2012 VOLVO S60 weight

07 Wheels and tires
Vehicle loading
07

279 Loads
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maxi-
mum return of vehicle design performance.
Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself
with the following terms for determining your
vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a
trailer, from the vehicle's Federal/Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/
CMVSS) label, and the vehicle's tire informa-
tion placard:
Curb weightThe weight of the vehicle including a full tank
of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not
include passengers, cargo, or optional equip-
ment.
Capacity weightAll weight added to the curb weight, including
cargo and optional equipment. When towing,
trailer hitch tongue load is also part of cargo
weight.
NOTE
For trailer towing information, please refer to
the section "Towing a trailer" on page 262.
Permissible axle weightThe maximum allowable weight that can be
carried by a single axle (front or rear). These
numbers are shown on the Federal/Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/
CMVSS) label. The total load on each axle must
never exceed its maximum permissible weight.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passen-
gers.
NOTE
•The location of the various labels in your
vehicle can be found on page 334.
•A table listing important weight limits for
your vehicle can be found on page
337.
Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit
1. Locate the statement "the combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX pounds" on your vehi-
cle's placard.2. Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX kilograms or
XXX pounds.
4. The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load
capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 – 750
(5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual1 to determine
how this reduces the available cargo and
luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
1See page 262.

07 Wheels and tires
Vehicle loading
07
280
WARNING
•Exceeding the permissible axle weight,
gross vehicle weight, or any other
weight rating limits can cause tire over-
heating resulting in permanent defor-
mation or catastrophic failure.
•Do not use replacement tires with lower
load carrying capacities than the tires
that were original equipment on the
vehicle because this will lower the vehi-
cle's GVW rating. Use only tires with the
correct load carrying capacity. Consult
your Volvo retailer for information.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Maintaining your car
08

299 Owner maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements and inter-
vals are described in your vehicle's Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
The following points can be carried out
between the normally scheduled maintenance
services.
Each time the car is refueled:
•Check the engine oil level.
•Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,
headlights, and taillights.
Monthly:
•Check cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect
the tires for wear.
•Check that engine coolant and other fluid
levels are between the indicated "min" and
"max" markings.
•Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass
cleaner and soft paper towels.
•Wipe driver information displays with a soft
cloth.
•Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-
rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose ter-
minal connector, or a battery near the end
of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo
retailer for additional information.
As needed:Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to
reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup
of dirt, and corrosion that can be caused by salt
residues.
Clean leaves and twigs from air intake vents at
the base of the windshield, and from other pla-
ces where they may collect.
NOTE
Complete service information for qualified
technicians is available online for purchase
or subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.
Hoisting the vehicle
If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the
two jack attachments points should be used.They are specially reinforced to bear the weight
of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be placed
under the front of the engine support frame.
Take care not to damage the splash guard
under the engine. Ensure that the jack is posi-
tioned so that the vehicle cannot slide off it.
Always use axle stands or similar structures.
If a two-post hoist is used to lift the vehicle, the
front and rear lift arm pads should be centered
under the reinforced lift plates on the inboard
edge of the sill rail (see illustration).
Emission inspection readiness
What is an Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II)?
OBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized
engine management system. It stores diagnos-
tic information about your vehicle's emission
controls. It can light the Check Engine light
(MIL) if it detects an emission control "fault." A
"fault" is a component or system that is not
performing within an expected range. A fault
may be permanent or temporary. OBD II will
store a message about any fault.
How do states use OBD II for emission
inspections?
Many states connect a computer directly to a
vehicle's OBD II system. The inspector can
then read "faults." In some states, this type of

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
08

* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.325
PosFunctionA
Airbag system, occupant
weight sensor10
Collision warning system*5
Accelerator pedal, auto-
dim mirror function, heated
rear seats*7.5
-
Brake lights5
Power moonroof*20
Immobilizer5

09 Specifications
Specifications09

337
PositionDimensionin (mm)
GTrack, front62.5 (1588)A/
62.1 (1578)
B
HTrack, rear62.4 (1585)A/
62.0 (1575)
B
ILoad width, floor36.2 (919)
JWidth73.4 (1865)
KWidth incl. door mirrors (folded out)82.6 (2097)
LWidth incl. door mirrors (folded in)74.8 (1899)
Awith 16" wheelsBwith 17" wheels
Weights
CategoryUSACanada
Gross vehicle weight
5-cyl. FWD
A
6-cyl. AWDB
4610 lbs
5050 lbs2090 kg
2290 kg
Capacity weight
5-cyl. FWD
6-cyl. AWD1025 lbs
1200 lbs465 kg
545 kg

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Specifications 09
338
CategoryUSACanada
Permissible axle weights, front
5-cyl. FWD
6-cyl. AWD2580 lbs
2755 lbs1170 kg
1250 kg
Permissible axle weights, rear
5-cyl. FWD
6-cyl. AWD2160 lbs
2490 lbs980 kg
1130 kg
Curb weight3500-38001580-1730
Max. roof load165 lbs75 kg
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/ModelT53.0T
Engine designationB5254T5B6304T4
Output (kW/rps)184/92224/93
Output (hp/rpm)247/5500 rpm300/5600

09 Specifications
Overview of information and warning symbols09
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.345
Information symbols in the center
console display
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Audio files222
CD folder222
Video files222
Bluetooth-connected
cell phone233
BluetoothTM hands-
free233
HD radio215
Park Assist*187
Information symbols in the ceiling
console
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Seat belt reminder22
Occupant Weight
Sensor29

10 Index
10
348
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 201
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 122
Accessory installation warning.................. 14
Active chassis system.............................152
Active yaw control................................... 149
Adaptive brake lights............................... 121
Adaptive cruise control.................... 155, 157
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................29, 30
front...................................................... 25
inflatable curtain................................... 35
side impact........................................... 33
Air conditioning........................................ 144
Air distribution.......................................... 140
Air distribution table................................. 146
Air vents................................................... 141
All Wheel Drive......................................... 120
Anti-freeze.......................................252, 304Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 80
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 122
Approach lighting..............................57, 100
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 226
BluetoothŸ devices............................. 229
BluetoothŸ hands-free system........... 232
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 229
general functions................................ 210
getting started.................................... 206
HD digital radio................................... 215
introduction......................................... 204
media player....................................... 222
menus................................................. 244
overview.............................................. 204
radio functions.................................... 213
Sirius satellite radio............................217
sound settings.................................... 211
steering wheel keypad........................ 209
voice control....................................... 240
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 107
Automatic locking retractor....................... 40
Automatic transmission
Geartronic................................... 118, 119
general description.....................118, 119oil........................................................ 341
shiftlock override................................ 119
Axle weight.............................................. 279
B
Battery
changing..................................... 316, 317
maintenance....................................... 316
remote key, replacing........................... 60
specifications...................................... 342
warning symbols................................. 315
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 195, 196, 197
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 232
Booster cushions....................................... 48
Brake lights.............................................. 121
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 122
Brake pad inspection.......................... 121
checking fluid level............................. 304
emergency brake assistance.............. 122
fluid..................................................... 341
general information............................. 121
warning light......................................... 82