07 Wheels and tires
Tire Sealing System*
07
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.195
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 tables for 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.
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 posi-
tion 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.
08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the car
08
204* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Washing the car
The following points should be kept in mind
when washing and cleaning the car:
•The car should be washed at regular inter-
vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots
adhere to the paint and may cause dam-
age. To help prevent corrosion, it is partic-
ularly important to wash the car frequently
in the wintertime when salt has been used
on the roads.
•Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight.
Doing so may cause detergents and wax
to dry out and become abrasive. To avoid
scratching, use lukewarm water to soften
the dirt before you wash with a soft
sponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
•Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork
as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish
may be permanently damaged.
•A detergent can be used to facilitate the
softening of dirt and oil.
•Dry the car with a clean chamois and
remember to clean the drain holes in the
doors and rocker panels.
•Tar spots can be removed with tar remover
after the car has been washed.
•A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy
water can be used to clean the wiper
blades. Frequent cleaning of the wind-
shield and wiper blades improves visibilityconsiderably and also helps prolong the
service life of the wiper blades.
•Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel
housings, fenders, etc).
•In areas of high industrial fallout, more fre-
quent washing is recommended.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove
dirt from the drain holes in the doors and
sills.
Exterior componentsVolvo recommends the use of special cleaning
products, available at your Volvo retailer, for
cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental
components such as chromed strips on the
exterior of your vehicle. The instructions for
using these products should be followed care-
fully. Solvents or stain removers should not be
used.
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
CAUTION
•During high pressure washing, the
spray mouthpiece must never be closer
to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
•Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can
reduce lighting capacity considerably.
Clean the headlights regularly, for
example when refueling.
Special moonroof cautions:
•Always close the moonroof* and sun
shade before washing your vehicle.
•Never use wax on the rubber seals
around the moonroof.
•Never use abrasive cleaning agents on
the moonroof.
•
09 Maintenance and servicing
Fuses09
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.237
60.Heated driver's seat*15A
61.Heated passenger's seat*15A
62.Moonroof*20A
63.Not in use
64.Sirius satellite radio*5A
65.Audio system5A
66.Audio system control mod-
ule (ICM), climate system10A
67.Not in use
68.Cruise control5A
69.Climate system, rain sen-
sor*, BLIS button*5A
70.Not in use
71.Not in use
72.Not in use
73.Moonroof, front ceiling
lighting, auto-dim mirror*,
seat belt reminder5A
74.Fuel pump relay15A
75.Not in use
76.Not in use
77.Not in use
78.Not in use
79.Back-up lights5A
80.Not in use
81.Not in use20A
82.Power window – front pas-
senger's side door25A
83.Power window and door
lock – front driver's side
door25A
84.Power passenger's seat25A
85.Power driver's seat25A
86.Interior lighting relay, cargo
area light, power seats5A
12 Index
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283
Bulbs
headlights........................................... 224
list of................................................... 275
Bulbs, replacing....................................... 224
C
Capacities, fluids..................................... 270
Capacity weight............................... 184, 269
Cargo area
steel grid............................................. 118
Cargo area cover.............................118, 119
Cargo area net......................................... 120
Catalytic converter, three-way................. 277
CD player................................................. 254
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 258
Central locking system - remote key....... 124
Chains...................................................... 186
Changing a wheel.................................... 197
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 49
Child restraint systems.............................. 40
booster cushions.................................. 46ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 47
top tether anchors................................ 48
Child safety................................................ 38
booster cushions.................................. 46
child restraint systems.......................... 40
Climate system
air distribution..................................... 101
air vents................................................ 94
Electronic Climate Control.................... 98
manual climate control......................... 95
passenger compartment filter.............. 92
refrigerant.....................................92, 270
Climate system, general information......... 92
Clock
setting................................................... 83
Cold weather precautions........................ 141
Compact disc care..................................255
Compass in rearview mirror....................... 78
Conserving electrical current................... 142
Coolant.................................................... 270
changing............................................. 219
checking level of................................. 219
Courtesy lighting...................................... 112
Crash mode............................................... 37
Cruise control............................................ 71Cup holders.....................................113, 115
Curb weight.....................................184, 269
D
Detachable key blade.............................. 126
Dimensions.............................................. 268
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag............................................................. 28
Display.......................................................61
Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II)........................ 244
Door mirrors............................................... 79
Driver distraction warning.......................... 15
Driving economically................................ 140
Driving through water..............................141
DSTC, stability system............................ 159
E
Economical driving.................................. 140
Electrical current – conserving................ 142
Electrically operated moonroof.................. 81
Electrical system...................................... 275
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284
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD)........................................................ 156
Electronic Climate Control......................... 93
air distribution table............................ 101
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)............... 98
Emergency brake..................................... 158
Emergency locking retractor...................... 39
Emergency starting.................................. 164
Emergency towing................................... 161
Emission inspection readiness................ 213
Engine
specifications...................................... 273
starting................................................ 148
starting with keyless drive.................. 150
Engine compartment overview................216
Engine oil................................................. 217
changing............................................. 217
checking............................................. 217
specifications...................................... 272
volumes.............................................. 270
Environment............................................... 14
Equalizer, audio system........................... 244
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 118F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 212
Flat tires
changing..................................... 189, 197
repairing with tire sealing system....... 191
Fluids and oils.......................................... 270
FM1/FM2 menu....................................... 246
Fog lights
front...................................................... 65
rear........................................................ 65
Front airbags.............................................. 24
disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 28
Front fog lights........................................... 65
Front seats............................................... 104
accessing the rear seat...................... 104
adjusting the head restraints.............. 110
manually operated.............................. 104
power.................................................. 108
Fuel filler door
unlocking.............................................. 66
Fuel gauge................................................. 54
Fuel requirements.................................... 144
Fuel tank volume.....................................270
Fuses, replacing......................................231
G
Gasoline requirements............................. 144
Geartronic................................................ 153
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 183
Glove compartment................................. 114
locking................................................ 133
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)............184, 269
H
Hand brake (parking brake)..................... 158
Hazard warning flashers............................ 76
HD digital radio........................................ 248
Headlights.................................................. 64
Active Bending Lights........................... 64
changing bulbs................................... 224
high and low beams............................. 67
high beam flash.................................... 67
Headlight washers..................................... 73
Head restraints, rear seat........................116
High beam flash......................................... 67
High beams................................................ 67
Hoisting the vehicle.................................213
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287
Replacing fuses....................................... 231
Reporting safety defects
Canada................................................. 19
USA....................................................... 18
Roof loads............................................... 165
S
Safety, occupant........................................ 18
Safety defects, reporting
Canada................................................. 19
USA....................................................... 18
Seat belt
reminder................................................ 22
Seat belts................................................... 20
Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor.................................... 39
buckling................................................ 20
guides...................................................21
maintenance......................................... 22
pretensioners........................................ 20
unbuckling............................................ 20
use during pregnancy........................... 21
Seats, front.............................................. 104Shiftlock
override............................................... 154
Side door mirrors....................................... 79
Side impact airbags................................... 31
Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags....... 31
Sirius satellite radio.................................. 250
Snow chains............................................ 186
Snow tires................................................ 186
Sound control, automatic........................245
Sound settings, audio system................. 244
Spare tire.........................................187, 189
Stability system....................................... 159
Dynamic Stability Traction Control
(DSTC)................................................ 159
Starting the engine..................................148
with keyless drive...............................150
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)..............124, 148
STC, stability system............................... 159
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 76
keypad................................................ 242
Storage compartments............................ 113
Studded tires........................................... 186
Sunroof (moonroof).................................... 81Supplemental restraint system.................. 23
Symbols, overview................................... 278
T
Tachometer................................................ 54
Tailgate wipers......................................... 221
Temporary spare tire.......................187, 189
Three-way catalytic converter................. 277
Tire inflation............................................. 177
Tire inflation pressure
Canadian models................................ 180
US models.......................................... 179
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 199
Tires.........................................................174
age...................................................... 174
changing..................................... 189, 197
changing from summer to winter........ 175
designations....................................... 181
glossary of terms................................ 183
improving economy............................ 174
inflation............................................... 177
inflation pressure, checking................ 177
inflation pressure table, Canadian mod-
els....................................................... 180