2012 VOLVO V60 rims

07 Wheels and tyres
General
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Wear and maintenanceThe correct tyre pressure results in more even
wear, see page 301. Driving style, tyre pres-
sure, climate and road condition affect how
quickly your tyres age and wear. To avoid dif-
ferences in tread depth and to prevent wear
patterns arising, the front and rear wheels can
be switched with each other. A suitable dis-
tance for the first change is approx. 5000 km
and then at 10 000 km intervals. Volvo recom-
mends that you contact an authorised Volvo
workshop for checking if you are uncertain
about tread depth. If significant differences in
wear (>1 mm difference in tread depth)
between tyres have already occurred, the least
worn tyres must always be placed on the rear.
Understeer is normally easier to correct than
oversteer, and leads to the car continuing for-
wards in a straight line rather than having the
rear end skidding to one side, resulting in pos-
sible complete loss of control over the car. This
is why it is important for the rear wheels never
to lose grip before the front wheels.
Wheels should be stored lying down or hanging
up - and not standing up.
WARNING
A damaged tyre can lead to loss of control
of the car.
Tyres with tread wear indicators
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Tread wear indicators.
Tread wear indicators are narrow treadless
bands across the width of the tread. On the
side of the tyre are the letters TWI (Tread Wear
Indicator). When the tyre's tread depth is down
to 1.6 mm, the tread depth will be level in height
with the tread wear indicators. Change to new
tyres as soon as possible. Remember that
tyres with little tread depth provide very poor
grip in rain and snow.
Rims and wheel bolts
IMPORTANT
The wheel bolts must be tightened to
140 Nm. Overtightening can damage the
nuts and the bolts.
Only use rims that are tested and approved by
Volvo and which are Volvo genuine accesso-
ries. Check the torque with a torque wrench.
Locking wheel bolts*Locking wheel bolts* can be used on both alu-
minium and steel rims. Under the cargo area
floor there is space for the sleeve for the lock-
able wheel bolts.
Tools
Located under the cargo area floor are the
car's towing eye, jack* and wheel wrench*.
There is also space for the sleeve for the lock-
able wheel bolts.
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07 Wheels and tyres
General
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296* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Jack*The original jack should only be used for
changing to the spare wheel. The jack's thread
must always be well greased.
Tools - returning into place
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The tools and jack* must be returned to their
correct places after use. The jack needs to be
cranked together to the correct position in
order to have space.
IMPORTANT
The tools and jack* must be stored in the
intended location in the car's cargo area
when not in use.
Winter tyres
Volvo recommends winter tyres with particular
dimensions. Tyre dimensions are dependent
on engine variant. When driving on winter tyres,
the correct type of tyres must be fitted to all
four wheels.
NOTE
Volvo recommends that you consult a Volvo
dealer about which wheel rim and tyre types
are most suitable.
Studded tyresStudded winter tyres should be run in gently for
500-1000 km so the studs settle properly into
the tyres. This gives the tyre, and especially the
studs, a longer service life.
NOTE
The legal provisions for the use of studded
tyres vary from country to country.
Tread depthRoad conditions with ice, slush and low tem-
peratures place considerably higher demands
on tyres than summer conditions. Volvo there-
fore recommends not to drive on winter tyres
that have a tread depth of less than 4 millime-
tres.
Using snow chainsSnow chains may only be used on the front
wheels (also applies to all-wheel drive cars).
Never drive faster than 50 km/h with snow
chains. Avoid driving on bare ground as this
wears out both the snow chains and tyres.
WARNING
Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiva-
lent chains designed for the car model, and
tyre and rim dimensions. In the event of
uncertainty Volvo recommends that you
consult an authorised Volvo workshop. The
wrong snow chains may cause serious
damage to your car and lead to an accident.
Specifications
The car has whole vehicle approval. This
means that certain combinations of wheels and
tyres are approved. For the permissible com-
binations, see page 366
Wheel (rim) dimensionsWheels (rims) have a designation of dimen-
sions, for example: 7Jx16x50.
7Rim width in inches
JRim flange profile
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07 Wheels and tyres
Changing wheels
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298* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Removing
Set up the warning triangle, see page 302 if a
wheel must be replaced at a busy location. The
car and jack* must be on a firm horizontal sur-
face.
1. Apply the parking brake and engage
reverse gear, or position P if the car has an
automatic gearbox.
WARNING
Check that the jack is not damaged, that the
threads are thoroughly lubricated and that it
is free from dirt.
NOTE
Volvo recommends only using the jack* that
belongs to the car model in question, which
is indicated on the jack's label.
The label also indicates the jack's maximum
lift capacity at a specified minimum lifting
height.
2. Take out the jack*, wheel wrench* and
removal tool for wheel covers* located
under the cargo floor in the cargo area. If
another jack is selected, see page 312.
3. Place chocks in front of and behind the
wheels which will remain on the ground.Use heavy wooden blocks or large stones
for example.
4. Cars with steel rims have removable wheel
covers. Use the removal tool to hook in and
pull off any full-wheel wheel covers. Alter-
natively, the wheel covers can be pulled
away by hand.
5. Screw together the towing eye with the
wheel wrench* until the stop position as
illustrated below.
IMPORTANT
The towing eye must be screwed into all
threads in the wheel bolt wrench.
6. Loosen the wheel bolts ½-1 turn anticlock-
wise with the wheel wrench.
WARNING
Never position anything between the
ground and the jack, nor between the jack
and the car's jacking point.
7. There are two jacking points on each side
of the car. There is a recess in the plastic
cover at each point. Crank the foot of the
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08 Maintenance and service
Car care
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ings to warm up and dry. Do the same thing
after starting in very damp or cold weather.
Exterior plastic, rubber and trim
components
A special cleaning agent available from Volvo
dealers is recommended for the cleaning and
care of coloured plastic parts, rubber and trim
components, such as glossy trim mouldings.
When using such a cleaning agent the instruc-
tions must be followed carefully.
IMPORTANT
Avoid waxing and polishing on plastic and
rubber.
When using degreasant on plastic and rub-
ber, only rub with light pressure if it is nec-
essary. Use a soft washing sponge.
Polishing glossy trim mouldings could wear
away or damage the glossy surface layer.
Polishing agent that contains abrasive must
not be used.
RimsOnly use rim cleaning agent recommended by
Volvo.
Strong rim cleaning agents can damage the
surface and cause stains on chrome-plated
aluminium rims.
Polishing and waxing
Polish and wax the car if the paintwork is dull
or to give the paintwork extra protection.
The car does not need to be polished until it is
at least one year old. However, the car can be
waxed during this time. Do not polish or wax
the car in direct sunlight.
Wash and dry the car thoroughly before you
begin polishing or waxing. Clean off asphalt
and tar stains using tar remover or white spirit.
More stubborn stains can be removed using
fine rubbing paste designed for car paintwork.
Polish first with a polish and then wax with liq-
uid or solid wax. Follow the instructions on the
packaging carefully. Many preparations con-
tain both polish and wax.
IMPORTANT
Only paint treatment recommended by
Volvo should be used. Other treatment such
as preserving, sealing, protection, lustre
sealing or similar could damage the paint-
work. Paintwork damage caused by such
treatments is not covered by Volvo war-
ranty.
Water-repellent coating*
Never use products such as car wax,
degreaser or similar on glass surfa-
ces as this could ruin their water-repellent
properties.
Take care when cleaning so as not to damage
the glass surface.
To avoid damaging glass surfaces when
removing ice – only use plastic ice scrapers.
There is natural wear of the water-repellent
coating.
Treatment with a special finishing agent avail-
able from Volvo dealers is recommended in
order to maintain the water-repellent proper-
ties. This should be used first after three years
and then each year.
Rustproofing – inspection and
maintenance
The car received a thorough and complete
rustproofing at the factory. Parts of the body
are made of galvanised sheet metal. The
underbody is protected by a wear-resistant
anti-corrosion compound. A thin, penetrating
rustproofing fluid was sprayed into the
exposed members, cavities, closed sections
and side doors.
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10 Alphabetical Index
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387
Battery.............................................327, 369
maintenance....................................... 327
remote control ................................... 250
remote control key/PCC....................... 53
start assistance................................... 116
symbols on the battery....................... 328
warning symbols................................. 328
Bioethanol E85........................................ 275
Blind spot (BLIS)...................................... 211
Blind Spot Information System, BLIS...... 211
Bluetooth
Ÿ
handsfree ........................................... 251
media ................................................. 243
microphone off ..................................253
streaming audio ................................. 243
transfer call to mobile ........................ 253
Bonnet, opening...................................... 312
Brake and clutch fluid..............................317
Brake light.................................................. 90
Brakes...................................................... 131
anti-lock braking system, ABS........... 131
brake light............................................. 90
brake system...................................... 131
electric parking brake......................... 133
Emergency Brake Assistance, EBA ... 131
emergency brake lights........................ 90filling brake fluid.................................. 318
symbols in the combined instrument
panel...................................................132
Bulbs, see Lighting.................................. 319
C
Calls
incoming............................................. 253
operation............................................. 253
Camera sensor................................189, 195
Car care................................................... 344
Car care, leather upholstery.................... 346
Cargo area
cargo cover......................................... 281
lighting.................................................. 92
loading................................................278
mounting points.................................. 279
safety grille.......................................... 281
safety net............................................ 280
Cargo cover............................................. 281
Car upholstery......................................... 346
Car wash.................................................. 344
Catalytic converter................................... 274
recovery..............................................290CD ........................................................... 236
Centre console........................................ 144
Chassis settings......................................170
Checking and topping up the coolant..... 316
Checking the engine oil level................... 313
Children..................................................... 31
child safety locks.................................. 38
child seats and side airbags................. 24
location in the car.................................31
safety.................................................... 31
Child safety locks...................................... 64
Child seat................................................... 31
Child seats................................................. 31
integrated two-stage booster cushion. 36
ISOFIX fixture system for child seats. . . 38
recommended...................................... 33
size classes for child seats with the ISO-
FIX fixture system................................. 38
upper mounting points for child seats. . 42
Cigarette lighter socket............................ 216
City Safety™............................................ 188
Cleaning
automatic car washes......................... 344
car wash............................................. 344
rims..................................................... 345
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receiving a call.................................... 253
register phone..................................... 252
voice control....................................... 259
Pinch protection, sunroof........................107
Polishing.................................................. 345
Position/parking lamps.............................. 90
Power seat................................................. 83
Powershift gearbox..........................120, 289
Power sunroof......................................... 106
Power windows....................................... 100
Privacy locking........................................... 51
Q
Queue Assist............................................ 179
Queue Assistant....................................... 179
R
Radar sensor........................................... 175
limitations........................................... 181
Radio ...................................................... 229
AM/FM ............................................... 229DAB ................................................... 233
menu structure ..................................263
Rain sensor................................................ 97
Rear bulbs
location............................................... 322
Rearview and door mirrors
compass............................................. 105
door....................................................102
electrically retractable......................... 103
heating................................................ 103
interior................................................. 104
Rear window, defrosting.......................... 103
Recirculation............................................ 159
Recommendations during driving............ 270
Recommended child seats, table.............. 33
Recovery.................................................. 291
Refrigerant............................................... 152
Refuelling................................................. 273
fuel cap............................................... 273
fuel filler flap, electrical opening......... 273
fuel filler flap, manual opening............ 273
refuelling............................................. 273
Relay/fuse box: see Fuses....................... 333
Remote control ....................................... 249
battery replacement ........................... 250Remote control, HomeLink
Ÿ
programmable ................................... 137
Remote control key................................... 46
battery replacement.............................. 53
detachable key blade........................... 50
functions............................................... 47
range..................................................... 48
Remote control key system, type appro-
val............................................................370
Resetting the door mirrors.......................103
Resetting the power windows................. 102
Retractable power door mirrors............... 103
Reverse gear inhibitor.............................. 117
Rims
cleaning.............................................. 345
Roof load, max. weight ...........................355
Rustproofing............................................ 345
S
Safety grille.............................................. 281
Safety mode.............................................. 30
Safety net................................................. 280
Seat, see Seats.......................................... 82
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396
Waxing..................................................... 345
Weights
kerb weight......................................... 355
Wheels
changing............................................. 298
installation........................................... 299
rims..................................................... 295
snow chains........................................ 296
spare wheel........................................ 299
Wheels and tyres..................................... 294
Whiplash injury, WHIPS............................. 27
WHIPS
child seat/booster cushion................... 27
whiplash injury...................................... 27
Windows, rearview and door mirrors....... 100
Windscreen washing.................................. 98
Windscreen wipers.................................... 97
rain sensor............................................ 97
Winter driving........................................... 271
Winter tyres.............................................. 296
Wiper blades............................................ 325
changing............................................. 325
cleaning.............................................. 326
replacing, rear window.......................326
service position................................... 325Wipers and washing.................................. 97
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