2014 VOLVO V60 winter tyres

Table of contents
8* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Filling up with fuel................................... 300
Fuel - handling........................................ 301
Fuel - petrol............................................. 302
Fuel - diesel............................................. 302
Catalytic converters................................ 303
Fuel - bioethanol E85.............................. 304
Diesel particle filter (DPF)........................ 305
Economical driving.................................. 305
Driving with a trailer................................ 306
Driving with a trailer - manual gearbox... 308
Driving with a trailer - automatic gearbox 308
Towing bracket/Towbar.......................... 309
Detachable towbar - storage.................. 309
Detachable towbar - specifications........ 309Detachable towbar - attachment/
removal................................................... 310
Trailer stabiliser - TSA............................. 312
Towing.................................................... 313
Towing eye.............................................. 315
Recovery................................................. 316
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09 Wheels and tyres
Tyres - direction of rotation.................... 318
Tyres - maintenance............................... 318
Tyres - tread wear indicators.................. 320
Wheel bolts............................................. 320
Tools....................................................... 320
Jack*....................................................... 321
Winter tyres............................................. 321
Wheel and wheel rim dimensions........... 322
Tyres - dimensions.................................. 322
Tyres - load index................................... 323
Tyres - speed ratings.............................. 323
Changing wheels - removing wheels...... 324
Changing wheels - fitting........................ 327
Tyres - air pressure................................. 328
Warning triangle...................................... 329
First aid kit*............................................. 329
Tyre pressure monitoring*....................... 330Tyre pressure monitoring* - adjust (recali-
bration).................................................... 330 Tyre pressure monitoring* - rectifying low
tyre pressure........................................... 331 Tyre pressure monitoring* - activate/
deactivate............................................... 331 Tyre pressure monitoring* - recommen-
dations.................................................... 332
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Tyre pressure monitoring - driveable
punctured tyres*...................................... 332
Emergency puncture repair.................... 333
Emergency puncture repair kit - location 333Emergency puncture repair kit - over-
view......................................................... 334
Emergency puncture repair - operation.. 335
Emergency puncture repair - rechecking 336Emergency puncture repair kit - inflating
the tyres.................................................. 337
Emergency puncture repair kit - sealant. 338
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08 Starting and driving
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Before a long journey
Before a long journey, it makes good sense to go through the following points: •Check that the engine is working normally and that fuel consumption (p. 403) is nor-mal.
• Make sure that there are no leaks (fuel, oilor other fluid).
• Check all bulbs and tyre tread depths.
• Carrying a warning triangle (p. 329) is alegal requirement in certain countries.
Related information
• Engine oil - checking and filling (p. 346)
• Changing wheels - removing wheels (p.324)
• Lamp replacement (p. 352)
Winter driving
For winter driving it is important to perform certain checks in order to ensure that the carcan be driven safely. Check the following in particular before the cold season:
• The engine coolant (p. 349) must contain at least 50% glycol. This mixture protectsthe engine against frost erosion down toapproximately –35 °C. To achieve opti-mum antifreeze protection, different typesof glycol must not be mixed.
• The fuel tank must be kept filled to pre-vent condensation.
• Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils withlower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate star-ting in cold weather and also reduce fuelconsumption while the engine is cold. Formore information on suitable oils, seeEngine oil - adverse driving conditions (p.395).
IMPORTANT
Low viscosity oil must not be used for hard driving or in hot weather.
•The condition of the starter battery and charge level must be inspected. Coldweather places great demands on the starter battery and its capacity is reducedby the cold.
• Use washer fluid (p. 361) to avoid iceforming in the washer fluid reservoir.
To achieve optimum roadholding Volvo rec- ommends using winter tyres on all wheels ifthere is a risk of snow or ice.
NOTE
The use of winter tyres is a legal require- ment in certain countries. Studded tyresare not permitted in all countries.
Slippery driving conditionsPractise driving on slippery surfaces under controlled conditions to learn how the carreacts.
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09 Wheels and tyres
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New tyres
Tyres are perishable. After a few years they begin to harden at the same time as the fric-tion capacity/characteristics gradually deteri-orate. For this reason, aim to get as freshtyres as possible when you replace them.This is especially important with regard towinter tyres. The last four digits in thesequence mean the week and year of manu-facture. This is the tyre's DOT marking(Department of Transportation), and this isstated with four digits, for example 1510. Thetyre in the figure was manufactured in week15 of 2010.
Summer and winter tyresWhen summer and winter wheels arechanged the wheels should be marked withwhich side of the car they were mounted on,for example L for left and R for right.
Wear and maintenanceCorrect tyre pressure (p. 328) results in moreeven wear. Driving style, tyre pressure, cli-mate and road condition affect how quicklyyour tyres age and wear. To avoid differencesin tread depth and to prevent wear patternsarising, the front and rear wheels can beswitched with each other. A suitable distancefor the first change is approx. 5000 km andthen at 10000 km intervals. Volvo recom-mends that you contact an authorised Volvoworkshop for checking if you are uncertainabout tread depth. If significant differences inwear (> 1 mm difference in tread depth)between tyres have already occurred, theleast worn tyres must always be placed onthe rear. Understeer is normally easier to cor-rect than oversteer, and leads to the car con-tinuing forwards in a straight line rather thanhaving the rear end skidding to one side,resulting in possible complete loss of controlover the car. This is why it is important for therear wheels never to lose grip before the frontwheels. Wheels should be stored lying down or hang- ing up - and not standing up.
WARNING
A damaged tyre may lead to loss of control over the car.
Related information
• Tyres - dimensions (p. 322)
• Tyres - speed ratings (p. 323)
• Tyres - load index (p. 323)
• Tyres - direction of rotation (p. 318)
• Tyres - tread wear indicators (p. 320)
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09 Wheels and tyres
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Jack*
A jack is used to raise the car, e.g. when changing the tyres. The original jack should only be used for changing to the spare wheel. The jack'sthread must always be well greased.
Tools - returning into place
The tools and jack* must be returned to their correct places after use. The jack needs to becranked together to the correct position inorder to have space.
IMPORTANT
The tools and jack* must be stored in the intended location in the car's cargo areawhen not in use.
Related information
• Warning triangle (p. 329)
• Emergency puncture repair (p. 333)
Winter tyres
Winter tyres are tyres that are adapted for winter road conditions.
Winter tyresVolvo recommends winter tyres with particu-lar dimensions. Tyre dimensions are depend-ent on engine variant. When driving on wintertyres, the correct type of tyres must be fittedto all four wheels.
NOTE
Volvo recommends that you consult a Volvo dealer about which wheel rim andtyre types are most suitable.
Studded tyresStudded winter tyres should be run in gently for 500-1000 km so the studs settle properlyinto the tyres. This gives the tyre, and espe-cially the studs, a longer service life.
NOTE
The legal provisions for the use of studded tyres vary from country to country.
Tread depthRoad conditions with ice, slush and low tem- peratures place considerably higher demandson tyres than summer conditions. Volvotherefore recommends not to drive on wintertyres that have a tread depth of less than4 mm.
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09 Wheels and tyres
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WARNING
19-inch wheels must never be used on
cars that are not equipped with the R-
Design or Sport chassis options. The use of 19-inch wheels on cars with standard
chassis constitutes a safety risk, with a
risk of vehicle damage, and it impairs thecar's driving characteristics.
Related information
• Tyres - speed ratings (p. 323)
• Tyres - load index (p. 323)
• Tyres - direction of rotation (p. 318)
• Tyres - maintenance (p. 318)
• Tyres - approved tyre pressures (p. 407)
• Wheel and wheel rim dimensions (p. 322)
Tyres - load index
Load index indicates a tyre's ability to carry a certain load. Each tyre has a certain capacity to carry a load, a load index (LI). The car's weight deter-mines the load capacity required of the tyres.Minimum permissible index is indicated in theload index table.
Related information
•Tyres - dimensions (p. 322)
• Tyres - approved tyre pressures (p. 407)
• Tyres - speed ratings (p. 323)
• Tyres - maintenance (p. 318)
Tyres - speed ratings
Each tyre can withstand a certain maximum speed and therefore belongs to a particularspeed rating (SS - Speed Symbol). Tyre speed class must at least correspond with the car's top speed. Minimum speed rat-ing is indicated in the speed rating tablebelow. The only exception to these regula- tions is the winter tyre (p. 321) 1
, where a
lower speed rating may be used. If such a tyre is chosen, the car must not be drivenfaster than the speed rating of the tyre (forexample, class Q can be driven at a maxi-mum of 160 km/h). Traffic regulations deter-mine how fast a car can be driven, not thespeed rating of the tyres.
NOTE
The maximum permitted speed is speci- fied in the table.
Q160 km/h (used only on winter tyres)
T190 km/h
H210 km/h
V240 km/h
1 Both metal-studded and studless tyres.
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09 Wheels and tyres
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324* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
W270 km/h
Y300 km/h
WARNING
The car must be fitted with tyres which have the same or a higher load index (p.323) (LI) and speed rating (SS) than speci-fied. If a tyre with too low a load index orspeed rating is used, it may overheat.
Related information
• Tyres - dimensions (p. 322)
• Tyres - load index (p. 323)
• Tyres - direction of rotation (p. 318)
Changing wheels - removing wheels
The car's wheels can be changed for e.g. win- ter wheels/winter tyres.
Spare wheel*The following instructions only apply if aspare wheel has been purchased as an accessory for the car.
If the car is not equip-
ped with a spare wheel - see information about Emergency puncture repair (TMK) (p.333). The spare wheel (Temporary spare) is only intended for use temporarily and must bereplaced by an ordinary wheel as soon aspossible. The car's handling may be alteredby the use of the spare wheel. The sparewheel is smaller than the normal wheel. Thecar's ground clearance is affected accord-ingly. Pay attention to high kerbs and do notmachine wash the car. If the spare wheel isfitted on the front axle, you cannot use snowchains at the same time. On all-wheel drivecars the drive on the rear axle can be discon-nected. The spare wheel must not berepaired. The correct tyre pressure for the spare wheel is stated in the tyre pressure table (p. 407).
IMPORTANT
• Never drive faster than 80 km/h with a spare wheel on the car.
• The car must never be driven fittedwith more than one "TemporarySpare" wheel.
The spare wheel is supplied in a bag which must be secured on the cargo area floorusing straps.
Cars with four load retaining eyelets.
Turn the handle on the spare wheel bag out towards you. Attach the sewn-in tensioningstrap hooks in the front load retaining eyelets.Attach the long strap into one of the frontload retaining eyelets, run the strap diagonallyover the spare wheel and through the upperhandle. Tighten the short tensioning straponto the long one. Attach the rear load retain-ing eyelet and tighten.
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09 Wheels and tyres
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Changing wheels - fitting
It is important that the procedure for fitting the wheel is carried out correctly.
Fitting1. Clean the contact surfaces between
wheel and hub.
2. Put on the wheel. Tighten the wheel bolts thoroughly.
3. Lower the car so that the wheels cannot rotate.
4. Tighten the wheel bolts crosswise. It isimportant that the wheel bolts are tight- ened properly. Tighten to 140 Nm. Checkthe torque with a torque wrench.
5. Refit any full wheel covers.
NOTE
• After a tyre has been inflated, always refit the dust cap in order to avoiddamage to the valve from gravel, dirt,etc.
• Only use plastic dust caps. Metal dustcaps can rust and become difficult tounscrew.
NOTE
The wheel cover outlet for the valve must be positioned over the valve on the wheelrim during fitting.
WARNING
Never crawl under the car when it is raised on the jack. Passengers must leave the car when it is raised on the jack. Park the car such that passengers have the car, or ideally a crash barrier, betweenthemselves and the roadway.
NOTE
The car's regular jack is designed only for use occasionally and for a short time, suchas when changing a wheel with a punc-tured tyre, switching between summertyres and winter tyres, etc. Only the jackbelonging to the specific model is to beused to jack up the car. If the car is to bejacked up more often, or for a longer timethan is required just to change a wheel,use of a garage jack is recommended. Inthis instance, follow the instructions foruse that come with the equipment.
Related information
•
Changing wheels - removing wheels (p. 324)
• Jack* (p. 321)
• Warning triangle (p. 329)
• Wheel bolts (p. 320)
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12 Alphabetical Index
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Towbar
detachable, attachment...................... 310
detachable, removal........................... 311
Towbar, see Towing equipment.............. 309 Towbar - detachable attachment/removal.................... 310, 311
Towing..................................................... 313 towing eye.......................................... 315
Towing bracket........................................ 309 specifications...................................... 309
Towing capacity and towball load........... 391
Towing eye.............................................. 315
TPMS - Tyre Pressure Monitoring........... 330
Traction control........................................ 175
Trailer....................................................... 306 cable........................................... 306, 307
driving with a trailer............................ 306
snaking............................................... 312
Trailer stability assist............................... 176
Trailer Stability Assist.............................. 312
Transmission............................................ 271Transmission oil volume and grade............................... 399
Transponder.............................................. 17
Tread depth............................................. 321
Tread wear indicators.............................. 320 Trip computer.......... 104, 105, 109, 112, 113
Trip meter.................................................. 68
Trip meter, resetting................ 107, 110, 112Troubleshooting
Adaptive Cruise Control..................... 199
TSA - trailer stability assist ............. 176, 312
Tunnel console........................................ 139 12 V socket......................................... 141
cigarette lighter and ashtray............... 139
Tunnel detection........................................ 81 Type approval Bluetooth ®
.......................................... 414
radar system....................................... 413
remote control key system................. 412
tyre pressure monitoring..................... 412
Type designations................................... 386
Tyre dimension........................................ 322
Tyre load index........................................ 323
Tyre pressure label.................................. 328
Tyre pressure monitoring......................... 330 Adjust.................................................. 330
arming................................................. 331
deactivate........................................... 331
driveable punctured tyres (SST)......... 332
low tyre pressure................................ 331
recommendations............................... 332 Tyres
direction of rotation............................ 318
maintenance....................................... 318
pressure...................................... 328, 407
puncture repair................................... 333
specifications...................................... 407
tread depth......................................... 321
tread wear indicators.......................... 320
tyre pressure monitoring..................... 330
winter tyres......................................... 321
U
Unlockingfrom the inside.................................... 165
from the outside................................. 164
Unlocking with the key blade................... 162
V
Vanity mirror...................................... 88, 140
Ventilation................................................ 119
Vibration damper..................................... 309
Volvo Sensus............................................. 68
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