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Climate system
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The ventilation can be used at the same time as seat heating. The ventilation system can be activated when the engine is running. There are three comfortlevels that produce different cooling anddehumidifying effects:
• Level three: press the button once for maximum output – three indicator lightscome on.
• Level two: press the button twice for alower output – two indicator lights comeon.
• Level one: press the button three timesfor the lowest output – one indicator lightcomes on.
• Press the button a fourth time to switchoff the function – the indicator light will goout.
Heated front seats*
The current seat temperature setting is shown in the center console display
Press the lower section of the button repeatedly untilthe desired number of indi-cator lights illuminate: Highest heat level – three indicator lights.
Medium heat level – two indicator lights. Lowest heat level – one indicator light.If no indicator lights are illuminated, the seat heating is switched off.
Seat heating will automatically switch off when the engine is switched off.
Starting the seat heating automaticallyThis setting starts heating the driver's seat (at the highest level) automatically when theengine is started if the ambient temperature isbelow approx. 45° F (7° C). Activate/deactivate this function in the MY CAR menu system, under
Settings
Climate settingsAuto start driver seat
heater.
Heated rear seats*
Heat control for the outboard seating posi- tions is done in the same way as for the frontseats.
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Trip computer
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Introduction
The content and appearance of the trip com- puter varies depending on whether the vehi-cle is equipped with an analog or digital
instrument panel. The instrument panel illuminates as soon as the vehicle is unlocked and trip computer set-tings can be made. If none of the trip com-puter's controls are used within 30 secondsafter the driver's door has been opened, theinstrument panel lighting will go out and thetrip computer cannot be used again until: • the ignition is put in mode II1
• the engine is started
NOTE
If a warning message appears while you are using the trip computer, this messagemust be acknowledged in order to returnto the trip computer function. Acknowl-edge a message by pressing
OK.
Trip computer in models with an analog instrument panel
The trip computer has two different menu groups: •
Trip computer functions
• Trip computer information headings in the instrument panel
Information display and controls
OK
–press to access the trip computer's
functions or acknowledge/confirm/erase
a message
Thumb wheel –turn to access the list of
trip computer information headings and
to scroll among the alternatives
RESET –press to cancel/reset/exit a func-
tion after a selection has been made
FunctionsTo open and make settings in the trip com- puter functions:
1. Ensure that none of the trip computer controls are being used in a command sequence; reset them by pressing RESET
twice.
2. Press OK to open the list of functions.
3. Use the thumb wheel to scroll among the
functions and select/confirm your choiceby pressing OK.
4. After completing your selection, exit by pressing RESET twice.
The following table lists the analog trip com-puter's functions:
1 See page 85 for information about the various ignition modes.
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Trip computer
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214* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Resetting a digital instrument panel
Trip odometer1. Turn the thumb wheel to select the com-
bination of headings containing the trip odometer to be reset.
2. Press and hold RESET until selected trip
odometer is reset.
Average speed and fuel consumption1. Select Trip computer reset and press
OK .
2. Select one of the following alternatives using the thumb wheel and press OK:
• mpg
• mph
• Reset both
3. Finish by pressing RESET.
Changing unitsTo change the unit (miles/km) used to meas- ure distance and speed, go to
MY CAR
SettingsSystem optionsDistance
and fuel units.
NOTE
In addition to changing units in the trip computer, this also changes the units usedin the Volvo Navigation System (VNS)*.
Trip statistics*
Trip information from previous trips regarding average fuel consumption and average speedis stored and can be displayed in the form ofa bar chart.
Function
Trip statistics 2
Each bar represents a driving distance of 1 mile or 10 miles, depending on the current scale; the bar at the far right shows the valuefor the current mile/10 miles. Use
TUNE to change between 1 mile and
10 miles; the marker at the right will also change according to the scale selected.
SettingsSettings can be made in the MY CAR menu
system as follows:
MY CARMy S80Trip statistics:
•
Start new trip: press ENTER to erase all
pervious statistics. Exit the menu by pressing EXIT.
•
Reset for every driving cycle: select by
pressing ENTER. Exit the menu by press-
ing EXIT .
Selecting
Reset for every driving cycle era-
ses all trip statistics automatically if the igni- tion is switched off for at least 4 hours. Whenthe engine is restarted, new statistics will bestored. To get new statistics if the engine is restarted before 4 hours have elapsed, the existingones have to be erased manually by selecting
Start new trip.
For additional information, see page 191.
2 The illustration is generic; certain details may vary from model to model
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Active chassis system–Four C*
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216* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Active chassis (Four C)
Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Con- trolled Chassis Concept), regulates the cha-racteristics of the shock absorbers so that thecar's driving characteristics can be adjusted.There are three settings: Comfort, Sport andAdvanced.
ComfortComfort mode offers a somewhat softer rideand the transmission shifts gears at lowerrpm. This mode is particularly suitable forlong-distance highway driving. The indicatorlight in the button will be on when this modeis selected.
SportIn this mode, the vehicle's body sway isreduced during cornering and steeringresponse is more immediate. The transmis-sion shifts up at higher rpm for sportier driv-ing. The indicator light in the button will be onto indicate that Sport mode has beenselected.
AdvancedIn this mode, body sway in curves is minimaland steering response is very direct. Gearshifting is done at high rpm in each gear fordynamic and active driving.
Operation
Chassis settings
Use the buttons in the center console to change setting. The setting in use when theengine is switched off is activated the nexttime the engine is started.
Speed-dependent steering force*
Steering force increases with the speed of the vehicle to give the driver enhanced sensitivity.At low speed the vehicle is easy to steer inorder to facilitate parking, etc. Steering force can be changed under
MY
CAR
Car settingsSteering wheel
force
. Select Low, Medium or High. For a
description of the menu system, see page 193.
NOTE
This steering force level menu function cannot be accessed when the vehicle is inmotion.
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Passenger compartment convenience
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220* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
12-volt socket in the trunk*
Fold down the cover to access the electrical socket.
NOTE
The 12-volt socket in the trunk provides electrical current even when the ignition isswitched off. Using the socket while theengine is not running will drain the battery.
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Introduction
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224* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
General information
The infotainment system consists of radio and media player features and also makes itpossible to communicate via a cell phone.The information is displayed on a 7" screen inthe center console. Infotainment functionscan be controlled from the center console orvia the buttons on the steering wheel keypad.On models equipped with the navigation sys-tem*, voice commands can also be used toe.g., set destinations, make calls from a Bluetooth ®
-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 isswitched off by pressing the On/Off button. While the engine is being started, the infotain- ment system will be temporarily interruptedand will resume when the engine has started.
NOTE
To help avoid excessive battery drain, remove the remote key from the ignitionslot if the infotainment system is usedwhile the engine is switched off.
Dolby Pro Logic
The system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation. Dolby Pro Logic II and the
symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Audyssey MultEQ 1
The Audyssey MultEQ system has been used to optimize sound quality to help ensure aworld-class listening experience.
1
Applies only to models with Premium Sound Multimedia.
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AUX/USB sockets
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Connecting external devices
Sockets for auxiliary devices in the storage com- partment between the front seatsAn auxiliary device, such as an iPod ®
or MP3
player can be connected to the infotainment system via one of the sockets in the centerconsole storage compartment. A device con-nected to the USB socket can be operatedusing the vehicle's infotainment system con-trols. There is a notch at the right rear of the center console for routing wires to external devices.This notch helps prevent the wires from beingpinched when the cover is closed. An iPod ®
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 compart- ment (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 thefolder structure and the number of files. When this information has been loaded, track information will be displayed and a track canbe selected.
NOTE
• The system supports a number of iPod ®
models produced in 2005 or
later.
• In order to help avoid damage to the USB socket, it will be switched off ifthere is a short circuit or if the con-nected device uses too much current(which can happen if the device doesnot comply with the USB standard).The USB socket will reactivate thenext time the ignition is switched on ifthe problem no longer exists. If theproblem persists, contact a trainedand authorized Volvo service techni-cian.
Media menu selections can be made from the center console or the steering wheel keypad,see page 225 for more information.
Navigating and playing tracks 1Turn
TUNE to access the device's playlist
and to navigate in this list. Press OK/MENU
to either select a sub-folder or confirm achoice and begin playback. Press EXIT to
cancel and exit the playlist or to go back inthe folder structure. Press and hold EXIT to
go to the highest level in the playlist.
1 USB and iPod ®
only
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Driving recommendations
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General information
Economical driving conserves natural
resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts andstops and adjusting the speed of your vehicleto immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules:
• Bring the engine to normal operating tem- perature as soon as possible by drivingwith a light foot on the accelerator pedalfor the first few minutes of operation. Acold engine uses more fuel and is subjectto increased wear.
• Whenever possible, avoid using the vehi-cle for driving short distances. This doesnot allow the engine to reach normaloperating temperature.
• Drive carefully and avoid rapid accelera-tion and hard braking.
• Use the transmission's Drive (
D) position
as often as possible and avoid using kick-down.
• Do not exceed posted speed limits.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extraload) in the vehicle.
• Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tirepressure regularly (when tires are cold). •
Remove snow tires when threat of snowor ice has ended.
• Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,increase air resistance and also fuel con-sumption.
• At highway driving speeds, fuel consump-tion will be lower with the air conditioningon and the windows closed than with theair conditioning off and the windowsopen.
• Using the onboard trip computer's fuelconsumption modes can help you learnhow to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are: • Dirty air cleaner
• Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
• Dragging brakes
• Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and oth- ers are checked at the standard maintenanceintervals.
WARNING
Driving with the trunk open: Driving with
the trunk open could lead to poisonous exhaust gases entering the passengercompartment. If the trunk must be keptopen for any reason, proceed as follows:
• Close the windows
• Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side win- dows and the blower control to itshighest setting.
Weight distribution affects handlingAt the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means thatthe steering wheel has to be turned morethan might seem appropriate for the curva-ture of a bend. This ensures good stabilityand reduces the risk of rear wheel skid.Remember that these properties can alterwith the vehicle load. The heavier the load inthe trunk, the less the tendency to under-steer.
Handling, roadholdingVehicle load, tire design and inflation pres-sure all affect vehicle handling. Therefore,check that the tires are inflated to the recom-mended pressure according to the vehicleload. See the "Tire pressure" section. Loadsshould be distributed so that capacity weight