2010 VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE headlight bulb

02 Instruments and controls
Left-side steering wheel lever
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61 Lever positions
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Turn signals, lane change position
Turn signals, position for normal turns
High beam flash
Toggle between high and low beams,
Home Safe lighting
Turn signals
When turning
Move the lever as far up or down as pos-
sible (to position 2) 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.
When changing lanesThe driver can automatically flash the turn sig-
nals 3 times by:
•Moving the turn signal lever up or down to
position 1 and releasing it.
•Moving the lever up or down to position 2
and immediately back to its original posi-
tion.
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.
High/low beam headlights
Continuous high beams1.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
2.
With the light switch (1) in position
,
see page 59, pull the turn signal lever
toward the steering wheel (position 4) to
toggle between high and low beams.
High beam flash1.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. Pull the turn signal lever to position 3. The
high beams will remain on until the lever is
released.
Home safe lightingWhen you leave your car at night, you can
make use of the home safe lighting function to
illuminate the area in front of the car.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Pull the direction indicator lever as far as
possible towards the steering wheel (to
position 4) and release it.
3. Exit the car and lock the doors.
The headlights and parking lights will illuminate
and remain on for 30
1, 60 or 90 seconds. The
time interval can be changed according to your
1Factory setting.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs09

221 Introduction
Before replacing bulbs in your vehicle, please
keep the following points in mind:
NOTE
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fin-
gers. Grease and oils from your fingers
vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit
on the reflector, which will damage it.
The optional Dual Xenon headlight bulbs
contain trace amounts of mercury. These
bulbs should always be disposed of by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian.
Certain bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:
•Courtesylighting
•Reading lights
•Glove compartment lights
•Turn signals and courtesy lights in the
side door mirrors
•High-mounted brake lights
•Dual Xenon headlights, Brake lights
Removing the headlight housing
WARNING
•The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.
•When changing in the headlight hous-
ing, if the engine has been running just
prior to replacing bulbs, please be
aware that components in the engine
compartment will be hot.
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The entire headlight housing must be lifted out
when replacing the high/low beam, parkinglight, turn signal, and side marker bulbs. To lift
out the housing:
1. Remove the key from the ignition and turn
the headlight switch to position
.
2. Open the hood.
3. Pull up the headlight housing's retaining
pin.
4. Pull out the headlight housing.
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5. Disconnect the wiring connector by press-
ing down the clip with your thumb while at
the same time pulling the connector with
your other hand.

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Replacing bulbs 09
222* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
6. Lift out the headlight housing and place it
on a soft surface to avoid scratching the
lens.
CAUTION
When disconnecting the connector, pull on
the connector itself and not on the wiring.
After the defective bulb has been replaced,
reinsert the housing in the reverse order. Check
that the retaining pin is correctly inserted.
WARNING
Dual Xenon headlights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, these
bulbs should only be replaced by a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
Low beam bulb
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Cover with retaining clamps
1. Open the hood and remove the headlight
housing (see page 221 for instructions).
2. Release the retaining clamps on the cover.
3. Release the bulb's retaining spring holding
the bulb in place by pressing it first to the
left and then moving it outward and down-
ward.
4. Pull out the bulb.
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Low beam bulb
Installing a new bulb1. Insert the new bulb. It can only be installed
in one position.
2. Press the retaining spring inward and
upward and slightly to the right until it
snaps into place.
3. Press the wiring connector onto the bulb.
4. Put the plastic cover in place.
5. Press the retaining clamps back into place.
6. Reinstall the headlight housing (see
page 221).

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Replacing bulbs09

* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.223 High beam bulb
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Halogen high beam bulb
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlight housing (see
page 221).
NOTE
The halogen high beam bulb has a different
socket on vehicles equipped with the
optional Dual Xenon headlights. On these
models, pull the bulb straight out.
WARNING
Dual Xenon headlights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, the Dual
Xenon bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian.
3. Driver's side headlight: Turn the bulb
holder counterclockwise.
Passenger's side headlight: Turn the bulb
holder clockwise.
4. Pull out the bulb holder and replace the
bulb.
5. Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be
installed in one position.
6. Reinstall the headlight housing (see
page 221).
Parking light bulb
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1. Pull out the bulb holder with a pair of pliers.
The bulb holder should not be pulled out
by the wire.
2. Replace the bulb.
3. Press the bulb holder back into place. It
can only be installed in one position.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs 09
224* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Turn signal
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1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove it.
2. Remove the bulb from the holder by press-
ing it in and twisting it counterclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb and reinstall the bulb
holder in the headlight housing.
Side marker light
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1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise,
pull it out, and replace the bulb.
2. Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be
installed in one position.
Front fog lights*
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1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to
position 0.
2. Remove the panel around the fog light
housing.
3. Unscrew both torx screws in the fog light
housing and remove it.
4. Disconnect the connector from the bulb.
5. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it
out.
6. Install the new bulb in its seat and turn it
clockwise.
7. Reconnect the connector to the bulb.

11 Specifications
Electrical system
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General information
12-volt system with voltage controlled gener-
ator. Single wire system in which the chassis
and engine block are used as conductors,
grounded on the chassis.
Battery
Voltage12 V12 V
Cold start capacity
(CCA)600 AA700 AB
Reserve capacity
(RC)120 min135 min
Capacity (Ah)7080
AModels equipped with the High Performance audio system.BModels equipped with the Premium Sound audio system,
the Volvo Navigation System and/or keyless drive.
If the battery must be replaced, replace it with
one with the same cold start capacity and
reserve capacity as the original (see the decal
on the battery).
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Bulbs used in the car
BulbOutputType
Low beam headlight55WH7
High beam headlight55WH9
Extra high beam (models with Dual Xenon headlights only)55WH7

11 Specifications
Electrical system
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.275
BulbOutputType
Brake light, back-up light, rear fog light21WP21W
Turn signal, front/rear21WPY21W
Turn signal, front/rear (applies to models with halogen headlights)24WP21/5W
Rear parking light, side marker light4WP21/4W
Footwell lighting, cargo compartment light, license plate lighting5WC5W
Vanity mirror1.2WFestoon
Front parking light, side turn signal5WW5W
Front fog light*55WH11
Glove compartment light3WFestoon
NOTE
For information regarding any other bulbs
not mentioned in this section, please con-
tact your Volvo retailer or a trained and
authorized Volvo service technician.

12 Index
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279
fluid..................................................... 217
general information............................. 150
Bulbs
headlights........................................... 221
list of................................................... 274
Bulbs, replacing....................................... 221
C
Capacities, fluids..................................... 269
Capacity weight............................... 182, 267
Catalytic converter, three-way................. 276
CD changer.............................................. 251
CD player................................................. 251
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 256
Central locking system - remote key....... 118
Chains...................................................... 185
Changing a wheel.................................... 188
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 43
Child restraint systems.............................. 35
booster cushions.................................. 41
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 42Child safety................................................ 33
booster cushions.................................. 41
child restraint systems.......................... 35
Climate system
air distribution....................................... 88
air vents................................................ 84
Electronic Climate Control.................... 85
passenger compartment filter.............. 82
refrigerant.....................................82, 269
Climate system, general information......... 82
Clock
setting................................................... 75
Coat hanger............................................. 109
Cold weather precautions........................ 137
Compact disc care..................................253
Compass in rearview mirror....................... 72
Conserving electrical current................... 138
Convertible top (Power retractable hard
top)........................................................... 100
Coolant.................................................... 269
changing............................................. 216
checking level of................................. 216
Courtesy lighting...................................... 106
Crash mode............................................... 32
Cruise control............................................ 65Cup holders.....................................108, 111
Curb weight.....................................182, 267
D
Detachable key blade.............................. 120
Detachable trailer hitch............................ 160
Dimensions.............................................. 266
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag............................................................. 26
Display.......................................................56
Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II)........................ 241
Door mirrors............................................... 73
Door Mounted Inflatable Curtain system
(DMIC)........................................................ 30
Driving economically................................ 136
Driving through water..............................136
DSTC, stability system............................ 152
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Economical driving.................................. 136
Electrical current – conserving................ 138