
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.

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6. Connect the black negative cable.
7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).
8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal).
9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with the clips. (See Removal).

10 Specifications
Specifications
10
377
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Washer fluid6.8 US qts (6.5 liters) 4.7 US qts (4.5 litersB
)Use a washer antifreeze recommended by Volvo, mixed with water.
Fuel tank volume3.0T/3.2 6 cyl.18.5 US gallons (70 liters)
A Under normal driving conditions the transmission oil does not need changing during its service life. However, it may be necessary under adverse driving conditions.
B Models without headlight washers
Electrical system
General information12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alter- nator. Single pole system in which the chas-sis and engine block are used as conductors.The negative terminal is connected to thechassis.
Performance, battery
Engine3.2 6-cyl./3.0T
Voltage (V)12
Cold start capacity (A)520 – 700
Reserve capacity (min)100 – 135
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.
CAUTION
If the battery is replaced, replace it with a battery of the same cold start capacity andreserve capacity as the original (see thedecal on the battery).

11 Index
11
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