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end up in the wrong lane or leave the car- riageway. The trailer stability assist continually monitors the car's movements, particularly lateralmovements. If snaking is detected, the frontwheels are individually braked. This serves tostabilise the car/trailer combination. This isoften enough to help the driver regain controlof the car. If snaking is not eliminated the first time the trailer stability assist comes into action, thecar/trailer combination is braked with allwheels and engine power is reduced. Oncesnaking has been gradually suppressed andthe car/trailer combination is stable onceagain, the system stops regulating and thedriver once again has full control of the car.For more information, see Stability and trac-tion control system (DSTC) - operation (p.176)
MiscellaneousThe trailer stability assist can engage withinthe speed interval 60-160 km/h.
NOTE
TSA function is switched off if the driver selects Sport mode, see Stability and
traction control system (DSTC) (p. 175).
The trailer stability assist may fail to engage if the driver uses sudden steering wheel move-ments to try to rectify the snaking because in such a situation the system cannot determinewhether it is the trailer or the driver that iscausing the snaking.
When the trailer stability assist isworking, the combined instrument
panel's DSTC symbol flashes.
Related information
•Stability and traction control system (DSTC) - symbols and messages (p. 178)
Towing
During towing, one vehicle is towed by another vehicle using a tow rope.
IMPORTANT
Note that the car must always be towed with the wheels rolling forward. Do not tow the vehicle at speeds higher than 80 km/h or for distances in excess of80 km.
Find out the statutory maximum speed limit for towing before towing begins.
1. Unlock the steering lock by inserting the
remote control key in the ignition switch and giving a long press on the START/
STOP ENGINE button - key position II is
activated, see Key positions (p. 70) formore information about key positions.
2. The remote control key must remain in the ignition switch while the car is beingtowed.
3. Keep the towline taut when the towing vehicle reduces speed by holding yourfoot gently pressed on the brake pedal -thereby avoiding unnecessary jerking.
4. Be prepared to brake to stop.
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WARNING
•Check that the steering lock is unlocked before towing.
• The remote control key must be in keyposition
II - in position I all airbags are
deactivated.
• Never remove the remote control keyfrom the ignition switch when the caris being towed.
WARNING
The brake servo and power steering do not work when the engine is switched off - thebrake pedal needs to be depressedabout 5 times more heavily and the steer-ing is considerably heavier than normal.
Manual gearboxPrior to towing:
–Move gear lever into neutral and release the parking brake.
Automatic gearbox GeartronicPrior to towing:
–Move the gear selector to position
N and
release the parking brake.
Automatic gearbox PowershiftThe model with Powershift transmission should not be towed as it is dependent on theengine running in order to receive sufficient lubrication. If towing still has to take place,the route must be as short as possible andthen with very low speed. In the event of uncertainty as to whether or not the car is equipped with Powershift trans-mission, this can be verified by checking thedesignation on the gearbox label under thebonnet, see Type designations (p. 386). Thedesignation ”MPS6” means that it isPowershift transmission - otherwise it isGeartronic automatic transmission.
IMPORTANT
Avoid towing.
• However, the car can be towed for a short distance at low speed to move itfrom a dangerous position - not furtherthan 10 km and not faster than10 km/h. Note that the car mustalways be towed with the wheels roll-ing forward.
• In the event of moving a longer dis-tance than 10 km, the car must betransported with the drive wheelsraised from the road - professionalrecovery is recommended.
Prior to towing:
–Move the gear selector to position
N and
release the parking brake.
Jump startingDo not tow the car to bump start the engine. Use a donor battery if the battery is dis-charged and the engine does not start, seeJump starting with battery (p. 270).
IMPORTANT
The catalytic converter may be damaged during attempts to tow-start the engine.
Related information
• Towing eye (p. 315)
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Taking out the spare wheel1. Loosen the straps, lift out the spare wheel
from the cargo area and remove it from the spare wheel bag.
2. Fold up the cargo area floor.
3. Lift the tools and jack out from the foam block.
RemovingSet up warning triangle (p. 329) if a wheel is replaced in trafficked location. The car andjack* must be on a firm horizontal surface.
1. Apply the parking brake, (p. 293) andengage reverse gear, or position P if the
car has an automatic gearbox.
WARNING
Check that the jack is not damaged, that the threads are thoroughly lubricated andthat it is free from dirt.
NOTE
Volvo recommends only using the jack* that belongs to the car model in question,which is indicated on the jack's label. The label also indicates the jack's maxi- mum lift capacity at a specified minimumlifting height.
2. Take out the jack*, wheel wrench* and removal tool for wheel covers* located under the cargo floor in the cargo area. Ifanother jack is selected, see Raising thecar (p. 341).
3. Place chocks in front of and behind the wheels which will remain on the ground toprevent them from rolling. Use heavywooden blocks or large stones for exam-ple. 4. Cars with steel rims have removable
wheel covers. Use the removal tool tohook in and pull off any full-wheel wheelcovers. Alternatively, the wheel coverscan be pulled away by hand.
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Bonnet - opening and closing
The bonnet can be opened when the handle in the passenger compartment has beenturned clockwise and the lock by the grille hasbeen moved to the left.
The handle for bonnet opening is always on the left-hand side.
Turn the handle about 20-25 degrees clockwise. You will hear when the catchreleases.
Move the catch to the left and open the bonnet. (The catch hook is locatedbetween the headlamp and grille, seeillustration.)
WARNING
Check that the bonnet locks properly when closed.
Related information
•Engine compartment - checking (p. 344)
• Engine compartment - overview (p. 343)
Engine compartment - overview
The overview shows normal checking points.
Engine compartment 4 cyl. 2.0 l 1
The appearance of the engine compartment may differ depending on engine variant.
Filling engine oil
Coolant expansion tank
Radiator
Reservoir for brake and clutch fluid (located on the driver's side)
Battery
Relay and fuse box
Filling washer fluid
Air filter
1
Does not apply to the B4204T7 engine - see instead the following heading "Engine compartment except 4-cyl. 2.0 l".
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WARNING
The ignition system has very high voltage and output. The voltage in the ignition sys-tem is highly dangerous. The car's electri-cal system must always be in key position0 when work is being performed in the
engine compartment; see Key positions -functions at different levels (p. 70). Do not touch the spark plugs or ignition coil when the car's electrical system is inkey position II or when the engine is hot.
Engine compartment except 4 cyl. 2.0 l 2
The appearance of the engine compartment may differ depending on engine variant.
Coolant expansion tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick
3
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 car's electri-cal system must always be in key position0
when work is being performed in the
engine compartment; see Key positions -functions at different levels (p. 70). Do not touch the spark plugs or ignition coil when the car's electrical system is inkey position II or when the engine is hot.
Related information
• Bonnet - opening and closing (p. 343)
• Engine compartment - checking (p. 344)
Engine compartment - checking
Some oils and fluids should be checked at regular intervals.
Regular checkingCheck the following oils and fluids at regularintervals, e.g. when refuelling:
• Coolant
• Engine oil
• Power steering fluid (not cars with 4-cyl. 2.0 litre engine 4
)
• Washer fluid
WARNING
Remember that the radiator fan (located at the front of the engine compartment,behind the radiator) may start automati-cally some after the engine has beenswitched off. Always have the engine cleaned by a workshop. There is a risk of fire if theengine is hot.
Related information
• Bonnet - opening and closing (p. 343)
• Engine compartment - overview (p. 343)
• Coolant - level (p. 349)
• Engine oil - checking and filling (p. 346)
2
Also applies to the B4204T7 engine.3 Engines with electronic oil level sensor do not have a dipstick (5-cyl. diesel).
4 However, does apply to the B4204T7 engine.
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WARNING
Coolant can be very hot. If the coolant requires topping up when the engine is atoperating temperature, unscrew theexpansion tank cap slowly to gentlyrelease the overpressure.
For capacities and for standards regarding water quality; see Coolant - grade and vol-ume (p. 398).
Check the coolant regularlyThe level must lie between the MIN and MAX
marks on the expansion tank. If the system isnot filled sufficiently, high temperatures couldoccur, causing a risk of damage to theengine.
IMPORTANT
• A high content of chlorine, chlorides and other salts may cause corrosion inthe cooling system.
• Always use coolant with anti-corrosionagent as recommended by Volvo.
• Ensure that the coolant mixture is 50%water and 50% coolant.
• Mix the coolant with approved qualitytap water. In the event of any doubtabout water quality, used ready-mixedcoolant in accordance with Volvo rec-ommendations.
• When changing coolant/replacingcooling system components, flush thecooling system clean with approvedquality tap water or flush with ready-mixed coolant.
• The engine must only be run with awell-filled cooling system. Otherwise,temperatures that are too high mayoccur resulting in the risk of damage(cracks) in the cylinder head.
Brake and clutch fluid - level
Brake and clutch fluid level should be between the reservoir
MIN and MAX marks.
Checking the levelBrake and clutch fluid have a common reser-voir. The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks that are visible inside the reser-
voir. Check the level regularly. Change the brake fluid every other year or at every other regular service. For capacities and recommended brake fluid grade, see Brake fluid - grade and volume (p.401). The fluid should be changed annually oncars driven in conditions requiring hard, fre-quent braking, such as driving in mountainsor tropical climates with high humidity.
WARNING
If the brake fluid is under the MIN level in
the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive fur- ther before topping up the brake fluid.Volvo recommends that the reason for theloss of brake fluid is investigated by anauthorised Volvo workshop.
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Climate control system - fault tracing and repair
The air conditioning system must only be serviced and repaired by an authorised work-shop.
Troubleshooting and repairThe air conditioning system contains fluores-cent tracing agents. Use ultraviolet light whenlooking for leaks. Volvo recommends that you contact an authorised Volvo workshop.
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains pres- surised refrigerant R134a. This systemmust only be serviced and repaired by anauthorised workshop.
Related information
•Volvo service programme (p. 340)
Lamp replacement
Lamp replacement can be carried out for bulbs. When replacing LED and Xenon lamps,please refer to a workshop. The bulbs are specified (p. 358). The follow- ing list contains locations of bulbs and otherlight sources that are specialised, such as LED 10
lamps, or are unsuitable for changing
for some other reason, except at a workshop:
• Active Xenon headlamps - ABL (Xenon lamps)
• Daytime running lights/Position/parkinglamps front
• Side marker lamps front
• Cornering lights
• Side direction indicators, door mirrors
• Approach lighting, door mirrors
• Interior lighting apart from Courtesy light-ing front
• Glovebox lighting
• Position/parking lamps rear/Side markerlamps rear
• Brake light.WARNING
On cars with Xenon headlamps, the replacement of Xenon lamps must be car-ried out at a workshop - an authorisedVolvo workshop is recommended. Workingwith Xenon lamps demands extreme cau-tion because the headlamp is equippedwith a high voltage unit.
WARNING
The car's electrical system must be in key position
0 for bulb replacement; see Key
positions - functions at different levels (p.70).
IMPORTANT
Never touch the glass part of the bulbs with your fingers. Grease from your fingersis vaporised by the heat, coating thereflector and then causing damage.
NOTE
If an error message remains after the bro- ken bulb has been replaced then we rec-ommend that you visit an authorised Volvoworkshop.
10 LED (Light Emitting Diode)
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Lamp replacement - location of rear lamps
The overview shows the location of the lamps at the rear.
Brake light (LED)
Position/parking lamps (LED)/Side marker lamps (LED)
Indicator (p. 356)
Brake light (LED)
Reversing lamp
Rear fog lamp
Related information
•Lamp replacement (p. 352)
• Lamps - specifications (p. 358)
Lamp replacement - number plate lighting
The number plate lighting is located under the tailgate handle.
1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver.
2. Carefully detach the whole lamp housing
and withdraw it.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Refit the whole lamp housing and screw it into place.
Related information
• Lamps - specifications (p. 358)
Lamp replacement - lighting in cargo area
The cargo area lighting is located in the tail- gate.
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1. Insert a screwdriver and gently prize so
that the lamp housing comes loose.
2. Replace the bulb.
3. Check that the bulb illuminates and press back the lamp housing.
Related information
• Lamps - specifications (p. 358)
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