2011 VOLVO XC70 engine

07 Maintenance and specifications
Battery
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273 Warning symbols on the battery
Wear protective goggles.
Keep away from children.
Avoid smoking, open flames,
and/or sparks.
See the owner's manual.
Contains corrosive acid.
Risk of explosion
NOTE
A used battery should be disposed of in an
environmentally responsible manner. Con-
sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery to
a recycling station.
Handling
•Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and tightened.
•Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running (for example, when
replacing the battery).
•If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.
•The service life of a battery is affected by
factors such as driving conditions and cli-
mate. Extreme cold may also further
decrease the battery’s starting capacity.
•Because the battery’s starting capacity
decreases with time, it may be necessary
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven for
an extended period of time or if the vehicle
is usually only driven short distances.
Never use a quick charger to charge the bat-
tery.
WARNING
•Never expose the battery to open flame
or electric spark.
•Do not smoke near the battery.
•Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do
not allow battery fluid to contact eyes,
skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If con-
tact occurs, flush the affected area
immediately with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it
becomes discharged repeatedly.
Maintenance
•Use a screw driver to open the caps or
cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
•If necessary, add distilled water. The level
should never be above the indicator.
•The fluid level should be checked if the
battery has been recharged.
•After inspection, be sure the cap over each
battery cell or the cover is securely in
place.
•Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and properly tightened.

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•Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running, or when the key is in the
ignition. This could damage the vehicle's
electrical system.
•The battery should be disconnected from
the vehicle when a battery charger is used
directly on the battery.
•To help keep the battery in good condition,
the vehicle should be driven for at least 15
minutes a week or connected to a charger
with an automatic charging function.
•If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.
Keeping the battery fully charged helps
prolong its service life.
•The service life of a battery is affected by
factors such as driving conditions and cli-
mate. Extreme cold may also further
decrease the battery’s starting capacity.
•Because the battery’s starting capacity
decreases with time, it may be necessary
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven for
an extended period of time or if the vehicle
is usually only driven short distances.
•
CAUTION
•Always use distilled or deionized water
(battery water).
•Never fill above the level mark in the cell.
Changing
WARNING
Connect and disconnect the positive and
negative cables in the correct sequence.
RemovalSwitch off the ignition and wait at least
5 minutes before disconnecting the battery so

07 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
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Replacing fuses
There are relay/fuse boxes located in the
engine compartment, the passenger compart-
ment, and the cargo area.
If an electrical component fails to function, this
may be due to a blown fuse. The easiest way
to see if a fuse is blown is to remove it.
To do so:
1. Pull the fuse straight out. If a fuse is difficult
to remove, a special fuse removal tool is
located on the inside of the engine com-
partment fuse box cover.
2. From the side, examine the curved metal
wire in the fuse to see if it is intact.
If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the
same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical
system inspected by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.
WARNING
Never use metal objects or fuses with higher
amperage than those stated on the follow-
ing pages. Doing so could seriously damage
or overload the vehicle's electrical system.
Location of the fuse boxes
Under the glove compartment
Under the glove compartment
Cargo area
Engine compartment

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Fuses
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277 Engine compartment

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Fuses
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278* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Engine compartment, upper
Engine compartment, front
Engine compartment, lower
PositionsThese fuses are all located in the engine com-
partment box. Fuses in
are located under
.
NOTE
•Fuses 16 – 33 and 35 – 41 may be
changed at any time when necessary.
•Fuses 1 – 15, 34 and 42 – 44 are relays/
circuit breakers and should only be
removed or replaced by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.
•There is a special fuse removal tool on
the underside of the cover.
FunctionA
Circuit breaker50
Circuit breaker50
Circuit breaker60
Circuit breaker60
FunctionA
Circuit breaker60
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–
Headlight washers*20
Windshield wipers30
–
Climate system blower40
–
ABS pump40
ABS valves20
–
Active Bending Lights-head-
light leveling*10
Central electrical module20
ABS 15 feed5
Speed-dependent steering
force*5
FunctionA
Engine Control Module (ECM),
transmission, SRS10
Heated washer nozzles*10
Vacuum pump I5T5
Lighting panel5
-
-
-
Relay - engine compartment
box5
Auxiliary lights*20
Horn15
Engine Control Module (ECM)10
Automatic transmission con-
trol module15
A/C compressor15
Coils5

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FunctionA
Starter motor relay30
Ignition coils20
Engine Control Module (ECM),
throttle10
Injection system, Mass air
meter (ECM)15
Engine valves10
EVAP/heated oxygen sensor/
Injection15
-
Fuel leakage detection5
–
Cooling fan80
Electro-hydraulic power steer-
ing10
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Vehicle care
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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
Automatic car wash
•We do NOT recommend washing your car
in an automatic wash during the first few
months (because the paint will not have
hardened sufficiently).
•An automatic wash is a simple and quick
way to clean your car, but it is worth
remembering that it may not be as thor-
ough as when you yourself go over the car
with sponge and water. Keeping the under-
body clean is most important, especially in
the winter. Some automatic washers do
not have facilities for washing the under-
body.
CAUTION
•Before driving into an automatic car
wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to
avoid damaging the windshield wipers.
•Make sure that side view mirrors, auxil-
iary lamps, etc, are secure, and that any
antenna(s) are retracted or removed.
Otherwise there is risk of the machine
dislodging them.
•Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-
plated wheels using the same deter-
gents used for the body of the vehicle.
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can
permanently stain chrome-plated
wheels.
WARNING
•When the vehicle is driven immediately
after being washed, apply the brakes,
including the parking brake, several
times in order to remove any moisture
from the brake linings.
•Engine cleaning agents should not be
used when the engine is warm. This
constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lightingCondensation may form temporarily on the
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as
headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This is nor-mal and the lights are designed to withstand
moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi-
pate after the lights have been on for a short
time.
Polishing and waxing
•Normally, polishing is not required during
the first year after delivery, however, wax-
ing may be beneficial.
•Before applying polish or wax the vehicle
must be washed and dried. Tar spots can
be removed with kerosene or tar remover.
Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing
compound.
•After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
•Several commercially available products
contain both polish and wax.
•Waxing alone does not substitute for pol-
ishing a dull surface.
•A wide range of polymer-based waxes can
be purchased today. These waxes are easy
to use and produce a long-lasting, high-
gloss finish that protects the bodywork
against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
•Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct
sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should
not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C).

08 Specifications
Specifications
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CategoryUSACanada
Max. trailer weightsWithout brakes: 1650 lbs
With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 2,000 lbs
With brakes, 2” ball: 3,300 lbsWithout brakes: 750 kg
With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 900 kg
With brakes, 2” ball: 1500 kg
Max. tongue weight165 lbs75 kg
AFront Wheel DriveBAll Wheel Drive
Engine specifications
Specification/Model3.2 6-cyl.3.2 6-cyl.3.0TA
Engine designationB6324S5B6324S4B6304T2
Output (kW/rps)179/107171/108224/93
Output (hp/rpm)240/6400230/6500300/5600
Torque (Nm/rps)320/53300/55440/35 – 70
Torque (ft. lbs./rpm)236/3200221/3300325/2100 – 4200
No. of cylinders666
Bore (in/mm)3.3/843.3/843.23/82
Stroke (in/mm)3.78/963.78/963.67/93.2