06 Starting and driving
Starting the vehicle
06
147 To start the engine
WARNING
Before starting, check that the seat, steering
wheel and mirrors are adjusted properly.
Make sure the brake pedal can be
depressed completely. Adjust the seat if
necessary.
1. Fasten the seat belt.
2. Apply the parking brake if not already set.
The gear selector should be locked in the
Park (P) position (Shiftlock). See also page
152.
NOTE
After a cold start, idle speed may be notice-
ably higher than normal for a short period.
This is done to help bring components in the
emission control system to their normal
operating temperature as quickly as possi-
ble, which enables them to control emis-
sions and help reduce the vehicle's impact
on the environment.
3. The vehicle is equipped with an autostart
feature. Without touching the throttle
pedal, turn the key to position III and
release it. The starter motor will then oper-ate automatically (for up to ten seconds)
until the engine starts. If the engine fails to
start, repeat this step.
4. To release the gear selector from the Park
(P) position, the engine must be running (or
the ignition key must be in position II) and
the brake pedal must be depressed.
5. Select the desired gear. The gear engages
after a very slight delay, which is especially
noticeable when selecting R.
NOTE
•Immobilizer: If two of the keys to your
vehicle are close together, e.g., on the
same key ring when you try to start the
vehicle, this could cause interference in
the immobilizer system and result in the
vehicle not starting. If this should occur,
remove one of the keys from the key
ring before trying to start the vehicle
again.
•Keylock: The automatic transmission
has a keylock system. When the engine
is switched off, the gear selector must
be in the Park (P) position before the key
can be removed from the ignition
switch
1.
•When starting in cold weather, an auto-
matic transmission may shift up at
slightly higher engine speeds than nor-
mal until the automatic transmission
fluid reaches normal operating tem-
perature.
•Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not reach
some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
1The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed from the ignition switch.
06 Starting and driving
Starting the vehicle
06
148
WARNING
•Volvo's floor mats are specially manu-
factured for your car. They must be
firmly secured in the clips on the floor so
that they cannot slide and become trap-
ped under the pedals on the driver's
side.
•Always place the gear selector in Park
(P) and apply the parking brake before
leaving the vehicle. Never leave the
vehicle unattended with the engine run-
ning.
•Always open garage doors fully before
starting the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monox-
ide, which is invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.
CAUTION
Automatic transmission: The engine
should be idling when you move the gear
selector. Never accelerate until after you
feel the transmission engage! Accelerating
immediately after selecting a gear will cause
harsh engagement and premature trans-
mission wear. Selecting P or N when idling
at a standstill for prolonged periods of time
will help prevent overheating of the auto-
matic transmission fluid.
11 Specifications
Fuel, oils, and fluids
11
273 Specifications and capacities
CategorySpecificationCapacity
Fuel tankOctane rating: unleaded gasoline, minimum
octane requirement AKI 87, recommended rat-
ing AKI 91 or above.15.9 US gallons (60 liters)
Engine oil (with filter replacement)See page 274 for information on engine oil
specifications.6.1 US quarts (5.8 liters)
Automatic transmission oilJWS 33098.14 US quarts (7.7 liters)
CoolantVolvo original coolant/antifreeze (50/50 mix-
ture of water and anti-freeze)10.5 US quarts (10 liters) – models with automatic
transmission
Brake fluidDOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F (280 °C), P/N
94374330.63 US quarts (0.6 liters)
Power steering fluidWSS M2C204-A or equivalent1.3 US quarts (1.2 liters) – system and reservoir com-
bined
Washer fluid reservoirUse washer fluid solvent in cold weather con-
ditions.4.2 US qts (4 liters)
Air conditioning systemRefrigerant – R134a1.2 lbs. (530 grams)
12 Index
12
284
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt socket.......................................... 118
12-volt sockets.......................................... 63
A
A/C (air conditioning)................................. 88
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 154
Accessory installation warning.................. 15
Adaptive brake lights............................... 153
Airbags
front...................................................... 24
inflatable curtain................................... 33
side impact........................................... 31
Airbag system............................................ 24
Air conditioning.......................................... 88
Air distribution table................................... 94
Air vents..................................................... 90
Alarm system........................................... 134
turning off sensors.............................. 135
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 154
Approach lighting...................................... 81
Audio files................................................ 256Audio system
audio functions................................... 243
automatic sound control..................... 247
AUX port............................................. 243
compact disc care.............................. 257
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II............... 246
equalizer............................................. 247
HD digital radio................................... 250
menu settings..................................... 259
radio functions.................................... 248
selecting a sound source.................... 243
Sirius satellite radio............................252
sound settings.................................... 246
steering wheel keypad........................ 244
storing radio stations.......................... 248
subwoofer........................................... 246
USB/iPod Ÿ connector........................ 244
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 77
Autolock..................................................... 80
Automatic locking retractor....................... 39
Automatic sound control.........................247
Automatic transmission........................... 150
kickdown............................................ 151
oil........................................................ 273
shiftlock override................................ 152
Automatic transmission - Geartronic....... 151AUX port.................................................. 243
Axle weight......................................186, 271
B
Bass......................................................... 246
Battery
maintenance....................................... 224
remote key, replacing......................... 124
specifications...................................... 277
warning symbols................................. 224
Battery – replacing................................... 225
Black box................................................... 13
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 167
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 260
Booster cushion
accessory............................................. 46
Brake fluid........................................ 222, 273
Brake lights........................................ 65, 153
Brake system
anti-lock brakes (ABS)........................ 154
emergency brake assistance.............. 154
fluid..................................................... 222
general information............................. 153