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06 Starting and driving
Starting the vehicle
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NOTE
•Immobilizer: If two of the keys to your
vehicle are close together, e.g., on the
same key ring when you try to start the
vehicle, this could cause interference in
the immobilizer system and result in the
vehicle not starting. If this should occur,
remove one of the keys from the key
ring before trying to start the vehicle
again.
•Keylock: Models equipped an auto-
matic transmission have a keylock sys-
tem. When the engine is switched off,
the gear selector must be in the Park
(P) position before the key can be
removed from the ignition switch
1.
•When starting in cold weather, an 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.
WARNING
•Always place the gear selector in Park
(P) (manual transmission: first or reverse
gear) and apply the parking brake
before leaving the vehicle.and apply the
parking brake before leaving the vehi-
cle. Never leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running.
•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.
CAUTION
Automatic transmission: The engine
should be idling when you move the gear
selector. Never accelerate until after you
feel the transmission engage! Accelerating
immediately after selecting a gear will cause
harsh engagement and premature trans-
mission wear. Selecting P or N when idling
at a standstill for prolonged periods of time
will help prevent overheating of the auto-
matic transmission fluid.
1The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed from the ignition switch.
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11 Specifications
Fuel, oils, and fluids
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277 Specifications and capacities
CategorySpecificationCapacity
Fuel tankOctane rating: unleaded gasoline, minimum
octane requirement AKI 87, recommended rat-
ing AKI 91 or above.15.9 US gallons (60 liters)
Engine oil (with filter replacement)See page 279 for information on engine oil
specifications.6.1 US quarts (5.8 liters)
Automatic transmission oilJWS 33098.14 US quarts (7.7 liters)
Manual transmission oilBOT 350 M36-speed: 2.0 US quarts (1.9 liters)
CoolantVolvo original coolant/antifreeze (50/50 mix-
ture of water and anti-freeze)10.5 US quarts (10 liters) – models with automatic
transmission
10 US quarts (9.5 liters) – models with manual trans-
mission
Brake fluidDOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F (280 °C), P/N
94374330.63 US quarts (0.6 liters)
Power steering fluidWSS M2C204-A or equivalent1.3 US quarts (1.2 liters) – system and reservoir com-
bined
Washer fluid reservoirUse washer fluid solvent in cold weather con-
ditions.4.2 US qts (4 liters)
Air conditioning systemRefrigerant – R134a1.2 lbs. (530 grams)
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12 Index
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288
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets.......................................... 63
A
A/C (air conditioning)................................. 92
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 159
Accessory installation warning.................. 15
Adaptive brake lights............................... 158
Airbags
front...................................................... 24
inflatable curtain................................... 33
side impact........................................... 31
Airbag system............................................ 24
Air conditioning.......................................... 92
Air distribution table................................. 102
Air vents..................................................... 94
Alarm system........................................... 137
turning off sensors.............................. 138
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 159
Approach lighting...................................... 84
Audio files................................................ 260Audio system
audio functions................................... 247
automatic sound control..................... 251
AUX port............................................. 248
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 249
compact disc care.............................. 261
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II............... 250
equalizer............................................. 251
HD digital radio................................... 254
menu settings..................................... 263
radio functions.................................... 252
selecting a sound source.................... 247
Sirius satellite radio............................256
sound settings.................................... 250
steering wheel keypad........................ 247
storing radio stations.......................... 252
USB/iPod Ÿ connector........................ 248
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 78
Autolock..................................................... 83
Automatic locking retractor....................... 39
Automatic sound control.........................251
Automatic transmission........................... 155
kickdown............................................ 156
oil........................................................ 277
shiftlock override................................ 157
Automatic transmission - Geartronic....... 156AUX port.................................................. 248
Axle weight......................................187, 275
B
Backrest, rear seat, folding...................... 118
Bass......................................................... 250
Battery
maintenance....................................... 226
remote key, replacing......................... 128
specifications...................................... 282
warning symbols................................. 226
Battery – replacing................................... 227
Black box................................................... 13
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 169
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 264
Booster cushion
accessory............................................. 46
Brake fluid........................................ 224, 277
Brake lights........................................ 66, 158
Brake system
anti-lock brakes (ABS)........................ 159
Brake pad inspection.......................... 158
emergency brake assistance.............. 160