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Owner maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements and inter- vals are described in your vehicle's Warrantyand Service Records Information booklet. The following points can be carried out between the normally scheduled maintenanceservices.
Each time the car is refueled:
•Check the engine oil level.
• Clean the windshield, windshield wipers, headlights, and taillights.
Monthly:
• Check cold tire pressure in all tires.Inspect the tires for wear.
• Check that engine coolant and other fluidlevels are between the indicated "min"and "max" markings.
• Clean interior glass surfaces with a glasscleaner and soft paper towels.
• Wipe driver information displays with asoft cloth.
• Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-rosion. Corrosion may indicate a looseterminal connector, or a battery near theend of its useful service life. Consult yourVolvo retailer for additional information.
As needed:Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to reduce wear that can be caused by a buildupof dirt, and corrosion that can be caused bysalt residues. Clean leaves and twigs from air intake vents at the base of the windshield, and from otherplaces where they may collect.
NOTE
Complete service information for qualified technicians is available online for purchaseor subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.
Hoisting the vehicle
If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the two jack attachments points should be used. They are specially reinforced to bear theweight of the vehicle. A garage jack can alsobe placed under the front of the engine sup-port frame. Take care not to damage thesplash guard under the engine. Ensure thatthe jack is positioned so that the vehicle can-not slide off it. Always use axle stands or sim-ilar structures. If a two-post hoist is used to lift the vehicle, the front and rear lift arm pads should becentered under the reinforced lift plates onthe inboard edge of the sill rail (see illustra-tion).
Emission inspection readiness
What is an Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II)?
OBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized engine management system. It stores diag-nostic information about your vehicle's emis-sion controls. It can light the Check Enginelight (MIL) if it detects an emission control"fault." A "fault" is a component or systemthat is not performing within an expectedrange. A fault may be permanent or tempo-rary. OBD II will store a message about anyfault.

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How do states use OBD II for emission
inspections?
Many states connect a computer directly to a vehicle's OBD II system. The inspector canthen read "faults." In some states, this type ofinspection has replaced the tailpipe emissiontest.
How can my vehicle fail OBD II emission inspection?
Your vehicle can fail OBD II emission inspec-tion for any of the following reasons.
• If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit, your vehicle may fail inspection.
• If your vehicle's Check Engine light waslit, but went out without any action onyour part, OBD II will still have a recordedfault. Your vehicle may pass or fail,depending on the inspection practices inyour area.
• If you had recent service that requireddisconnecting the battery, OBD II diag-nostic information may be incompleteand "not ready" for inspection. A vehiclethat is not ready may fail inspection.
How can I prepare for my next OBD II
emission inspection?
• If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit – orwas lit but went out without service, have your vehicle diagnosed and, if necessary,serviced by a qualified Volvo technician.
• If you recently had service for a lit CheckEngine light, or if you had service thatrequired disconnecting the battery, aperiod of driving is necessary to bring theOBD II system to "ready" for inspection.A half-hour trip of mixed stop-and-go/highway driving is typically needed toallow OBD II to reach readiness. YourVolvo retailer can provide you with moreinformation on planning a trip.
• Maintain your vehicle in accordance withyour vehicle's maintenance schedule.

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Opening and closing the hood
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Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the hood lock.
Lift the hood slightly. Press the release control (located under the right front edgeof the hood) to the left, and lift the hood.
WARNING
Check that the hood locks properly when closed.
Engine compartment, overview
Coolant expansion tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Dipstick-engine oil
Filler cap-engine oil
Cover over brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Relay/fuse box
Washer fluid reservoir
The appearance of the engine compartment may vary depending on engine model.
WARNING
The cooling fan (located at the front of the engine compartment, behind the radiator)may start or continue to operate (for up to6 minutes) after the engine has beenswitched off.
WARNING
Before performing any operations in the engine compartment, the ignition shouldalways be completely switched off (inmode 0, see page 87) and there should be
no remote keys in the passenger compart-ment. The gear selector should be in the P
(park) position. If the engine has been run-ning, wait until it has cooled before touch-ing any components in the engine com-partment. The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precau-tions must be followed to prevent injury.Always turn the ignition off when:
• Replacing distributor ignition compo- nents e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
• Do not touch any part of the distributorignition system while the engine is run-ning. This may result in unintendedmovements and body injury.

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With the wipers in the service position, fold out the wiper arm from the wind-shield. Press the button on the wiperblade attachment and pull the wiperblade straight out, parallel with the wiperarm.
Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks into place.
Check that the blade is securely in place.4. Press the wipers back against the wind-
shield.
To return the wipers from the service position to the normal position, fold the wipers backagainst the windshield and press the START/
STOP ENGINE button briefly to put the igni-
tion in mode I (or start the engine).
CleaningKeeping the windshield and wiper bladesclean helps improve visibility and prolongsthe service life of the wiper blades. Clean thewiper blades with a stiff-bristle brush andlukewarm soap solution or car washing deter-gent.
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
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1. Fold the wiper arm outward. 2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at
the arrow).
3. Pull out the blade to release it from the wiper arm.
4. Press the new wiper blade into place and check that it seats securely.
5. Fold the wiper arm back toward the tail- gate window.
Filling washer fluid
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Location of the washer fluid reservoir
The windshield and headlight washers share a common reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. Dur-ing cold weather, the reservoir should be

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WARNING
•Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Donot allow battery fluid to contact eyes,skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. Ifcontact occurs, flush the affected areaimmediately with water. Obtain medi-cal help immediately if eyes are affec-ted.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it becomes discharged repeatedly.
Maintenance
•
Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
• If necessary, add distilled water. The levelshould never be above the indicator.
• The fluid level should be checked if thebattery has been recharged.
• After inspection, be sure the cap overeach battery cell or the cover is securelyin place.
• Check that the battery cables are cor-rectly connected and properly tightened. •
Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running, or when the key is inthe ignition. This could damage the vehi-cle's electrical system.
• The battery should be disconnected fromthe vehicle when a battery charger isused directly on the battery.
• To help keep the battery in good condi-tion, the vehicle should be driven for atleast 15 minutes a week or connected toa charger with an automatic chargingfunction.
• If the battery is fully discharged a numberof times, this may shorten its service life.Keeping the battery fully charged helpsprolong its service life.
• The service life of a battery is affected byfactors such as driving conditions and cli-mate. Extreme cold may also furtherdecrease the battery’s starting capacity.
• Because the battery’s starting capacitydecreases with time, it may be necessaryto recharge it if the vehicle is not drivenfor an extended period of time or if thevehicle is usually only driven short dis-tances.
CAUTION
•Always use distilled or deionized water (battery water).
• Never fill above the level mark in thecell.
Changing

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fluid..................................................... 376
general information............................. 131
Hill Descent Control............................ 137
Bulbs cargo area lighting.............................. 345
headlights........................... 340, 341, 342
introduction......................................... 340
license plate lights...................... 344, 345
side marker lights............................... 343
specifications...................................... 345
taillight................................................ 344
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 186
Capacity weight....................................... 311Cargo areachanging bulbs................................... 345
floor rails............................................. 285
hooks for securing loads............ 285, 286
steel grid............................................. 289
Cargo area cover..................................... 290
Cargo area net......................................... 290
Catalytic converter................................... 281
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 259 Cell phone voice control.......................... 268
Central locking system, introduction......... 56
Chains...................................................... 314
Check engine light..................................... 79
Check Engine warning light....................... 80Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 39
Child restraint systems.............................. 40 booster cushions.................................. 46
convertible seats.................................. 44
infant seats........................................... 42
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 47
top tether anchors................................ 49
Child safety................................................ 37 booster cushions.................................. 46
child restraint systems.......................... 40
convertible seats.................................. 44
infant seats........................................... 42
Child safety locks...................................... 53
City Safety™............................................ 162
Climate system........................................ 211 air distribution............................. 206, 213
air vents.............................................. 207
Interior Air Quality System.................. 206
introduction......................................... 205 passenger compartment filter............ 205
refrigerant........................................... 205
Clock, setting............................................. 85
Cold weather driving................................ 276
Collision warning system................. 168, 169
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 113
Conserving electrical current................... 276
Controls, center console.......................... 231
Convertible seats....................................... 44
Coolant............................................ 338, 376
Cooling system, general information....... 275
Courtesy lighting.............................. 102, 103
Crash event data......................................... 9
Crash mode............................................... 35
Cruise control.................................. 146, 147 adaptive.............................................. 148
Curb weight............................................. 311
Current, conserving................................. 276
D
Daytime running lights............................... 97
Defroster.................................................. 211

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Detachable key blade.......................... 62, 65Dimensions XC70................................................... 372
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 26, 27
Dome lighting................................... 102, 103
Door mirrors............................................. 110
Driver alert............................................... 176
Driver distraction warning.......................... 13
Driving economically................................ 274
Driving in cold weather............................ 276
Driving through water.............................. 275
E
ECC......................................... 208, 210, 212
Eco guide................................................. 129
Economical driving.................................. 274
Electrically heated steering wheel............. 96
Electric parking brake.............................. 134
Electronic Climate Control....... 208, 210, 212 air distribution table............................ 213
Interior Air Quality System.................. 212
ventilated seats................................... 208 Emergency locking retractor...................... 38
Emergency starting.................................. 123
Emergency towing................................... 296
Emission inspection readiness................ 333Engine
overheating........................................... 82
specifications...................................... 374
starting................................................ 120
switching off....................................... 123
Engine compartment overview................ 335
Engine oil................................................. 375 checking............................................. 336
low pressure warning light.................... 81
volumes.............................................. 376
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 122
Environment............................................... 12
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 285
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 332 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 316 Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 366
placing correctly................................. 120
Floor rails................................................. 285
Fluid specifications.................................. 376
Fog lights................................................... 81 front, changing bulbs.......................... 344
rear...................................................... 101
Four C (active chassis system)................ 222
Front airbags.............................................. 22 disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 26, 27
Front fog lights changing bulbs................................... 344
Front park assist.............................. 182, 184
Front seats........................................... 88, 90 heated................................................. 208
Fuel filler cap........................................... 281
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 280
Fuel level warning light.............................. 81
Fuel requirements............................ 278, 279
Fuel tank volume..................................... 376
Fuses....................... 354, 355, 358, 361, 362

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O
Occupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor...................... 26, 27
Octane recommendations....................... 279
Odometer, trip........................................... 84Oilchecking............................................. 336
volumes.............................................. 376
Oil quality................................................. 375
OK button................................................ 197
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 381
Outside temperature sensor...................... 84
Overhead courtesy lighting.............. 102, 103
Overheating, engine................................... 82
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 282
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 366
Park assist....................................... 182, 184
Park Assist Camera................................. 186 Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 134
warning light......................................... 81
Parking lights........................................... 101 changing bulbs................................... 343
Personal Car Communicator, unique
functions.................................................... 60
Polishing.................................................. 364Power front seat memory function................................... 89
with keyless drive................................. 90
Power meter............................................ 129
Power mirrors.......................................... 110 defroster............................................. 111
Power moonroof...................................... 115Power steering fluid..................................................... 339
speed-dependent............................... 222
Power steering fluid................................. 376
Power tailgate.......................................... 283
Power windows....................................... 108 laminated glass................................... 109
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 20
Private locking........................................... 65
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING.. 123, 352, 377
R
Radio SiriusXM ™ satellite radio.................... 244
Radio functions........................................ 240 HD digital radio................................... 242
Rails, floor................................................ 285
Rain sensor.............................................. 105
Rear fog lights.......................................... 101
Rear park assist............................... 182, 184
Rear seat head restraints........................... 92Rear seats center head restraint............................. 91
folding................................................... 91
heated................................................. 209
Rearview mirror auto-dim function............................... 111
compass............................................. 113
Rear window defroster............................ 111
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 39
Refrigerant............................................... 376
Refueling.......................................... 278, 279 fuel filler cap....................................... 281
fuel filler door...................................... 280
fuel tank volume................................. 376