2009 VOLVO V50 ignition

Contents
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06 Starting and drivingGeneral information................................136
Fuel requirements................................... 140
Ignition switch......................................... 143
Starting the vehicle................................. 144
Starting the vehicle with keyless drive
(option as available)................................ 146
Manual transmission, 5-speed (certain
markets only)........................................... 147
Manual transmission, 6-speed (certain
markets only)........................................... 148
Automatic transmission (option)............. 149
Shiftlock override.................................... 151
All Wheel Drive (option)........................... 152
Brake system.......................................... 153
Stability system....................................... 155
Towing.................................................... 157
Jump starting.......................................... 159
Towing a trailer....................................... 160
Detachable trailer hitch........................... 162
Transporting loads.................................. 163
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)–
option...................................................... 164
Park assist (Option/accessory)............... 168
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07 Wheels and tiresGeneral information................................174
Tire inflation............................................. 176
Inflation pressure—U.S. models ............ 178
Inflation pressure—Canadian models .... 179
Tire designations..................................... 180
Glossary of tire terminology.................... 182
Vehicle loading........................................ 183
Uniform tire quality gradings................... 185
Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires. . 186
Temporary spare..................................... 187
Wheel nuts.............................................. 188
Tire rotation............................................. 189
Changing a wheel................................... 190
Tire Sealing System ............................... 192
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 197
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08 Car careWashing and cleaning the car................. 202
Paint touch up......................................... 206

IntroductionGeneral information
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Shiftlock (automatic transmission)When your car is parked, the gear selector is
locked in the Park (P) position. To release the
selector from this position, turn the ignition key
to position II (or start the engine), depress the
brake pedal, press the button on the front side
of the gear selector and move the selector from
Park (P).Keylock (automatic transmission)When the ignition is switched off, the gear
selector must be in the Park (P) position before
the key can be removed from the ignition
switch.Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)The ABS system in your car performs a self-
diagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches
the speed of approximately 12 mph
(20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several
times and a sound may be audible from the
ABS control module. This is normal.Fuel filler doorPress the button on the light switch panel when
the car is at a standstill to open the fuel filler
door.Fuel filler capAfter refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turn-
ing it clockwise until it clicks into place. If this
cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is run-
ning when the car is refueled, the MalfunctionIndicator Lamp ("Check Engine" light) may
indicate a fault.
About this manual•
Before you operate your vehicle for the first
time, please familiarize yourself with the
new-engine oil consumption information,
see page 216. You should also be familiar
with the information found in the chapters
"Instruments and controls", and "Starting
and driving".
•
Information contained in the balance of the
manual is extremely useful and should be
read after operating the vehicle for the first
time.
•
The manual is structured so that it can be
used for reference. For this reason, it
should be kept in the vehicle for ready
access.
NOTE
•
Optional or accessory equipment
described in this manual may not be
available in all countries or markets.
Please note that some vehicles may be
equipped differently, depending on
special legal requirements.
•
All information, illustrations and specifi-
cations contained in this manual are
based on the latest product information
available at the time of publication.
•
Volvo reserves the right to make model
changes at any time, or to change spec-
ifications or design without notice and
without incurring obligation.
•
Do not export your Volvo to another
country before investigating that coun-
try's applicable safety and emission
control requirements. In some cases it
may be difficult or impossible to comply
with these requirements. Modifications
to the emission control system(s) may
render your Volvo not certifiable for
legal operation in the U.S., Canada and
other countries.

01 Safety
Supplemental Restraint System
01``21 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
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SRS warning lightAs an enhancement to the three-point seat
belts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supple-
mental Restraint System (SRS). Volvo's SRS
consists of seat belt pretensioners, front air-
bags, side impact airbags, the occupant
weight sensor, and inflatable curtains. All of
these systems are monitored by the SRS con-
trol module. An SRS warning light in the instru-
ment panel (see the illustration) illuminates
when the ignition key is turned to position I,II,
orIII, and will normally go out after approxi-
mately 7 seconds if no faults are detected in
the system.Where applicable, a text message will also be
displayed when the SRS warning light illumi-
nates. If this warning symbol is not functioning
properly, the general warning symbol
illuminates and either
SRS AIRBAG
SERVICE URGENT
or
SRS AIRBAG
SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed.
WARNING
•
If the SRS warning light stays on after
the engine has started or if it illuminates
while you are driving, have the vehicle
inspected by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician as soon as
possible.
•
Never try to repair any component or
part of the SRS yourself. Any interfer-
ence in the system could cause mal-
function and serious injury. All work on
these systems should be performed by
a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician.
WARNING
If your vehicle has been subjected to flood
conditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/standing
water on the floor of the vehicle) or if your
vehicle has become flood-damaged in any
way, do not attempt to start the vehicle or
put the key in the ignition before discon-
necting the battery (see below). This may
cause airbag deployment which could result
in personal injury. Have the vehicle towed to
a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician for repairs.
Automatic transmission
Before attempting to tow the vehicle, use
the following procedure to override the
shiftlock system to move the gear selector
to the neutral position:
1. Switch off the ignition for at least
10 minutes and disconnect the battery.
2. Wait at least one minute.
3. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it
to position II.
4. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
5.
Move the gear selector from Park (P) to
the Neutral (N) position, see page 151,
for information on manually overriding
the shiftlock system.

01 SafetyOccupant Weight Sensor (OWS)
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Disabling the passenger's side front
airbag
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Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) indicator lightVolvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults
and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches
(140 cm) be seated in the rear seat of any vehi-
cle with a passenger's side front airbag, and be
properly restrained. Children should always be
seated in child restraints appropriate for their
size and weight. See also the child safety rec-
ommendations on page 34.
The Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) is
designed to meet the regulatory requirements
of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
(FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (willnot inflate) the passenger's side front airbag
under certain conditions.
The OWS works with sensors that are part of
the front passenger's seat and seat belt. The
sensors are designed to detect the presence of
a properly seated occupant and determine if
the passenger's side front airbag should be
enabled (may inflate) or disabled (will not
inflate).
The OWS will disable (will not inflate) the pas-
senger's side front airbag when:
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the front passenger's seat is unoccupied,
or has small/medium objects in the front
seat,
•
the system determines that an infant is
present in a rear-facing infant seat that is
installed according to the manufacturer's
instructions,
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the system determines that a small child is
present in a forward-facing child restraint
that is installed according to the manufac-
turer's instructions,
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the system determines that a small child is
present in a booster seat,
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a front passenger takes his/her weight off
of the seat for a period of time,
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a child or a small person occupies the front
passenger's seat.The OWS uses a PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp which will illuminate and stay on
to remind you that the passenger's side front
airbag is disabled. The PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF indicator lamp is located in the overhead
console, near the base of the rearview mirror.
NOTE
When the ignition is switched on, the OWS
indicator light will go on for up to 10 seconds
while the system performs a self-diagnostic
test.However, if a fault is detected in the system:•
The OWS indicator light will stay on
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The SRS warning light (see page 21) will
come on and stay on
The message
PASS. AIRBAG OFF SERVICE
URGENT
will be displayed in the information
display.

01 SafetyCrash mode
0133 Driving after a collision
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If the vehicle has been involved in a collision,
the text
CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL
may
appear in the information display. This indi-
cates that the vehicle's functionality has been
reduced.
This text can only be shown if the display is
undamaged and the vehicle's electrical system
is intact.
CRASH MODE is a feature that is triggered if
one or more of the safety systems (for example,
front or side airbags, an inflatable curtain, or
one or more of the seat belt pretensioners) has
deployed. The collision may have damaged an
important function in the vehicle, such as thefuel lines, sensors for one of the safety sys-
tems, the brake system, etc.
WARNING
•
Never attempt to repair the vehicle
yourself or to reset the electrical system
after the vehicle has displayed
CRASH
MODE SEE MANUAL
. This could
result in injury or improper system func-
tion.
•
Restoring the vehicle to normal operat-
ing mode should only be done by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
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After
CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL
has been displayed, if you detect the
odor of fuel vapor, or see any signs of
fuel leakage, do not attempt to start the
vehicle. Leave the vehicle immediately.
Attempting to start the vehicleIf damage to the vehicle is minor and there is
no fuel leakage, you may attempt to start the
vehicle. To do so:
1. Remove the ignition key or optional keyless
drive start control, see page 146.
2. Reinsert the key or start control in the igni-
tion switch. The vehicle will then attempt to
reset CRASH MODE to normal mode.3. Try to start the vehicle.
Moving the vehicleIf the electrical system is able to reset system
status to normal (
CRASH MODE SEE
MANUAL
will no longer be displayed), the
vehicle may be moved carefully from its pres-
ent position, if for example, it is blocking traffic.
It should, however, not be moved farther than
is absolutely necessary.
WARNING
Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable
after CRASH MODE has been set, it should
not be driven or towed (pulled by another
vehicle). There may be concealed damage
that could make it difficult or impossible to
control. The vehicle should be transported
on a flatbed tow truck to a trained and quali-
fied Volvo service technician for inspection/
repairs.

02 Instruments and controls
Instrument overview
02``49
Steering wheel adjustmentHood openerControls in front doors (see
page 50)Left steering wheel leverLighting panel, fuel filler door
openerDoor open handle and locking but-
tonClimate system air ventSide window air ventCruise controlHorn, airbagMain instrument panelAudio controls (option)Right steering wheel leverIgnition switchMoonroof control (option)
Not in useNot is useCourtesy lighting switchDriver's side reading lightPassenger's side reading lightSeat belt reminder and Occupant
Weight Sensor indicatorRear-view mirrorDisplay for climate control, personal
settings, and audio systemAudio systemControls for personal settings and
audio systemControls for climate systemGear selectorHazard warning flashersDoor open handle, and locking but-
tonGlove compartment
Parking brake12-volt socketPosition for optional equipmentPosition for optional equipment

02 Instruments and controls
Indicator and warning symbols
02``53 Function check
The indicator and warning symbols
1 light up
when you turn the ignition key or the optional
keyless drive start control to the driving posi-
tion (position II) before starting. This shows that
the symbols are functioning.
When the engine starts, all sym-
bols go out. If the engine is not
started within 5 seconds, all of the
symbols except the malfunction
indicator light (CHECK ENGINE)
and the oil pressure warning light
will go out. Certain symbols may
not have their functions illustrated, depending
on the car's equipment.
CHECK
ENGINEThePARK BRAKE symbol will not go out until
the parking brake has been released.
Symbols in the center of the instrument
panel
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Warning symbol
The red warning symbol lights up
to indicate a fault that could affect
the car's drivability.This symbol
illuminates when the vehicle is
traveling at speeds above 5 mph
(7 km/h). A text explaining the nature of the fault
will also be shown in the information display.
The symbol and accompanying text will remain
on until the fault has been corrected. This sym-
bol may also light up in combination with other
indicator or warning symbols.
If the red warning symbol lights up:
1. Stop the car as soon as possible in a suit-
able location.
2. Read the message in the information dis-
play.
3. Follow the instructions provided, or con-
tact a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician. Erase the message by pressing
READ, see page 58.Information symbol
The yellow information symbol
lights up to alert the driver to a
message in the information dis-
play. This symbol illuminates when
the vehicle is traveling at speeds
below 5 mph (7 km/h).
The message can be erased by pressing the
READ button, see page 58, or will disappear
automatically (the length of time required for
the message to disappear varies, depending
on the function indicated).
When the message "
TIME FOR REGULAR
SERVICE
" is displayed, the text can be erased
and the information symbol light can be turned
off by pressing the READ button. The text will
disappear and the symbol light will go out auto-
matically after two minutes.
1On certain engines, the symbol for low oilpressure is not used. Instead, a text warningis provided in the information display, see page 216.

02 Instruments and controls
Lighting panel
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Pos.
LightingDaytime running lights off. High
beam flash only.Parking lightsDaytime running lights. High
beams and high beam flash can
be used in this position.
Parking lightsThe front and rear parking lights can be turned
on even when the ignition is switched off.
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Turn switch (1) to the parking light position.
The license plate lights also illuminate when the
parking lights are switched on.Headlights1.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. The low beam headlights (daytime running
lights) illuminate automatically, except
when the light switch (1) is in the parking
light position
1.
NOTE
See page 64 for information on switching
between high and low beams.
Active Bi-Xenon Lights (ABL)–option
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Lighting panel, vehicles with Active Bi-Xenon
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headlightsWhen the ABL function is activated, the head-
light beams adjust laterally to help light up a
curve according to movements of the steering
wheel.
This function can be activated by turning the
lighting switch to the ABL position (indicated
by the arrow in the illustration). The indicator
light
in the ABL symbol will illuminate.
The function can be deactivated by turning the
lighting switch counterclockwise to one of the
other lighting positions.
1On Canadian models, the daytime running lights will remain on with the light switch in this position.