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260* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Alcolock* - storage
Store the Alcolock in its holder. Release the handheld unit by depressing it slightly in itsholder and releasing it - it then springs outand can be removed from the holder.
Handheld unit storage and charging station.
• Replace the handheld unit in the holder by pushing it in until it engages.
• Store the handheld unit in the holder -this provides it with the best protectionand keeps its batteries fully charged.
Related information
• Alcolock* - functions and operation (p.259)
• Alcolock* - before starting the engine (p.260)
• Alcolock* (p. 259)
• Alcolock* - to bear in mind (p. 261) •
Alcolock* - symbols and text messages(p. 263)
Alcolock* - before starting the engine
The Alcolock is activated automatically and is then ready for use when the car is opened. 
1. When the indicator lamp (6) is green the
Alcolock is ready for use.
2. Withdraw the Alcolock from its holder. If the Alcolock is outside the car when it is unlocked then it must first be activatedwith the switch (2).
3. Fold up the nozzle (1), take a deep breath and blow with an even pressure until a"click" is heard after approx. 5 seconds.The result will be one of the alternatives inthe following table  Result after breath
test .
4. If no message is shown then the trans- mission to the car may have failed - inwhich case, press the button (3) to trans-mit the result to the car manually.
5. Fold down the nozzle and refit the Alco- lock in its holder.
6. Start the engine following an approved breath test within 5 minutes - otherwise itmust be repeated.
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Result after breath test
Indicator lamp (5) +Display textSpecification
Green lamp +Alcoguard Approved testStart the engine - no alcohol content meas-ured.
Yellow lamp +Alcoguard Approved testEngine starting possi- ble - measured alcoholcontent is above0.1 promille but belowthe limit value in force A
.
Red lamp + Dis-
approved test Wait 1 minuteEngine starting not possible - measuredalcohol content isabove the limit value in force A
.
A Limit values vary from country to country. Find out what applies in your country. See also Alcolock* (p. 259)
NOTE
After a completed period of driving, the engine can be restarted within 30 minuteswithout a new breath test.
Related information
• Alcolock* - functions and operation (p. 259)
• Alcolock* - storage (p. 260) •
Alcolock* (p. 259)
• Alcolock* - symbols and text messages(p. 263)
Alcolock* - to bear in mind
In order to obtain correct function and as accurate a measurement result as possible:
• Avoid eating or drinking approx. 5 minutes before the breath test.
• Avoid excess windscreen washing - thealcohol in the washer fluid may result inan incorrect measurement result.
In order to ensure that a new breath test is carried out in the event of a change of driver -depress the switch (2) and the send button (3)simultaneously for approx. 3 seconds. Atwhich point the car returns to start inhibitionmode and a new approved breath test isrequired before starting the engine.
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Calibration and serviceThe Alcolock must be checked and calibrated at a workshop 2
 every 12 months.
30 days before recalibration is necessary the combined instrument panel shows the mes- sage 
Alcoguard Calibr. required. If calibra-
tion is not carried out within these 30 days then normal engine starting will be blocked -only starting with the Bypass function willthen be possible, see the following heading"Emergency situation". The message can be cleared by pressing the send button (3) once. Otherwise it goes outon its own after approx. 2 minutes but thenreappears each time the engine is started - only recalibration at a workshop 2
 can clear
the message permanently.
Cold or hot weatherThe colder the weather the longer it takes before the Alcolock is ready for use:
Temperature (ºC)Maximum heat-
ing time (sec- onds)
+10 to +8510
-5 to +1060
-40 to -5180
At temperatures below -20 ºC or above +60 ºC the Alcolock requires additional powersupply. The combined instrument panel shows 
Alcoguard insert power cable. In
which case, connect the power supply cable from the glovebox and wait until indicatorlamp (6) is green. In extremely cold weather the heating time can be reduced by taking the Alcolockindoors.
Emergency situationIn the event of an emergency situation or theAlcolock is out of order, it is possible tobypass the Alcolock in order to drive the car.
NOTE
All Bypass activation is logged and saved in memory, see Recording data (p. 16).
After the Bypass function has been activated the combined instrument panel shows
Alcoguard Bypass enabled the whole time
while driving and can only be reset by a work- shop 2
.
The Bypass function can be tested without the error message being logged - in whichcase, carry out all the steps without startingthe car. The error message is cleared whenthe car is locked. When the Alcolock is installed, either theBypass or Emergency function is selected asthe bypassing option. This setting can be changed afterwards at a workshop
2
.
Activating the Bypass function
• Depress and hold the left-hand stalk switch 
OK button and the button for haz-
ard warning flashers simultaneously forapprox. 5 seconds - the combined instru- ment panel first shows 
Bypass activated
Wait 1 minute and then Alcoguard
Bypass enabled - after which the engine
can be started.
This function can be activated several times. The error message shown during driving can only be cleared at a workshop 2
.
Activating the Emergency function • Depress and hold the left-hand stalk switch 
OK button and the button for haz-
ard warning flashers simultaneously forapprox. 5 seconds - the combined instru- ment panel shows 
Alcoguard Bypass
enabled and the engine can be started.
This function can be used once, after which a reset must be made at a workshop 2
.
Related information
• Alcolock* - functions and operation (p. 259)
• Alcolock* - storage (p. 260)
2
An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.
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•
Alcolock* - before starting the engine (p. 260)
• Alcolock* (p. 259)
• Alcolock* - symbols and text messages(p. 263)
Alcolock* - symbols and text messages
In addition to the previously described mes- sages related to how the alcolock worksbefore starting the engine (p. 260) the com-bined instrument panel's display can alsoshow the following:
Display textMeaning/Action
Alcoguard Restart possi-bleThe engine has been switched off for less than30 minutes - engine star-ting possible withoutnew test.
Alcoguard ServicerequiredContact a workshop A
.
Alcoguard No signalTransmission failed - send manually with but-ton (3) or take a newbreath test.
Alcoguard Invalid testTest failed - take a new breath test.
Alcoguard Blow longerBlowing too short - blow for longer.
Alcoguard Blow softerBlowing too hard - blow more gently.
Display textMeaning/Action
Alcoguard Blow harderBlowing too weak - blow harder.
Alcoguard wait Preheat-ingHeating not finished - wait for text Alcoguard
Blow 5 seconds.
A An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.
Related information
• Alcolock* - functions and operation (p. 259)
• Alcolock* - to bear in mind (p. 261)
• Alcolock* - storage (p. 260)
• Alcolock* (p. 259)
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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
•
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
•
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
G018928
Remove the protective cover by first pressing in the catch 
 and then pulling
the cover straight back 
.
G021487
Ensure that the mechanism is in the unlocked position by turning the keyclockwise.
G021488
The indicator window must show red.
G021489
Insert the towbar until you hear a click.
G021490
The indicator window must show green.
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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).
G018929
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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Warning triangle
The warning triangle is used to warn other road users of a stationary vehicle.
Storage and folding up
Lift the floor hatch and take out the warn- ing triangle.
Take the warning triangle from the case, fold out and assemble the two loosesides.
Fold out the warning triangle's support legs.
Follow the regulations for the use of a warn-ing triangle. Position the warning triangle in asuitable place with regard to traffic. Ensure the warning triangle and its case are properly secured in the cargo area after use.
NOTE
If the car has been locked with privacy locking then the boot lid/tailgate and floorhatch cannot be opened, see Privacy lock-ing* (p. 156).
First aid kit*
The first aid box contains first aid equipment.
A case with first aid equipment is located under the floor in the cargo area.
NOTE
If the car has been locked with privacy locking then the boot lid/tailgate and floorhatch cannot be opened, see Privacy lock-ing* (p. 156).
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