2011 VOLVO S60 power steering

06 During your trip
Emergency towing
06

253 Towing eyelet
Location of the towing eyelet
Removing the front/rear covers
Attaching the towing eyeletThe towing eyelet is located under the floor
of the trunk. This eyelet must be screwed
into the positions provided on the right
sides of either the front or rear bumper (see
illustration).
There are two different types of covers over
the openings for the towing eyelet and they
have to be opened differently.
•If the cover has a notch, insert a coin,
etc., into the notch and pry open the
edge of the cover. Open the cover com-
pletely and remove it.
•If the cover has a mark along one edge
or in a corner, press the mark while pry-
ing out the opposite side/corner using a
coin, etc. Open the cover and remove it.
Screw the towing eyelet in place, first by hand
and then using the tire iron until it is securely in
place.
After the vehicle has been towed, the eyelet
should be removed and returned to its storage
location.
Press the cover for the attachment point back
into position.
NOTE
On certain models equipped with a trailer
hitch, the towing eyelet cannot be screwed
into the hole in the rear bumper. The towing
rope should be attached to the trailer hitch
instead. For this reason, the detachable
section of the trailer hitch should be safely
stowed in the vehicle at all times.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is being towed on a flat bed
truck, the towing eyelets must not be used
to pull the vehicle up onto the flat bed.
WARNING
•Remember that the power brakes and
power steering will not function when
engine is not running. The braking and
steering systems will function but con-
siderably higher pressure will be
required on the brake pedal and greater
steering effort must be exerted.
•The towing eyelets must not be used for
pulling the vehicle out of a ditch or for
any similar purpose involving severe
strain. Do not use the towing eyelets to
pull the vehicle up onto a flat bed tow
truck.
Precautions when the vehicle is in tow
•Attach jumper cables (see page 109) to
provide current for releasing the optional
electric parking brake and to move the gear
selector from the P position.
•The gear selector must be in position N.
•Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not
exceed the maximum allowable towing
speed.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Hood and engine compartment
08
289 Opening and closing the hood
Turn the handle located under the left side
of the dash approximately 20-25 degrees
clockwise to release the hood lock.
Lift the hood slightly. Press the release
control (located under the right front edge
of the hood) to the left, and lift the hood
WARNING
Check that the hood locks properly when
closed.
Engine compartment, overview
The appearance of the engine compartment
may vary depending on engine model.
Coolant expansion tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick
Radiator
Filler cap for engine oil
Cover over brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Relay and fuse box
Washer fluid reservoir
Air cleaner
WARNING
The cooling fan may start or continue to
operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine
has been switched off.
WARNING
The ignition should always be completely
switched off before performing any opera-
tions in the engine compartment.
The distributor ignition system operates at
very high voltages. Special safety precau-
tions must be followed to prevent injury.
Always turn the ignition off when:
•Replacing distributor ignition compo-
nents e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
•Do not touch any part of the distributor
ignition system while the engine is run-
ning. This may result in unintended
movements and body injury.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fluids
08
293
The brake fluid should always be between the
MIN and MAX marks on the inside of the res-
ervoir. Check, without removing the cap, that
there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.
Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F
(>280 °C), P/N 9437433
Replace: The fluid should be replaced accord-
ing to the intervals specified in the Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
When driving under extremely hard conditions
(mountain driving, etc), it may be necessary to
replace the fluid more often. Consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
Always entrust brake fluid changing to a
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
WARNING
•If the fluid level is below the MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a brake-related
message is shown in the information
display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car
towed to a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician and have the brake
system inspected.
•Dot 4+ should never be mixed with any
other type of brake fluid.
Filling1. Turn and open the cover.2. Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the fluid.
The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks.
Power steering fluid
Check the level frequently. The fluid does not
require changing. The fluid level must be
between the MIN and MAX marks. For capaci-
ties and recommended fluid grade, see
page 326.
WARNING
If a problem should occur in the power
steering system or if the vehicle has no elec-
trical current and must be towed, it is still
possible to steer the vehicle. However, keep
in mind that greater effort will be required to
turn the steering wheel.
CAUTION
Keep the area around the power steering
fluid reservoir clean when checking.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
08
310* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Po
sFunctionA
Power front passenger's seat*20
Folding rear seat head
restraints15
Infotainment control module5
Infotainment system, Naviga-
tion system* display10
Infotainment system15
Bluetooth hands-free system5
-
Power moonroof*
Courtesy lighting, climate sys-
tem sensor5
12-volt sockets15
Heated front passenger's
seat*15
Heated driver's seat*15
-
Po
sFunctionA
Heated rear passenger's seat
(right)*15
Heated rear passenger's seat
(left)*15
Park assist*, Volvo Navigation
System*, Park assist camera*5
All Wheel Drive* control mod-
ule5
Active chassis system*10
Positions-fuse box B
PosFunctionA
-
-
Front courtesy lighting,
power seat(s)*7.5
Instrument panel informa-
tion display5
Adaptive cruise control/
collision warning*10
PosFunctionA
Courtesy lighting, rain sen-
sor*7.5
Steering wheel module7.5
Rear cental locking and
fuel filler door10
Washers15
Windshield washer15
Trunk unlock10
-
Fuel pump20
Remote key receiver,
Alarm, Climate system5
Steering wheel lock15
Alarm, On-board diagnos-
tic system5
-
Airbag system, Occupant
weight system10

09 Specifications
Specifications 09
326
Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)5.8 US qts (5.5 liters)Transmission fluid BOT 341
Coolant3.0T9.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)Coolant with corrosion inhibitor
mixed with water (50/50 mix), see
packaging.
Air conditioningAll models1.7 lbs (770 g)Refrigerant: R134a (HFC134a),
PAG oil
Brake fluid0.63 US qts (0.6 liters)DOT 4+
Power steering1.26 US qts (1.2 liters)Power steering fluid WSS
M2C204-A2 or equivalent product.
Washer fluid6.8 US qts (6.5 liters)
4.7 US qts (4.5 liters
B)
Use a washer antifreeze recom-
mended by Volvo, mixed with
water.
Fuel tank volume18.5 US gallons (70 liters)
AUnder normal driving conditions the transmission oil does not need changing during its service life. However, it may be necessary under adverse driving conditions.BModels without headlight washers

10 Index
10
336
Loading the vehicle.......................... 247, 267
roof loads............................................ 249
Locking...................................................... 65
Locking the vehicle.................................... 56
Locks, child safety..................................... 51
Low beams................................................ 90
Low fuel level warning light........................ 77
Low oil pressure warning light................... 78
M
Main instrument panel............................. 122
Maintenance............................................ 286
hoisting the vehicle............................. 287
performed by the owner.....................287
Malfunction indicator light......................... 76
Media player (infotainment system)......... 211
Messages in the instrument panel........... 122
Mirrors
defroster............................................. 101
power door......................................... 100
rearview, auto-dim function................ 101
retractable........................................... 100
vanity.................................................. 188Moonroof................................................. 103
Motor oil
checking............................................. 290
specifications...................................... 325
volumes.............................................. 325
MY CAR................................................... 124
O
Occupant safety........................................ 18
Occupant weight sensor...................... 29, 30
Octane recommendations.......................243
Odometer, trip........................................... 80
Oil
checking............................................. 290
specifications...................................... 325
volumes.............................................. 325
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 331
Overhead courtesy lighting.................. 93, 94
Overheating, engine................................... 79
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 246
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 316
Park assist.......................................175, 177
Park Assist Camera................................. 178
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 116
warning light......................................... 78
Parking lights............................................. 92
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 57
Polishing.................................................. 314
Power front seat
memory function................................... 84
with keyless drive................................. 85
Power mirrors.......................................... 100
defroster............................................. 101
Power moonroof...................................... 103
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 293
speed-dependent............................... 140
Power steering fluid................................. 326
Power windows......................................... 98
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 22
Private locking........................................... 61