2014 VOLVO XC70 key battery

09 Maintenance and specifications
Battery09
351
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

09 Maintenance and specifications
Battery 09
352
WARNING
Connect and disconnect the positive and negative cables in the correct sequence.
RemovalSwitch off the ignition, remove the remote key from the ignition slot and wait at least5 minutes before disconnecting the battery sothat all information in the vehicle's electricalsystem can be stored in the control modules.
Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover.
Release the rubber molding so that the rear cover is free.
Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
Detach the black negative cable.
Detach the red positive cable
Detach the ventilation hose from the
battery
Loosen the screw holding the battery
clamp.
Move the battery to the side and lift it up.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead com-pounds, chemicals known to the state ofCalifornia to cause cancer and reproduc-tive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Installation1. Lower the battery into the battery box.
2. Move the battery inward and to the side until it reaches the rear edge of the box.
3. Tighten the clamp that secures the bat- tery.
4. Connect the ventilation hose. > Be sure that it is correctly connectedto the battery and the vent in the vehi- cle's body.
5. Connect the red positive cable.

11 Index
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382
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 225
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 132
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system............................. 222
Active high beams..................................... 98Active yaw control................................... 142
Adaptive brake lights............................... 131
Adaptive cruise control.................... 148, 150 queue assist........................................ 153
Airbags disconnecting the front passenger’s
side................................................. 26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 210
Air distribution.......................................... 206
Air distribution table................................. 213
Air vents................................................... 207 All Wheel Drive......................................... 128
Ambient temperature sensor..................... 84
Anti-freeze....................................... 276, 338Anti-lock brake system
warning light................................... 79, 81
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 132
Approach lighting.............................. 59, 104Audio system AUX/USB sockets............................... 254 Bluetooth ®
devices............................. 257
Bluetooth ®
hands-free system........... 259
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 257
getting started.................................... 231
HD digital radio................................... 242
introduction......................................... 230
media player....................................... 249
overview.............................................. 230
radio functions.................................... 240SiriusXM ™ satellite radio.................... 244
sound settings.................................... 235
steering wheel keypad........................ 231
voice control....................................... 268
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 111
Automatic locking retractor....................... 38 Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 126
general description..................... 125, 126
oil........................................................ 376
shiftlock override................................ 128
Axle weight.............................................. 311
B
Battery changing..................................... 351, 352
maintenance....................................... 351
remote key, replacing........................... 62
specifications...................................... 377
warning symbols................................. 350
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) 190, 191, 192
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 259
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 50
Booster cushions....................................... 46
Brake lights.............................................. 131Brake system ABS..................................................... 132
Brake pad inspection.......................... 131
checking fluid level............................. 338
emergency brake assistance.............. 132

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388
Registering child restraints........................ 39 Remote controlprivate locking...................................... 65
Remote key................................................ 56 approach lighting.................................. 59
immobilizer........................................... 58
key blade.................................. 56, 62, 65
locking the vehicle................................ 59
Personal Car Communicator.......... 59, 60
replacing the battery............................. 62
unlocking the vehicle............................ 59
Remote key/PCC common functions................................ 59
Reporting safety defects............................ 17
Roadside Assistance............................... 381
Road sign information (RSI)..................... 144
Roof loads............................................... 287
S
Safety, occupant........................................ 16
Safety defects, reporting........................... 17Seat belt reminder................................................ 19 Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emer-
gency locking retractor......................... 38
buckling................................................ 18
maintenance......................................... 18
pretensioners........................................ 18
reminder................................................ 18
reminder warning light.......................... 82securing child restraint
systems.................................... 42, 44, 46
unbuckling............................................ 18
use during pregnancy........................... 20
using..................................................... 18
Seats, front.......................................... 88, 89
Sensus..................................................... 196
Shiftlock....................................................... 9 override............................................... 128
Side door mirrors..................................... 110
Side impact airbags................................... 30
Side marker lights, changing bulbs......... 343
Sign information (RSI).............................. 144SiriusXM ™ satellite radio......................... 244
Snow chains............................................ 314
Snow tires................................................ 314
Spare tire................................................. 315 Speed-dependent steering...................... 222
Spin control............................................. 142
SRS............................................................ 21
Stability system............................... 142, 143
indicator light........................................ 81
Starting the engine.................................. 120 remote start........................................ 122
with keyless drive............................... 120
Starting the vehicle after a crash (crash mode).................... 35
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)........................ 58
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 289Steering wheel adjusting............................................... 95
heated................................................... 96
horn....................................................... 95
keypad.................................. 95, 199, 231
Steering wheel paddles............................. 95
Stone chips, touching up......................... 366
Storage spaces........................................ 223
Studded tires........................................... 314
Sunroof (moonroof).................................. 115
Sun shade................................................ 108