Contents
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.7
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09 Maintenance and servicing
Volvo service........................................... 202
Maintaining your vehicle.........................203
Working on your vehicle......................... 205
Engine compartment............................... 207
Engine oil................................................ 208
Fluids...................................................... 211
Wiper blades........................................... 213
Battery..................................................... 214
Replacing bulbs...................................... 217
Fuses...................................................... 224
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10 Audio
Audio system overview........................... 238
Audio system controls............................239
Radio functions....................................... 244
Sirius satellite radio................................. 249
Auxiliary equipment................................253
CD player/changer.................................. 255
Menu structure........................................ 258
Rear Seat Entertainment – Dual Screen
(RSE)*......................................................259
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11 Specifications
Label information.................................... 264
Dimensions ............................................ 266
Weights .................................................. 268
Fluids...................................................... 270
Suspension............................................. 272
Engine oil................................................ 273
Engine specifications.............................. 274
Electrical system..................................... 275
Three-way catalytic converter................. 277
Volvo programs....................................... 278
06 Starting and driving
All Wheel Drive*
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144* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
All Wheel Drive (AWD) – general
information
Your Volvo can be equipped with an electron-
ically controlled All Wheel Drive system*, which
means that power is distributed automatically
between the front and rear wheels. Under nor-
mal driving conditions, most of the engine's
power is directed to the front wheels. However,
if there is any tendency for the front wheels to
spin, an electronically controlled coupling dis-
tributes power to the wheels that have the best
traction.
Tire dimensionsVolvo recommends that you always drive on
tires of the same brand, size, construction
(radial), tread pattern, load-, speed-, traction-,
temperature-, and treadwear rating. Never
drive on mixed tires, except for brief periods
when the temporary spare tire is in use.
Always use properly inflated tires of correct
dimensions. Tire size and inflation pressures
are shown on the tire inflation pressure plac-
ards, located on the driver's side B-pillar (the
structural member at the side of the vehicle, at
the rear of the driver's door opening), or on the
inside of the fuel filler door on Canadian mod-
els.
Temporary SpareThe temporary spare tire is for temporary, low-
speed, short-distance use only. Replace it with
a full-sized tire as soon as possible. Do not
drive on the temporary spare at speeds above
50 m.p.h. (80 km/h).
NOTE
Never install snow chains on a temporary
spare.
07 Wheels and tires
Temporary spare
07
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The spare tire in your vehicle1 is called a "Tem-
porary Spare".
Recommended tire pressure (see the placard
on the B-pillar or on the fuel filler door) should
be maintained irrespective of which position on
the vehicle the temporary spare tire is used.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one
can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.
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. Do not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h).
CAUTION
The vehicle must not be driven with wheels
of different dimensions or with a spare tire
other than the one that came with the vehi-
cle. The use of different size wheels can
seriously damage your vehicle's transmis-
sion.
1Not on models equipped with the Tire sealing system.
07 Wheels and tires
Changing wheels
07
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6. Place the jack on the ground, under one of
the attachment points (see the illustration)
and crank while simultaneously guiding the
jack's attachment bracket onto the attach-
ment point (see illustration) The base of the
jack must be flat on a level, firm, non-slip-
pery surface. Before raising the vehicle,
check that the jack is still correctly posi-
tioned in the attachment.
7. Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be
changed is lifted off the ground.
8. Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and
carefully remove the wheel so as not to
damage the threads on the studs.
NOTE
To avoid excessive wear and the necessity
of rebalancing, mark and reinstall wheels in
the same location and position as before
removal. To lessen the chance of imbal-
ance, each wheel hub is equipped with a
guide stud to ensure that a removed wheel
can be reinstalled in its original position (as
when changing over to winter tires/wheels).
CAUTION
•The vehicle must not be driven with
wheels of different dimensions or with a
spare tire other than the one that came
with the vehicle. The use of different size
wheels can seriously damage your vehi-
cle's transmission.
•Correct tightening torque on wheel
bolts must be observed.
•The wheel bolts should never be
greased or lubricated.
•Extended, chromed wheel bolts must
not be used with steel rims, as they
make it impossible to fit the hub caps.
Installing the wheel1. Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel
and hub.
2. Lift the wheel and place it on the hub.
3. Install the wheel bolts and tighten hand-
tight. Using the lug wrench, tighten cross-
wise until all bolts 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).
WARNING
•The jack must correctly engage the bar
in the jack attachment. The vehicle's
weight must not rest on the jack attach-
ment. See illustration "Attaching the
jack" on the previous page.
•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 replacing a wheel. For any other
job, use stands to support the side of
the vehicle being worked on.
•Apply the parking brake and put the
gear selector in the (P)ark 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.
The jack and tools should be returned to their
storage spaces. The jack should be cranked
down fully so that it fits into the intended space.
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Label information.................................................................................. 264
Dimensions .......................................................................................... 266
Weights ................................................................................................ 268
Fluids..................................................................................................... 270
Suspension........................................................................................... 272
Engine oil............................................................................................... 273
Engine specifications............................................................................ 274
Electrical system................................................................................... 275
Three-way catalytic converter............................................................... 277
Volvo programs..................................................................................... 278
11 Specifications
Dimensions
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PositionDimensionin. (cm)
AWheelbase112.6 in. (285.7 cm)
BLength188.9 in. (479.8 cm)
CLoad length, floor, seatback down79.4 in. (201.8 cm)
DLoad length, cargo area44 in. (111.8 cm)
EHeight70.2 in. (178.4 cm)
FLoad height34.3 in. (87.2 cm)
GTrack, front64.3 in. (163.4 cm)
HTrack, rear63.9 (162.4 cm)
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Dimensions
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PositionDimensionin. (cm)
ILoad width, floor41.8 in. (106.4 cm)
JWidth74.7 in. (189.8 cm)
KWidth incl. door mirrors83.1 in. (211.2 cm)
12 Index
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Child restraint anchors......................... 43, 45
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 46
Child safety................................................ 33
Child safety locks....................................126
Climate system.......................................... 90
refrigerant............................................. 90
Clock reset button..................................... 54
Coat hanger............................................. 112
Cold weather precautions........................ 158
Compact disc care
CD care............................................... 257
Convertible seats....................................... 39
Coolant.................................................... 211
changing............................................. 206
Courtesy light........................................... 107
Cup holder
rear seat.............................................. 111
Curb weight............................................. 176
Current fuel consumption.......................... 71D
Defroster
rear window and door mirrors.............. 70
rear window and mirrors....................... 96
windshield............................................. 95
Detachable trailer hitch............................ 156
Dimensions.............................................. 266
Disabling the passenger's side front air-
bag............................................................. 25
Display, instrument panel.......................... 54
Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II)........................ 241
Door mirrors............................................... 81
defroster............................................... 70
Door mirrors, folding.................................. 60
Driving conditions, difficult......................139
Driving economically................................ 138
Driving through water..............................139
E
Economical driving.................................. 138
Electrically operated moonroof.................. 83
Electrical system...................................... 275Emission inspection readiness................ 203
Engine
specifications...................................... 274
starting................................................ 135
Engine oil................................................. 208
specifications...................................... 273
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 202
Flat tires
changing............................................. 180
repairing with tire sealing system....... 184
Fog light..................................................... 56
Fog lights
front*..................................................... 64
Folding door mirrors.................................. 60
Front airbags.................................. 21, 22, 25
Front seat
folding backrest.................................. 100
manually adjusted............................... 100
Front seats
power.................................................. 100
ventilated.............................................. 93
XC90 Executive.................................. 102