2012 VOLVO XC70 high beam

04 Comfort and driving pleasure
City Safety™
04

169 The laser sensor
The upper decal describes the laser beam's
classification and contains the following text:
Invisible Laser radiation – Do not view directly
with optical instruments (magnifiers) – Class
1M laser product.
The lower decal describes the laser beam's
physical data and contains the text:
IEC 60825-1:1993 + A2:2001. Complies with
FDA performance standards for laser products
except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice
No. 50, dated July 26th, 2001
The laser beam's physical data is listed in the
following table:
Maximum pulse energy2.64 μJ
Maximum average output45 mW
Pulse length33 ns
Divergence (horizontal × verti-
cal)28° × 12°
NOTE
The function of aftermarket laser detectors
may be affected by City Safety's laser sen-
sor.
WARNING
The laser sensor emits light when the igni-
tion is in mode II or higher, even if City
Safety™ has been switched off.
WARNING
Eye injury may occur if any of the following
points are not followed:
•It is essential that all pertinent instruc-
tions be followed when handling laser
instruments. Testing, repairing, remov-
ing, adjusting and/or replacing any
components in the laser sensor may
only be done by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.
•Do not remove the laser sensor (includ-
ing removal of the lenses). A laser sen-
sor that has been removed belongs to
laser class 3B according to standard
IEC 60825-1. Devices in laser class 3B
present a risk of injury to the eyes.
•The laser sensor’s connector must be
disconnected before the sensor is
removed from the windshield.
•The laser sensor must be mounted in
place on the windshield before con-
necting the sensor’s connector.
•Do not view the laser sensor (which
emits spreading, invisible laser beams)
with optical instruments from a distance
of less than 4 inches (100 mm).

06 During your trip
Driving recommendations
06
264
the ignition switched off, which drains the
battery.
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 357 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 300.
•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

08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
326
Low beam, Halogen
G021746
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 324).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 325).
3. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
4. Remove the bulb by pressing the holder
downward.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket until it
snaps into place. It can only be secured in
one position.
6. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
High beam, Halogen
G021747
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 324).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 325).
3. Remove the bulb by turning it counter-
clockwise and pulling it straight out.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket and turn
it clockwise to put it in place. It can only be
secured in one position.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight
housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
Extra high beam2
G021748
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 324).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 325).
3. Remove the bulb by pressing the holder
downward.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb in the connector until it
snaps in place. It can only be inserted in
one way.
6. Return the bulb holder into position in the
headlight housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
2Models with optional Active Bending Lights only.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08

327 Parking lights
G021749
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 324).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 325).
3. To access the bulb, first remove the high
beam bulb.
4. Pull the wire to withdraw the bulb holder.
5. Remove the burned out bulb and install a
new one. It can only be secured in one
position.
6. Press the bulb holder into the socket and
press until it clicks into place.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
Turn signals
G021750
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 324).
2. Remove the round cover by pulling the tab
until the cover comes off.
3. Pull out the holder to access the bulb.
4. Remove the burned out bulb by pressing it
in slightly and turning out before pulling it
out. Press a new bulb into the socket.
5. Press the bulb holder into the socket and
press until it clicks into place.
6. Press the cover until it clicks into position.
7. Reinstall the headlight housing.
Side marker lights
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 324.
G021751
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 324).
2. Remove the round cover.
3. Pull the wire to withdraw the bulb holder.
4. Pull out the burned out bulb and install a
new one. It can only be secured in one
position.
5. Press the bulb holder into the socket and
press until it clicks into place.
6. Press the cover until it clicks into position.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
330* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
2. Press the three lower lugs back into posi-
tion.
Bulb specifications
Lighting
functionWattageBulb
Extra high
beam (models
with Active
Bending
Lights*)55H7 LL
Low beam
(halogen)55H11 LL
High beam
(halogen)65H9
Rear turn sig-
nals21PY21W
LL
Front turn sig-
nals21H21W LL
Front fog
lights35H8
License plate
lighting5C5W LL
Lighting
functionWattageBulb
Vanity mirror1.2SV5.5
(length
35mm)
Front parking
lights5W5W LL
Front side
marker lights5W5W LL
Glove com-
partment
lighting5SV8.5
(length
43mm)
Cargo area
lighting10SV8.5
(length
43mm)
NOTE
Please consult a Volvo retailer’s Parts
department for the most up-to-date speci-
fications.

09 Specifications
Overview of information and warning symbols 09
362* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Information symbol,
see text in information
display77
High beam indicator76
Left turn signal indica-
tor76
Right turn signal indi-
cator76
ACanadian models
Other information symbols
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *155,
161
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *155,
161
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *, Distance Alert*155,
161,
163
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *, Distance Alert*155,
161,
163
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *155,
161
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *, Distance Alert*155,
161,
163
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol *, Distance Alert*155,
161,
163
Adaptive Cruise Con-
trol*155,
161
Radar sensor*158
Camera*
Laser sensor*175
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Collision Warning with
Full Auto-brake and
Pedestrian Detection*177
Driver Alert System*179
Active Bending Lights
(ABL)*93
Fuel filler door (arrow
indicates it is on right
side of vehicle)76
Rain sensor*98
Driver Alert System*180
Driver Alert System*,
Lane Departure Warn-
ing*182

10 Index
10
369
Geartronic................................................ 116
Geartronic automatic transmission.. 115, 116
Generator warning light............................. 78
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 296
Grocery bag holder.................................. 275
Gross vehicle weight...............................297
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 95
HD digital radio........................................ 216
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 93
changing bulbs...........................325, 326
high/low beams.................................... 92
high beam flash.................................... 92
Headlight washers..................................... 99
Headphones............................................ 246
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 87
Heated front seats................................... 140
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 270
Heated rear seats.................................... 141
High beams................................................ 92
indicator light........................................ 77Hill Descent Control................................. 124
Hoisting the vehicle.................................317
HomeLink
® Wireless Control System...... 108
Home safe lighting............................... 96, 97
Hood, opening/closing............................319
Horn........................................................... 91
I
Ignition modes........................................... 82
Immobilizer................................................ 55
Important information.................................. 8
Indicator lights.........................75, 76, 77, 78
Infant seats................................................ 41
Inflatable Curtain........................................ 32
Inflation pressure..................................... 291
Inflation pressure table............................293
Information and warning symbols, table
of.............................................................. 361
Information lights.....................75, 76, 77, 78
Information symbol.................................... 77
Infotainment system................................ 204
AUX/USB sockets............................... 227Bluetooth
Ÿ devices............................. 230
Bluetooth® hands-free system........... 233
general functions................................ 211
getting started.................................... 206
media player....................................... 223
menus................................................. 256
radio functions.................................... 214
rear seat entertainment....................... 245
rear seat entertainment system, remote
control................................................. 254
sound settings.................................... 212
voice control....................................... 241
Inspection readiness................................ 317
Instrument lighting..................................... 92
Instrument overview............................74, 75
Instrument panel...................................... 129
Integrated two-stage booster cushion...... 48
Interior Air Quality System....................... 138
Interior lighting........................................... 96
iPodŸ connector (audio system)............. 227
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors............................. 46