2014 VOLVO V60 charging

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Information, read display textWhen one of the car's systems does not behave as intended, this information symbolilluminates and a text appears on the informa-tion display. The message text is cleared withthe OK button, see Menu navigation - com-
bined instrument panel (p. 100), or it disap-pears automatically after a time (timedepending on which function is indicated).The information symbol can also illuminate inconjunction with other symbols.
NOTE
When a service message is shown, the symbol and message are cleared using theOK button, or disappear automatically
after a time.
Main beam OnThe symbol illuminates when main beam is on and with main beam flash.
Left/right-hand direction indicatorBoth direction indicator symbols flash whenthe hazard warning flashers are used.
Eco function onThe symbol illuminates when the Eco functionis activated.
Start/StopThe symbol shines when the engine is auto-stopped.
Tyre pressure systemThe symbol illuminates in the event of lowtyre pressure, or if a fault arises in the tyrepressure system.
Related information
• Combined instrument panel (p. 59)
• Combined instrument cluster - meaning of warning symbols (p. 65)
• Digital combined instrument panel - over-view (p. 60)
Combined instrument cluster - meaning of warning symbols
The warning symbols alert the driver that an important function is activated, or that a seri-ous error or a serious failure has occurred.
Warning symbols
SymbolSpecification
Low oil pressure A
Parking brake applied, digital instrument
Parking brake applied, ana- logue instrument
Airbags – SRS
Seatbelt reminder
Alternator not charging
Fault in brake system
Warning
A
For certain engine variants, the symbol for low oil pressure is not used. Warnings are made via display text; seeEngine oil - checking and filling (p. 346).
Low oil pressureIf this symbol illuminates during driving then the engine's oil pressure is too low. Stop the
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engine immediately and check the engine oil level, top up if necessary. If the symbol illumi-nates and the oil level is normal, contact aworkshop. Volvo recommends that you seekassistance from an authorised Volvo work-shop.
Parking brake appliedThis symbol illuminates with a constant glowwhen the parking brake is applied. The sym-bol flashes during application, and thenchanges over to a constant glow. A flashing symbol in any other situation means that a fault has arisen. Read the mes-sage on the information display. For more information, see Parking brake (p. 293).
Airbags – SRSIf this symbol remains illuminated or illumi-nates while driving, it means a fault has beendetected in the seatbelt buckle, SRS, SIPS, orIC systems. Drive immediately to a workshopto have the system checked. Volvo recom-mends that you seek assistance from anauthorised Volvo workshop.
Seatbelt reminderThis symbol flashes if someone in a front seathas not put on their seatbelt or if someone ina rear seat has taken off their seatbelt.
Alternator not chargingThis symbol illuminates during driving if afault has occurred in the electrical system.Visit a workshop. Volvo recommends that youseek assistance from an authorised Volvoworkshop.
Fault in brake systemIf this symbol illuminates, the brake fluid levelmay be too low. Stop the car in a safe placeand check the level in the brake fluid reser-voir; see Brake and clutch fluid - level (p.350). If the brake and ABS symbols illuminate at the same time, there may be a fault in thebrake force distribution system.
1. Stop the car in a safe place and turn offthe engine.
2. Restart the engine.
•If both symbols extinguish, continue driving.
• If the symbols remain illuminated,check the level in the brake fluid reser-voir, see Brake and clutch fluid - level(p. 350). If the brake fluid level is nor-mal but the symbols are still illumi-nated, the car can be driven, with greatcare, to a workshop to have the brakesystem checked. Volvo recommendsthat you seek assistance from anauthorised Volvo workshop.
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. The loss of brake fluid must be investiga- ted by a workshop. Volvo recommendsthat you contact an authorised Volvoworkshop.
WARNING
If the BRAKE and ABS symbols are lit at the same time, there is a risk that the rearend will skid during heavy braking.
WarningThe red warning symbol illuminates when a fault has been indicated which could affectthe safety and/or driveability of the car. Anexplanatory text is shown on the informationdisplay at the same time. The symbol remainsvisible until the fault has been rectified but thetext message can be cleared with the OK
button; see Menu navigation - combinedinstrument panel (p. 100). The warning sym-bol can also illuminate in conjunction withother symbols. Action:
1. Stop in a safe place. Do not drive the car further.
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04 Climate control
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.129
Engine and passenger compartment heater*
Preconditioning prepares the car's heater, engine and passenger compartment beforedeparture so that both wear and energyneeds during the journey are reduced. The heater can be started directly (p. 130) or with a timer (p. 130). The heater cannot start if the outside tem- perature exceeds 15 °C. At –5 °C or lower themaximum running time of the heater is 50minutes.
WARNING
Do not use the fuel-driven heater indoors. Exhaust gases are secreted.
NOTE
When the fuel-driven auxiliary heater is active there may be smoke from the right-hand wheel housing, which is perfectlynormal.
Refuelling
Warning label on fuel filler flap.
WARNING
Fuel which spills out could be ignited. Switch off the fuel-driven auxiliary heaterbefore starting to refuel. Check in the combined instrument panel that the heater is switched off. The heatsymbol is shown when it is operating.
Parking on a hillIf the car is parked on a steep hill, the front of the car should point downhill to ensure thatthere is a supply of fuel to the fuel-drivenheater.
Battery and fuelIf the battery has insufficient charge or thefuel level is too low, the heater will beswitched off automatically and a message appears on the information display. Acknowl-edge the message by pressing the indicatorstalk (p. 100)
OK button once.
IMPORTANT
Repeated use of the heater combined with short journeys leads to the battery dis-charging and consequential starting prob-lems. The car should be driven for the same time as the heater is used to ensure that thecar's battery is recharged adequately toreplace the energy consumed by theheater when it is used on a regular basis.The heater is used for a maximum of 50minutes each time.
Related information
• Engine block heater and passenger com- partment heater* - messages (p. 132)
• Additional heater* (p. 134)
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05 Loading and storage
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144* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Loading - bag holder
The bag holder keeps carrier bags in place and prevents them from overturning andspreading their contents across the cargoarea.
Bag holder under folding hatch in the floor.
1. Fold up the holder, which is part of the floor hatch.
2. Fasten the bags with strap and secure the carrying handle in the hooks.
Related information
• Loading (p. 142)
12 V electrical socket - cargo area*
The electrical socket can be used for various accessories designed for 12 V, e.g. displayscreens, music players and mobile phones.
Lower the cover to access the electrical socket. •The socket also provides voltage when the remote control key is not in the igni-tion switch.
IMPORTANT
Max. power takeoff is 10 A (120 W).
NOTE
Remember that using the electrical socket with the engine switched off involves therisk of discharging the car's battery.
NOTE
The compressor for temporary emergency puncture repair has been tested andapproved by Volvo. For information on theuse of Volvo's recommended temporaryemergency puncture repair (TMK), Emer-gency puncture repair (p. 333).
Related information
• Tunnel console - 12 V-sockets (p. 141)
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08 Starting and driving
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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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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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speed for a few minutes in order to allow the gearbox to cool down.
• If the car overheats, the air conditioningmay be switched off temporarily.
• Do not turn the engine off immediatelyyou stop after a hard drive.
NOTE
It is normal for the engine's cooling fan to operate for a time after the engine hasbeen switched off.
Driving with open tailgate
When driving with the tailgate open, toxic exhaust fumes can be sucked into the carthrough the cargo area.
WARNING
Do not drive with an open tailgate! Toxic exhaust fumes could be drawn into the carthrough the cargo area.
Related information
•Loading (p. 142)
Overload - starter battery
The electrical functions in the car load the starter battery (p. 361) to varying degrees.Avoid using the key position (p. 70)
II when
the engine is switched off. Instead use the I
mode - which uses less power. Also, be aware of different accessories that load the electrical system. Do not use func-tions which use a lot of power when theengine is switched off. Examples of suchfunctions are: • ventilation fan
• headlamps
• windscreen wiper
• audio system (high volume).
If the starter battery voltage is low then the combined instrument panel's information dis- play shows the text
Low battery Power
save mode. The energy-saving function then
shuts down certain functions or reduces cer- tain functions such as the ventilation fanand/or audio system.
–In which case, charge the battery by star- ting the engine and then running it for atleast 15 minutes - starter battery chargingis more effective during driving than run-ning the engine at idling speed while sta-tionary.
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1. Fold out the wiper arm.
2. Grip the inner section of the blade (by the arrow).
3. Turn anticlockwise to use the blade's end position against the wiper arm as a lever to detach the blade more easily.
4. Press the new wiper blade into position. Check that it is firmly installed.
5. Lower the wiper arm.
CleaningFor cleaning wiper blades and windscreen,see Car washing (p. 379).
IMPORTANT
Check the blades regularly. Neglected maintenance shortens the service life ofthe wiper blades.
Related information
• Washer fluid - filling (p. 361)
Washer fluid - filling
Washer fluid is used for cleaning the head- lamps and windows. Washer fluid with anti-freeze must be used during winter.
The windscreen and headlamp washers share a common reservoir.
IMPORTANT
Use washer fluid with antifreeze during the winter to avoid freezing in the pump, reser-voir and hoses.
For capacities, see Washer fluid - quality and volume (p. 401).
Related information
•Wiper blades (p. 359)
Battery
The service life and function of the battery is influenced by factors such as the number ofstarts, discharging, driving style, driving con-ditions, climatic conditions etc. The starter battery is a traditional 12 V bat- tery.
• Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running.
• Check that the cables to the battery arecorrectly connected and properly tight-ened.
WARNING
•The battery can generate oxyhydrogen gas, which is highly explosive. A sparkcan be formed if a jump lead is con-nected incorrectly, and this can beenough for the battery to explode.
• The battery contains sulphuric acid,which can cause serious burns.
• If sulphuric acid comes into contactwith eyes, skin or clothing, flush withlarge quantities of water. If acidsplashes into the eyes - seek medicalattention immediately.
IMPORTANT
Only a traditional battery charger should ever be used when charging the battery.
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