07 During your journey
Recommendations during driving
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General
Economical drivingDriving economically means driving smoothly
while thinking ahead and adjusting your driving
style and speed to the prevailing conditions.
•Drive in the highest gear possible, adapted
to the current traffic situation and road -
lower engine speeds result in lower fuel
consumption.
•Avoid driving with open windows.
•Avoid sudden unnecessary acceleration
and heavy braking.
•Remove unnecessary items from the car -
the greater the load the higher the fuel con-
sumption.
•Use engine braking to slow down, when it
can take place without risk to other road
users.
•A roof load and ski box increase air resis-
tance, leading to higher fuel consumption
- remove the load carriers when not in use.
•Do not run the engine to operating tem-
perature at idling speed, but rather drive
with a light load as soon as possible - a
cold engine consumes more fuel than a
warm one.
•A car with D2, D3, D4 or D5 engine in com-
bination with a 6-speed manual gearbox is
started in 2nd gear.For more information and further advice, see
the pages 12 and 384.
WARNING
Never switch off the engine while moving,
such as downhill, this deactivates important
systems such as the power steering and
brake servo.
Driving in waterThe car can be driven through water at a maxi-
mum depth of 25 cm at a maximum speed of
10 km/h. Extra caution should be exercised
when passing through flowing water.
During driving in water, maintain a low speed
and do not stop the car. When the water has
been passed, depress the brake pedal lightly
and check that full brake function is achieved.
Water and mud for example can make the
brake linings wet resulting in delayed brake
function.
•Clean the electric contacts of the electric
engine block heater and trailer coupling
after driving in water and mud.
•Do not let the car stand with water over the
sills for any long period of time - this could
cause electrical malfunctions.
IMPORTANT
Engine damage can occur if water enters
the air filter.
In depths greater than 25 cm, water could
enter the transmission. This reduces the
lubricating ability of the oils and shortens
the service life of these systems.
In the event of the engine stalling in water,
do not try restart - tow the car from the water
to a workshop - an authorised Volvo work-
shop is recommended. Risk of engine
breakdown.
Engine, gearbox and cooling systemUnder special conditions, for example hard
driving in hilly terrain and hot climate, there is
a risk that the engine and drive system may
overheat - in particular with a heavy load.
For information about overheating when driv-
ing with a trailer, see page 298.
•Remove any auxiliary lamps from in front
of the grille when driving in hot climates.
•If the temperature in the engine's cooling
system is too high the instrument panel's
warning symbol is illuminated and there is
a text message displayed there
High
engine temp Stop safely - stop the car in
a safe way and allow the engine to run at
idling speed for several minutes to cool
down.
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Driving with a trailer
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Diesel engine 5-cyl
•In the event of a risk of overheating the
optimal speed for the engine is 2300-3000
rpm for optimal circulation of the coolant.
Automatic gearbox
OverheatingWhen driving with a trailer in hilly terrain in a hot
climate there may be a risk of overheating.
•An automatic gearbox selects the optimum
gear related to load and engine speed.
•In the event of overheating a warning sym-
bol illuminates on the instrument panel
combined with a text message - follow the
recommendation given.
Steep inclines
•Do not lock the automatic transmission in
a higher gear than the engine "can cope
with" - it is not always a good idea to drive
at a high gear with low engine revolutions.
IMPORTANT
See also the specific information on slow
driving with trailer for cars with the
Powershift automatic transmission on page
125.
Parking on a hill1. Depress the foot brake.2. Activate the parking brake.
3.
Move the gear selector to position P.
4. Release the foot brake.
•Move the gear selector to park position P
when parking an automatic car with a
hitched trailer. Always use the parking
brake.
•Block the wheels with chocks when park-
ing a car with hitched trailer on a hill.
Starting on a hill1. Depress the foot brake.
2. Move the gear selector to driving posi-
tion D.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Release the foot brake and start driving off.
Towing bracket
If the car is equipped with a detachable towbar,
the installation instructions for the loose sec-
tion must be followed carefully, see page 301.
WARNING
If the car is fitted with a Volvo detachable
towbar:
•Follow the installation instructions care-
fully.
•The detachable section must be locked
with the key before setting off.
•Check that the indicator window shows
green.
Important checks
•The towbar's towball must be cleaned and
greased regularly.
NOTE
If a towball hitch with vibration damper is
used, it is not necessary to grease the tow-
ball.
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301 Attaching the towbar
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Remove the protective cover by first press-
ing in the catch
and then pulling the
cover straight back
.
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Ensure that the mechanism is in the
unlocked position by turning the key clock-
wise.
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The indicator window must show red.
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Insert the towbar until you hear a click.
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The indicator window must show green.
G000000
Turn the key anticlockwise to locked posi-
tion. Remove the key from the lock.
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Wiper blades and washer fluid 09
342
Fold up the wiper arm when it is in service
position. Press the button located on the
wiper blade mounting and pull straight out
parallel with the wiper arm.
Slide in the new wiper blade until a "click"
is heard.
Check that the blade is firmly installed.
4. Fold the wiper arm back towards the wind-
screen.
The wipers return from service position to their
starting position when you briefly press the
START/STOP ENGINE button to set the car’s
electrical system to key position I (or when the
car is started).
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NOTE
The wiper blades are different lengths. The
blade on the driver's side is longer than the
blade on the passenger side.
Replacing the wiper blades, rear window
1. Fold out the wiper arm.
2. Grip the inner section of the blade (by the
arrow).
3. Turn anticlockwise to use the blade's end
position against the wiper arm as a lever to
detach the blade more easily.
4. Press the new wiper blade into position.
Check that it is firmly installed.
5. Lower the wiper arm.
CleaningFor cleaning wiper blades and windscreen, see
page 361 and onwards.
IMPORTANT
Check the wiper blades regularly.
Neglected maintenance shortens the serv-
ice life of the wiper blades.
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09 Maintenance and service
Fuses 09
356* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Box AFunctionA
--
Infotainment control module5
Audio control unit (ampli-
fier)*
Digital radio*; TV*10
Audio15
Telematics*; Bluetooth*5
--
Sunroof*; Interior lighting
roof; Climate sensor*;
Damper motors, air intake5
12 V socket, tunnel console15
Seat heating, rear right*15
Seat heating, rear left*15
--
Seat heating (passenger
side)15
Seat heating (driver's side)15
Box AFunctionA
Parking assistance*; Park-
ing camera*; Towbar control
module *
BLIS*5
AWD control module*15
Active chassis Four-C*10
Box BFunctionA
Rear window wiper15
--
Interior lighting; Driver's
door control panel, power
windows; Power seats,
front*; Remote controlled
garage door opener*7.5
Information display (DIM)5
Adaptive cruise control,
ACC*; collision warning sys-
tem*10
Interior lighting; Rain sensor7.5
Steering wheel module7.5
Box BFunctionA
Central locking system, fuel
filler flap10
Rear window washer15
Windscreen washers15
Unlocking, tailgate10
Folding head restraint*10
Fuel pump20
Movement detector alarm*;
Climate panel5
Steering lock15
Siren alarm*; Data link con-
nector OBDII5
--
Airbags10
Collision warning system*5
Accelerator pedal sensor,
PTC element air preheater*;
Dimming, interior rearview
mirror*; Seat heating, rear*7.5
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Fuses 09
358* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Cargo area
Positions
FunctionA
Electric parking brake, left30
Electric parking brake, right30
Rear window defroster30
Trailer socket 2*15
FunctionA
--
12 V socket, cargo area15
--
--
FunctionA
--
--
Trailer socket 1*40
--
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Fuse table
fuses in engine compartment............. 352
G
Gearbox...................................................121
automatic............................................ 122
manual................................................121
Gear selector inhibitor.............................124
Gear selector inhibitor, mechanical disen-
gagement................................................. 124
Geartronic................................................ 123
Glass
laminated/reinforced........................... 101
Global opening........................................ 210
Glovebox................................................. 228
locking.................................................. 59
Gross vehicle weight...............................373
GSI - Gear selector assistance................ 121
H
Handbrake............................................... 137
Hazard warning flashers............................ 92Headlamp levelling.................................... 86
Headlamp pattern, adjusting..................... 94
Headlamp pattern adjustment
Active Bending Lights .......................... 94
Headlamps............................................... 335
Head restraint
centre seat, rear.................................... 82
lowering.......................................... 82, 84
Heated washer nozzles.............................. 99
Heating.................................................... 216
rearview and door mirrors.................. 104
rear window........................................ 104
seats...................................................215
Heat-reflecting windscreen...................... 101
High engine temperature......................... 298
High-pressure headlamp washing............. 99
HomeLink
Ÿ .............................................. 141
Home safe lighting..................................... 94
Hoot........................................................... 85
Horn........................................................... 85
I
IAQS – Interior Air Quality System........... 211
IC – Inflatable Curtain................................ 26
Ignition keys............................................... 78
Immobiliser................................................ 45
Indicator lamps, PCC................................ 47
Inflatable curtain........................................ 26
Information button, PCC............................ 47
Information displays.................................. 71
Infotainment system ...............................234
menus ................................................ 238
overview ............................................. 235
source buttons ................................... 235
voice control....................................... 271
Inlaid mats............................................... 228
Instrument lighting, see Lighting................ 86
Instrument overview
left-hand drive....................................... 68
right-hand drive.................................... 70
Instruments and controls........................... 68
Interior lighting, see Lighting..................... 92
Interior rearview mirror............................. 105
automatic dimming............................. 105
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Manual gearbox....................................... 121
GSI - Gear selector assistance........... 121
towing and recovery........................... 304
Manual gear positions (Geartronic).......... 123
Max. roof load ......................................... 373
Media, Bluetooth
Ÿ ................................... 259
media player ........................................... 252
Memory function in seats.......................... 81
Menu navigation, Infotainment ............... 238
Menus/functions...................................... 204
Menus and messages.............................. 200
Menu system MY CAR............................202
Messages and symbols
Adaptive Cruise Control..................... 162
Collision Warning with Auto
Brake..........................................171, 179
Distance Alert..................................... 167
Driver Alert Control............................. 183
Lane Departure Warning..................... 186
Messages in BLIS.................................... 196
Messages in the combined instrument
panel........................................................200
Messages in the information display....... 147Meters
fuel gauge............................................. 72
speedometer......................................... 72
tachometer........................................... 72
Microphone.............................................. 262
Misting..................................................... 217
attending to the windows...................210
condensation in headlamps............... 361
remove with the air vents................... 219
timer function...................................... 217
Mobile phone
connect............................................... 263
handsfree............................................ 262
register phone..................................... 263
voice control....................................... 271
Mood lighting............................................. 93
MY CAR................................................... 202
O
Oil, see also Engine oil............................. 378
Oil level low.............................................. 329
Overheating............................................. 298
Owner's manual, environmental labelling. . 12
P
PACOS....................................................... 22
PACOS, switch.......................................... 22
Paintwork
colour code......................................... 365
damage and touch-up........................ 365
Panel lighting............................................. 86
Panic function............................................ 46
Park assist camera.................................. 191
Parking assistance................................... 188
parking assistance sensors................ 190
Parking brake........................................... 137
Parking heater.......................................... 220
battery and fuel................................... 220
parking on a hill..................................220
time setting......................................... 222
Passenger compartment.........................227
Passenger compartment filter................. 210
Passenger compartment heater
fuel-driven........................................... 220
PCC – Personal Car Communicator
functions............................................... 45
range............................................... 46, 47
Pedestrian protection..............................173
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