2011 VOLVO XC70 power steering

05 During your trip
Emergency towing
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Towing eyelet
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Location of the towing eyelet
Attaching the towing eyelet
Attaching the towing eyeletThe towing eyelet is located under the floor
of the cargo area, with the spare tire. 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.

07 Maintenance and specifications
Hood and engine compartment
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259 Opening and closing the hood
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Pull the lever located under the left side of
the dash 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
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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.

07 Maintenance and specifications
Fluids
07
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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 299.
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.

07 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.281
Po
sFunctionA
Power front passenger's seat*20
Folding rear seat head
restraints*15
-
Audio system, Navigation sys-
tem display*10
Audio 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
Tailgate wiper15
-
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
Tailgate unlock10
Tailgate lock10
Fuel pump20
Remote key receiver,
Alarm, Climate system5
Steering wheel lock15
Alarm, On-board diagnos-
tic system5
-
Airbag system, Occupant
weight system10

08 Specifications
Specifications
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299 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.

09 Index
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310
Locks, child safety..................................... 51
Low beams................................................ 88
Low fuel level warning light........................ 75
Low oil pressure warning light................... 76
M
Main instrument panel............................. 126
Maintenance............................................ 256
hoisting the vehicle............................. 257
performed by the owner.....................257
Malfunction indicator light......................... 74
Menu system........................................... 124
overview.............................................. 124
Messages in the instrument panel........... 126
Mirrors
defroster............................................. 100
power door........................................... 99
rearview, auto-dim function................ 100
retractable............................................. 99
vanity.................................................. 198
Moonroof................................................. 102Motor oil
checking............................................. 260
specifications...................................... 298
volumes.............................................. 299
N
Net in cargo area..................................... 217
O
Occupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor...................... 26, 27
Octane recommendations.......................207
Odometer, trip........................................... 78
Oil
checking............................................. 260
specifications...................................... 298
volumes.............................................. 299
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 304
Overhead courtesy lighting.................. 91, 92
Overheating, engine................................... 77
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 210
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 287
Park assist.......................................185, 187
Park Assist Camera................................. 189
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 116
warning light......................................... 76
Parking lights............................................. 89
changing bulbs................................... 267
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 57
Polishing.................................................. 285
Power front seat
memory function................................... 82
with keyless drive................................. 83
Power mirrors............................................ 99
defroster............................................. 100
Power moonroof...................................... 102
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 263
speed-dependent............................... 159
Power steering fluid................................. 299
Power tailgate.......................................... 211

09 Index
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312
Sirius satellite radio.................................. 143
Snow chains............................................ 239
Snow tires................................................ 239
Sound settings, audio system................. 136
Spare tire................................................. 240
Speed-dependent steering...................... 159
Spin control............................................. 157
SRS............................................................ 21
Stability system...............................157, 158
indicator light........................................ 75
Starting the engine..................................107
with keyless drive...............................107
Starting the vehicle
after a crash (crash mode)....................35
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)........................ 55
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 216
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 87
horn....................................................... 87
keypad.................................. 87, 124, 135
Stone chips, touching up......................... 287
Storage spaces........................................ 196
Studded tires........................................... 239
Sunroof (moonroof).................................. 102Supplemental restraint system.................. 21
warning light......................................... 76
Symbols, overview................................... 301
T
Tailgate
driving with it open.............................202
locking/unlocking.................................. 66
power operated.................................. 211
wiper/washer........................................ 95
Tailgate wipers......................................... 272
Taillights, changing bulbs........................ 268
Temporary spare tire............................... 240
Three-way catalytic converter................. 209
Tire designations.....................................233
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....250, 251
indicator light........................................ 75
Tires.........................................................226
age...................................................... 226
changing from summer to winter........ 227
glossary of terms................................ 235
improving economy............................ 226
inflation pressure................................ 229
inflation pressure tables.............231, 232load ratings......................................... 230
rotation............................................... 227
snow...................................................239
spare................................................... 240
specifications...................................... 230
speed ratings...................................... 230
storing................................................. 227
studded............................................... 239
tire pressure monitoring system......... 250
tread wear indicator............................ 228
uniform tire quality grading................. 238
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 46
Touching up paint.................................... 287
Towing a trailer................................220, 221
trailer hitch.......................................... 221
Towing the vehicle........................... 222, 223
Traction control........................................ 157
Trailer towing...................................220, 221
trailer hitch.......................................... 221
Transmission
general description.....................111, 112
oil........................................................ 299
shiftlock override................................ 112
Tread wear indicator................................ 228
Trip computer.......................................... 155