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05 Comfort and driving pleasure
Active chassis system–Four C*
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222* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Active chassis (Four C)
Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Con- trolled Chassis Concept), regulates the cha-racteristics of the shock absorbers so that thecar's driving characteristics can be adjusted.There are three settings: Comfort, Sport andAdvanced.
NOTE
This system is available on Canadian mod- els only.
ComfortComfort mode offers a somewhat softer ride and the transmission shifts gears at lowerrpm. This mode is particularly suitable forlong-distance highway driving. The indicatorlight in the button will be on when this modeis selected.
SportIn this mode, the vehicle's body sway isreduced during cornering and steeringresponse is more immediate. The transmis-sion shifts up at higher rpm for sportier driv-ing. The indicator light in the button will be onto indicate that Sport mode has beenselected.
AdvancedIn this mode, body sway in curves is minimaland steering response is very direct. Gearshifting is done at high rpm in each gear fordynamic and active driving.
Operation
Chassis settings
Use the buttons in the center console to change setting. The setting in use when theengine is switched off is activated the nexttime the engine is started.
Speed-dependent steering force*
Steering force increases with the speed of the vehicle to give the driver enhanced sensitivity.At low speed the vehicle is easy to steer inorder to facilitate parking, etc. Steering force can be changed under
MY
CAR
Car settingsSteering wheel
force
. Select Low, Medium or High. For a
description of the menu system, see page 199.
NOTE
This steering force level menu function cannot be accessed when the vehicle is inmotion.

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Passenger compartment convenience
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Compartment in door panel
Storage pocket on the front edge of the front seat cushions
Glove compartment
Storage compartment, 12-volt socket and AUX input
Jacket holder
Rear seat cup holders
Storage pocket
Jacket holderThe jacket hanger is located on the inboard side of the front passenger's seat headrestraint. It is only intended for hanging lightgarments.
Tunnel console
Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.) under armrest, AUX input/USB connec-tor.
Includes cup holder for driver and pas- senger, 12-volt socket and a small stor-age compartment.
Glove compartment
The owner's manual and maps can be kept here. There are also holders for pens and fuelcards. The glove compartment can be lockedmanually with the key blade, see page 70.

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Passenger compartment convenience
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Vanity mirror
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Vanity mirror with lightingThe light comes on automatically when the cover is lifted.
12-volt sockets
G021439
12-volt socket in the front tunnel console
G021440
12-volt socket in the rear center console
The electrical sockets can be used for 12-volt accessories such as cell phone chargers andcoolers. For the socket to supply current, the ignition must be in at least mode
I, see
page 86. The maximum current consumption is 10A (120W) if only one of the 12-volt sockets inthe passenger compartment is in use. If boththe front and rear sockets are used at thesame time, the maximum current consump-tion per socket is 7.5A (90W). The auxiliary sockets can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarettelighters and ashtrays can be purchased fromyour Volvo retailer.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.

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Radio
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240* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
General functions
RADIO button for selecting the AM, FM1,
FM2, SAT1* or SAT2* wavebands.
Keypad (buttons 0-9)
Navigate among the menu alternatives in the display by turning TUNE or the thumb
wheel on the steering wheel keypad.
Confirm your selection or access the radio menus by pressing OK/MENU or
the thumb wheel on the steering wheelkeypad.
Left/right arrow keys: Press and hold to go to the next/previous strong station,press briefly to tune to a preset station.
Menu navigationRADIO menu selections can be made from
the center console or the steering wheel key-pad, see page 231 for more information.
Selecting a station (in wavebands AM/FM1/FM2)
Automatic tuning1. Press RADIO, turn TUNE to toggle to the
desired waveband (AM, FM1, etc.) and
press OK/MENU or the thumb wheel on
the steering wheel keypad.
2. Press
/ keys on the center con-
sole control panel or steering wheel key- pad to search for the next available sta-tion.
List of stations (in wavebands FM1/FM2 only)
The radio automatically compiles a list of the strongest FM stations whose signals are cur-rently being received. This enables you to findstations when driving in areas where radiostations and their frequencies are unfamiliar. To access this list:1. Select the desired waveband (
FM1 orFM2).
2. Turn TUNE slightly in either direction.
This displays the list of stations in the area. The currently tuned station will be indicated in the list by magnified text.
3. Turn TUNE again in either direction to
select a station on the list.
4. Confirm by pressing OK/MENU or the
thumb wheel on the steering wheel key-pad.
NOTE
• This list will only display the frequen- cies of the stations currently beingreceived,
not a complete list of all
radio frequencies on the currentlyselected waveband.
• If the signal from the currently tunedstation is weak, this may prevent theradio from updating the list of stations. If this occurs, press
while the list
of stations is displayed to switch to manual tuning mode and select a sta-tion. If the list of stations is no longerdisplayed, turn TUNE in either direc-
tion to display the list again and press
.
The list will disappear from the display after several seconds. If the station list is no longer displayed, turn TUNE in either direction and press
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Bluetooth®
hands-free connection
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New contacts can be added in phone mode in
Phone menuPhone bookNew
contact.
1. When
Name is highlighted, press OK/
MENU to go to the character entry mode
(see the illustration).
2. Turn TUNE to the desired letter and press
OK/MENU to confirm. The number/letter
keys on the center console can also be used.
3. Continue to the next letter, etc. The name entered will be displayed in the characterentry field (2).
4. To switch from letter entry mode to the entry mode for numbers or special char-acters, or to toggle between upper andlower case letters, etc., turn TUNE to one
of the selections (see the explanation inthe following table) in the list (1) and pressOK/MENU .
When you have finished entering the name, select
OK in the list in the display (1) and
press OK/MENU . Continue by entering the
phone number in the same way. When you have entered the phone number, press OK/MENU and select a tag for the
number (
Mobile phone, Home, Work orGeneral). Press OK/MENU to confirm. When all of the contact's information has been entered, select
Save contact in the
menu to save.
123/AB
CToggle between letters and numbers by pressing OK/
MENU .
MoreSwitch to special characters by pressing OK/MENU.
OKSave and return to Add con-
tact by pressing OK/MENU.
Toggle between upper and lower case letters by pressingOK/MENU.
Press OK/MENU and the cur-
sor will move to the character entry field (2) at the top of thedisplay. The cursor can now bemoved by turning TUNE to a
position where new characterscan be entered or deleted bypressing EXIT. In order to add
characters, return to text entrymode by pressing OK/MENU.
Speed dialSpeed dial numbers can be added in phone mode in
Phone menuPhone bookSpeed dial.
To use speed dial to make a call in phone mode, press a button on the center consolekeypad followed by OK/MENU. If a contact
has not been saved on the speed dial numberused, you will be prompted to save a contacton the number selected.
Accept vCardsvCards from other cell phones can be addedto the infotainment system's phone book. Toenable this feature, put the infotainment sys- tem in discoverable mode for Bluetooth ®
. The
feature is activated in
Phone menuPhone
book
Receive vCard.
Memory statusIn phone mode, the memory status of the infotainment system's phone book and theconnected cell phone's phone book can be seen in
Phone menuPhone bookMemory status.
Clearing the phone bookIn phone mode, all entries in the infotainment system's phone book can be cleared in

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Driving recommendations
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General information
Economical driving conserves natural
resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts andstops and adjusting the speed of your vehicleto immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules:
• Bring the engine to normal operating tem- perature as soon as possible by drivingwith a light foot on the accelerator pedalfor the first few minutes of operation. Acold engine uses more fuel and is subjectto increased wear.
• Whenever possible, avoid using the vehi-cle for driving short distances. This doesnot allow the engine to reach normaloperating temperature.
• Drive carefully and avoid rapid accelera-tion and hard braking.
• Use the transmission's Drive (
D) position
as often as possible and avoid using kick-down.
• Using the transmission's Sport mode 1
may increase fuel consumption some-what. Use the transmission's Drive ( D)
position as often as possible. See page 127 for additional information about Sportmode.
• Do not exceed posted speed limits.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extraload) in the vehicle.
• Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tirepressure regularly (when tires are cold).
• Remove snow tires when threat of snowor ice has ended.
• Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,increase air resistance and also fuel con-sumption.
• At highway driving speeds, fuel consump-tion will be lower with the air conditioningon and the windows closed than with theair conditioning off and the windowsopen.
• Using the onboard trip computer's fuelconsumption modes can help you learnhow to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are: • Dirty air cleaner
• Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
• Dragging brakes
• Incorrect front end alignment Some of the above mentioned items and oth- ers are checked at the standard maintenanceintervals.WARNING
Driving with the tailgate open:
Driving
with the tailgate open could lead to poi- sonous exhaust gases entering the pas-senger compartment. If the tailgate mustbe kept open for any reason, proceed asfollows: • Close the windows
• Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side win-dows and the blower control to itshighest setting.
Weight distribution affects handlingAt the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means thatthe steering wheel has to be turned morethan might seem appropriate for the curva-ture of a bend. This ensures good stabilityand reduces the risk of rear wheel skid.Remember that these properties can alterwith the vehicle load. The heavier the load inthe cargo area, the less the tendency toundersteer.
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Models with the T6 turbo engine only.

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Handling, roadholdingVehicle load, tire design and inflation pres- sure all affect vehicle handling. Therefore,check that the tires are inflated to the recom-mended pressure according to the vehicleload. See the "Tire pressure" section. Loadsshould be distributed so that capacity weightor maximum permissible axle loads are notexceeded.
Driving through water
•The vehicle can be driven through water up to a depth of approximately 10 in.(25 cm), at a maximum speed of 6 mph(10 km/h).
• Take particular care when driving throughflowing water.
• Clean the electrical connections for trailerwiring after driving in mud or water.
• When driving through water, maintain lowspeed and do not stop in the water.
WARNING
•Avoid driving through standing or rushing water. Doing so can be dan-gerous and it may also be difficult todetermine the actual depth of thewater.
• If water cannot be avoided, after driv-ing through the water, press lightly onthe brake pedal to ensure that thebrakes are functioning normally. Wateror mud can make the brake liningsslippery, resulting in delayed brakingeffect.
CAUTION
• Engine damage will occur if water is drawn into the air cleaner.
• If the vehicle is driven through waterdeeper than 10 in (25 cm), water mayenter the differential and the transmis-sion. This reduces the oil's lubricatingcapacity and may shorten the servicelife of these components.
• Do not allow the vehicle to stand inwater up to the door sills longer thanabsolutely necessary. This could resultin electrical malfunctions.
• If the engine has been stopped whilethe vehicle is in water, do not attemptto restart it. Have the vehicle towedout of the water.
Engine and cooling systemUnder special conditions, for example when driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or withheavy loads, there is a risk that the engineand cooling system will overheat. Proceed asfollows to avoid overheating the engine. •
Maintain a low speed when driving with a trailer up long, steep hills.
• Do not turn the engine off immediatelywhen stopping after a hard drive.

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WARNING
The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after theengine has been switched off.
•Remove any auxiliary lights from in front of the grille when driving in hot weatherconditions.
• Do not exceed engine speeds of4500 rpm if driving with a trailer in hillyterrain. The oil temperature could becometoo high.
Conserving electrical currentKeep the following in mind to help minimize battery drain:
• When the engine is not running, avoid using ignition mode
II. Many electrical
systems (the audio system, the optionalnavigation system, power windows, etc)will function in ignition modes 0 and I.
These modes reduce drain on the battery.
• Please keep in mind that using systems,accessories, etc., that consume a greatdeal of current when the engine is notrunning could result in the battery beingcompletely drained. Driving or having theengine running for approximately15 minutes will help keep the batterycharged. •
The optional 12 volt socket in the cargoarea provides electrical current even withthe ignition switched off, which drains thebattery.
Before a long distance tripIt is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked by a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician before driving long dis-tances. Your retailer will also be able to sup-ply you with bulbs, fuses, spark plugs andwiper blades for your use in the event thatproblems occur. As a minimum, the following items should be checked before any long trip:
• Check that engine runs smoothly and that fuel consumption is normal.
• Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage.
• Have the transmission oil level checked.
• Check condition of drive belts.
• Check state of the battery's charge.
• Examine tires carefully (the spare tire aswell), and replace those that are worn.Check tire pressures.
• The brakes, front wheel alignment, andsteering gear should be checked by atrained and qualified Volvo service techni-cian only.
• Check all lights, including high beams. •
Reflective warning triangles are legallyrequired in some states/provinces.
• Have a word with a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician if you intend todrive in countries where it may be difficultto obtain the correct fuel.
• Consider your destination. If you will bedriving through an area where snow or iceare likely to occur, consider snow tires.
Cold weather precautionsIf you wish to check your vehicle before the approach of cold weather, the followingadvice is worth noting:
• Make sure that the engine coolant con- tains 50 percent antifreeze. Any othermixture will reduce freeze protection. Thisgives protection against freezing down to–31 °F (–35 °C). The use of "recycled"antifreeze is not approved by Volvo. Dif-ferent types of antifreeze must not bemixed.
• Volvo recommends using only genuineVolvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
• Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – thishelps prevent the formation of condensa-tion in the tank. In addition, in extremelycold weather conditions it is worthwhileto add fuel line de-icer before refueling.
• The viscosity of the engine oil is impor-tant. Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil)