2010 VOLVO V70/XC70 wipers

05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
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winter driving, requiring the frequent use of
the washers and wipers. Volvo Washer
Solvent should be diluted as follows: Down
to 14 °F (–10 °C): 1 part washer solvent and
4 parts water Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part
washer solvent and 3 parts water Down to
0 °F (–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and
2 parts water Down to –18 °F (–28 °C):
1 part washer solvent and 1 part water.
•Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.
•Avoid using de-icing sprays as they can
cause damage to the locks.

06 Maintenance and specifications
Maintaining your car
06

215 Owner maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements and inter-
vals are described in your vehicle's Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
The following points can be carried out
between the normally scheduled maintenance
services.
Each time the car is refueled:
•Check the engine oil level.
•Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,
headlights, and tail lights.
Monthly:
•Check cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect
the tires for wear.
•Check that engine coolant and other fluid
levels are between the indicated "min" and
"max" markings.
•Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass
cleaner and soft paper towels.
•Wipe driver information displays with a soft
cloth.
•Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-
rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose ter-
minal connector, or a battery near the end
of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo
retailer for additional information.
As needed:Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to
reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup
of dirt, and corrosion that can be caused by salt
residues.
Clean leaves and twigs from air intake vents at
the base of the windshield, and from other pla-
ces where they may collect.
NOTE
Complete service information for qualified
technicians is available online for purchase
or subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.
Hoisting the vehicle
If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the
two jack attachments points should be used.They are specially reinforced to bear the weight
of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be placed
under the front of the engine support frame.
Take care not to damage the splash guard
under the engine. Ensure that the jack is posi-
tioned so that the vehicle cannot slide off it.
Always use axle stands or similar structures.
If a two-post hoist is used to lift the vehicle, the
front and rear lift arm pads should be centered
under the reinforced lift plates on the inboard
edge of the sill rail (see illustration).
Emission inspection readiness
What is an Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II)?
OBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized
engine management system. It stores diagnos-
tic information about your vehicle's emission
controls. It can light the Check Engine light
(MIL) if it detects an emission control "fault." A
"fault" is a component or system that is not
performing within an expected range. A fault
may be permanent or temporary. OBD II will
store a message about any fault.
How do states use OBD II for emission
inspections?
Many states connect a computer directly to a
vehicle's OBD II system. The inspector can
then read "faults." In some states, this type of

06 Maintenance and specifications
Wiper blades and washer fluid
06

229 Wiper blades
The windshield wiper blades are different
lengths. The blade on the driver’s side is longer
than the one on the passenger side.
Service positionThe wiper blades must be in the service (verti-
cal) position for replacement or washing.
1.
Switch off the ignition (ignition mode 0, see
page 77) and keep the remote key in the
ignition slot
1.
2. Move the right steering wheel lever up and
hold it for at least 1 second. The wipers will
then move to the vertical position on the
windshield.The wipers will return to the normal position
when the vehicle is started.
Replacing the windshield wiper blades
With the wipers in the service position, fold
out the wiper arm from the windshield.
Press the button on the wiper blade attach-
ment and pull the wiper blade straight out,
parallel with the wiper arm.
Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks
into place.
Check that the blade is securely in place.
CleaningKeeping the windshield and wiper blades clean
helps improve visibility and prolongs the serv-
ice life of the wiper blades. Clean the wiper
blades with a stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm
soap solution or car washing detergent.
1Does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive.

06 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
06
236* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Engine compartment, upper
Engine compartment, front
Engine compartment, lower
PositionsThese fuses are all located in the engine com-
partment box. Fuses in
are located under
.
NOTE
•Fuses 16 – 33 and 35 – 41 may be
changed at any time when necessary.
•Fuses 1 – 15, 34 and 42 – 44 are relays/
circuit breakers and should only be
removed or replaced by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.
•There is a special fuse removal tool on
the underside of the cover.
FunctionA
Circuit breaker50
Circuit breaker50
Circuit breaker60
Circuit breaker60
FunctionA
Circuit breaker50
–
–
–
Windshield wipers30
–
Climate system blower40
–
ABS pump40
ABS valves20
–
Active Bending Lights. Head-
light leveling*10
Central electrical module20
Radar. ACC control module*5
Speed related power steering5
FunctionA
Engine Control Module (ECM),
transmission, SRS10
Heated washer nozzles10
Vacuum pump I5T20
Lighting panel5
Headlight washers15
12-volt socket, front and rear
seat
Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE)*15
Moonroof*, ceiling console/
ECC*10
Engine compartment box5
Auxiliary lights*20
Horn15
Engine Control Module (ECM)10
Control module, automatic
transmission15
Compressor A/C15

06 Maintenance and specifications
Vehicle care
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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).

07 Index
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286
Spin control............................................. 154
SRS............................................................ 19
Stability system....................................... 154
indicator light........................................ 73
Starting the engine..................................103
with keyless drive...............................103
Starting the vehicle
after a crash (crash mode)....................33
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)..................52, 53
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 205
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 84
horn....................................................... 84
keypad.................................. 84, 120, 131
Stone chips, touching up......................... 266
Storage spaces........................................ 187
Studded tires........................................... 251
Sunroof (moonroof).................................... 98
Supplemental restraint system.................. 19
warning light......................................... 74T
Tailgate
driving with it open.............................192
power operated.................................. 200
wiper/washer........................................ 92
Tailgate wipers......................................... 230
Taillights, changing bulbs........................ 226
Temporary spare tire............................... 252
Three-way catalytic converter................. 199
Tire designations.....................................248
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....260, 261
indicator light........................................ 73
Tires.........................................................242
age...................................................... 242
changing from summer to winter........ 243
glossary of terms................................ 249
improving economy............................ 242
inflation pressure........................244, 245
inflation pressure tables..................... 247
rotation............................................... 243
snow...................................................251
spare................................................... 252
specifications...................................... 246
storing................................................. 243
studded............................................... 251tire pressure monitoring system......... 260
tread wear indicator............................ 244
uniform tire quality grading................. 251
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 44
Touching up paint.................................... 266
Towing a trailer................................208, 209
trailer hitch.......................................... 209
Towing the vehicle........................... 210, 211
Traction control........................................ 154
Trailer towing...................................208, 209
trailer hitch.......................................... 209
Transmission
general description.....................107, 108
oil........................................................ 277
shiftlock override................................ 108
Tread wear indicator................................ 244
Trip computer.......................................... 151
Trip odometers.......................................... 76
Trips, long distance................................. 194
Turn signals............................................... 88
changing bulbs................................... 225
indicator lights...................................... 73
Two-stage booster cushion....................... 46

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U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................251
Unlocking the vehicle................................ 54
Upholstery care....................................... 265
V
Vanity mirror............................................ 189
changing bulbs................................... 228
Vehicle dimensions
V70...................................................... 270
XC70................................................... 272
Vehicle Event Data............................... 9, 214
Vehicle loading................................200, 249
roof loads............................................ 204
Vehicle maintenance................................ 214
performed by the owner.....................215
Vehicle weights........................................ 273
Ventilated seats....................................... 126
Volvo and the environment........................ 11
Volvo Inflatable Curtain.............................. 30
Volvo maintenance.................................. 214
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 279Volvo programs.......................................279
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 88
Warning lights.......................... 71, 72, 73, 74
Warning symbol......................................... 75
Warning system, collision........................ 159
Warranties................................................ 214
Washer fluid..................................... 230, 277
Washers
headlight............................................... 92
windshield............................................. 91
Water, driving through............................. 193
Waxing..................................................... 264
Weights.................................................... 273
Wheels.....................................................242
changing............................................. 253
storing................................................. 243
Whiplash Protection System..................... 31
Windows
power.................................................... 94Windshield
IR coating............................................. 93
rain sensor............................................ 91
washers................................................ 92
wipers/washers..................................... 91
Windshield washer fluid................... 230, 277
Windshield wipers.................................... 229
Wiper blades
replacing tailgate wiper...................... 230
replacing windshield wipers............... 229