2012 VOLVO S80 page 75

05 Infotainment
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)*
05
248* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
RSE pop-up menu5
Press on the remote control while a video
file is playing to display the pop-up menu. Use
the scroll wheel and the buttons on the remote
to make menu selections. See page 250 for
detailed information about the remote control.
Screen aspect ration
Image settings
Day/Night mode
Source menu
6
DVD disc menu7
RSE rear screen menus
Press on the remote control when a
source (e.g.,
Disc) has been selected to access
the RSE-menus for the rear screens.
Use the scroll wheel and the buttons on the
remote to make menu selections. See page
250 for detailed information about the remote
control.
RADIO
The menus for AM, FM1, FM2, Sirius1* andSirius2* are:
Day/Night mode
Display off
Reset all RSE settings
MEDIA
RSE CD Audio menuDisc menu
Random
Day/Night mode
Display off
Reset all CD settings
RSE CD/DVD Data menuDisc menu
Random
Repeat folder
DivX® VOD code
Day/Night mode
Display offReset all CD/DVD settings
RSE DVD Video menuDisc menu
DVD disc menu
Subtitles
Audio tracks
Advanced settings
Day/Night mode
Display off
Reset all DVD settings
RSE USB menuUSB menu
Random
Repeat folder
DivX® VOD code
Select USB device
Day/Night mode
Display off
Reset all USB settings
5Applies only when a video file is playing.6The content of the menu will vary according to what is being played, for example Disc menu or USB menu.7Applies to DVD videos only

05 Infotainment
Remote control*
05
250* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Remote control1
The remote control included with the Rear Seat
Entertainment system (RSE)* can be used to
control all of the infotainment system's func-
tions.
To use the remote, begin by pressing its
button to select a screen (L: left rear
screen, F: front screen, or R: right rear screen).
Continue by pointing the remote toward the
selected rear screen's IR transceiver (see the
illustration on page 241) or to the front screen's
IR transceiver located to the right of the INFO
button on the center console (see page 207 for
the location of this button).
To control one of the rear RSE screens, select
L (left)/R (right) using the remote's
but-
ton. Continue by pointing the remote at the
selected screen's IR transceiver (see the illus-
tration on page 241 for its location).
WARNING
To help avoid the risk of injuries in the event
of sudden braking or a collision, always
stow loose objects such as the remote con-
trol, cell phones, cameras, etc. in the glove
compartment or other storage compart-
ments when not in use.
The scroll wheel has the same function as
TUNE in the center console control panel.
NOTE
Avoid exposing the remote control to strong
sunlight, for instance by leaving it on the
dashboard. This could cause problems with
its batteries.
ButtonFunction
Select a screen (L: left rear), (F:
front) or (R: right rear)
Switch to the optional Volvo Nav-
igation system
Select one of the infotainment
system's radio wavebands (AM,FM1, etc.)
Select one of the infotainment
system's sources (Disc, USB,
etc.)
Select the BluetoothŸ hands-free
feature
Fast reverse, change tracks/
songs
Play/pause
1Vehicles with the optional Rear Seat Entertainment system only.

05 Infotainment
Remote control*
05
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.251
ButtonFunction
Stop
Fast forward, change tracks/
songs
DVD menu
Go back one step in a menu, can-
cel a function or delete entered
characters
Navigate up/down
Navigate right/left
Confirm a selection or go to the
current source's main menu
Reduce volume
Increase volume
0-9Use to select preset channels or
enter characters
ButtonFunction
One-button access to frequently
used functions (which must be
programmed into the button, see
page 207)
Information about the current
film, song, etc., or to display
information not currently shown
on the screen
Select language for audio tracks
Subtitles, select subtitle lan-
guage
Not in use
Replacing batteriesThe remote control runs on four AA/LR6 bat-
teries.
NOTE
The batteries' normal service life ranges
from 1-4 years, depending on how often the
remote is used. If the remote is not working
properly, try replacing the four AA/LR6 bat-
teries.
It is advisable to have extra batteries on long
trips.
1. Press down on the battery cover and slide
it in the direction indicated in the illustra-
tion.
2. Remove the old batteries and insert new
ones in the directions indicated by the
symbols in the battery holder.
3. Slide the cover back into place.
Worn out batteries should be disposed of in an
environmentally responsible manner.

05 Infotainment
Infotainment system menus
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252
Navigating in the menus
Infotainment settings are made via the sys-
tem's menus. Press one of the mode buttons
(RADIO, MEDIA, or TEL—see the illustration
on page 202) to select it and access its specific
menus. When a mode has been selected, press
OK/MENU to access its menus.
Menu selections can be made using the con-
trols in the center console and certain functions
can also be controlled from the steering wheel
keypad. Each mode is described in its respec-
tive section.
Controls in the center console
RADIO
MEDIA
TEL
TUNE
OK/MENU
Search pathsThroughout this manual, search paths to the
menu system functions are listed as shown in
the following example: Audio settings
Equalizer, if the following steps have been
taken first:
1.
Press the desired mode button, (RADIO,
MEDIA, etc). Continue pressing the button
to navigate through the various selections
displayed (e.g.,
FM1). Release the button
and wait several seconds to automatically
accept the selection or turn TUNE and
press OK/MENU.
2.
Turn TUNE or use the thumb wheel on the
steering wheel keypad to scroll to the
desired menu selection, such as
Audio
settings, and press OK/MENU to confirm
a selection.
3.
Turn TUNE again to scroll to the desired
submenu (e.g.,
Equalizer) where applica-
ble and press OK/MENU.
RADIO menus
Main AM menuAM menu
Show presets
Scan
Audio settings1
Sound stage
Equalizer
Volume compensation
Reset all audio settings
Main FM1/FM2 menuFM menu
Show radio text
Show presets
Scan
Advanced settings
Reset all FM settings
Audio settings1
1The audio settings are the same for all infotainment system modes

06 During your trip
Driving recommendations
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260
Before a long distance tripIt is always worthwhile to have your vehicle
checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician before driving long distances.
Your retailer will also be able to supply you with
bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:
•Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.
•Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage
•Have the transmission oil level checked.
•Check condition of drive belts.
•Check state of the battery's charge.
•Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as
well), and replace those that are worn.
Check tire pressures.
•The brakes, front wheel alignment, and
steering gear should be checked by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian only.
•Check all lights, including high beams.
•Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.
•Have a word with a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician if you intend to
drive in countries where it may be difficult
to obtain the correct fuel.
•Consider your destination. If you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice
are likely to occur, consider snow tires.
Cold weather precautionsIf you wish to check your vehicle before the
approach of cold weather, the following advice
is worth noting:
•Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture
will reduce freeze protection. This gives
protection against freezing down to
–31 °F (–35 °C). The use of "recycled" anti-
freeze is not approved by Volvo. Different
types of antifreeze must not be mixed.
•Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
•Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – this
helps prevent the formation of condensa-
tion in the tank. In addition, in extremely
cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to
add fuel line de-icer before refueling.
•The viscosity of the engine oil is important.
Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves
cold-weather starting as well as decreas-
ing fuel consumption while the engine is
warming up. For winter use, 5W-30 oil, par-
ticularly the synthetic type, is recom-
mended. Be sure to use good quality oil but
do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving
or in warm weather, see page 347 for more
information on engine oil.
NOTE
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance inter-
vals except at owner request and at addi-
tional charge.
•The load placed on the battery is greater
during the winter since the windshield wip-
ers, lighting, etc. are used more often.
Moreover, the capacity of the battery
decreases as the temperature drops. In
very cold weather, a poorly charged bat-
tery can freeze and be damaged. It is there-
fore advisable to check the state of charge
more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil
on the battery posts.
•Volvo recommends the use of snow tires
on all four wheels for winter driving, see
page 290.
•To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from
freezing, add washer solvents containing
antifreeze. This is important since dirt is
often splashed on the windshield during
winter driving, requiring the frequent use of
the washers and wipers. Volvo Washer
Solvent should be diluted as follows: Down
to 14 °F (–10 °C): 1 part washer solvent and
4 parts water Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part
washer solvent and 3 parts water Down to
0 °F (–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and

06 During your trip
Refueling
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262
Fuel requirements
Deposit control gasoline (detergent
additives)
Volvo recommends the use of detergent gas-
oline to control engine deposits. Detergent
gasoline is effective in keeping injectors and
intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit
control gasolines will help ensure good driva-
bility and fuel economy. If you are not sure
whether the gasoline contains deposit control
additives, check with the service station oper-
ator.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of exter-
nal fuel injector cleaning systems.
Unleaded fuelEach Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter
and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and
Canadian regulations require that pumps deliv-
ering unleaded gasoline be labeled "UNLEA-
DED". Only these pumps have nozzles which
fit your vehicle's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dis-
pense leaded fuel into a vehicle labelled
"unleaded gasoline only". Leaded gasoline
damages the three-way catalytic converter and
the heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated
use of leaded gasoline will lessen the effective-ness of the emission control system and could
result in loss of emission warranty coverage.
State and local vehicle inspection programs
will make detection of misfueling easier, pos-
sibly resulting in emission test failure for mis-
fueled vehicles.
NOTE
Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain
an octane enhancing additive called methyl-
cyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission
Control System performance may be affec-
ted, and the Check Engine Light (malfunc-
tion indicator light) located on your instru-
ment panel may light. If this occurs, please
return your vehicle to a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician for service.
Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers,
"Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing
"oxygenates" which are usually alcohols or
ethers. In some areas, state or local laws
require that the service pump be marked indi-
cating use of alcohols or ethers. However,
there are areas in which the pumps are
unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is
alcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check
with the service station operator. To meet sea-sonal air quality standards, some areas require
the use of "oxygenated" fuel.
Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygen-
ated" fuels; however, the octane ratings listed
on page 263 must still be met.
Alcohol – EthanolFuels containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
may be used. Ethanol may also be referred to
as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol".
Ethers – MTBE: Fuels containing up to
15% MTBE may be used.
MethanolDo not use gasolines containing methanol
(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practice
can result in vehicle performance deterioration
and can damage critical parts in the fuel sys-
tem. Such damage may not be covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

06 During your trip
Loading
06

267 Introduction
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is
determined by factors such as the number of
passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight
of any accessories that may be installed, etc.
To increase loading space, the rear seat back-
rests can be folded down, see page 85.
When loading the trunk, keep the following in
mind:
The trunk lid can be unlocked an pop-
ped open slightly via the button
located on the lighting panel, see page 64.
•Load objects in the trunk against the back-
rest whenever possible.
•Unstable loads can be secured to the load
anchoring eyelets with straps or web lash-
ings to help keep them from shifting.
•Stop the engine and apply the parking
brake when loading or unloading long
objects. The gear selector can be knocked
out of position by long loads, which could
set the vehicle in motion.
WARNING
•Stop the engine, put the gear selector in
P, and apply the parking brake when
loading or unloading long objects.
•The vehicle's driving characteristics
may change depending on the weight
and distribution of the load.
•A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces a
force of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in a
head-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
•The rear seat should not be loaded to a
level higher than 2 in. (5 cm) below the
upper edge of the rear side windows.
Objects placed higher than this level
could impede the function of the Volvo
Inflatable Curtain.
Folding down the rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrests can be folded down for
additional loading space, see page 86.
Load anchoring eyelets
G021462
The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the
vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to help
anchor items in the trunk.

06 During your trip
Towing a trailer
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270
Introduction
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer
hitches that are specially designed for the vehi-
cle.
NOTE
See page 345 for the maximum trailer and
tongue weights recommended by Volvo.
•Observe the legal requirements of the
state/province in which the vehicles are
•All Volvo models are equipped with
energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-
ers. Trailer hitch installation should not
interfere with the proper operation of this
bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any
particular problems, but take into considera-
tion:
•Increase tire pressure to recommended full
pressure. See the tire inflation table on
page 283.
•When your vehicle is new, avoid towing
heavy trailers during the first 620 miles
(1,000 km).
•Maximum speed when towing a trailer:
50 mph (80 km/h).
•Engine and transmission are subject to
increased loads. Therefore, engine coolant
temperature should be closely watchedwhen driving in hot climates or hilly terrain.
Use a lower gear and turn off the air con-
ditioner if the temperature gauge needle
enters the red range.
•If the automatic transmission begins to
overheat, a message will be displayed in
the text window.
•Avoid overload and other abusive opera-
tion.
•Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-
ity, and economy.
•It is necessary to balance trailer brakes
with the towing vehicle brakes to provide a
safe stop (check and observe state/local
regulations).
•Do not connect the trailer's brake system
directly to the vehicle's brake system.
•More frequent vehicle maintenance is
required.
•Remove the ball holder when the hitch is
not being used.
•Volvo recommends the use of synthetic
engine oil when towing a trailer over long
distances or in mountainous areas.
WARNING
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must
not be used on Volvos, nor should
safety chains be attached to the
bumper.
•Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle
rear axle must not be used.
•Never connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to the vehicle
brake system, nor a trailer's lighting
system directly to the vehicle lighting
system. Consult your nearest author-
ized Volvo retailer for correct installa-
tion.
•When towing a trailer, the trailer's safety
wire must be correctly fastened to the
hole or hook provided in the trailer hitch
on the vehicle. The safety wire should
never be fastened to or wound around
the drawbar ball.