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The information symbol may also illuminate
together with other symbols.
High beam indicator
This symbol illuminates when the high beam
headlights are on, or if the high beam flash
function is used.
Left turn signal indicator Right turn signal indicatorNOTE
•
Both turn signal indicators will flash
when the hazard warning flashers are
used.
•
If either of these indicators flash faster
than normal, the direction indicators are
not functioning properly.
Indicator and warning symbolsSymbol
DescriptionLow oil pressureParking brake appliedSRS airbags
Symbol
DescriptionSeat belt reminderGenerator not chargingFault in the brake systemWarning symbol
Low oil pressure
If the light comes on while driving, stop the
vehicle, stop the engine immediately, and
check the engine oil level. If the oil level is nor-
mal and the light stays on after restart, have the
vehicle towed to the nearest trained and quali-
fied Volvo service technician. This is normal,
provided it goes off when the engine speed is
increased.
Parking brake applied
This symbol illuminates when the parking
brake is applied. On models equipped with the
electric parking brake, this symbol flashes
while the brake is being applied and then glows
steadily.
A flashing symbol means that a fault has been
detected. See the message in the information
display.Canadian models are equipped with this sym-
bol:
NOTE
This symbol also comes on when the
mechanical parking brake is only slightly
applied.
Airbags – SRS
If this light comes on while the vehicle is being
driven, or remains on for longer than approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the vehicle has been
started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions
have detected a fault in a seat belt lock or pre-
tensioner, a front airbag, side impact airbag,
and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s)
inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician as soon as possible.
Seat belt reminder
This symbol comes on for approximately 6 sec-
onds if the driver has not fastened his or her
seat belt.
Generator not charging
This symbol comes on during driving if a fault
has occurred in the electrical system. Contact
an authorized Volvo workshop.
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NOTE
•
Regulations regarding the use of the
hazard warning flasher may vary,
depending on where you live.
•
The hazard warning flashers will be acti-
vated automatically if an airbag
deploys.
Turn signals
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Turn signalsWhen changing lanes The driver can automatically flash the turn
signals 3 times by moving the turn signal lever
up or down to the first position and releasing it.
When turning Move the lever as far up or down as possi-
ble 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
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Light switches, front roof lighting
Drivers side front reading light, on/offPassenger's side front reading light, on/offOverhead courtesy lighting.
The lighting in the front part of the passenger
compartment is controlled with the buttons (1)
and (2) in the roof console.
Switch (3) has three positions for all passenger
compartment lighting:
•
Off – right side depressed, automatic light-
ing off.
•
Neutral position.
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On – left side depressed, passenger com-
partment lighting on.
