03 Your driving environment
Starting the engine
03
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WARNING
•Always remove the remote key from the
ignition slot when leaving the vehicle
and ensure that the ignition in mode 0
(see page 85 for information about the
ignition modes), especially if there are
children in the vehicle.
•On vehicles with th optional keyless
drive, never remove the remote key
from the vehicle while it is being driven
or towed.
•Always place the gear selector in Park
and apply the parking brake before
leaving the vehicle. Never leave the
vehicle unattended with the engine run-
ning.
•Always open garage doors fully before
starting the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monox-
ide, which is invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.
NOTE
•After a cold start, idle speed may be
noticeably higher than normal for a
short period. This is done to help bring
components in the emission control
system to their normal operating tem-
perature as quickly as possible, which
enables them to control emissions and
help reduce the vehicle's impact on the
environment
3.
CAUTION
•When starting in cold weather, the auto-
matic transmission may shift up at
slightly higher engine speeds than nor-
mal until the automatic transmission
fluid reaches normal operating tem-
perature.
•Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not reach
some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
•The engine should be idling when you
move the gear selector. Never acceler-
ate until after you feel the transmission
engage. Accelerating immediately after
selecting a gear will cause harsh
engagement and premature transmis-
sion wear.
•Selecting P or N when idling at a stand-
still for prolonged periods of time will
help prevent overheating of the auto-
matic transmission fluid.
3If the gear selector is in the D or R positions and the car is not moving, engine speed (rpm) will be lower and it will take longer for the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
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Driving recommendations
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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. 0W-30 oil is recommended for
driving in areas with sustained low temper-
atures.
•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 286.
•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
4 parts water Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part
washer solvent and 3 parts water Down to
0 °F (–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and
2 parts water Down to –18 °F (–28 °C):
1 part washer solvent and 1 part water.
•Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.
•Avoid using de-icing sprays as they can
cause damage to the locks.
10 Specifications
Specifications
10
347 Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)7.4 US qts (7 liters)Transmission fluid AW-1
Coolant3.0T
T59.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)Coolant with corrosion inhibitor
mixed with water (50/50 mix), see
packaging.
Air conditioningAll models1.7 lbs (770 g)Refrigerant: R134a (HFC134a),
PAG oil
Brake fluid0.63 US qts (0.6 liters)DOT 4+
Power steering1.26 US qts (1.2 liters)Power steering fluid WSS
M2C204-A2 or equivalent product.
Washer fluid6.8 US qts (6.5 liters)
4.7 US qts (4.5 liters
B)
Use a washer antifreeze recom-
mended by Volvo, mixed with
water.
Fuel tank volume18.5 US gallons (70 liters)
AUnder normal driving conditions the transmission oil does not need changing during its service life. However, it may be necessary under adverse driving conditions.BModels without headlight washers
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1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 208
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 122
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................205
Active high beams..................................... 95
Active yaw control................................... 130
Adaptive brake lights............................... 121
Adaptive cruise control.................... 137, 139
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................27, 28
front...................................................... 23
inflatable curtain................................... 33
side impact........................................... 31
Air conditioning........................................ 200
Air distribution.......................................... 196
Air distribution table................................. 202
Air vents................................................... 197
All Wheel Drive......................................... 120Anti-freeze.......................................256, 310
Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 78
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 122
Approach lighting..............................55, 100
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 235
Bluetooth Ÿ devices............................. 238
Bluetooth Ÿ hands-free system........... 240
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 238
getting started.................................... 213
HD digital radio................................... 224
introduction......................................... 212
media player....................................... 231
overview.............................................. 212
radio functions.................................... 222
SiriusXM
E satellite radio.................... 226
sound settings.................................... 217
steering wheel keypad........................ 214
voice control....................................... 248
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 106
Automatic locking retractor....................... 38
Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 119
general description.....................118, 119oil........................................................ 347
shiftlock override................................ 120
Axle weight.............................................. 283
B
Battery
changing..................................... 321, 322
maintenance....................................... 321
remote key, replacing........................... 58
specifications...................................... 348
warning symbols................................. 320
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 179, 180, 181
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 240
Booster cushions....................................... 46
Brake lights.............................................. 121
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 122
Brake pad inspection.......................... 121
checking fluid level............................. 310
emergency brake assistance.............. 122
fluid..................................................... 347
general information............................. 121
warning light......................................... 80
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E
ECC.................................................200, 201
Economical driving.................................. 254
Electric parking brake.............................. 124
Electronic Climate Control.......198, 200, 201
air distribution table............................ 202
Interior Air Quality System.................. 201
Emergency locking retractor...................... 38
Emergency starting.................................. 116
Emergency towing................................... 268
Emission inspection readiness................ 305
Engine
overheating........................................... 81
specifications...................................... 345
starting................................................ 113
switching off....................................... 116
Engine compartment overview................307
Engine Drag Control (EDC)......................130
Engine oil................................................. 346
checking............................................. 308
low pressure warning light.............. 79, 80
volumes.............................................. 346
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 115
Environment............................................... 12Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 262
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 304
Flat tires
repairing with tire sealing system....... 288
Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 335
placing correctly................................. 113
Fluid specifications.................................. 347
Fog lights
front/rear............................................... 97
Four C (active chassis system)................205
Front airbags.............................................. 23
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 27, 28
Front park assist..............................171, 173
Front seats...........................................86, 88
Fuel filler cap........................................... 260
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 259
Fuel level warning light.............................. 79
Fuel requirements............................ 257, 258
Fuel tank volume.....................................347Fuses...............................324, 325, 328, 331
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink® Wireless Control System. 110
Gasoline requirements............................. 258
Gas tank volume...................................... 347
Gauges...................................................... 77
Geartronic................................................ 119
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 119
Generator warning light............................. 80
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 282
Grocery bag holder.................................. 263
Gross vehicle weight...............................283
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 98
HD digital radio........................................ 224
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 96
active high beams................................. 95
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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