03 Your driving environment
Starting the engine
03
115
WARNING
•Always remove the remote key from the
ignition slot when leaving the vehicle,
especially if there are children in the
vehicle.
•Never open the driver's door while driv-
ing or when the vehicle is being towed.
The steering lock could otherwise be
activated, making 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.
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.
09 Specifications
Specifications09
341 Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)7.4 US qts (7 liters)Transmission fluid AW-1
Coolant3.0T
T59.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)Coolant with corrosion inhibitor
mixed with water (50/50 mix), see
packaging.
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.
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 volume18.5 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
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
Bluetooth Ÿ devices............................. 229
Bluetooth Ÿ 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
10 Index
10
350
E
ECC.................................................144, 145
Economical driving.................................. 250
Electric parking brake.............................. 124
Electronic Climate Control.......142, 144, 145
air distribution table............................ 146
Interior Air Quality System.................. 145
Emergency locking retractor...................... 40
Emergency starting.................................. 116
Emergency towing...........................265, 266
Emission inspection readiness................ 299
Engine
overheating........................................... 83
specifications...................................... 338
starting................................................ 114
switching off....................................... 116
Engine compartment overview................301
Engine Drag Control (EDC)......................149
Engine oil
checking............................................. 302
low pressure warning light.............. 81, 82
specifications...................................... 339
volumes.............................................. 340
Environment............................................... 13Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 259
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 298
Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 329
placing correctly................................. 114
Fluid specifications.................................. 341
Fog lights
front/rear............................................... 98
Four C (active chassis system)................152
Front airbags.............................................. 25
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 29, 30
Front park assist.............................. 187, 189
Front seats...........................................88, 90
Fuel filler cap........................................... 257
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 256
Fuel level warning light.............................. 81
Fuel requirements............................ 254, 255
Fuel tank volume.....................................341
Fuses............................... 319, 320, 323, 326
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink® Wireless Control System. 111
Gasoline requirements............................. 255
Gas tank volume...................................... 341
Gauges...................................................... 79
Geartronic................................................ 119
Geartronic automatic transmission.. 118, 119
Generator warning light............................. 82
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 278
Grocery bag holder.................................. 260
Gross vehicle weight...............................279
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 98
HD digital radio........................................ 215
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 97
changing bulbs................................... 308
high/low beams.................................... 96
high beam flash.................................... 96
Headlight washers................................... 103