclockwise.Installing the new bulb:1. Insert the new bulb into the holder by
pressing it in and turning it clockwise.
2. Reinsert the bulb holder in the headlight
housing and twist it clockwise until it seats
properly.
Turn signal, passenger's side
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1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Remove radiator pipe (1) from the box.
3. Remove filler pipe screw (2).
4. Pull the filler pipe (3) straight up.
5. Remove vent hose (4) from filler pipe.Installing the new bulb:1. Replace the bulb (same procedure as the
driver's side bulb).
2. Ensure that the seal between the washer
fluid reservoir and the filler pipe is correctly
positioned.3. Press the filler pipe (3) back into position.
4. Press the vent hose (4) into place on the
filler pipe.
5. Reinstall and tighten the filler pipe screw
(2).
6. Reinstall the radiator pipe to the box (1).
Side marker light
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Side marker light1. Turn the lamp holder counterclockwise
and pull it out.
2. Pull out the defective bulb and insert a new
one.

11 Specifications
Capacities
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Category
Specification
Capacity
Power steering fluid
Volvo synthetic power steering fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) P/
N 1161529 or equivalent
0.9 US qts. (0.9 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir
Use washer fluid solvent in cold weather conditions.
6.8 US qts (6.4 liters)
NOTE
The transmission oil does not normally need
to be changed during the service life of the
vehicle. However, it may be necessary to
replace the oil if the vehicle is often driven
in areas of sustained temperature extremes
(hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long
distances, for prolonged driving in moun-
tainous areas, or if the vehicle is often driven
short distances in temperatures under 40°F
(5°C).

12 Index
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251
Roof racks (load carriers)......................... 146
Rotating tires........................................... 168SSafety defects, reporting
Canada................................................. 17
USA....................................................... 16
Seat belt..................................................... 18
Service.....................................................184
Service key.............................................. 108
Shiftlock...................................................124
Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags....... 28
Ski hatch.................................................. 103
Snow chains............................................ 166
Snow tires................................................ 166
Spare wheel............................................. 105
Stability systems...................................... 138
Starting the car........................................ 124
Steering wheel lock.................................125
Stone chips, touching up......................... 180
Storage compartments..............99, 100, 101
Studded tires........................................... 166Suspension.............................................. 246
TTemperature control.................................. 89
Three-way catalytic converter................. 245
Tire designations.....................................160
Tire economy, improving......................... 155
Tire inflation............................................. 156
Tire inflation pressure, checking.............. 157
Tire inflation pressure table
Canadian models................................ 159
US models.......................................... 158
Tire Pressure Monitoring System............ 172
Tires
rotation............................................... 168
Towing - cars with All Wheel Drive.......... 141
Towing the car......................................... 140
Trailer hitch - detachable......................... 145
Transmission - automatic........................130
Tread wear indicator................................ 155
Trunk
opening from the inside...................... 113
unlocking/locking................................ 112
UUniform Tire Quality Grading................... 165
Unlocking the car..................................... 112
Unlocking the trunk.................................. 112
Upholstery, cleaning................................ 177VValet key.................................................. 108
Vanity mirror............................................... 98
Vehicle dimensions.................................. 236
Vehicle Event Data................................... 184
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)......... 235
Vehicle loading......................................... 163
Volvo Inflatable Curtain.............................. 29
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 247WWarranties................................................ 184
Washer fluid reservoir......................189, 192
Washing the car....................................... 176

12 Index
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Water, driving through............................. 128
Waxing..................................................... 177
Weight distribution................................... 128
Weights.................................................... 238
Wheels
changing............................................. 169
storing................................................. 155
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)....... 30
Windshield washer fluid reservoir............192
Winter/Wet driving mode......................... 131