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306* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
• For lowest fuel consumption, activate ECO (p. 288)* 16
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• Use the ECO Guide which indicates how fuel-efficiently the car is being driven, seeEco guide & Power guide* (p. 63).
• Drive in the highest gear possible, adap-ted to the current traffic situation androad - lower engine speeds result in lowerfuel consumption. Use the gear indicator(p. 272).
• Avoid sudden unnecessary accelerationand heavy braking.
• High speed results in increased fuel con-sumption - the wind resistance increaseswith speed.
• Do not run the engine to operating tem-perature at idling speed, but rather drivewith a light load as soon as possible - acold engine consumes more fuel than awarm one.
• Drive with the correct air pressure in thetyres and check this regularly - selectECO tyre pressure for best results, seeTyres - approved tyre pressures (p. 407).
• Choice of tyres can affect fuel consump-tion - seek advice on suitable tyres from adealer.
• Remove unnecessary items from the car -the greater the load the higher the con-sumption. •
Use engine braking to slow down, when itcan take place without risk to other roadusers.
• A roof load and ski box increase air resis-tance, leading to higher consumption -remove the load carriers when not in use.
• Avoid driving with open windows.
For information about Volvo Car Corpora- tion's environmental philosophy, see VolvoCars' environmental philosophy (p. 19). For more information about fuel consumption, see Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions (p.403).
WARNING
Never switch off the engine while moving, such as downhill, this deactivates impor-tant systems such as the power steeringand brake servo.
Related information
• Fuel - handling (p. 301)
• Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions (p. 403)
• Fuel tank - volume (p. 402)
Driving with a trailer
When driving with a trailer there are a number of important points to think about regardinge.g. the towing bracket, the trailer and howthe load is positioned in the trailer. Payload depends on the car's kerb weight. The total of the weight of the passengers andall accessories, e.g. towbar, reduces the car'spayload by a corresponding weight. For moredetailed information on weights, see Weights(p. 390). If the towing bracket is mounted by Volvo, then the car is delivered with the necessaryequipment for driving with a trailer. • The car's towing bracket must be of an approved type.
• If the towbar is retrofitted, check withyour Volvo dealer that the car is fullyequipped for driving with a trailer.
• Distribute the load on the trailer so thatthe weight on the towing bracket com-plies with the specified maximum towballload.
• Increase the tyre pressure to the recom-mended pressure for a full load. For tyrepressure label location, see Tyres - airpressure (p. 328).
• The engine is loaded more heavily thanusual when driving with a trailer.
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Do not tow a heavy trailer when the car is brand new. Wait until it has been drivenat least 1000 km.
• The brakes are loaded much more thanusual on long and steep downhill slopes.Downshift to a lower gear and adjust yourspeed.
• For safety reasons, the maximum permit-ted speed for the car when coupled witha trailer should not be exceeded. Followthe regulations in force for the permittedspeeds and weights.
• Maintain a low speed when driving with atrailer up long, steep ascents.
• Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines ofmore than 12%.
Trailer cableAn adapter is required if the car's towing bracket has 13 pin electrics and the trailerhas 7 pin electrics. Use an adapter cableapproved by Volvo. Make sure the cable doesnot drag on the ground.
Direction indicators and brake lights on
the trailer
If any of the trailer's lamps for direction indi-cators are broken, then the combined instru-ment panel's symbol for direction indicatorsflashes faster than normal and the information display shows the text
Bulb fail - Ind. signal
trailer. If any of the trailer's lamps for the brake light are broken then the
Bulb fail - Stop lamp
trailer text is shown.
Level control*The rear shock absorbers maintain a constant height irrespective of the car's load (up to themaximum permissible weight). When the caris stationary the rear of the car lowers slightly,which is normal.
Trailer weightsFor information on Volvo's permitted trailerweights, see Towing capacity and towballload (p. 391).
NOTE
The stated maximum permitted trailer weights are those permitted by Volvo.National vehicle regulations can furtherlimit trailer weights and speeds. Towbarscan be certified for higher towing weightsthan the car can actually tow.
WARNING
Follow the stated recommendations for trailer weights. Otherwise, the car andtrailer may be difficult to control in theevent of sudden movement and braking.
Related information
• Driving with a trailer - manual gearbox (p. 308)
• Driving with a trailer - automatic gearbox(p. 308)
• Towing bracket/Towbar (p. 309)
• Lamp replacement (p. 352)
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Towing bracket/Towbar
A towing bracket means that it is possible to e.g. tow a trailer behind the car. If the car is equipped with a detachable/ removable towbar, the installation instruc-tions for the loose section must be followedcarefully, see Detachable towbar - attach-ment/removal (p. 310).
WARNING
If the car is fitted with a Volvo detachable towbar:
• Follow the installation instructions carefully.
• The detachable section must belocked with the key before setting off.
• Check that the indicator windowshows green.
Important checks
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The towbar's towball must be cleaned and greased regularly.
NOTE
When a hitch with a vibration damper is used, the towball must not be lubricated.
Related information
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Driving with a trailer (p. 306)
Detachable towbar - storage
Store the detachable towbar in the cargo area.
Towbar storage space.
IMPORTANT
Always remove the towbar after use and store it in the appointed location in the car.
Related information
•Detachable towbar - specifications (p. 309)
• Detachable towbar - attachment/removal(p. 310)
• Driving with a trailer (p. 306)
Detachable towbar - specifications
Specifications for detachable towbar.
Specifications
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Dimensions, mounting points (mm)
A998
B81
C854
D427
E109
F282
GSide member
HBall centre
Related information
•Detachable towbar - attachment/removal (p. 310)
• Detachable towbar - storage (p. 309)
• Driving with a trailer (p. 306)
Detachable towbar - attachment/ removal
The attachment/removal of the detachable towbar is performed in the following way:
Attaching
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Remove the protective cover by first pressing 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 keyclockwise.
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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.
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Turn the key anticlockwise to locked position. Remove the key from the lock.
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Check that the towbar is secure by pull- ing it up, down and back.
WARNING
If the towbar is not fitted correctly then it must be detached and reattached inaccordance with the previous instructions.
IMPORTANT
Only grease in the ball for the towing hitch, the remainder of the towbar should beclean and dry.
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Safety cable.
WARNING
Take care to secure the trailer's safety cable in the intended bracket.
Removing the towbar
Insert the key and turn it clockwise to the unlocked position.
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Push in the locking wheel and turn it
anticlockwise
until you hear a click.
Turn the locking wheel down fully, until it comes to a stop. Hold it in this positionwhile pulling the towbar rearward andupward.
WARNING
Secure the towbar safely if it is stored in the car, see Detachable towbar - storage(p. 309).
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Push the protective cover until it snaps tight.
Related information
• Detachable towbar - storage (p. 309)
• Detachable towbar - specifications (p. 309)
• Driving with a trailer (p. 306)
Trailer stabiliser - TSA 17
The trailer stability assist (TSA - Trailer Stability Assist) function is designed to stabi-lise the car and trailer combination if it beginsto snake. The trailer stability assist is included in the stability and traction control system (p. 175)(DSTC - Dynamic Stability and TractionControl).
FunctionThe snaking phenomenon can occur with anycar/trailer combination. Snaking normallyoccurs at high speeds. But, there is a risk of itoccurring at lower speeds (70-90 km/h) if thetrailer is overloaded or the load is improperlydistributed, e.g. too far back. In order for snaking to occur, there must be a triggering factor, e.g.:
• Car with trailer subjected to a sudden and powerful side wind.
• Car with trailer drives on an uneven roadsurface or in a pothole.
• Sweeping steering wheel movements.
OperationIf snaking has started, it could be difficult or even impossible to suppress. This makes thecar/trailer combination difficult to control andthere is a risk that you could, for example,
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Included in the installation of Volvo genuine towbar.
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FunctionA
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Infotainment control module; Screen A5
Audio control unit (amplifier)*, Digital radio*; TV*10
Audio or Control Module Sen- sus
A15
Telematics*; Bluetooth*5
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Sunroof*; Interior lighting roof; Climate sensor*; Dampermotors, air intake5
12 V socket, tunnel console15
Seat heating, rear right*15
Seat heating, rear left*15
Electric additional heater*5
Seat heating (passenger side)15
Seat heating (driver's side)15
FunctionA
Parking assistance*; Parking camera*; Towbar control mod-ule* BLIS*5
AWD control module*15
Active chassis - Four-C*10
A
Certain model variants.
Related information
• Fuses - in engine compartment (p. 368)
• Fuses - in the control module under the glovebox (p. 374)
• Fuses - in cargo area (p. 376)
• Fuses - in the engine compartment's coldzone (p. 377)
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Weights
Max. gross vehicle weight, etc. can be read on a label in the car. Kerb weight includes the driver, the fuel tank 90% full and all fluids. The weight of passengers and accessories, and towball load (p. 391) (when a trailer ishitched) influence the load capacity and arenot included in the kerb weight. Permitted max. load = Gross vehicle weight - Kerb weight.
NOTE
The documented kerb weight applies to cars in the standard version - i.e. a carwithout extra equipment or accessories.This means that for every accessory addedthe loading capacity of the car is reducedcorrespondingly by the weight of theaccessory. Examples of accessories that reduce load- ing capacity are the Kinetic/Momentum/Summum equipment levels, as well asother accessories such as Towbar, Loadcarriers, Space box, Audio system, Auxili-ary lamps, GPS, Fuel-driven heater, Safetygrille, Carpets, Cargo cover, Power seats,etc. Weighing the car is a certain way of ascer- taining the kerb weight of your own partic-ular car.
WARNING
The car's driving characteristics change depending on how heavily it is loaded andhow the load is distributed.
For information on label location, see Type des- ignations (p. 386).
Max. gross vehicle weight
Max. train weight (car+trailer)
Max. front axle load
Max. rear axle load
Equipment level
Max. load: See registration document. Max. roof load: 75 kg.
Related information
• Towing capacity and towball load (p. 391)
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