2013 VOLVO S60 ignition

03 Your driving environment
Transmission
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gears, based on the level of acceleration and
speed. The car must be at a standstill when
shifting from position R to position D.
Geartronic–manual shiftingGeartronic allows you to manually shift among
your vehicle's six forward speeds. Geartronic
can be selected at any time.
•To access the manual shifting position
from Drive (D), move the gear selector to
the right (to the area marked M in the illus-
tration.
•To return to the D position from the manual
shifting position, move the gear selector to
the left.
While driving
•If you select the manual shifting position
while driving, the gear that was being used
in the Drive position will also initially be
selected in the manual shifting position.
•Move the gear selector forward (toward
"+") to shift to a higher gear or rearward
(toward "–") to shift to a lower gear.
•If you hold the gear selector toward "–", the
transmission will downshift one gear at a
time and will utilize the braking power of
the engine. If the current speed is too high
for using a lower gear, the downshift willnot occur until the speed has decreased
enough to allow the lower gear to be used.
•If you slow to a very low speed, the trans-
mission will automatically shift down.
Shiftlock – Neutral (N)If the gear selector is in the N position and the
vehicle has been stationary for at least 3 sec-
onds (irrespective of whether the engine is run-
ning) then the gear selector is locked.
To be able to move the gear selector from N to
another gear position, the brake pedal must be
depressed and the ignition must be in posi-
tion II, see page 84.
Geartronic–Sport mode (S)2
This transmission mode provides sportier shift-
ing characteristics and enables a more active
driving style by making it possible to drive at
higher rpm in each gear before shifting up. The
engine also responds faster when the throttle
pedal is pressed.
To access Sport mode from Drive (D), move the
gear selector to the right. The transmission will
not switch to manual shifting mode until the
gear selector is moved forward or rearward
toward + or –.
Sport mode can be selected any time.
NOTE
•On vehicles equipped with Sport mode,
the transmission symbol in the main
instrument panel will change from D to
S when the gear selector is moved to
the manual shifting mode. If the gear
selector is moved toward "+" or "-", the
number of the gear currently being used
will be displayed, see page 77).
•Please be aware that using Sport mode
may result in a slight decrease in fuel
economy. Driving in D can help improve
fuel economy.
Geartronic–starting on slippery surfacesSelecting 3rd gear in Geartronic’s manual shift-
ing mode can help provide better traction when
starting off on slippery surfaces. To do so:
1. Depress the brake pedal and move the
gear selector to the right from the D posi-
tion to the manual shifting position. The
text in the instrument panel display will
change from
D to 1.
2. Press the gear selector forward and
release it (this selects 2nd gear). Press the
selector forward again and release it to
select 3rd gear.
2Certain models only

03 Your driving environment
Parking brake
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Releasing the electric parking brake
Parking brake control
Manual release1. Fasten the seat belt.
2. Insert the remote key in the ignition slot and
press the START/STOP ENGINE button
(or press the START/STOP ENGINE but-
ton with a valid remote key in the passen-
ger compartment on vehicles with the
optional keyless drive).
3. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
4. Pull the parking brake control.
Automatic release1. Start the engine.
NOTE
•For safety reasons, the parking brake is
only released automatically if the engine
is running and the driver is wearing a seat
belt.
•The electric parking brake will be
released immediately when the acceler-
ator pedal is pressed and the gear selec-
tor is in position D or R.
2. Fasten the seat belt.
3.
Move the gear selector to position D or R
and press the accelerator pedal. The park-
ing brake will release when the vehicle
begins to move.
Heavy load uphillA heavy load, such as a trailer, can cause the
vehicle to roll backward when the parking
brake is released automatically on a steep
incline. To help avoid this:
1. Keep the electric parking brake lever
pushed in with the left hand while shifting
into Drive with the right.
2. While pressing the throttle pedal to pull
away, release the parking brake lever only
after the vehicle begins to move.
Symbols
SymbolSpecification
Read the message in the infor-
mation display
A flashing symbol indicates that
the parking brake is being
applied. If the symbol flashes in
any other situation then this
means that a fault has arisen.
Read the message on the infor-
mation display.
Messages
Park brake not fully released – A fault is pre-
venting the parking brake from being released.
Try to apply the parking brake and release it
several times. If the problem persists, contact

05 Comfort and driving pleasure
Menus and messages
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.187 Main instrument panel
Information display and menu controls
OK – access to the list of messages and
message confirmation.
Thumb wheel – browse among menus and
options in the list of functions.
RESET – reset the active function. Used in
certain cases to select/activate a function,
see the explanation under each respective
function.
The menus shown on the information displays
in the instrument panel are controlled with the
left lever. The menus shown depend on ignition
mode. Press OK to erase a message and return
to the menus.
Menu overviewDriving distance on current fuel reserveAverage
Instantaneous
Average speed
Current speed in mph (Canadian models
only)
Engine oil level*
Calibrate tire pressure*
Messages
When a warning, information or indicator sym-
bol comes on, a corresponding message
appears on the information display. An error
message is stored in a memory list until the
fault is rectified.Press OK to acknowledge and scroll among
the messages.
NOTE
If a warning message appears while you are
using the trip computer, the message must
be read and confirmed by pressing OK
before the previous activity can be
resumed.
MessageDescription
Stop engineAStop and switch off
the engine as soon
as possible. Serious
risk of damage.
Contact an author-
ized Volvo work-
shop.
Stop safelyAStop and switch off
the engine. Serious
risk of damage.
Contact an author-
ized Volvo work-
shop.

05 Comfort and driving pleasure
Passenger compartment convenience
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208* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Vanity mirror
G021438
Vanity mirror with lighting
The light comes on automatically when the
cover is lifted.
12-volt sockets
12-volt socket in the front tunnel console
12-volt socket in the rear center console
The electrical sockets can be used for 12-volt
accessories such as cell phone chargers and
coolers. For the socket to supply current, theignition must be in at least mode I, see
page 84.
The maximum current consumption is 10A
(120W) if only one of the 12-volt sockets in the
passenger compartment is in use. If both the
front and rear sockets are used at the same
time, the maximum current consumption per
socket is 7.5A (90W).
The auxiliary sockets can also be used to
power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette
lighters and ashtrays can be purchased from
your Volvo retailer.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not
in use.
12-volt socket in the trunk*

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Passenger compartment convenience
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Fold down the cover to access the electrical
socket.
NOTE
The 12-volt socket in the trunk provides
electrical current even when the ignition is
switched off. Using the socket while the
engine is not running will drain the battery.

06 Infotainment
Introduction
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212* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
General information
The infotainment system consists of radio and
media player features and also makes it pos-
sible to communicate via a cell phone. The
information is displayed on a 7" screen in the
center console. Infotainment functions can be
controlled from the center console or via the
buttons on the steering wheel keypad. On
models equipped with the optional navigation
system, voice commands can also be used to
e.g., set destinations, make calls from a
Bluetooth
Ÿ-connected cell phone, etc.
If the infotainment system was on when the
ignition was switched off, the most recently
used source (
FM1, etc.) will restart the next
time the ignition is put in mode I or higher. The
driver's door must also be closed on vehicles
with keyless drive*.
The infotainment system can be operated for
15 minutes at a time while the engine is
switched off by pressing the On/Off button.
While the engine is being started, the infotain-
ment system will be temporarily interrupted
and will resume when the engine has started.
NOTE
To help avoid excessive battery drain,
remove the remote key from the ignition slot
if the infotainment system is used while the
engine is switched off.
Dolby Pro Logic
The system is manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
Dolby Pro Logic II and the
symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
Audyssey MultEQ1
The Audyssey MultEQ system has been used
to optimize sound quality to help ensure a
world-class listening experience.
1Applies only to models with Premium Sound Multimedia.

06 Infotainment
Radio
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Skip optionsThis function is used to remove a channel from
the list of available channels.
Skipping a channel1.
Press OK/MENU.
2.
Scroll to the
Advanced settings menu.
3.
Press OK/MENU to enter the
Skip
options menu.
4.
Press OK/MENU to enter
Channel skip
list.
5.
Press OK/MENU to select
All categoriesor turn TUNE to scroll to a category and
press OK/MENU to select it.
6.
Press OK/MENU to select
Skip all
channels in the category or turn TUNE
to scroll to a channel and press OK/
MENU to select or deselect it. Multiple
channels can be selected.
Unskip all channelsThis removes all channels from the skip list and
makes them available for selection.
Temporary unskip all channelsThis function will temporarily unskip all chan-
nels and make them available for selection. The
channels remain on the skip list and will againbe skipped the next time the ignition is
switched on.
Channel lockAccess to specific channels can be restricted
(locked). A locked channel will not provide
audio, song titles, or artist information.
NOTE
All channels are initially unlocked.
Locking a channel1.
Press OK/MENU.
2.
Scroll to the
Advanced settings menu.
3.
Press OK/MENU and turn TUNE to scroll
to the
Lock options menu and press OK/
MENU.
4. Use the keypad in the central control panel
to enter the channel access code
2 and
press OK/MENU.
5.
Press OK/MENU to enter the
Channel
lock list.
6.
Press OK/MENU to select
All categoriesor turn TUNE to scroll to a category and
press OK/MENU to select it.7.
Press OK/MENU to select
Lock all
channels in the category or turn TUNE
to scroll to a channel and press OK/
MENU to select it. Multiple channels can
be selected.
The selected channel is now locked and a
checked box will be displayed to indicate this.
It will be necessary to enter the channel access
code
2 in order to listen to a locked channel.
Unlocking a channel
A channel's access code2 is required to unlock
a channel.
Unlock all channelsThis permanently removes all channels from
the locked list and makes them available for
selection.
Temporarily unlock all channelsThis function will temporarily unlock all chan-
nels and make them available for selection. The
channels remain on the locked list and will
again be locked the next time the ignition is
switched on.
CHANGE CODEThis function makes it possible to change the
channel access code. The default code is
0000.
To change the code:
2The default code is 0000. If you have changed the code and forgotten it, see the section "If you have forgotten the access code."

06 Infotainment
AUX/USB sockets
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235 Connecting external devices
Sockets for auxiliary devices in the storage com-
partment between the front seats
An auxiliary device, such as an iPodŸ or MP3
player can be connected to the infotainment
system via one of the sockets in the center
console storage compartment. A device con-
nected to the USB socket can be operated
using the vehicle's infotainment system con-
trols.
An iPod
Ÿ or an MP3 player with rechargeable
batteries will also be charged if the device is
connected to the USB socket (if the vehicle's
ignition is on or if the engine is running).
To connect a device:1.
Press MEDIA and turn TUNE to select the
desired source (
iPod, USB or AUX). Press
OK/MENU.
> For example, if a USB device has been
selected, the text
Connect USB will be
displayed.
2. Connect the device to one of the sockets
in the center console storage compartment
(see the illustration).
The text
Reading USB will be displayed while
the system reads the device's folders. This may
take a short time, depending on the folder
structure and the number of files.
When this information has been loaded, track
information will be displayed and a track can
be selected.
NOTE
•The system supports a number of
iPodŸ models produced in 2005 or later.
•In order to help avoid damage to the
USB socket, it will be switched off if
there is a short circuit or if the con-
nected device uses too much current
(which can happen if the device does
not comply with the USB standard). The
USB socket will reactivate the next time
the ignition is switched on if the problem
no longer exists. If the problem persists,
contact a trained and authorized Volvo
service technician.
Media menu selections can be made from the
center console or the steering wheel keypad,
see page 214 for more information.
Navigating and playing tracks1
Turn TUNE to access the device's playlist and
to navigate in this list. Press OK/MENU to
either select a sub-folder or confirm a choice
and begin playback. Press EXIT to cancel and
exit the playlist or to go back in the folder struc-
ture. Press and hold EXIT to go to the highest
level in the playlist.
1USB and iPodŸ only