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CAUTION
If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), the
use of the sealing compound may lead to
incorrect tire pressure readings or in rare
cases, damage to the tire pressure sensor.
Use the tire sealing system to check and
adjust the damaged tire's inflation pressure.
NOTE
•Safely stow the tire sealing system in a
convenient place as it will soon be used
again to check the tire’s inflation pres-
sure.
•The empty bottle of sealing compound
cannot be removed from the bottle
holder. Consult a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician to have the
bottle removed and properly disposed
of.
WARNING
If heavy vibrations, unsteady steering
behavior, or noises should occur while driv-
ing, reduce speed and park the vehicle in a
safe place. Recheck the tire for bumps,
cracks, or other visible damage, and
recheck its inflation pressure. If the pressure
is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not continue
driving. Have the vehicle towed to a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
Stage 2: Checking inflation pressure1. Connect the tire sealing system as descri-
bed in stage 1.
2. Refer to the inflation pressure tablesfor the
correct inflation pressure. If the tire needs
to be inflated, start the tire sealing system’s
compressor. If necessary, release air from
the tire by turning the air release knob
counterclockwise.
CAUTION
The compressor should not be used for
more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid
overheating.
WARNING
If you interrupt your trip for more than 1
hour, check the inflation pressure in the
damaged tire again before continuing.
Replacing the sealing compound
container
The sealing compound container must be
replaced if:
•the tire sealing system has been used to
repair a tire
•the container’s expiration date has passed
(see the date on decal).
NOTE
•After use, the sealing compound bottle,
the hose, and certain other system
components must be replaced. Please
consult your Volvo retailer for replace-
ment parts.
•If the sealing compound bottle’s expi-
ration date has passed, please take it to
a Volvo retailer or a recycling station
that can properly dispose of harmful
substances.
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Inflating tires
The tire sealing system can be used to inflate
the tires. To do so:
1. Park the car in a safe place.
2. The compressor should be switched off.
Ensure that the on/off switch is in position
0 (the 0 side of the switch should be
pressed down).
3. Take out the electrical wire and hose.
4. Remove the valve cap from the tire’s infla-
tion valve and screw the hose connector
onto the valve as tightly as possible by
hand.
5. Connect the electrical wire to the nearest
12-volt socket in the vehicle.
6. 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 outdoors, before using the sys-
tem.
•Children should never be left unattended
in the vehicle when the engine is running.
7. Check the tire’s inflation pressure on the
gauge. Switch off the compressor briefly to
get a clear reading from the pressure
gauge.
8. Refer to the tire inflation tables for the cor-
rect inflation pressure. If the tire needs to
be inflated, start the tire sealing system’s
compressor (press the on/off switch to
position I). If necessary, release air from the
tire by turning the air release knob coun-
terclockwise.
CAUTION
The compressor should not be used for
more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid
overheating.
9. Turn off the compressor (press the on/off
switch to position 0) when the correct infla-
tion pressure has been reached.
10. Unscrew the hose from the tire’s inflation
valve and reinstall the valve cap.
11. Disconnect the electrical wire from the
12-volt socket.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)–U.S models only
NOTE
USA – FCC ID: KR5S122780002
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The tire pressure monitoring system uses sen-
sors mounted in the tire valves to check infla-
tion pressure levels. When the vehicle is mov-
ing at a speed of approximately 20 mph
(30 km/h) or faster, these sensors transmit
inflation pressure data to a receiver located in
the vehicle.
When low inflation pressure is detected, TPMS
will light up the tire pressure warning light
(
) (also referred to as a telltale) in the
instrument panel and will display one of the
following messages in the text window:
LOW
TIRE PRESS. CHECK TIRES or VERY LOW
TIRE PRESSURE.
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Changing wheels with TPMSPlease note the following when changing or
replacing the factory installed TPMS wheels/
tires on the vehicle:
•Only the factory-mounted wheels are
equipped with TPMS sensors in the valves.
•If the vehicle is equipped with a temporary
spare tire, this tire does not have a TPMS
sensor.
•If wheels without TPMS sensors are moun-
ted on the vehicle, TIRE PRESS SYST
SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed
each time the vehicle is driven above
25 mph (40 km/h) for 10 minutes or more.
•Once TPMS sensors are properly installed,
the warning message should not reappear.
If the message is still displayed, drive the
vehicle for several minutes at a speed of
20 mph (30 km/h) or faster to erase the
message.
•Volvo recommends that TPMS sensors be
fitted on all wheels used on the vehicle.
Volvo does not recommend moving sen-
sors back and forth between sets of
wheels.
NOTE
•If you change to tires with a different
recommended inflation pressure, the
TPMS system must be recalibrated to
these tires. This must be done by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
•If a tire is changed, or if the TPMS sen-
sor is moved to another wheel, the sen-
sor's seal, nut, and valve core should be
replaced.
•When installing TPMS sensors, the
vehicle must be parked for at least
15 minutes with the ignition off. if the
vehicle is driven within 15 minutes, a
TPMS error message will be displayed.
CAUTION
When inflating tires with TPMS valves, press
the pump's mouthpiece straight onto the
valve to help avoid bending or otherwise
damaging the valve.
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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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high/low beams.................................... 85
high beam flash.................................... 85
Headlight washers..................................... 92
Head restraints, rear seat....................82, 83
Heartbeat sensor (alarm system).........55, 56
Heated front seats................................... 126
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 199
Heated rear seats.................................... 127
High beams................................................ 85
indicator light........................................ 73
Hill Descent Control................................. 112
Hoisting the vehicle.................................215
Home safe lighting..................................... 89
Hood, opening/closing............................217
Horn........................................................... 84
I
Ignition modes........................................... 77
Immobilizer..........................................52, 53
Important information.................................. 8
Indicator lights.........................71, 72, 73, 74
Infant seats................................................ 38Inflatable Curtain........................................ 30
Inflation pressure.............................244, 245
Inflation pressure tables.......................... 247
Information lights.....................71, 72, 73, 74
Information symbol.................................... 73
Inspection readiness................................ 215
Instrument lighting..................................... 85
Instrument overview............................70, 71
Instrument panel...................................... 122
Integrated two-stage booster cushion...... 46
Interior Air Quality System....................... 125
Interior lighting........................................... 89
iPod Ÿ connector (audio system)............. 134
ISOFIX anchors.......................................... 43
J
Jack
attaching.............................................253
location of........................................... 253
Jump starting........................................... 105
K
Key blade.......................................52, 57, 59
private locking...................................... 59
Keyless drive
general description............................... 60
starting the vehicle.............................103
L
Labels
list of................................................... 269
location of........................................... 268
LATCH anchors......................................... 43
Leather care............................................. 265
Lighting panel............................................ 85
Load anchoring eyelets...........................201
Loading
floor rails............................................. 202
hooks for securing loads.................... 202
Loading the vehicle.......................... 200, 249
roof loads............................................ 204
Locking the vehicle.................................... 54
Locks, child safety..................................... 49
Low beams................................................ 85
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Low fuel level warning light........................ 73
Low oil pressure warning light................... 74
M
Main instrument panel............................. 122
Maintenance............................................ 214
hoisting the vehicle............................. 215
performed by the owner.....................215
Malfunction indicator light......................... 72
Menu system........................................... 120
overview.............................................. 120
Messages in the instrument panel........... 122
Mirrors
defroster............................................... 97
power door........................................... 96
rearview, auto-dim function.................. 97
retractable............................................. 96
vanity.................................................. 189
Moonroof................................................... 98
Motor oil
checking............................................. 218
specifications...................................... 276
volumes.............................................. 277
N
Net in cargo area..................................... 206
O
Occupant safety........................................ 14
Occupant weight sensor...................... 24, 25
Octane recommendations.......................197
Odometer, trip........................................... 76
Oil
specifications...................................... 276
volumes.............................................. 277
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 279
Overhead courtesy lighting........................ 89
Overheating, engine................................... 74
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 199
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 266
Park assist.......................................180, 182Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 114
warning light......................................... 74
Parking lights............................................. 86
changing bulbs................................... 225
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 55
Polishing.................................................. 264
Power front seat
with keyless drive................................. 80
Power mirrors............................................ 96
defroster............................................... 97
Power moonroof........................................ 98
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 221
speed-dependent............................... 156
Power steering fluid................................. 277
Power tailgate.......................................... 200
Power windows......................................... 94
laminated glass..................................... 95
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 18
Private locking........................................... 59
PROPOSITION 65 WARN-
ING..................................... 11, 105, 233, 278
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R
Radio
Sirius satellite radio............................139
Radio functions........................................ 133
HD digital radio................................... 136
Rails, floor................................................ 202
Rain sensor................................................ 91
READ button............................................ 122
Rear fog light............................................. 87
Rear park assist............................... 180, 182
Rear seat head restraints........................... 83
Rear seats
center head restraint............................. 82
folding................................................... 81
heated................................................. 127
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function................................. 97
compass............................................. 153
Rear window defroster.............................. 97
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 45
Refrigerant............................................... 277
Refueling..........................................196, 197
fuel filler cap....................................... 198fuel filler door...................................... 198
fuel tank volume.................................277
Registering child restraints........................ 45
Remote control
private locking...................................... 59
Remote key................................................ 52
approach lighting.................................. 54
immobilizer.....................................52, 53
key blade..................................52, 57, 59
key memory.......................................... 52
locking the vehicle................................ 54
Personal Car Communicator..........54, 55
replacing the battery............................. 57
unlocking the vehicle............................ 54
Remote key/PCC
common functions................................ 54
Reporting safety defects............................ 15
Roadside Assistance............................... 279
Roof loads............................................... 204
S
Safety, occupant........................................ 14
Safety defects, reporting........................... 15Seat belt
reminder................................................ 17
Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor.................................... 35
buckling................................................ 16
maintenance......................................... 16
pretensioners........................................ 16
reminder................................................ 16
reminder warning light.......................... 74
securing child restraint sys-
tems.......................................... 38, 40, 42
unbuckling............................................ 16
use during pregnancy........................... 18
using.....................................................16
Seats, front................................................ 79
Side door mirrors....................................... 96
Side impact airbags................................... 28
Side marker lights, changing bulbs......... 225
Sirius satellite radio.................................. 139
Snow chains............................................ 251
Snow tires................................................ 251
Sound settings, audio system................. 132
Spare tire................................................. 252
Speed-dependent steering...................... 156
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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