06 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
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234* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Introduction
All bulb specifications are listed on page 240.
The following bulbs should only be replaced by
a trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:
•Dome lighting
•Reading lights
•Glove compartment lighting
•Turn signals in the door mirror
•Approach lighting in the door mirror
•Brake/fog/taillights
•Rear side parking lights
•Active Bending Lights and LED bulbs
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.
WARNING
•Active Bending Lights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, these
bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
•Turn off the lights and remove the
remote key from the ignition before
changing any bulbs.
Headlight housing
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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.
The entire headlight housing must be lifted out
when replacing all front bulbs (except for the
fog lights).
CAUTION
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.
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NOTE
•Always switch off the ignition before
starting to replace a bulb.
•The optional Active Bending Light bulbs
contain trace amounts of mercury.
These bulbs should always be disposed
of by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician.
Removing the headlight housing1. Switch off the ignition by pressing quickly
on the START/STOP ENGINE button and
remove the remote key from the ignition
slot
1.
2. (Upper illustration under "Headlight hous-
ing")
Withdraw the headlight housing's lock-
ing pins.
Pull the headlight housing straight out .
CAUTION
When disconnecting the connector, pull on
the connector itself and not on the wiring.
3. (Lower illustration under "Headlight hous-
ing")
Unplug the wiring connector by holding
down the clip with your thumb.
Pull out the connector with the other
hand.
4. Lift out the housing and place it on a soft
surface to avoid scratching the lens.
5. Replace the defective bulb(s).
Reinserting the headlight housing
When reinserting the housing, be sure that the
long locking pin (to the left in the illustration) is
securely in place in both of its retaining clamps.
1. Plug in the connector until it clicks into
place.2. Reinstall the headlight housing and locking
pins. Check that they are correctly
inserted. The headlight housing must be
properly inserted and secured in place
before the lighting is switched on or the
remote key is inserted into the ignition slot.
3. Check that the lights function properly.
The headlight wiring must be connected and
the housing must be securely in place before
the ignition is switched on.
Removing the cover to access the
headlights and parking lights
1Does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive.
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NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 234.
1. Open the retaining clamps by pressing
them to the sides.
2. Pull the cover straight out.
Reinstall the cover in the reverse order.
Low beam, Halogen
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1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 234).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs.3. Detach the bulb by pressing the upper sec-
tion of the retaining spring downward and
to the side.
4. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
5. Replace the bulb and reinsert it into the
headlight housing.
6. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
High beam, Halogen
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 234).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 235).3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the
bulb holder.
4. Pull the bulb holder straight out of the
headlight housing.
5. Pull the defective bulb out of the socket.
6. Press the new bulb into the socket until it
snaps into place. It can only be secured in
one position.
7. Press the bulb holder into position in the
headlight housing.
8. Reconnect the wiring connector to the bulb
holder.
9. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
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2
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 234).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 235).
3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the
bulb holder.
4. Remove the bulb holder from the headlight
housing by pulling it straight out.
5. Insert a new bulb in the holder until it snaps
in place. It can only be inserted in one way.
6. Press the bulb holder into position in the
headlight housing.7. Reconnect the wiring connector to the bulb
holder.
8. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
Turn signals
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 234).
2. Remove the bulb holder by turning it coun-
terclockwise and pulling it out of the head-
light housing.
3. Pull out the holder to access the bulb.
4. Remove the burned out bulb by pressing it
in slightly and turning it counterclockwise.5. Press the new bulb into the holder and turn
it clockwise.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight
housing and turn it clockwise.
7. Reinstall the headlight housing.
Side marker lights
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 234.
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 234).
2Models with optional Active Bending Lights only.
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2. Remove the bulb holder by turning it coun-
terclockwise and pulling it out of the head-
light housing.
3. Pull out the burned out bulb and install a
new one. It can only be inserted in one
position.
4. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight
housing and turn it clockwise.
5. Reinstall the headlight housing.
Front fog lights
Remove the fog light lens by pulling out the
upper corner that is closest to the grille.
1. Pull the lens straight out toward the center
of the car using a tool as shown in the illus-
tration.2. Unscrew the fog light housing screw and
pull out the fog light.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it
out.
4. Insert a new bulb and turn it clockwise.
5.
Reinstall the bulb holder. The TOP mark on
the bulb holder must always be upward.
6. Tighten the fog light housing screw and
reinstall the lens.
Rear fog light
The rear fog light (located on the driver's side
of the vehicle) can be reached from behind the
bumper
1. Remove the bulb holder by turning it coun-
terclockwise.2. Remove the burned out bulb by pressing it
in and turning it counterclockwise.
3. Insert a new bulb, press it in and turn it
clockwise.
4. Reinsert the bulb holder and turn it clock-
wise.
Location of taillight bulbs
Taillight lens, right side
Parking/side marker lights (LED)
Side reflector
Brake light
Backup light
Turn signal
Brake lights (LED)
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292
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 200
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 113
Accessory installation warning.................. 10
Active chassis system.............................158
Active yaw control................................... 156
Adaptive cruise control.................... 173, 175
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................24, 25
front...................................................... 20
inflatable curtain................................... 30
side impact........................................... 28
Air conditioning........................................ 129
Air distribution.......................................... 127
Air distribution table................................. 131
Air vents................................................... 127
All Wheel Drive......................................... 112
Anti-freeze.......................................206, 232Anti-lock brake system............................ 113
warning light......................................... 74
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 113
Approach lighting................................56, 93
Audio system
audio functions................................... 134
CD player/changer.............................. 144
HD digital radio................................... 138
overview.............................................. 133
radio functions.................................... 135
Sirius satellite radio............................141
sound settings.................................... 134
steering wheel keypad........................ 133
USB/iPod Ÿ connector........................ 136
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 100
Automatic locking retractor....................... 36
Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 111
general description.....................110, 111
oil........................................................ 288
shiftlock override................................ 111
Axle weight.............................................. 262
B
Battery
changing............................................. 245
maintenance...............................244, 245
remote key, replacing........................... 59
specifications...................................... 289
warning symbols................................. 244
Black box.............................................9, 226
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 194, 195, 196
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 147
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 47
Booster cushions....................................... 43
Brake lights................................................ 90
Brake system
checking fluid level............................. 232
emergency brake assistance.............. 114
fluid..................................................... 288
general information............................. 113
Hill Descent Control............................ 115
warning light......................................... 76
Bulbs
cargo area lighting.............................. 240
footwell lighting................................... 239
headlights...........................234, 235, 236
07 Index
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294
E
ECC.................................................129, 130
Economical driving.................................. 204
Electric parking brake.............................. 117
Electronic Climate Control.......128, 129, 130
air distribution table............................ 131
Interior Air Quality System.................. 130
Emergency brake lights............................. 90
Emergency locking retractor...................... 36
Emergency starting.................................. 108
Emergency towing...........................221, 222
Emission inspection readiness................ 227
Engine
overheating........................................... 76
specifications...................................... 285
starting................................................ 106
switching off....................................... 108
Engine compartment overview................229
Engine oil
checking............................................. 230
low pressure warning light.............. 75, 76
specifications...................................... 287
volumes.............................................. 288
Environment............................................... 11Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 213
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 226
Fluid specifications.................................. 288
Fog lights
front...................................................... 75
front/rear............................................... 90
rear...................................................... 238
Four C (active chassis system)................158
Front airbags.............................................. 20
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 24, 25
Front fog lights..................................... 75, 90
Front park assist.............................. 188, 190
Front seats...........................................81, 83
Fuel filler cap........................................... 210
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 210
Fuel level warning light.............................. 75
Fuel requirements............................ 208, 209
Fuel tank volume.....................................288
Fuses............................... 247, 248, 251, 253
G
Gasoline requirements............................. 209
Gas tank volume...................................... 288
Gauges...................................................... 73
Geartronic................................................ 111
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 111
Generator warning light............................. 76
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 262
Grocery bag holder.................................. 214
Gross vehicle weight...............................262
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 91
HD digital radio........................................ 138
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 89
changing bulbs...........................235, 236
high/low beams.................................... 88
high beam flash.................................... 88
Headlight washers..................................... 95
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 85
Heartbeat sensor (alarm system).........57, 58