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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
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 symbols on the battery
Wear protective goggles.
Keep away from children.
Avoid smoking, open flames, and/or sparks.
See the owner's manual.
Contains corrosive acid.
Risk of explosion
Recycle properly
NOTE
A used battery should be disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner. Con-sult your Volvo retailer or take the batteryto a recycling station.
Handling
•Check that the battery cables are cor- rectly connected and tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running (for example, whenreplacing the battery).
• If the battery is fully discharged a numberof times, this may shorten its service life.
• The service life of a battery is affected byfactors such as the number of starts, driv-ing conditions and climate. Extreme cold may also further decrease the battery’sstarting 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.
• Never use a quick charger to charge thebattery. Only traditional types of batterychargers should be used.
CAUTION
The infotainment system's energy-saving feature may not function correctly or at all,and/or a message may be displayed if abattery charger or jumper cables are notconnected properly.
• The negative terminal on the battery must
never be used to connect a
jumper cable or a battery charger.Only the ground point on the chassismay be used.
See page 127 for an illustration and addi- tional information.
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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.
Replacing
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403
emergency brake assistance.............. 144
fluid..................................................... 394
general information............................. 143
Bulbs cargo area lighting.............................. 360
headlights........................... 356, 357, 358
introduction......................................... 356
license plate lights.............................. 360
specifications...................................... 361
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 202
Capacity weight....................................... 325Cargo areachanging bulbs................................... 360
steel grid............................................. 304
Cargo area cover..................................... 304
Cargo area net......................................... 305
Catalytic converter................................... 299
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 276
Cell phone voice control.......................... 285
Central locking system, introduction......... 58
Chains...................................................... 328 Check Engine warning light....................... 84Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 40
Child restraint systems.............................. 41 booster cushions.................................. 48
convertible seats.................................. 45
infant seats........................................... 43
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 49
top tether anchors................................ 51
Child safety................................................ 38 booster cushions.................................. 48
child restraint systems.......................... 41
convertible seats.................................. 45
infant seats........................................... 43
Child safety locks...................................... 55
City safety................................................ 173
Climate system........................................ 231 air distribution............................. 226, 233
air vents.............................................. 227
Interior Air Quality System.................. 226
introduction......................................... 225
passenger compartment filter............ 225
refrigerant........................................... 225
Clock, setting............................................. 88
Cold weather driving................................ 294
Collision warning system................. 179, 180 Compass in rearview mirror..................... 117
Conserving electrical current................... 294
Controls, center console.......................... 249
Convertible seats....................................... 45
Coolant............................................ 354, 394
Cooling system, general information....... 293
Corner traction control............................. 152
Courtesy lighting...................................... 107
Crash event data......................................... 9
Crash mode............................................... 36
Cruise control.................................. 157, 158
adaptive.............................................. 159
Curb weight............................................. 325
Current, conserving................................. 294
Cyclist detection...................................... 179
D
Daytime running lights............................. 101
Defroster.................................................. 231
Detachable key blade.......................... 64, 67Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 27, 28
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Distance Alert.......................................... 170Dome lighting........................................... 107
Door mirrors............................................. 114
Driver alert............................................... 189 Lane Departure Warning..................... 191
Lane Keeping Aid............................... 194
Driver distraction warning.......................... 13
Driving economically................................ 292
Driving in cold weather............................ 294
Driving through water.............................. 293
E
ECC................................................. 230, 232
Eco (driving function)............................... 136
Eco coast................................................. 136
Eco guide................................................. 134
Economical driving.................................. 292
Electrically heated steering wheel........... 100
Electric parking brake.............................. 146
Electronic Climate Control....... 228, 230, 232 air distribution table............................ 233
Interior Air Quality System.................. 232 Emergency locking retractor...................... 39
Emergency starting.................................. 127
Emergency towing................................... 310
Emission inspection readiness................ 348Engine
overheating........................................... 86
specifications...................................... 392
Start/Stop........................................... 139
starting................................................ 124
switching off....................................... 127
Engine compartment overview................ 350
Engine Drag Control (EDC)...................... 152
Engine oil................................................. 393 checking............................................. 352
low pressure warning light.................... 85
volumes.............................................. 394
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 126
Environment............................................... 12
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 301
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 346 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 330
Floor mats cleaning.............................................. 383
placing correctly................................. 124
Fluid specifications.................................. 394
Fog lights................................................... 85 rear...................................................... 105
Four C (active chassis system)................ 241
Front airbags.............................................. 23 disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 27, 28
Front park assist.............................. 198, 200
Front seats........................................... 92, 94
Fuel filler cap........................................... 299
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 298
Fuel level warning light.............................. 85
Fuel requirements............................ 296, 297
Fuel tank volume..................................... 394
Fuses............................... 369, 370, 374, 377
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O
Occupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor...................... 27, 28
Octane recommendations....................... 297
Odometer, trip........................................... 88Oilchecking............................................. 352
volumes.............................................. 394
Oil quality................................................. 393
OK button................................................ 217
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 400
Outside temperature sensor...................... 87
Overhead courtesy lighting...................... 107
Overheating, engine................................... 86
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 300
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 383
Park assist....................................... 198, 200
Park Assist Camera................................. 202
Park Assist Pilot....................................... 206 Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 146
warning light......................................... 85
Parking lights........................................... 105
Pedestrian detection................................ 179Personal Car Communicator, unique
functions.................................................... 63
Polishing.................................................. 381Power front seat memory function................................... 93
with keyless drive................................. 94
Power meter............................................ 134
Power mirrors.......................................... 114 defroster............................................. 115
Power moonroof...................................... 119Power steering adjustable........................................... 241
fluid..................................................... 355
Power steering fluid................................. 394
Power windows....................................... 112
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 21
Private locking........................................... 67
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING.. 127, 367, 395
R
Radio SiriusXM ™ satellite radio.................... 261
Radio functions........................................ 257 HD digital radio................................... 259
Rain sensor.............................................. 109
Rear fog lights.......................................... 105
Rear park assist............................... 198, 200
Rear seat head restraints........................... 96Rear seats center head restraint............................. 95
folding................................................... 95
heated................................................. 229
Rearview mirror auto-dim function............................... 115
compass............................................. 117
Rear window defroster............................ 115
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 40
Refrigerant............................................... 394
Refueling.......................................... 296, 297 fuel filler cap....................................... 299
fuel filler door...................................... 298
fuel tank volume................................. 394
Registering child restraints........................ 40