2012 VOLVO S80 power steering

06 During your trip
Towing a trailer
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between approximately 45-55 mph (70-90 km/
h).
Swaying may be caused by factors such as:
•The vehicle and trailer are hit by a sudden,
strong crosswind
•The vehicle and trailer are traveling on an
uneven road surface or drive over a bump
•Sudden movements of the steering wheel
Facts about TSA
•TSA intervenes at speeds above approxi-
mately 40 mph (60 km/h)
•The DSTC symbol () in the instru-
ment panel will flash when TSA is working
•If the driver switches off the DSTC sys-
tem's Spin Control function, TSA will also
be switched off (but will be on again the
next time the engine is started)
•TSA may not intervene when the vehicle
and trailer begin to sway if the driver tries
to compensate for the swaying motion by
moving the steering wheel rapidly
How TSA worksOnce swaying has begun, it can be very diffi-
cult to stop, which makes it difficult to control
the vehicle and trailer.
The TSA system continuously monitors the
vehicle's movements, particularly lateralmovement. If the system detects a tendency to
sway, the brakes are applied individually on the
front wheels, which has a stabilizing effect on
the vehicle and trailer. This is often enough to
enable the driver to regain control of the vehi-
cle.
If this is not adequate to stop the swaying
motion, the brakes are applied to all of the
wheels on the vehicle and on the trailer if it is
equipped with brakes, and engine power is
temporarily reduced. As the swaying motion
begins to decrease and the vehicle-trailer have
once again become stable, TSA will no stop
regulating the brakes/engine power and the
driver regains control of the vehicle.

06 During your trip
Emergency towing
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273 Towing eyelet
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Attaching the towing eyelet
Attaching the towing eyeletThe towing eyelet is located under the floor
of the trunk, with the spare tire. This eyelet
must be screwed into the positions provi-
ded 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 being
towed
•Attach jumper cables (see page 111) to
provide current for releasing the electric
parking brake and to move the gear selec-
tor from the P position to N.
•Be sure that the steering wheel lock is
released (see page 88).
•While the vehicle is being towed, set the
ignition in mode II if the battery is not

08 Maintenance and specifications
Hood and engine compartment
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309 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.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fluids
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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 349.
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.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
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PosFunctionA
Starter motor relay30
Ignition coils20
Engine Control Module10
Injection system, mass air
meter, engine control mod-
ule15
A/C compressor, engine
valves, engine control mod-
ule10
EVAP valve, heated oxygen
sensor15
-
Fuel leakage detection5
–
Cooling fan80
Electro-hydraulic power
steering100

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.331
PosFunctionA
Power front passenger's
seat*20
Folding rear seat head
restraints15
Infotainment control mod-
ule5
Infotainment system, Sirius
satellite radio*10
Infotainment system15
Bluetooth hands-free sys-
tem5
Rear Seat Entertainment
system (RSE)*7.5
Power moonroof*
Courtesy lighting, climate
system sensor5
12-volt sockets15
Heated rear seat* (pas-
senger's side)15
Heated rear seat* (driver's
side)15
PosFunctionA
-
Heated front passenger's
seat*15
Heated driver's seat*15
Park assist*, trailer hitch
control module*, park
assist camera*5
All Wheel Drive* control
module5
Active chassis system*10
Positions-fuse box B
PosFunctionA
-
-
Front courtesy lighting,
driver's door power win-
dow controls, power
seat(s)*, HomeLInk
® Wire-
less Control System*
7.5
Instrument panel informa-
tion display5
PosFunctionA
Adaptive cruise control/
collision warning*10
Courtesy lighting, rain sen-
sor*7.5
Steering wheel module7.5
Cental locking: fuel filler
door10
-
Windshield washer15
Trunk open10
-10
Fuel pump20
Climate system control
panel5
-
Alarm, On-board diagnos-
tic system5
-

09 Specifications
Specifications09

349 Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)7.4 US qts (7 liters)Transmission fluid AW-1
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.
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 volume3.0T/3.2 6 cyl.18.5 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
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Power front seat
memory function................................... 83
with keyless drive................................. 84
Power mirrors.......................................... 101
defroster............................................. 102
Power moonroof...................................... 104
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 313
speed-dependent............................... 146
Power steering fluid................................. 349
Power windows......................................... 99
laminated glass................................... 100
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 20
Private locking........................................... 59
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING. . 111, 325, 350
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Radio
Sirius satellite radio............................214
Radio functions........................................ 210
HD digital radio................................... 212
Rain sensor................................................ 96
READ button............................................ 125Rear fog light............................................. 92
Rear park assist............................... 181, 183
Rear seat entertainment..........................241
Rear seat entertainment (option)
headphones........................................242
menus................................................. 247
remote control.................................... 250
Rear seats
center head restraint............................. 85
folding................................................... 85
heated................................................. 137
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function............................... 102
compass............................................. 103
Rear window defroster............................102
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 38
Refrigerant............................................... 349
Refueling..........................................262, 263
fuel filler cap....................................... 265
fuel filler door...................................... 264
fuel tank volume.................................349
Registering child restraints........................ 38
Remote control........................................ 250
private locking...................................... 59
replacing batteries.............................. 251Remote key................................................ 52
approach lighting.................................. 54
immobilizer........................................... 53
key blade..................................52, 57, 59
key memory.......................................... 53
locking the vehicle................................ 54
Personal Car Communicator..........54, 55
replacing the battery............................. 57
unlocking the vehicle............................ 54
Remote key/PCC
common functions................................ 54
Reporting safety defects............................ 17
Roadside Assistance............................... 354
Roof loads............................................... 269
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Safety, occupant........................................ 16
Safety defects, reporting........................... 17
Seat belt
reminder................................................ 19
Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor.................................... 37
buckling................................................ 18