2013 VOLVO S60 windshield wipers

09 Maintenance and specifications
Wiper blades and washer fluid 09
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Wiper blades
The windshield wiper blades are different
lengths. The blade on the driver’s side is longer
than the one on the passenger side.
Service position
Wiper blades in service position
The wiper blades must be in the vertical (serv-
ice) position for replacement, washing or to lift
them away from the windshield when e.g.,
removing ice or snow. To put them in this posi-
tion:
CAUTION
Be sure the wiper blades are not frozen in
position before attempting to move them to
the service position.
1. Insert the remote key into the ignition
slot1 and press the START/STOP
ENGINE button briefly to put the ignition in
mode I (see page 85 for detailed informa-
tion about the ignition modes).
2.
Press the START/STOP ENGINE button
again briefly to switch the ignition off.
3. Within 3 seconds, move the right steering
wheel lever up and hold it for at least 1 sec-
ond.
> The wipers will then move to the vertical
(service) position on the windshield.
NOTE
After the wiper arms have been in the serv-
ice position, the wipers must be switched on
and off at least once before the service posi-
tion can be used again.
The wipers can be returned to the normal posi-
tion by pressing the START/STOP ENGINEbutton briefly to put the ignition in mode I (or
by starting the engine).
CAUTION
If the wiper arms have been folded out from
the windshield while in the service position,
fold them back against the windshield
before returning the wipers to the normal
position to help avoid scratching the paint
on the hood.
Replacing the windshield wiper blades
1Not necessary on vehicles with the optional keyless drive.

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With the wipers in the service position, fold
out the wiper arm from the windshield.
Press the button on the wiper blade attach-
ment and pull the wiper blade straight out,
parallel with the wiper arm.
Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks
into place.
Check that the blade is securely in place.
4. Press the wipers back against the wind-
shield.To return the wipers from the service position
to the normal position, fold the wipers back
against the windshield and press the START/
STOP ENGINE button briefly to put the ignition
in mode I (or start the engine).
CleaningKeeping the windshield and wiper blades clean
helps improve visibility and prolongs the serv-
ice life of the wiper blades. Clean the wiper
blades with a stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm
soap solution or car washing detergent.
Filling washer fluid
Location of the washer fluid reservoir
The windshield and headlight washers share a
common reservoir.
The washer fluid reservoir is located on the
driver's side of the engine compartment. Dur-ing cold weather, the reservoir should be filled
with windshield washer solvent containing
antifreeze. For capacities, see page 347.

09 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses 09
326* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Engine compartment, upper
Engine compartment, front
Engine compartment, lower
PositionsThese fuses are all located in the engine com-
partment box. Fuses in
are located under
.
NOTE
•Fuses 16 – 33 and 35 – 41 may be
changed at any time when necessary.
•Fuses 1 – 15, 34 and 42 – 44 are relays/
circuit breakers and should only be
removed or replaced by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.
•There is a special fuse removal tool on
the underside of the cover.
PosFunctionA
Circuit breaker50
Circuit breaker50
Circuit breaker60
Circuit breaker60
PosFunctionA
Circuit breaker60
–
–
Headlight washers*20
Windshield wipers30
–
Climate system blower40
–
ABS pump40
ABS valves20
–
Active Bending Lights-
headlight leveling*10
Central electrical module20
ABS5
Speed-dependent steering
force*5
PosFunctionA
Engine Control Module
(ECM), transmission, SRS10
Heated washer nozzles*10
Vacuum pump (5-cylinder
engine)5
Lighting panel5
-
-
-
Relay - engine compart-
ment box5
Auxiliary lights*20
Horn15
Engine Control Module
(ECM)10
Control module - automatic
transmission15
A/C compressor15
Relay-coils5

09 Maintenance and specifications
Vehicle care09
333
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.

11 Index
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361
Trailer towing...................................265, 266
trailer hitch.......................................... 266
Transmission
general description.....................118, 119
oil........................................................ 347
shiftlock override................................ 120
Tread wear indicator................................ 275
Trip computer.......................................... 203
Trip odometers.......................................... 82
Trips, long distance................................. 255
Trunk
changing bulbs................................... 316
driving with it open.............................254
opening manually................................. 67
Tunnel detection........................................ 96
Turn signals............................................... 98
indicator lights...................................... 79
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................285
Unlocking the vehicle..........................55, 65
Upholstery care....................................... 333
V
Valet locking.............................................. 60
Vanity mirror............................................ 208
changing bulbs................................... 317
Vehicle Event Data....................................... 9
Vehicle loading................................262, 283
roof loads............................................ 264
Vehicle maintenance................................ 304
performed by the owner.....................305
Vehicle weights........................................ 344
Voice control
cell phones......................................... 248
Volvo and the environment........................ 12
Volvo maintenance.................................. 304
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 352
Volvo programs.......................................352
Volvo Sensus........................................... 186
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 98
Warning lights.......................... 77, 78, 79, 80
Warning symbol......................................... 81Warning system, collision................157, 158
Warranties................................................ 304
Washer fluid..................................... 319, 347
Washers
headlight............................................. 102
windshield........................................... 101
Water, driving through............................. 255
Waxing..................................................... 333
Weights.................................................... 344
Wheels.....................................................274
changing..................................... 294, 295
storing................................................. 276
Whiplash Protection System..................... 34
Windows
power.................................................. 103
Windshield
rain sensor.......................................... 101
washers.............................................. 102
wipers/washers................................... 101
Windshield washer fluid................... 319, 347
Windshield wipers.................................... 318
service position................................... 318
Wiper blades
replacing............................................. 318