03 Your driving environment
Seats
03
89
Release and lower the center head
restraint (see page 87) if the center and/or
right section of the backrest is to be low-
ered. The outboard head restraints fold
down automatically.
Pull up the backrest release control on the
respective section(s) (
) and fold the sec-
tion(s) down. A red indicator (
) shows
that the backrest is not locked in the
upright position.
NOTE
It may be necessary to move the front seats
forward or put their backrests in a more
upright position before folding down the
rear seat backrests.
WARNING
•When one or more sections of the back-
rest is returned to the upright position,
check that it is properly locked in place
by pushing and pulling it. The red indi-
cators should also not be visible.
•Return the outboard head restraints to
the upright position.
•Long loads should always be securely
anchored to help avoid injury in the
event of a sudden stop.
•Always turn the engine off and apply the
parking brake when loading/unloading
the vehicle.
•Place the transmission in the Park (P)
position to help prevent inadvertent
movement of the gear selector.
•On hot days, the temperature in the
vehicle interior can rise very quickly.
Exposure of people to these high tem-
peratures for even a short period of time
can cause heat-related injury or death.
Small children are particularly at risk.
03 Your driving environment
Power windows
03
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.101 Power windows
Driver's door control panel
Switch for power child safety locks* and
disengaging rear power window buttons,
see page 52
Rear window controls
Front window controls.
WARNING
•Always remove the ignition key when
the vehicle is unattended.
•Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
•Make sure that the windows are com-
pletely unobstructed before they are
operated.
Operating
Operating the power windows
Manual up/down
Auto up/down.
All power windows can be operated using the
control panel in the driver's door. The control
panels in the other doors only operate the win-
dow in the respective doors.
For the power windows to function, the ignition
must be in at least mode I. When the vehicle
has been running, the power windows can be
operated for several minutes after the remote
key has been removed from the ignition slot, or
until a door has been opened.
NOTE
•Movement of the windows will stop if
they are obstructed in any way.
•To reduce buffeting wind noise if the
rear windows are opened, also open the
front windows slightly.
Manual up/down
Move one of the controls up/down slightly.
> The power windows move up/down as
long as the control is held in position.
Auto up/down
Move one of the controls up/down as far
as possible and release it.
> The window will open or close com-
pletely.
ResettingIf the battery has been disconnected, the auto
open function must be reset so that it will work
properly.
1. Gently raise the front section of the button
to close the window and hold it for one
second.
2. Release the button briefly.
3. Raise the front section of the button again
for one second.
03 Your driving environment
Starting the engine
03
113
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.
06 During your trip
Cargo area
06
276* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
NOTE
On models equipped with this cover, it
should be removed before a child seat is
attached to the child restraint anchors.
Cargo net*
G034213
Cargo net mounted in rear position
Your vehicle can be equipped with a cargo net
made of strong nylon fabric that helps prevent
objects in the cargo area from moving forward
into the passenger compartment.
The net can be attached in two different places:
•Rear position: behind the rear seat back-
rest
•Front position: behind the front seat back-
rests
WARNING
•Be sure that the cargo net's upper
attachment hooks are properly inserted
in the brackets and that the lower straps
are correctly attached and pulled taut.
•A damaged cargo net should never be
used.
•Objects in the cargo area should be
securely anchored, even if the cargo net
is correctly installed and in use.
Mounting the cargo netThe cargo net is easiest to put in place through
one of the rear doors.
1. Fold out the cargo net and be sure that the
upper hinged rod is straight and locked in
position.
2. Insert one end of the rod into the front or
rear bracket (near the ceiling). Be sure that
the lock on the lower strap is facing toward
you.
3. Insert the other end of the rod in the oppo-
site bracket.
– Be sure to press the end hooks on the rod
as far forward as possible in the brackets.
Cargo net in rear position
4. Mounting in the rear position: With the net's
rod attached to the rear upper brackets,
hook the lower straps in the floor eyelets in
the cargo area. Pull the net strap taut.
07 Wheels and tires
Tire Sealing System
07
304
WARNING
If heavy vibrations, unsteady steering
behavior, or noises should occur while driv-
ing, reduce speed and park the vehicle in a
safe place. Recheck the tire for bumps,
cracks, or other visible damage, and
recheck its inflation pressure. If the pressure
is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not continue
driving. Have the vehicle towed to a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
Stage 2: Checking inflation pressure1. Connect the tire sealing system as descri-
bed in stage 1.
2. Refer to the inflation pressure table in this
chapter for the correct inflation pressure. If
the tire needs to be inflated, start the tire
sealing system’s compressor. If neces-
sary, release air from the tire by turning the
air release knob counterclockwise.
CAUTION
The compressor should not be used for
more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid
overheating.
WARNING
If you interrupt your trip for more than 1
hour, check the inflation pressure in the
damaged tire again before continuing.
Replacing the sealing compound
container
The sealing compound container must be
replaced if:
•the tire sealing system has been used to
repair a tire
•the container’s expiration date has passed
(see the date on decal).
NOTE
•After use, the sealing compound bottle,
the hose, and certain other system
components must be replaced. Please
consult your Volvo retailer for replace-
ment parts.
•If the sealing compound bottle’s expi-
ration date has passed, please take it to
a Volvo retailer or a recycling station
that can properly dispose of harmful
substances.
Inflating tires
The tire sealing system can be used to inflate
the tires. To do so:
1. Park the car in a safe place.
2. The compressor should be switched off.
Ensure that the on/off switch is in position
0 (the 0 side of the switch should be
pressed down).
3. Take out the electrical wire and hose.
4. Remove the valve cap from the tire’s infla-
tion valve and screw the hose connector
onto the valve as tightly as possible by
hand.
5. Connect the electrical wire to the nearest
12-volt socket in the vehicle.
6. Start the vehicle’s engine.
WARNING
•The vehicle’s engine should be running
when the tire sealing system is used to
avoid battery drain. Therefore, be sure
the vehicle is parked in a well ventilated
place, or outdoors, before using the sys-
tem.
•Children should never be left unattended
in the vehicle when the engine is running.
10 Index
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365
general information............................. 119
Hill Descent Control............................ 125
warning light......................................... 78
Bulbs
cargo area lighting.............................. 327
headlights...........................322, 323, 324
introduction......................................... 322
license plate lights.............................. 327
side marker lights...............................325
specifications...................................... 328
taillight................................................ 326
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 190
Capacity weight....................................... 295
Cargo area
changing bulbs................................... 327
steel grid............................................. 275
Cargo area cover..................................... 275
Cargo area net......................................... 276
Catalytic converter................................... 269
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 233
Cell phone voice control.......................... 241
Central locking system, introduction......... 56Chains...................................................... 298
Check engine light..................................... 76
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 39
Child restraint systems.............................. 40
booster cushions.................................. 46
convertible seats.................................. 44
infant seats........................................... 42
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 47
top tether anchors................................ 48
Child safety................................................ 37
booster cushions.................................. 46
child restraint systems.......................... 40
convertible seats.................................. 44
infant seats........................................... 42
Child safety locks...................................... 52
City Safety™............................................ 167
Climate system........................................ 144
air distribution............................. 140, 146
air vents.............................................. 141
Interior Air Quality System.................. 140
introduction......................................... 139
passenger compartment filter............ 139
refrigerant........................................... 139
Clock, setting............................................. 80
Cold weather driving................................ 264Collision warning system.................172, 173
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 105
Conserving electrical current................... 263
Controls, center console.......................... 256
Convertible seats....................................... 44
Coolant............................................320, 357
Cooling system, general information....... 263
Courtesy lighting.................................. 95, 96
Crash mode............................................... 36
Cruise control..................................152, 153
adaptive.............................................. 154
Curb weight............................................. 295
Current, conserving................................. 263
D
Defroster.................................................. 144
Detachable key blade................................ 61
Dimensions.............................................. 352
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 26, 27
Dome lighting....................................... 95, 96
Door mirrors............................................. 103
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368
K
Key blade.......................................56, 61, 63
Keyless drive
general description............................... 63
starting the vehicle.............................112
L
Labels
list of................................................... 351
location of........................................... 350
Laminated panoramic roof...................... 106
LATCH anchors......................................... 47
Leather care............................................. 344
Lighting panel............................................ 92
Load anchoring eyelets...........................273
Loading the vehicle.......................... 271, 295
roof loads............................................ 274
Locking...................................................... 66
tailgate.................................................. 67
Locking the vehicle.................................... 58
Locks, child safety..................................... 52
Low beams................................................ 92Low fuel level warning light........................ 77
Low oil pressure warning light................... 78
M
Main instrument panel............................. 131
Maintenance............................................ 314
hoisting the vehicle............................. 315
performed by the owner.....................315
Malfunction indicator light......................... 76
Media player (infotainment system)......... 223
Menu........................................................ 133
Messages in the instrument panel........... 131
Mirrors
defroster............................................. 104
power door......................................... 103
rearview, auto-dim function................ 104
retractable........................................... 103
vanity.................................................. 200
Motor oil
checking............................................. 318
specifications...................................... 356
volumes.............................................. 357
MY CAR................................................... 133
N
Net in cargo area..................................... 276
O
Occupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor...................... 26, 27
Octane recommendations.......................267
Odometer, trip........................................... 80
Oil
checking............................................. 318
specifications...................................... 356
volumes.............................................. 357
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 362
Overhead courtesy lighting.................. 95, 96
Overheating, engine................................... 79
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 270
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 345
Park assist.......................................186, 188
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369
Park Assist Camera................................. 190
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 122
warning light......................................... 78
Parking lights............................................. 94
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 59
Polishing.................................................. 343
Power front seat
memory function................................... 85
with keyless drive................................. 86
Power mirrors.......................................... 103
defroster............................................. 104
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 321
speed-dependent............................... 151
Power steering fluid................................. 357
Power tailgate.......................................... 271
Power windows....................................... 101
laminated glass................................... 102
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 20
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING. . 114, 333, 358R
Radio
Sirius satellite radio............................218
Radio functions........................................ 214
HD digital radio................................... 216
Rain sensor................................................ 98
READ button............................................ 131
Rear fog light.....................................94, 326
Rear park assist............................... 186, 188
Rear seat entertainment..........................245
Rear seat entertainment (option)
headphones........................................246
menus................................................. 251
remote control.................................... 254
Rear seat head restraints........................... 87
Rear seats
center head restraint............................. 87
folding................................................... 87
heated................................................. 143
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function............................... 104
compass............................................. 105
Rear window defroster............................104
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 39Refrigerant............................................... 357
Refueling..........................................266, 267
fuel filler cap....................................... 269
fuel filler door...................................... 268
fuel tank volume.................................357
Registering child restraints........................ 39
Remote control........................................ 254
replacing batteries.............................. 255
Remote key................................................ 56
approach lighting.................................. 58
immobilizer........................................... 57
key blade........................................ 56, 61
key memory.......................................... 57
locking the vehicle................................ 58
Personal Car Communicator..........58, 59
replacing the battery............................. 61
unlocking the vehicle............................ 58
Remote key/PCC
common functions................................ 58
Reporting safety defects............................ 17
Roadside Assistance............................... 362
Rollover Protection System (ROPS).......... 35
Roll Stability Control (RSC)........................ 35
Roof loads............................................... 274