2014 VOLVO V60 Owners Manual

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.255
IMPORTANT
Repair of the BLIS and CTA functions' components or repainting the bumpersmust only be performed by a workshop -an authorised Volvo workshop is recom-mended.
Related information
• BLIS* (Blind Spot Information System) (p. 253)
• BLIS - symbols and messages (p. 257)
CTA (Cross Traffic Alert)*
CTA (Cross Traffic Alert) is a driver aid intended to warn about crossing traffic whenthe car is reversing. CTA is a supplement toBLIS (p. 253).
Activate/deactivate CTACTA is activated when the engine is started.This is confirmed by the indicator lamps forBLIS in the door panels flashing once.
On/Off for parking assistance and CTA sensors.
The CTA function can be deactivated with the Parking assistance (p. 240) On/Off button.The BLIS lamp flashes once on activation
WARNING
CTA is a supplementary aid and does not work in all situations. CTA is no substitute for a safe driving style and the use of rearview and door mirrors. CTA can never replace the driver's respon- sibility and attention - it is always the driv-er's responsibility to reverse in a safe man-ner.
When CTA operates
Principle for CTA.CTA supplements the BLIS function by being able to see crossing traffic from the side dur-ing reversing, such as when reversing out of aparking space. CTA is primarily designed to detect vehicles. In favourable conditions, it may also be ableto detect smaller objects, such as cyclistsand pedestrians.
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CTA is only active during reversing and is activated automatically when the gearbox'sreverse position is selected. •If CTA detects something approaching from the side, an acoustic warning signalsounds. The signal comes from either theleft or the right-hand speaker, dependingon the direction from which the object isapproaching.
• CTA also warns by illuminating the BLISlamps.
• An additional warning is provided in theform of an illuminated icon in the displayscreen's PAS graphics (p. 240).
LimitationsCTA does not perform optimally in all situa- tions, but has a certain limitation - for exam-ple, the CTA sensors cannot "see" throughother parked vehicles or obstructing objects. Here are some examples of when CTA's "field of vision" may be limited from the beginningand approaching vehicles cannot therefore bedetected until they are very close:
The car is parked deep inside a parking slot.
Blind CTA sector.
Sector where CTA can detect/"see".
In an angled parking slot CTA can be completely "blind" on one side.
However, when the driver is slowly reversing the car, the angle is changed in relation to the vehicle/object that is blocking, at which theblind sector rapidly decreases. Examples of further limitations:
• Dirt, ice and snow covering sensors can reduce functionality and make it impossi-ble to provide warnings. CTA cannotdetect hazards if it is covered.
• Do not affix any objects, tape or labels inthe area of the sensors.
• CTA is deactivated when a trailer is con-nected to the car’s electrical system.
IMPORTANT
Repair of the BLIS and CTA functions' components or repainting the bumpersmust only be performed by a workshop -an authorised Volvo workshop is recom-mended.
Maintenance
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Sensor location.
The sensors for the CTA functions are located inside the rear wing/bumper on each side ofthe car.
• To ensure optimal functionality the areas in front of the sensors must be keptclean.
Related information
•BLIS* (Blind Spot Information System) (p.253)
• BLIS - symbols and messages (p. 257)
BLIS - symbols and messages
In situations where the BLIS (p. 253) and CTA (p. 255) functions fail or are interrupted, thecombined instrument panel may show a sym-bol, supplemented by an explanatory mes-sage. Follow any recommendation given. Message examples:
MessageSpecification
CTA OFFCTA is manually switched off - BLIS is active.
BLIS and CTA OFFTrailerattachedBLIS and CTA are tempo- rarily non-operationalbecause a trailer is con-nected to the car's electri-cal system.
BLIS and CTA Serv-ice requiredBLIS and CTA are non- operational.
• Visit a workshop if the message remains - anauthorised Volvo work-shop is recommended.
A text message can be acknowledged by briefly pressing the
OK button on the direc-
tion indicator stalk.
Related information
• BLIS* (Blind Spot Information System) (p. 253)
Adjustable steering force*
Steering force increases with the speed of the car to give the driver enhanced sensitivity.The steering is firmer and more immediate onmotorways. Steering is light and requires noextra effort when parking and at low speed. The driver can choose between three differ- ent levels of steering force for road respon-siveness or steering sensitivity. The setting ismade in the menu system
MY CAR. For a
description of the menu system, see MY CAR(p. 103). This setting is not accessible when the car is moving.
NOTE
In certain situations the power steering may become too hot and then needs to betemporarily cooled - during this time thepower steering operates with reducedpower and turning the steering wheel maythen be perceived to be slightly heavier. In parallel with the temporarily reduced steering assistance the combined instru-ment panel shows a message.
Related information
• MY CAR (p. 103)
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.259
Alcolock*
The function of the Alcolock 1
is to prevent the
car from being driven by individuals under the influence of alcohol. Before the engine can bestarted the driver must take a breath test thatverifies that he/she is not under the influenceof alcohol. Alcolock calibration takes place inaccordance with each market's limit value inforce for driving legally.
WARNING
The Alcolock is an aid and does not exempt the driver from responsibility. It isalways the responsibility of the driver to besober and to drive the car safely.
Related information
• Alcolock* - functions and operation (p. 259)
• Alcolock* - to bear in mind (p. 261)
• Alcolock* - storage (p. 260)
• Alcolock* - before starting the engine (p.260)
• Alcolock* - symbols and text messages(p. 263)
Alcolock* - functions and operation
Functions
Nozzle for breath test.
Switch.
Transmission button.
Lamp for battery status.
Lamp for result of breath test.
Lamp indicates ready for breath test.
Operation - batteryAlcolock indicator lamp (4) shows battery sta- tus:
Indicator lamp (4)Battery status
Green flash- ingCharging in progress
GreenFully charged
YellowSemi-charged
RedDischarged - fit the charger in the holder or connect thepower supply cable fromthe glovebox.
NOTE
Store the Alcolock in its holder. This will keep the built-in battery fully charged andthe Alcolock is activated automaticallywhen the car is opened.
Related information
•Alcolock* (p. 259)
• Alcolock* - storage (p. 260)
• Alcolock* - to bear in mind (p. 261)
• Alcolock* - before starting the engine (p. 260)
• Alcolock* - symbols and text messages(p. 263)
1
Also called Alcoguard.
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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)
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An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.
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