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General
Volvo service programmeTo keep the car as safe and reliable as possi-
ble, follow the Volvo service programme as
specified in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Volvo recommends engaging an authorised
Volvo workshop to perform the service and
maintenance work. Volvo workshops have the
personnel, special tools and service literature
to guarantee the highest quality of service.
IMPORTANT
For the Volvo warranty to apply, check and
follow the instructions in the Service and
Warranty Booklet.
Check regularlyCheck the following oils and fluids at regular
intervals, e.g. when refuelling:
•Coolant
•Engine oil
•Power steering fluid
•Washer fluid
WARNING
Remember that the radiator fan (located at
the front of the engine compartment, behind
the radiator) may start automatically some
after the engine has been switched off.
Always have the engine cleaned by a work-
shop. There is a risk of fire if the engine is
hot.
Raising the car
NOTE
Volvo recommends only using the jack that
belongs to the car model in question. If a
jack is selected other than the one recom-
mended by Volvo, follow the instructions for
use supplied with the equipment.
If the car is raised with a workshop jack; posi-
tion the jack against the front edge on the
engine's subframe.
Do not damage the splashguard under the
engine. Ensure that the workshop jack is posi-
tioned so that the car cannot slide off the jack.
Always use axle stands or similar.
If you raise the car using a two-pillar workshop
lift, ensure that the front and rear lift arms are
fixed under the lifting points. See preceding
illustration.
Opening and closing the bonnet
The handle for bonnet opening is always on the
left-hand side.
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Turn the handle about 20-25 degrees
clockwise. You will hear when the catch
releases.
Move the catch to the left and open the
bonnet. (The catch hook is located
between the headlamp and grille, see illus-
tration.)
WARNING
Check that the bonnet locks properly when
closed.
Engine compartment, overview
The appearance of the engine compartment may
vary depending on engine variant.
Coolant expansion tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick1
Radiator
Filling engine oil
Reservoir for brake and clutch fluid
(located on the driver's side)
Battery
Relay and fuse box
Filling washer fluid
Air filter
WARNING
The ignition system has very high voltage
and output. The voltage in the ignition sys-
tem is highly dangerous. The remote control
key must always be in 0 position when work
is being done in the engine compartment,
see page 78.
Do not touch the spark plugs or ignition coil
when the remote control key is in II position
or when the engine is hot.
Checking the engine oil
1Engines with electronic oil level sensor have no dipstick (5-cyl. diesel).
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Filling
Brake fluid reservoir location.
The fluid reservoir is protected under the cover
over the cold zone in the engine compartment.
The round cover must be removed first before
the reservoir cap can be reached.
1. Turn and open the cover located on the
covering.
2. Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the fluid.
The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks, which are located on the
inside of the reservoir.
IMPORTANT
Do not forget to refit the cap.
Power steering fluid
IMPORTANT
Keep the area around the power steering
fluid reservoir clean when checking. The
cover must not be opened.
Check the level frequently. The fluid does not
require changing. The fluid level must be
between the MIN and MAX marks. For capaci-
ties and recommended fluid grade, see
page 381.
NOTE
If a fault should arise in the power steering
system or if the engine is switched off and
the car must be towed, it can still be steered.
Air conditioning system
Troubleshooting and repairThe air conditioning system contains fluores-
cent tracing agents. Use ultraviolet light when
looking for leaks.
Volvo recommends that you contact an author-
ised Volvo workshop.
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains pres-
surised refrigerant R134a. This system must
only be serviced and repaired by an author-
ised workshop.
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10 Specifications
Fluids and lubricants
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Other fluids and lubricants
Manual gearboxVolume (litres)Prescribed transmission fluid
MMT61.7BOT 350M3M661.9
Automatic gearboxVolume (litres)Prescribed transmission fluid
MPS67.3BOT 341
TF-80SC7.0AW1
TF-80SD7.0AW1
FluidSystemVolume (litres)Prescribed grade
Brake fluidBrake system0.6DOT 4+
Power steering fluidPower steering-WSS M2C204-A2 or equivalent product.
Washer fluidCars with headlamp washing5.4Washer fluid recommended by Volvo - with frost protection during
cold weather and below freezing point.
Cars without headlamp washing4.0
FuelPetrol engineapprox. 67Petrol: see page 288
Diesel engineapprox. 67Diesel: see page 289
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11 Alphabetical Index
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ECO pressure.......................................... 317
Eco Start/Stop DRIVe.............................. 127
Electrical socket......................................229
cargo area........................................... 293
front seat............................................. 229
Electric parking brake.............................. 137
low battery voltage.............................137
releasing automatically....................... 138
releasing manually.............................. 138
Emergency equipment
warning triangle.................................. 318
Emergency puncture repair..................... 321
Emissions of carbon dioxide................... 291
Engine
overheating......................................... 298
starting................................................ 113
Engine block heater................................. 118
fuel-driven........................................... 220
Engine compartment
coolant................................................ 332
oil........................................................ 329
overview.............................................. 329
power steering fluid............................ 334
Engine drag control ................................146Engine oil.........................................329, 378
adverse driving conditions.................. 378
capacities........................................... 378
filter..................................................... 329
oil grade.............................................. 378
Engine specifications............................... 376
Environmental labelling, FSC, owner's
manual.......................................................12
Error messages
Adaptive Cruise Control..................... 162
Driver Alert Control............................. 183
Lane Departure Warning..................... 186
see Messages and symbols.......139, 162
Error messages in BLIS........................... 196
Error messages in Distance Alert............ 167
ERS - Remote Start................................. 114
ETC, electronic temperature control ....... 214
Expectant mothers, seatbelt...................... 17
External dimensions................................372
F
Fan........................................................... 215
Fault tracing for the camera sensor. 170, 178First aid equipment.................................. 318
First aid kit .............................................. 318
Flexifuel.................................................... 118
adaptation........................................... 119
Fluids, capacities..................................... 381
Fluids and oils.......................................... 381
Fog lamps
rear........................................................ 91
Foot brake............................................... 135
FOUR-C – Active chassis........................226
FSC, environmental labelling..................... 12
Fuel.......................................................... 288
fuel consumption................................ 384
fuel economy...................................... 317
fuel filter.............................................. 290
Fuse box.................................................. 350
glovebox............................................. 355
Fuses.......................................................350
box in cargo area................................ 358
changing............................................. 350
cold zone............................................ 359
general................................................ 350
relay/fuse box in engine compartment 351
Start/Stop........................................... 359
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