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FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
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 volume3.0T/3.2 6 cyl.18.5 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
Electrical system
General information12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alter-
nator. Single pole system in which the chassis
and engine block are used as conductors. The
negative terminal is connected to the chassis.
Performance, battery
Engine3.2 6-cyl./3.0T
Voltage (V)12
Cold start capacity (A)520 – 700
Reserve capacity (min)100 – 135
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION
If the battery is replaced, replace it with a
battery of the same cold start capacity and
reserve capacity as the original (see the
decal on the battery).
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298* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Introduction
The symbols in the vehicle's various displays
are divided into three main categories:
•Warning symbols
•Indicator symbols
•Information symbols
The following tables list the most common
symbols, their meaning and the pages in this
manual that provide more detailed information.
Warning symbol
The red warning symbol lights up to
indicate a problem related to safety and/or
drivability. A message will also appear in the
main instruments panel's display.
Information symbol
The information symbol lights up and a
text message is displayed to provide the driver
with necessary information about one of the
vehicle's systems.
Symbols in the main instrument panel
Warning symbols
SymbolDescriptionPag
e
Low oil pressure74
A
Parking brake74
SRS airbags74
Seat belt reminder75
Generator not charg-
ing75
A
Fault in the brake
system75
Warning symbol75
ACanadian models
Indicator symbols
SymbolDescriptionPag
e
Fault in the Active
Bending Light
(ABL)*system73
A
Malfunction indicator
light73
A
Anti-lock brake sys-
tem (ABS)73
Rear fog light on73
Stability system
(DSTC)73
Tire pressure monitor-
ing sensor (TPMS)73
Low fuel level73
Information symbol,
see text in information
display73
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SymbolDescriptionPag
e
High beam indicator72
Left turn signal indica-
tor72
Right turn signal indi-
cator72
ACanadian models
Other information symbols
SymbolDescriptionPa
ge
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *163,
168
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *163,
168
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *, Distance Alert*163,
168,
170
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *, Distance Alert*163,
168,
170
SymbolDescriptionPa
ge
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *163,
168
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *, Distance Alert*163,
168,
170
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *, Distance Alert*163,
168,
170
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol*163,
168
Radar sensor*165
Camera*176
SymbolDescriptionPa
ge
Collision Warning with
Auto-brake*,177
Driver Alert System*179
Active Bending Lights
(ABL)*90
Fuel filler door (arrow
indicates it is on right
side of vehicle)72
Rain sensor*95
Driver Alert System*180
Driver Alert System*,
Lane Departure Warn-
ing*182
Driver Alert System*,
Lane Departure Warn-
ing*182
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300* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Information symbols in the center
console display
SymbolDescriptionPa
ge
Audio files146
CD folder146
Bluetooth-connected
cell phone149
BluetoothTM hands-
free149
HD radio139
Park Assist*184
Information symbols in the ceiling
console
SymbolDescriptionP
a
g
e
Seat belt reminder19
Occupant Weight Sen-
sor26
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Volvo programs
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301 Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance
Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON
CALL roadside assistance. Additional informa-
tion, features, and benefits are described in a
separate information package in your glove
compartment.
If you require assistance, dial:
In the U.S. 1-800-638-6586 (1-800-63-
VOLVO)
In Canada 1-800-263-0475
Technician certification
In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo sup-
ports certification by the National Institute for
Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.). Certi-
fied technicians have demonstrated a high
degree of competence in specific areas.
Besides passing exams, each technician must
also have worked in the field for two or more
years before a certificate is issued. These pro-
fessional technicians are best able to analyze
vehicle problems and perform the necessary
maintenance procedures to keep your Volvo at
peak operating condition.
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1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 198
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 116
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................158
Active yaw control................................... 156
Adaptive brake lights............................... 115
Adaptive cruise control.................... 161, 163
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 130
Air distribution.......................................... 127
Air distribution table................................. 132
Air vents................................................... 128
All Wheel Drive......................................... 114
Anti-freeze.......................................206, 258Anti-lock brake system............................ 115
warning light......................................... 72
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 116
Approach lighting................................54, 93
Audio system
audio functions................................... 135
CD player/changer.............................. 145
HD digital radio................................... 139
overview.............................................. 134
radio functions.................................... 136
Sirius satellite radio............................142
sound settings.................................... 135
steering wheel keypad........................ 134
USB/iPod Ÿ connector........................ 137
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 101
Automatic locking retractor....................... 37
Automatic transmission
Geartronic................................... 112, 113
general description.....................112, 113
oil........................................................ 296
shiftlock override................................ 113
Axle weight.............................................. 232
B
Battery
changing............................................. 270
maintenance...............................269, 270
remote key, replacing........................... 57
specifications...................................... 297
warning symbols................................. 269
Black box................................................... 11
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 192, 193, 194
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 148
Booster cushions....................................... 44
Brake lights.............................................. 115
Brake system
checking fluid level............................. 258
emergency brake assistance.............. 116
fluid..................................................... 296
general information............................. 115
warning light......................................... 74
Bulbs
headlights...........................260, 261, 262
introduction......................................... 260
license plate lights.............................. 264
side marker lights...............................263
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specifications...................................... 265
trunk lighting....................................... 265
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 188
Capacity weight....................................... 232
Catalytic converter................................... 211
CD player/changer................................... 145
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 148
Central locking system, introduction......... 52
Chains...................................................... 235
Check engine light..................................... 72
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 47
Child restraint systems.............................. 38
booster cushions.................................. 44
convertible seats.................................. 42
infant seats........................................... 40
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 45
top tether anchors................................ 46
Child safety.......................................... 36, 37
booster cushions.................................. 44
child restraint systems.......................... 38convertible seats.................................. 42
infant seats........................................... 40
Child safety locks...................................... 48
Climate system........................................ 131
air distribution............................. 127, 132
air vents.............................................. 128
Interior Air Quality System.................. 127
introduction......................................... 126
passenger compartment filter............ 127
refrigerant........................................... 126
Clock
analogue............................................... 76
Clock, setting............................................. 76
Cold weather driving................................ 206
Collision warning system......................... 173
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 102
Conserving electrical current................... 205
Convertible seats....................................... 42
Coolant............................................258, 296
Cooling system, general information....... 205
Courtesy lighting.................................. 92, 93
Crash mode............................................... 35
Cruise control..................................159, 160
adaptive.............................................. 161Curb weight............................................. 232
Current, conserving................................. 205
D
Defroster.................................................. 131
Detachable key blade..........................56, 59
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 26, 27
Dome lighting....................................... 92, 93
Door mirrors............................................. 100
Driver alert............................................... 179
Driver distraction warning.......................... 13
Driving economically................................ 204
Driving in cold weather............................ 206
Driving through water..............................205
E
ECC.........................................129, 130, 131
Economical driving.................................. 204
Electric parking brake.............................. 117
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Electronic Climate Control.......128, 130, 131
air distribution table............................ 132
Interior Air Quality System.................. 131
ventilated seats................................... 129
Emergency locking retractor...................... 37
Emergency starting.................................. 110
Emergency towing...........................218, 219
Emission inspection readiness................ 253
Engine
overheating........................................... 75
specifications...................................... 293
starting................................................ 108
switching off....................................... 110
Engine compartment overview................255
Engine oil
checking............................................. 256
low pressure warning light.............. 73, 74
specifications...................................... 295
volumes.............................................. 296
Environment............................................... 12
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 213F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 252
Fluid specifications.................................. 296
Fog lights
front/rear............................................... 91
Four C (active chassis system)................158
Front airbags.............................................. 22
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 26, 27
Front fog lights........................................... 91
Front park assist.............................. 184, 186
Front seats..................................... 80, 82, 86
heated................................................. 129
lumbar support (S80 Executive only).... 86
massage function (S80 Executive only) 86
moving passenger's seat (S80 Execu-
tive only)................................................ 87
Fuel filler cap........................................... 211
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 210
Fuel level warning light.............................. 73
Fuel requirements............................ 208, 209
Fuel tank volume.....................................296
Fuses............................... 272, 273, 276, 280
G
Gasoline requirements............................. 209
Gas tank volume...................................... 296
Gauges...................................................... 71
Geartronic................................................ 113
Geartronic automatic transmission.. 112, 113
Generator warning light............................. 74
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 231
Grocery bag holder.................................. 214
Gross vehicle weight...............................232
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 91
HD digital radio........................................ 139
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 90
changing bulbs...........................261, 262
high/low beams.................................... 89
high beam flash.................................... 89
Headlight washers..................................... 96
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 83
Heated front seats................................... 129