
10 Audio
Introduction
10
246* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Controls
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POWER: press for on/off. If the audio sys-
tem is on when the remote key is turned to
position 0, it will continue to play until the
key is removed from the ignition slot (or the
driver's door is opened on vehicles with the
optional keyless drive). The system will
start automatically the next time the key is
turned to position I. See page 149 for infor-
mation about the ignition switch positions.
Display
Keypad
MENU: opens the menu system
Navigation control: Use the up/down
arrows to navigate among menu alterna-
tives.
EXIT: press to exit the menu system
ENTER: press to confirm a selection or
activate/deactivate a function
The audio system's functions can also be con-
trolled from the steering wheel keypad.
The menu alternatives are numbered and can
be selected directly from the keypad. Press
MENU and then the number(s) of the desired
menu alternative.
Audio levels
The audio systems is available in three levels:
•Performance1
•High Performance
•Premium Sound*
NOTE
The audio system features and equipment
described in this chapter may not be avail-
able on all audio levels.
1Certain Canadian models

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Audio functions
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NOTE
Any Bluetooth cell phones used must sup-
port Audio/Video Remote Control Profile
(AVRCP) and Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile (A2DP). The phone must use AVRCP
version 1.3 and A2DP 1.2. If older versions
of these standards are used, certain fea-
tures (e.g., scan or random) may not func-
tion.
Not all cell phones are fully compatible with
the vehicle's Bluetooth system. A list of
compatible phones is available at you Volvo
retailer or at www.volvocars.us.
Listening to streaming audioPress MODE several times to select BT as a
sound source.
Audio files on the connected device can be
selected in three ways:
•Turn the TUNING dial (4) in either direction.
•Use the navigation buttons / (6) to
select an audio file.
•Use the / buttons on the steering
wheel keypads.
Sound settings
Optimal sound reproductionThe audio system is calibrated for optimal
sound reproduction through the use of digital
signal processing. This calibration takes into
account the speakers, amplifier, cabin acous-
tics, the seating position of the listener, etc., for
each combination of vehicle and audio system.
There is also dynamic calibration that takes
into account the setting of the volume control,
radio reception, and the vehicle's speed. The
sound settings described in this manual, such
as
BASS, TREBLE, and Equalizer front…/Equalizer rear… are only intended to enable
the user to adapt sound reproduction to his/her
personal preferences.
1.
Press SOUND (5). Press this button
repeatedly until you come to the setting
that you wish to change.
2.
Turn the TUNING dial (4) to make the
desired setting.
The following settings can be made:
BASS–set the bass level
TREBLE–set the treble level
BALANCE–set the left/right sound balance
FADER–set the front/rear sound balance
CENTER–make settings for the center speaker
SURROUND–make settings for surround
sound
Surround soundSurround sound settings are used to
balance sound levels throughout the
vehicle. Surround settings for the var-
ious sound sources are made sepa-
rately.
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NOTE
•Dolby Surround Pro Logic II is only
available on the Premium Sound sys-
tem.
•When listening to FM radio stations,
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II functions
best in areas with strong reception. If
reception is weak, selecting 2 or 3-
channel stereo may provide better
sound quality.
The Dolby symbol will appear in the display
when Dolby Pro Logic II is activated.
There are three alternative settings:
•Pro Logic II
•3-channel
•Off (normal 2-channel stereo)
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II
Ÿ distributes the
stereo sound's two channels to the left, center,

10 Audio
Bluetooth® hands-free connection
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Introduction
System overview
Cell phone
Location of the microphone
Center console control panel and display
Bluetooth® hands-freeThis feature makes it possible to set up a wire-
less connection between a Bluetooth Ÿ-ena-
bled cell phone and the vehicle’s audio system.
This enables the audio system to function as a
hands-free connection and allows you to
remote-control a number of the phone’s func-
tions. The microphone used by this system is
located in the ceiling console (2). The buttonsand other controls on the cell phone can
always be used regardless of whether or not
the phone is connected to the hands-free sys-
tem.
NOTE
Not all cell phones are fully compatible with
the hands-free system. A list of compatible
phones is available at your Volvo retailer or
at www.volvocars.us
WARNING
Never use the hands-free feature or any
other device in your vehicle in a way that
distracts you from the task of driving safely.
Distraction can lead to a serious accident.
Getting started
Use the controls in the center console (3) to
access, navigate and make selections in the
hands-free system’s menus (see page 268).
Activating/deactivatingA short press on the PHONE button in the cen-
ter console activates the hands-free system.
The text
PHONE will appear at the top of the
display to indicate that the audio system is in
telephone mode.The
symbol indicates that the hands-free
system is active.
A long press on the PHONE button deactivates
the hands-free system and disconnects the
cell phone.
Connecting cell phonesThe procedure for connecting a cell phone var-
ies, depending on the phone itself, and on
whether or not the phone has been previously
connected.
If this is the first time the phone is to be con-
nected to the hands-free system, proceed as
follows:
Alternative 1–using the vehicle's menus
1.
Activate the cell phone’s Bluetooth
® func-
tion (refer to the phone’s owner’s manual if
necessary) or go to www.volvocars.com
2.
Activate the vehicle’s Bluetooth
® hands-
free system by briefly pressing the
PHONE button.
>
Add phone will be displayed. If one or
more cell phones are already registered
in the system, they will also be dis-
played.
3.
Select
Add phone.

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288
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets.......................................... 63
A
A/C (air conditioning)................................. 92
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 160
Accessory installation warning.................. 14
Adaptive brake lights............................... 159
Airbags
front...................................................... 24
inflatable curtain................................... 33
side impact........................................... 31
Airbag system............................................ 24
Air conditioning.......................................... 92
Air distribution table................................. 102
Air vents..................................................... 94
Alarm system........................................... 137
turning off sensors.............................. 138
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 160
Approach lighting...................................... 85
Audio files................................................ 260Audio system
audio functions................................... 247
automatic sound control..................... 251
AUX port............................................. 248
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 249
compact disc care.............................. 261
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II............... 250
equalizer............................................. 251
HD digital radio................................... 254
menu settings..................................... 263
radio functions.................................... 252
selecting a sound source.................... 247
SiriusXM
E satellite radio.................... 256
sound settings.................................... 250
steering wheel keypad........................ 247
storing radio stations.......................... 252
USB/iPod Ÿ connector........................ 248
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 79
Autolock..................................................... 84
Automatic locking retractor....................... 39
Automatic sound control.........................251
Automatic transmission........................... 155
kickdown............................................ 156
oil........................................................ 277
shiftlock override................................ 158
Automatic transmission - Geartronic....... 156AUX port.................................................. 248
Axle weight......................................187, 275
B
Backrest, rear seat, folding...................... 117
Bass......................................................... 250
Battery
maintenance....................................... 226
remote key, replacing......................... 128
specifications...................................... 282
warning symbols................................. 226
Battery – replacing................................... 227
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 170
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 264
Booster cushion
accessory............................................. 46
Brake fluid........................................ 224, 277
Brake lights........................................ 66, 159
Brake system
anti-lock brakes (ABS)........................ 160
Brake pad inspection.......................... 159
emergency brake assistance.............. 161
fluid..................................................... 224
general information............................. 159

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289
Bulbs
headlights........................................... 228
list of................................................... 234
Bulbs, replacing....................................... 228
C
Capacities, fluids..................................... 277
Capacity weight............................... 187, 275
Cargo area
steel grid............................................. 120
Cargo area cover.............................120, 121
Cargo area net......................................... 122
Catalytic converter, three-way................. 283
CD player................................................. 260
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 264
Central locking system - remote key....... 126
Chains...................................................... 189
Changing a wheel.................................... 200
Check Engine warning light....................... 58
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 39
Child restraint systems.............................. 40
booster cushions.................................. 46ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 47
top tether anchors................................ 48
Child safety................................................ 38
booster cushions.................................. 46
child restraint systems.......................... 40
Climate system
air distribution..................................... 102
air vents................................................ 94
Electronic Climate Control.................... 98
Interior Air Quality System.................... 99
manual climate control......................... 95
passenger compartment filter.............. 92
recirculation.......................................... 99
refrigerant.....................................92, 277
Climate system, general information......... 92
Clock
setting................................................... 84
Cold weather precautions........................ 143
Compact disc care..................................261
Compass in rearview mirror....................... 79
Conserving electrical current................... 144
Coolant.................................................... 277
changing............................................. 223
checking level of................................. 223
Courtesy lighting...................................... 113Crash mode............................................... 37
Cruise control............................................ 72
Cup holders.....................................114, 116
Curb weight.....................................187, 275
D
Daytime running lights.........................64, 65
Detachable key blade.............................. 128
Dimensions.............................................. 274
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag............................................................. 28
Display.......................................................61
Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II)........................ 250
Door mirrors............................................... 80
Driver distraction warning.......................... 14
Driving economically................................ 142
Driving through water..............................143
DSTC, stability system............................ 163

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293
Rain sensor - windshield wipers................ 75
Rear fog light............................................. 66
Rear park assist....................................... 174
Rear seat backrests, folding down.......... 117
Rearview mirror.......................................... 79
auto-dim function................................. 79
Rearview mirror with compass.................. 79
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 39
Recirculation (climate system)................... 99
Refrigerant (A/C system).................... 92, 277
Refueling.................................................. 148
fuel tank volume.................................277
Registering child restraints........................ 39
Remote key.............................................. 126
battery replacement............................ 128
functions............................................. 127
key blade............................................ 128
Replacing fuses....................................... 236
Reporting safety defects
Canada................................................. 19
USA....................................................... 18
Roof loads............................................... 169S
Safety, occupant........................................ 18
Safety defects, reporting
Canada................................................. 19
USA....................................................... 18
Seat belt
reminder................................................ 22
Seat belts................................................... 20
Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor.................................... 39
buckling................................................ 20
guides...................................................21
maintenance......................................... 22
pretensioners........................................ 20
unbuckling............................................ 20
use during pregnancy........................... 21
Seats, front.............................................. 106
Shiftlock.....................................................11
override............................................... 158
Side door mirrors....................................... 80
Side impact airbags................................... 31
Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags....... 31
SiriusXM
E satellite radio......................... 256
Snow chains............................................ 189Snow tires................................................ 189
Sound control, automatic........................251
Sound settings, audio system................. 250
Spare tire.........................................196, 197
Stability system....................................... 163
Dynamic Stability Traction Control
(DSTC)................................................ 163
Starting the engine..................................150
with keyless drive............................... 152
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)..............126, 150
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 77
keypad................................................ 247
Storage compartments............................ 114
Studded tires........................................... 189
Sunroof (moonroof).................................... 82
Supplemental restraint system.................. 23
Symbols, overview................................... 284
T
Tachometer................................................ 54
Tailgate wipers......................................... 225
Temporary spare tire.......................196, 197