2010 VOLVO C30 tow

09 Maintenance and servicing
Fluids09
215
WARNING
Never remove the radiator cap while the
engine is warm. Wait until the vehicle cools.
If it is necessary to top off the coolant when
the engine is warm, unscrew the expansion
tank cap slowly so that the overpressure
dissipates.
Brake fluid
G020333
Brake fluid reservoir
The brake fluid should always be between the
MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reser-
voir. Check, without removing the cap, that
there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.
Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F(280 °C), P/N 9437433
Replace: The fluid should be replaced accord-
ing to the intervals specified in the Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
When driving under extremely hard conditions
(mountain driving, etc), it may be necessary to
replace the fluid more often. Consult your
Volvo retailer. Always entrust brake fluid
changing to a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician.
WARNING
•If the fluid level is below the MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a brake-related
message is shown in the information
display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car
towed to a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician and have the brake
system inspected.
•Dot 4+ should never be mixed with any
other type of brake fluid.
Power steering fluid
The fluid level is checked at each service inter-
val.
Fluid type: Volvo power steering fluid or equiv-
alent.
Replace: No fluid change required.
WARNING
If a problem should occur in the power
steering system or if the vehicle has no elec-
trical 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.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Fuses09

231 Fuse box in the passenger compartment
G020601
The fuse box in the passenger compartment is
located under the glove compartment.
To access the fuses:
1. Remove the upholstery covering the fuse
box by first pressing in the center pins in
the mounting clips approximately 0.5 in
(1 cm) with a small screwdriver and then
pulling the pins out.
2. Turn both retaining screws (2) counter-
clockwise until they release.
3. Fold down the fuse box (3) half way. Pull it
toward the seat until it stops. Fold it down
completely. The fuse box can be unhooked
completely.
4. Replace the blown fuse.
5. Close the fuse box in reverse order.6. Pull the center pins fully out of the mount-
ing clips, secure the upholstery with the
mounting clips and press the pins into the
mounting clips again. The mounting clips
then expand, holding the upholstery in
position.

11 Specifications
Fuel, oils, and fluids
11
268
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).

11 Specifications
Engine oil
11
269 Oil specifications
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC
specification GF-4, API SL, or ACEA A1/B1.
Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel
economy, engine performance, or engine pro-
tection.
Volume: 6.1 US qts (5.8 liters).
Volume between the MIN and Max marks on
the dipstick: approximately 1.4 US qts (1.3 lit-
ers).
Volvo recommends Castrol.
Depending on your driving habits, premium or
synthetic oils may provide superior fuel econ-
omy and engine protection. Consult your Volvo
retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician for recommendations on premium
or synthetic oils.
Oil additives must not be used.
NOTE
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal service intervals.
This oil is only used at customer request, at
additional charge. Please consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
Oil viscosityIncorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life
under normal use. SAE 5W-30 will providegood fuel economy and engine protection. See
the viscosity chart.
G023491
Viscosity chart
Extreme engine operationSynthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40
and complying with oil quality requirements are
recommended for driving in areas of sustained
temperature extremes (hot or cold), when tow-
ing a trailer over long distances, and for pro-
longed driving in mountainous areas.
American Petroleum Institute (API)
symbol
G022917
The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into
three parts:
•The upper section describes the oil's per-
formance level.
•The center identifies the oil's viscosity.
•The lower section indicates whether the oil
has demonstrated energy-conserving
properties in a standard test in comparison
to a reference oil.

12 Index
12
278
Electronic Climate Control......................... 91
air distribution table.............................. 99
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)............... 96
Emergency brake....................................... 75
Emergency locking retractor...................... 36
Emergency starting.................................. 159
Emergency towing................................... 157
Emission inspection readiness................ 208
Engine
specifications...................................... 270
starting................................................ 146
starting with keyless drive.................. 148
Engine compartment overview................211
Engine oil................................................. 212
changing............................................. 212
checking............................................. 212
specifications...................................... 269
volumes.............................................. 267
Equalizer, audio system........................... 239
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 117F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 206
Flat tires
changing............................................. 185
repairing with tire sealing system....... 187
Fluids and oils.......................................... 267
FM1/FM2 menu....................................... 241
Fog lights
front...................................................... 63
rear........................................................ 64
Front airbags.............................................. 22
disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 26
Front fog lights........................................... 63
Front park assist...................................... 165
Front seats............................................... 102
accessing the rear seat...................... 102
adjusting the head restraints.............. 108
manually operated.............................. 102
power.................................................. 106
Fuel filler door
unlocking.............................................. 64
Fuel gauge................................................. 53
Fuel requirements.................................... 142
Fuel tank volume.....................................267Fuses, replacing......................................227
G
Gasoline requirements............................. 142
Geartronic................................................ 151
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 179
Glove compartment................................. 112
locking................................................ 131
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)............180, 265
H
Hand brake (parking brake)....................... 75
Hazard warning flashers............................ 74
HD digital radio........................................ 243
Headlights.................................................. 63
changing bulbs................................... 219
high and low beams............................. 65
high beam flash.................................... 65
Headlight washers..................................... 71
High beam flash......................................... 65
High beams................................................ 65

12 Index
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282
tread wear indicator............................ 172
uniform tire quality grading................. 181
winter driving...................................... 182
Tire sealing system.................................. 187
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 45
Towing the vehicle................................... 157
Transmission
Geartronic........................................... 151
manual................................................149
shiftlock override................................ 152
Tread wear indicator................................ 172
Treble....................................................... 238
Trip computer............................................ 67
Trips, long distance................................. 140
Turn signals............................................... 65
indicator lights...................................... 53
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................181
V
Vehicle dimensions.................................. 264
Vehicle Event Data................................... 206
Vehicle loading........................................ 180
roof loads............................................ 160
Vehicle maintenance
performed by the owner.....................208
Vehicle towing.........................................157
Vehicle weights........................................ 265
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)......... 263
Volvo Inflatable Curtain.............................. 30
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 275
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 74
Warning symbol......................................... 55
Warranties................................................ 206
Washer fluid..................................... 214, 267
Washer fluid reservoir......................211, 214
Water, driving through............................. 139
Weights.................................................... 265Wheel nuts............................................... 184
Wheels.....................................................170
changing............................................. 185
storing................................................. 171
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)....... 32
Windows
power.................................................... 76
Windshield washer fluid reservoir............211
Windshield wiper blades.......................... 216
Windshield wipers...................................... 71
rains sensor.......................................... 72
Winter tires............................................... 182
Wiper blades
replacing liftgate wiper....................... 216
replacing windshield wipers............... 216