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09 Wheels and tyres
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320* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Tyres - tread wear indicators
A tread wear indicator shows the status of the tyre's tread.
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Tread wear indicators.
Tread wear indicators are narrow treadless bands across the width of the tread. On theside of the tyre are the letters TWI (TreadWear Indicator). When the tyre's tread depthis down to 1.6 mm, the tread depth will belevel in height with the tread wear indicators.Change to new tyres as soon as possible.Remember that tyres with little tread depthprovide very poor grip in rain and snow.
Related information
• Tyres - dimensions (p. 322)
• Tyres - speed ratings (p. 323)
• Tyres - load index (p. 323)
• Tyres - direction of rotation (p. 318)
• Tyres - maintenance (p. 318)
Wheel bolts
Wheel bolts are used to fasten the wheels at the hubs and are available in different ver-sions.
IMPORTANT
The wheel bolts must be tightened to 140 Nm. Overtightening can damage the nutsand the bolts.
Only use rims that are tested and approved by Volvo and which are Volvo genuine acces-sories. Check the torque with a torquewrench.
Locking wheel bolts*Locking wheel bolts* can be used on bothaluminium and steel rims. Under the cargoarea floor there is space for the sleeve for thelockable wheel bolts.
Related information
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Wheel and wheel rim dimensions (p. 322)
Tools
Amongst other things, the car contains towing
eye, jack* and wheel bolt wrench*.
Located under the cargo area floor are the car's towing eye, jack* and wheel wrench*.There is also space for the sleeve for thelockable wheel bolts.
Related information
• Emergency puncture repair (p. 333)
• Towing eye (p. 315)
• Changing wheels - removing wheels (p. 324)
• Wheel bolts (p. 320)
• Jack* (p. 321)
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Using snow chainsSnow chains may only be used on the front wheels (also applies to all-wheel drive cars).Never drive faster than 50 km/h with snowchains. Avoid driving on bare ground as thiswears out both the snow chains and tyres.
WARNING
Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiva- lent chains designed for the car model,and tyre and rim dimensions. In the eventof uncertainty Volvo recommends that youconsult an authorised Volvo workshop.The wrong snow chains may cause seriousdamage to your car and lead to an acci-dent.
Related information
•Changing wheels - removing wheels (p. 324)
Wheel and wheel rim dimensions
Wheel and rim dimensions are designated in accordance with the examples in the tablebelow. The car has an approval for the complete vehicle. This means that certain combinationsof wheel (wheel rim) and tyre are approved. Wheels (rims) have a designation of dimen- sions, for example: 7Jx16x50.
7Rim width in inches
JRim flange profile
16Rim diameter in inches
50Off-set in mm (distance from wheel centre to wheel contact surfaceagainst the hub)
Related information
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Tyres - dimensions (p. 322)
• Tyres - approved tyre pressures (p. 407)
Tyres - dimensions
The car's wheels (wheel rims) and tyres have a certain dimension, see the examples in thetable below. The car has an approval for the complete vehicle. This means that certain combinationsof wheels (wheel rims) and tyres areapproved. The dimensions are stated on all car tyres. Example of designation
: 215/55R16 97W.
215Tyre width (mm)
55Ratio between tyre wall height and tyre width (%)
RRadial ply
16Rim diameter in inches (")
97Codes for the maximum permitted tyre load, tyre load index (LI)
WSpeed rating for maximum permitted speed, speed rating (SS). (In thiscase 270 km/h.)
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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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Dimensions
Measurement of car length, height, etc. can be read in the table.
Dimensionsmm
AWheelbase2776
BLength4635
CLoad length, floor, folded rear seat1749
DLoad length, floor978
EHeight1484
FLoad height658
Dimensionsmm
GFront track1588A
1578 B
HRear track1585A
1575 B
ILoad width, floor1082
JWidth1865
Dimensionsmm
KWidth including door mirrors2097
LWidth including folded-in door mirrors1899
A
with 16" wheel
B with 17" wheel
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Starter battery - specification
The starter battery is used to drive the starter motor and other electrical equipment in thecar.
EngineVoltage (V)Cold start capacity,
CCA - Cold Cranking Amperes (A)Reserve capacity (minutes)
Petrol (Ethanol)12520–800100–160
Diesel12700–800135–160
Petrol/Diesel with Start/Stop function12760A135
A
Battery type AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) must be used in cars with the Start/Stop function.
IMPORTANT
If the battery is replaced, take care to replace it with a battery with the same coldstarting capacity and reserve capacity asthe original battery (see the label on thebattery).
NOTE
• The starter battery's container size should be consistent with the originalbattery's dimensions.
• The starter battery's height is differentdepending on size.
Related information
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Starter battery - replacement (p. 363)
• Battery (p. 361)
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