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Changing a wheel
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Location of jack and tools
Spare wheelThe spare wheel (Temporary spare) is only
intended for temporary use. Replace the spare
wheel with a normal wheel as soon as possible.
The car's handling may be altered by the use
of the spare wheel. The correct tire pressure for
the spare wheel is stated in the tire pressure
tables on pages 249 and 250.
WARNING
Current legislation prohibits the use of the
“Temporary Spare” tire other than as a tem-
porary replacement for a punctured tire. It
must be replaced as soon as possible by a
standard tire. Road holding and handling
may be affected with the “Temporary
Spare” in use.
CAUTION
The vehicle must never be driven with more
than one temporary spare wheel.
The spare wheel is located in the spare wheel
well with the rim side down. There are two foam
blocks, one under the spare wheel and one
over/inside. The upper one contains all tools.
The same bolt runs through to secure the spare
wheel and the foam blocks.
Taking out the spare wheel1. Fold the rear edge of the floor mat forward.
2. Open the floor hatch.
3. Undo the retaining bolt.
4. Lift out the foam block with tools.
5. Lift out the spare wheel.
The other two blocks can remain in the wheel
well.
After useThe foam block and spare wheel must be
replaced in the reverse order. Note the arrow
on the upper foam block. It should point for-
ward.
Removing the wheel cover
Changing a tire:1. Apply the parking brake.
2.
Put the gear selector in P.
3. Block the wheels that are on the ground
with wooden blocks or large stones.
4. Remove the wheel cover (where applica-
ble) using the lug wrench in the tool
bag.With the vehicle still on the ground,
use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel
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nuts 1/2 – 1 turns by exerting downward
pressure.
5. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen.
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6. There are two jack attachment points on
each side of the vehicle. Position the jack
correctly in the attachment (see illustration
above) and crank while simultaneously
guiding the base of the jack to the ground.
The base of the jack must be flat on a level,
firm, non-slippery surface. Before raising
the vehicle, check that the jack is still cor-
rectly positioned in the attachment.
7. Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be
changed is lifted off the ground.
8. Unscrew the wheel nuts completely and
carefully remove the wheel so as not to
damage the threads on the studs.
WARNING
•The jack must correctly engage the jack
attachment.
•Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-
slippery surface.
•Never allow any part of your body to be
extended under a vehicle supported by
a jack.
•Use the jack intended for the vehicle
when changing a tire. For any other job,
use stands to support the vehicle.
•Apply the parking brake and put the
gear selector in the Park (P) position.
•Block the wheels standing on the
ground, use rigid wooden blocks or
large stones.
•The jack should be kept well-greased
and clean, and should not be damaged.
•No objects should be placed between
the base of jack and the ground, or
between the jack and the attachment
bar on the vehicle.
Re-installing the wheel1. Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel
and hub.
2. Lift the wheel and place it on the hub.
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Tighten the lug nuts
3. Install the wheel nuts and tighten hand-
tight. Using the lug wrench, tighten cross-
wise until all nuts are snug.
4. Lower the vehicle to the ground and alter-
nately tighten the bolts crosswise to
103 ft. lbs. (140 Nm).
5. Install the wheel cover (where applicable).
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•Stage 1: The hole is sealed by pumping
sealing compound into the tire. The car is
then driven a short distance to distribute
the sealing compound in the tire.
NOTE
Do not remove any foreign objects (nails,
etc.) from the tire before using the sealing
system.
•Stage 2: The tire’s inflation pressure is
checked and adjusted if necessary.
WARNING
•Never leave the tire sealing system
unattended when it is operating.
•Keep the tire sealing system away from
children.
•Be sure the vehicle is parked safely off
the road and away from moving traffic.
•Apply the parking brake.
Stage 1: Sealing the hole1. Open the cover on the tire sealing kit.
2. Peel off the speed limit sticker and affix it
to the steering wheel hub where it will be
clearly visible to the driver.3. Ensure that the on/off switch is in posi-
tion 0 (the 0 side of the switch should be
pressed down).
WARNING
Contact with the sealing compound may
cause skin irritation. If contact occurs, wash
the affected area immediately with soap and
water.
4. Unscrew the orange cover over the bottle
holder and unscrew the cap on the bottle
of sealing compound.
NOTE
Do not break the seal on the bottle. This
occurs automatically when the bottle is
screwed into the holder.
5. Screw the bottle into the bottle holder.
WARNING
The bottle is equipped with a catch to keep
it securely in place and help prevent sealing
compound leakage. Once in place, the bot-
tle cannot be unscrewed. This must be done
by a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician.
6. Remove the valve cap from the tire’s infla-
tion valve and screw the tire sealing sys-
tem’s hose connector onto the valve as
tightly as possible by hand.
7. Connect the electrical wire to the nearest
12-volt socket in the vehicle.
8. Start the vehicle’s engine.
WARNING
The vehicle´s engine should be running
when the tire sealing system is used to avoid
battery drain. Therefore, be sure the vehicle
is parked in a well ventilated place, or out-
doors, before using the system.
9. Start the tire sealing system’s compressor
by pressing the on/off switch to position I.
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CAUTION
•Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rub-
ber components
•Polishing chromed strips can wear
away or damage the surface
•Polishes containing abrasive sub-
stances should not be used
Automatic car wash
•We do NOT recommend washing your car
in an automatic wash during the first six
months (because the paint will not have
hardened sufficiently).
•An automatic wash is a simple and quick
way to clean your car, but it is worth
remembering that it may not be as thor-
ough as when you yourself go over the car
with sponge and water. Keeping the under-
body clean is most important, especially in
the winter. Some automatic washers do
not have facilities for washing the under-
body.
CAUTION
•Before driving into an automatic car
wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to
avoid damaging the windshield wipers.
•Make sure that side view mirrors, auxil-
iary lamps, etc, are secure, and that any
antenna(s) are retracted or removed.
Otherwise there is risk of the machine
dislodging them.
•Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-
plated wheels using the same deter-
gents used for the body of the vehicle.
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can
permanently stain chrome-plated
wheels.
WARNING
•When the vehicle is driven immediately
after being washed, apply the brakes,
including the parking brake, several
times in order to remove any moisture
from the brake linings.
•Engine cleaning agents should not be
used when the engine is warm. This
constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lightingCondensation may form temporarily on the
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as
headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This is nor-mal and the lights are designed to withstand
moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi-
pate after the lights have been on for a short
time.
Polishing and waxing
•Normally, polishing is not required during
the first year after delivery, however, wax-
ing may be beneficial.
•Before applying polish or wax the vehicle
must be washed and dried. Tar spots can
be removed with kerosene or tar remover.
Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing
compound.
•After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
•Several commercially available products
contain both polish and wax.
•Waxing alone does not substitute for pol-
ishing a dull surface.
•A wide range of polymer-based waxes can
be purchased today. These waxes are easy
to use and produce a long-lasting, high-
gloss finish that protects the bodywork
against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
•Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct
sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should
not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C).
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specifications...................................... 228
trunk lighting....................................... 228
C
Capacity weight....................................... 252
Catalytic converter................................... 203
CD player/changer................................... 144
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 147
Central locking system, introduction......... 52
Chains...................................................... 254
Check engine light..................................... 74
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 45
Child restraint systems.............................. 36
booster cushions.................................. 42
convertible seats.................................. 40
infant seats........................................... 38
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 43
top tether anchors................................ 44
Child safety.......................................... 34, 35
booster cushions.................................. 42
child restraint systems.......................... 36
convertible seats.................................. 40
infant seats........................................... 38Child safety locks...................................... 48
Climate system........................................ 130
air distribution............................. 127, 132
air vents.............................................. 128
Interior Air Quality System.................. 127
introduction......................................... 126
passenger compartment filter............ 127
refrigerant........................................... 126
Clock
analogue............................................... 78
Clock, setting............................................. 78
Cold weather driving................................ 198
Collision warning system......................... 161
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 155
Conserving electrical current................... 197
Convertible seats....................................... 40
Coolant............................................220, 278
Cooling system, general information....... 197
Courtesy lighting........................................ 94
Crash mode............................................... 33
Cruise control..................................159, 160
adaptive.............................................. 167
Curb weight............................................. 252
Current, conserving................................. 197
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Defroster.................................................. 130
Detachable key blade................................ 57
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 24, 25
Dome lighting............................................. 94
Door mirrors............................................. 100
Driver distraction warning.......................... 10
Driving economically................................ 196
Driving in cold weather............................ 198
Driving through water..............................197
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ECC.........................................129, 130, 131
Economical driving.................................. 196
Electric parking brake.............................. 116
Electronic Climate Control.......128, 130, 131
air distribution table............................ 132
Interior Air Quality System.................. 131
ventilated seats................................... 129
Emergency brake lights............................. 92
Emergency locking retractor...................... 35
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retractable........................................... 100
vanity.................................................. 191
Moonroof................................................. 102
Motor oil
checking............................................. 218
specifications...................................... 276
volumes.............................................. 277
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Occupant safety........................................ 14
Occupant weight sensor...................... 24, 25
Octane recommendations.......................201
Odometer, trip........................................... 78
Oil
specifications...................................... 276
volumes.............................................. 277
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 280
Overhead courtesy lighting........................ 94
Overheating, engine................................... 76
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 203
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 269
Park assist.......................................182, 184
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 116
warning light......................................... 76
Parking lights............................................. 91
changing bulbs................................... 225
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 55
Polishing.................................................. 267
Power front seat
memory function................................... 83
with keyless drive................................. 84
Power mirrors.......................................... 100
defroster............................................. 101
Power moonroof...................................... 102
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 221
speed-dependent............................... 158
Power steering fluid................................. 278
Power windows......................................... 98
laminated glass..................................... 99
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 18PROPOSITION 65 WARN-
ING..................................... 11, 109, 234, 279
R
Radio
Sirius satellite radio............................141
Radio functions........................................ 135
HD digital radio................................... 138
Rain sensor................................................ 96
READ button............................................ 124
Rear fog light............................................. 92
Rear park assist............................... 182, 184
Rear seats
folding................................................... 85
heated................................................. 129
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function............................... 101
compass............................................. 155
Rear window defroster............................101
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 45
Refrigerant............................................... 278
Refrigerator (S80 Executive only)............ 192