2012 VOLVO XC70 warning lights

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.271 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 87.
When loading the cargo area, keep the follow-
ing in mind:
•Load objects in the cargo area against the
backrest 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 cargo area and 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 func-
tion of the Inflatable Curtain.
Power tailgate*
G017876
Power tailgate closing button
Automatic openingThe power tailgate can be opened automati-
cally in the three ways:
•By pressing and holding the but-
ton on the lighting panel until the tailgate
begins to open.
•By pressing and holding the button
on the remote key until the tailgate begins
to open.
•By pressing the rubber-covered button
under the outer handle on the tailgate.
The taillights illuminate automatically when the
automatic open function is used.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
324* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Introduction
All bulb specifications are listed on page 330.
The following bulbs should only be replaced by
a trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:
•Dome lighting, reading lights
•Glove compartment lighting
•Footwell lighting
•Turn signals in the door mirrors
•Approach lighting in the door mirrors
•Brake lights/rear fog light/taillights
•Rear parking lights
•Active Bending Lights
•LED bulbs
See page 330 for a list of bulb specifications.
NOTE
For information regarding any other bulbs
not mentioned in this section, please con-
tact your Volvo retailer or a trained and
authorized Volvo service technician.
WARNING
•The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.
•If the engine has been running just prior
to replacing bulbs in the headlight hous-
ing, please keep in mind that compo-
nents in the engine compartment will be
hot.
WARNING
•Active Bending Lights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, these
bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
•Turn off the lights and remove the
remote key from the ignition before
changing any bulbs.
Headlight housing
G010325
The entire headlight housing must be lifted out
when replacing all front bulbs.
CAUTION
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fin-
gers. Grease and oils from your fingers
vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit
on the reflector, which will damage it.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
08
342* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
PosFunctionA
Airbag system, occupant
weight sensor10
Collision warning system*5
Accelerator pedal, auto-
dim mirror function, heated
rear seats*7.5
-
Brake lights5
Power moonroof*20
Immobilizer5

08 Maintenance and specifications
Vehicle care
08

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not have facilities for washing the under-
body.
CAUTION
•Before driving into an automatic car
wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to
avoid damaging the windshield wipers.
•Make sure that side view mirrors, auxil-
iary lamps, etc, are secure, and that any
antenna(s) are retracted or removed.
Otherwise there is risk of the machine
dislodging them.
•Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-
plated wheels using the same deter-
gents used for the body of the vehicle.
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can
permanently stain chrome-plated
wheels.
WARNING
•When the vehicle is driven immediately
after being washed, apply the brakes,
including the parking brake, several
times in order to remove any moisture
from the brake linings.
•Engine cleaning agents should not be
used when the engine is warm. This
constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lightingCondensation may form temporarily on the
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as
headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This is nor-
mal and the lights are designed to withstand
moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi-
pate after the lights have been on for a short
time.
Polishing and waxing
•Normally, polishing is not required during
the first year after delivery, however, wax-
ing may be beneficial.
•Before applying polish or wax the vehicle
must be washed and dried. Tar spots can
be removed with kerosene or tar remover.
Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing
compound.
•After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
•Several commercially available products
contain both polish and wax.
•Waxing alone does not substitute for pol-
ishing a dull surface.
•A wide range of polymer-based waxes can
be purchased today. These waxes are easy
to use and produce a long-lasting, high-
gloss finish that protects the bodywork
against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
•Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct
sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should
not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C).
CAUTION
Volvo does not recommend the use of long-
life or durable paint protection coatings,
some of which may claim to prevent pitting,
fading, oxidation, etc. These coatings have
not been tested by Volvo for compatibility
with your vehicle's clear coat. Some of them
may cause the clear coat to soften, crack,
or cloud. Damage caused by application of
paint protection coatings may not be cov-
ered under your vehicle's paint warranty.
Cleaning the interior
Only use cleaning agents and car care prod-
ucts recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly
and follow the instructions included with the
car care product.
Upholstery care
Fabric
Clean with soapy water or a detergent. For
more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream,
shoe polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric
stain remover. Consult your Volvo retailer.
AlcanteraTM suede-like materialSuede-like upholstery can be cleaned with a
soft cloth and mild soap solution.

09 Specifications
Overview of information and warning symbols09

* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.361 Introduction
The symbols in the vehicle's various displays
are divided into three main categories:
•Warning symbols
•Indicator symbols
•Information symbols
The following tables list the most common
symbols, their meaning and the pages in this
manual that provide more detailed information.
Warning symbol
The red warning symbol lights up to
indicate a problem related to safety and/or
drivability. A message will also appear in the
main instruments panel's display.
Information symbol
The information symbol lights up and a
text message is displayed to provide the driver
with necessary information about one of the
vehicle's systems.
Symbols in the main instrument panel
Warning symbols
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Low oil pressure78
A
Parking brake78
SRS airbags78
Seat belt reminder79
Generator not charg-
ing79
A
Fault in the brake sys-
tem79
Warning symbol79
ACanadian models
Indicator symbols
SymbolDescriptionP.
no.
Fault in the Active
Bending Light
(ABL)*system77
A
Malfunction indicator
light77
A
Anti-lock brake sys-
tem (ABS)77
Rear fog light on77
Stability system
(DSTC), Hill Descent
Control, Trailer Stabil-
ity Assist*77
Tire pressure monitor-
ing sensor (TPMS)77
Low fuel level77

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
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366
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 199
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 119
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................150
Active yaw control................................... 148
Adaptive brake lights............................... 118
Adaptive cruise control.................... 153, 155
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 142
Air distribution.......................................... 138
Air distribution table................................. 144
Air vents................................................... 139
All Wheel Drive......................................... 117
Anti-freeze.......................................264, 322Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 76
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 119
Approach lighting................................56, 97
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 227
BluetoothŸ devices............................. 230
BluetoothŸ hands-free system........... 233
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 230
general functions................................ 211
getting started.................................... 206
HD digital radio................................... 216
introduction......................................... 204
media player....................................... 223
menus................................................. 256
overview.............................................. 204
radio functions.................................... 214
Rear seat entertainment..................... 245
Sirius satellite radio............................218
sound settings.................................... 212
steering wheel keypad........................ 209
voice control....................................... 241
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 104
Automatic locking retractor....................... 37
Automatic transmission
Geartronic................................... 115, 116
general description.....................115, 116oil........................................................ 359
shiftlock override................................ 116
Axle weight.............................................. 297
B
Battery
changing..................................... 334, 335
maintenance....................................... 334
remote key, replacing........................... 59
specifications...................................... 360
warning symbols................................. 333
Black box................................................... 11
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 193, 194, 195
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 233
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 48
Booster cushions....................................... 45
Brake lights.............................................. 118
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 119
Brake pad inspection.......................... 118
checking fluid level............................. 322
emergency brake assistance.............. 119
fluid..................................................... 359

10 Index
10
367
general information............................. 118
Hill Descent Control............................ 124
warning light......................................... 78
Bulbs
cargo area lighting.............................. 329
headlights...........................324, 325, 326
introduction......................................... 324
license plate lights.............................. 329
side marker lights...............................327
specifications...................................... 330
taillight................................................ 328
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 189
Capacity weight....................................... 297
Cargo area
changing bulbs................................... 329
floor rails............................................. 273
hooks for securing loads............273, 274
steel grid............................................. 276
Cargo area cover..................................... 277
Cargo area net......................................... 277
Catalytic converter................................... 269
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 233Cell phone voice control.......................... 241
Central locking system, introduction......... 54
Chains...................................................... 300
Check engine light..................................... 76
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 38
Child restraint systems.............................. 39
booster cushions.................................. 45
convertible seats.................................. 43
infant seats........................................... 41
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 46
top tether anchors................................ 47
Child safety................................................ 36
booster cushions.................................. 45
child restraint systems.......................... 39
convertible seats.................................. 43
infant seats........................................... 41
Child safety locks...................................... 51
City Safety™............................................ 166
Climate system........................................ 143
air distribution............................. 138, 144
air vents.............................................. 139
Interior Air Quality System.................. 138
introduction......................................... 137
passenger compartment filter............ 137
refrigerant........................................... 137Clock, setting............................................. 80
Cold weather driving................................ 264
Collision warning system.................171, 172
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 105
Conserving electrical current................... 263
Controls, center console.......................... 256
Convertible seats....................................... 43
Coolant............................................322, 359
Cooling system, general information....... 263
Courtesy lighting........................................ 96
Crash mode............................................... 35
Cruise control..................................151, 152
adaptive.............................................. 153
Curb weight............................................. 297
Current, conserving................................. 263
D
Defroster.................................................. 143
Detachable key blade..........................59, 61
Dimensions
XC70................................................... 354