2009 VOLVO V70 Owner´s Manual

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Blind Spot Information System (option)
04``185 When does BLIS function
The system functions when your vehicle is
moving at speeds above 6 mph (10 km/h).When you pass another vehicle:The system reacts when you pass another
vehicle at a speed of up to 6 mph (10 km/h)
faster than that vehicle.When you are passed by another vehicle:The system reacts if your vehicle is passed by
another vehicle at a speed of up to 43 mph
(70 km/h) faster than your vehicle.
WARNING
•
BLIS does not function in sharp curves.
•
BLIS does not function when your vehi-
cle is backing up.
•
If you are towing a wide trailer, this may
prevent the BLIS cameras from detect-
ing other vehicles in adjacent lanes.
How BLIS functions in daylight and
darkness
DaylightBLIS reacts to the shape of surrounding vehi-
cles. The system is designed to help detect
motor vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses,
motorcycles, etc.
DarknessBLIS reacts to the headlights of surrounding
vehicles. In order to be detected by BLIS, a
vehicle in the blind area must have its head-
lights on. This means, for example, that the
system will not detect a trailer without head-
lights that is being towed behind a car or truck.
WARNING
•
BLIS does not react to cyclists or
mopeds.
•
BLIS does not react to vehicles that are
standing still.
•
The function of the BLIS cameras may
be affected by intense light, or when
driving at night in areas where there are
no external sources of light (e.g., street
lights, other vehicles, etc.). In such
cases, the system may react as if the
cameras were obscured.
•
In both of the above mentioned condi-
tions, a message will appear in the infor-
mation display.
•
When driving in such conditions, the
system's function will be limited or it
may be temporarily switched off, see
page 186 for instructions.
•
When the message is no longer dis-
played, BLIS will return to normal func-
tion.
•
The BLIS cameras have the same limi-
tation as the human eye. In other words,
their "vision is impaired" by adverse
weather conditions such as heavy
snowfall, dense fog, etc.

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LimitationsIn certain situations, the BLIS indicator light(s)
may illuminate even when there are no other
vehicles in the area monitored by the system.
NOTE
If the BLIS indicator lights illuminate occa-
sionally even when there are no other vehi-
cles in the blind area, this does not indicate
a fault in the system.
In the event of a fault,
Blind spot syst.
service required
will be displayed.
The following are several examples of situa-
tions in which the BLIS indicator light(s) may
illuminate even when there are no other vehi-
cles in the area monitored by the system.
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Light reflected from a wet road surface
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The vehicle's own shadow against a large, light,
smooth surface such as barriers between lanes on
a highway
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Sunlight directly in the camera when the sun is low
on the horizonCleaning the BLIS camera lensesIn order to function optimally, the BLIS camera
lenses must be kept clean. They can be wiped
clean with a soft cloth or wet sponge.
CAUTION
•
Clean the lenses carefully to avoid
scratching.
•
The lenses are electrically heated to
help melt ice or snow. If necessary, gen-
tly brush away snow from the lenses.
Switching BLIS on and off
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BLIS is automatically activated when the igni-
tion is switched on. The indicator lights will
provide confirmation by flashing 3 times.•
The system can be switched off by press-
ing the BLIS button in the center console
(see the illustration). The indicator light in
the button goes out when the system is

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switched off, and a text message is dis-
played.
•
BLIS can be switched on again by pressing
the button. The indicator light in the button
will illuminate and a new text message will
be displayed. Press the READ button (see
page 121) to erase the message.
BLIS system messagesText in the dis-
play
System status
Blind spot syst.
service required
BLIS not functioning
properly. Contact an
authorized Volvo
service technician.
Blind spot syst.
camera blocked
BLIS camera
obscured. Clean the
lenses.
Blind-spot info
system ON
BLIS system on
Text in the dis-
play
System status
Blind-spot info
system off
BLIS system off
Blind spot syst.
reduced function
The BLIS cameras'
function has been
reduced by e.g., fog,
or strong sunlight
directly into the
camea. The camera
will reset itself when
these conditions
have changed. have
been function
reduced

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Storage spaces
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Passenger compartment convenience
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Compartment in door panelStorage pocket on the front edge of the
front seat cushionsGlove compartmentStorage compartment, 12-volt socket and
AUX inputJacket holderRear seat cup holdersStorage pocket
Jacket holderThe jacket hanger is located on the inboard
side of the front passenger's seat head
restraint. It is only intended for hanging light
garments.
Tunnel console
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Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.) under
armrest.Includes cup holder for driver and passen-
ger, 12 V socket and small storage com-
partment.
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (option)Your Volvo retailer has lighters and ashtrays
available as accessories.
Glove compartment
A
B
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The owner's manual and maps can be kept
here. There are also holders for pens and fuel
cards. The glove compartment can be locked
manually with the key blade, see page 63.

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Vanity mirror
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Vanity mirror with lightingThe light comes on automatically when the
cover is lifted.
12-volt sockets
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12-volt socket in the front tunnel console
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12-volt socket in the rear center consoleThe electrical socket can be used for 12-volt
accessories such as cell phone chargers and
coolers. The maximum current is 10 A. For thesocket to supply current, the ignition must be
in at least mode I, see page 77.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not
in use.12-volt socket in the cargo area (option)
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Fold down the cover to access the electrical
socket.
NOTE
The 12-volt socket in the cargo area pro-
vides electrical current even when the igni-
tion is switched off. Using the socket while
the engine is not running will drain the bat-
tery.

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Driving recommendations..................................................................... 194
Refueling............................................................................................... 198
Loading................................................................................................. 202
Cargo area............................................................................................ 207
Towing a trailer...................................................................................... 210
Emergency towing................................................................................ 212