03 Your driving environment
Starting the engine
03
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WARNING
•Always remove the remote key from the
ignition slot when leaving the vehicle,
especially if there are children in the
vehicle.
•Never remove the remote key from the
ignition slot while driving or when the
vehicle is being towed. The steering
lock could otherwise be activated, mak-
ing it impossible to steer the vehicle. On
vehicles with the optional keyless drive,
never remove the remote key from the
vehicle while driving or during towing.
•Always place the gear selector in Park
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.
NOTE
•After a cold start, idle speed may be
noticeably higher than normal for a
short period. This is done to help bring
components in the emission control
system to their normal operating tem-
perature as quickly as possible, which
enables them to control emissions and
help reduce the vehicle's impact on the
environment
3.
•Keylock: Your vehicle is equipped with
a keylock system. When the engine is
switched off, the gear selector must be
in the Park position before the key can
be removed
4 from the ignition slot.
CAUTION
•When starting in cold weather, the 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.
•The engine should be idling when you
move the gear selector. Never acceler-
ate until after you feel the transmission
engage. Accelerating immediately after
selecting a gear will cause harsh
engagement and premature transmis-
sion wear.
•Selecting P or N when idling at a stand-
still for prolonged periods of time will
help prevent overheating of the auto-
matic transmission fluid.
3If the gear selector is in the D or R positions and the car is not moving, engine speed (rpm) will be lower and it will take longer for the engine to reach normal operating temperature.4Does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive.
05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
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Before a long distance tripIt is always worthwhile to have your vehicle
checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician before driving long distances.
Your retailer will also be able to supply you with
bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:
•Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.
•Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage
•Have the transmission oil level checked.
•Check condition of drive belts.
•Check state of the battery's charge.
•Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as
well), and replace those that are worn.
Check tire pressures.
•The brakes, front wheel alignment, and
steering gear should be checked by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian only.
•Check all lights, including high beams.
•Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.
•Have a word with a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician if you intend to
drive in countries where it may be difficult
to obtain the correct fuel.
•Consider your destination. If you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice
are likely to occur, consider snow tires.
Cold weather precautionsIf you wish to check your vehicle before the
approach of cold weather, the following advice
is worth noting:
•Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture
will reduce freeze protection. This gives
protection against freezing down to
–31 °F (–35 °C). The use of "recycled" anti-
freeze is not approved by Volvo. Different
types of antifreeze must not be mixed.
•Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
•Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – this
helps prevent the formation of condensa-
tion in the tank. In addition, in extremely
cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to
add fuel line de-icer before refueling.
•The viscosity of the engine oil is important.
Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves
cold-weather starting as well as decreas-
ing fuel consumption while the engine is
warming up. For winter use, 5W-30 oil, par-
ticularly the synthetic type, is recom-
mended. Be sure to use good quality oil but
do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving
or in warm weather, see page 295 for more
information on engine oil.
NOTE
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance inter-
vals except at owner request and at addi-
tional charge.
•The load placed on the battery is greater
during the winter since the windshield wip-
ers, lighting, etc. are used more often.
Moreover, the capacity of the battery
decreases as the temperature drops. In
very cold weather, a poorly charged bat-
tery can freeze and be damaged. It is there-
fore advisable to check the state of charge
more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil
on the battery posts.
•Volvo recommends the use of snow tires
on all four wheels for winter driving, see
page 235.
•To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from
freezing, add washer solvents containing
antifreeze. This is important since dirt is
often splashed on the windshield during
winter driving, requiring the frequent use of
the washers and wipers. Volvo Washer
Solvent should be diluted as follows: Down
to 14 °F (–10 °C): 1 part washer solvent and
4 parts water Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part
washer solvent and 3 parts water Down to
0 °F (–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and
08 Specifications
Specifications
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Oil volume
Engine modelOil volume between MIN and
MAXVolume (incl. filter)
3.2 (6-cyl.)B6324S/S21.27 US qts (1.2 liters)7.18 US qts (6.8 liters)
3.0T (6 cyl.)B6304T21.27 US qts (1.2 liters)7.18 US qts (6.8 liters)
Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)5.8 US qts (5.5 liters)Transmission fluid BOT 341
Coolant3.2 (6-cyl.)9.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)Coolant with corrosion inhibitor
mixed with water (50/50 mix), see
packaging.
3.0T9.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)
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.
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Specifications
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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).
09 Index
09
302
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
09 Index
09
304
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