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Introduction
Periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle running well. The maintenance serv-ices contain several checks that require spe-cial instruments and tools and therefore mustbe performed by a qualified technician. Tokeep your Volvo in top condition, specifytime-tested and proven Genuine Volvo Partsand Accessories.
The Federal Clean Air Act – U.S.The Federal Clean Air Act requires vehiclemanufacturers to furnish written instructionsto the ultimate purchaser to assure the properservicing and function of the components thatcontrol emissions. These services, which arelisted in the "Warranty and Service RecordsInformation" booklet, are not covered by thewarranty. You will be required to pay for laborand material used.
MaintenanceYour Volvo passed several major inspectionsbefore it was delivered to you, in accordancewith Volvo specifications. The maintenanceprocedures outlined in the Warranty andService Records Information booklet, many ofwhich will positively affect your vehicle'semissions, should be performed as indicated.It is recommended that receipts for vehicleemission maintenance be retained in casequestions arise concerning maintenance.Inspection and maintenance should also beperformed anytime a malfunction is observedor suspected.
Applicable warranties – U.S./CanadaIn accordance with applicable U.S. andCanadian regulations, the following list ofwarranties is provided.
• New Vehicle Limited Warranty
• Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
• Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty
• Seat Belt and Supplemental Restraint Systems Limited Warranty
• Emission Design and Defect Warranty
• Emission Performance Warranty
These are the federal warranties; other war- ranties are provided as required by state/provincial law. Refer to your separate War-ranty and Service Records Information book-let for detailed information concerning eachof the warranties.
Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
NOTE
• Refer to your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for acomprehensive service and mainte-nance schedule up to 150,000 miles(240,000 km). This program containsinspections and services necessary forthe proper function of your vehicle andincludes components that affect vehi-cle emissions.
• The Warranty and Service RecordsInformation booklet also containsdetailed information concerning thewarranties that apply to your vehicle.

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If there are stains on the steering wheel: Type 1
(ink, wine, coffee, milk, sweat or
blood)
–Use a soft cloth or sponge. Wipe the wheel with a solution with 5% ammonia.For blood stains, mix approx. 1 cup (2 dl)of water and one ounce (25g) of salt andwipe the stain.
Type 2 (fat, oil, sauces, or chocolate)
1. Same procedure as for type I stains.
2. Finish by rubbing the wheel with absorb- ent paper or a towel.
Type 3 (dry soil or dust)
1. Remove the soil/dust with a soft brush.
2. Same procedure as for type I stains.
CAUTION
Sharp objects, such as rings, could dam- age the leather on the steering wheel.
Cleaning the seat beltsClean only with lukewarm water and a mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor matsThe floor mats should be vacuumed orbrushed clean regularly, especially duringwinter when they should be taken out for dry- ing. Spots on textile mats can be removedwith a mild detergent. For best protection inwinter, Volvo recommends the use of Volvorubber floor mats. Consult your Volvo retailer.
Spots on interior plastic, metal, or wood surfaces
Cleaning interior plastic components should be done with a cleaning agent speciallydesigned for this purpose. Consult your Volvoretailer.
Touching up paintwork
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the fin-ish regularly, for instance washing the vehicle.Touch-up if necessary. Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for anyextensive damage. Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint.
Color code
Sample color code: US models
Sample color code: Canadian models
Make sure you have the right color. See page 388 for the location of this label (label number4 in the illustration).

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Overview of information and warning symbols
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Introduction
The symbols in the vehicle's various displays are divided into three main categories:
• Warning symbols
• Indicator symbols
• Information symbols
The following tables list the most commonsymbols, their meaning and the pages in thismanual that provide more detailed informa-tion.
NOTE
Not all of the symbols shown in the follow- ing tables are available in all models or onall markets. Local variations may occur.
Warning symbol
: The red warning symbol illuminates to
indicate a problem related to safety and/or drivability. A message will also appear in themain instruments panel's display.
Information symbol
: The information symbol illuminates
and a text message is displayed to provide the driver with necessary information aboutone of the vehicle's systems.
Symbols in the main instrument panel
Warning symbols in the instrument
panel
SymbolDescriptionPg. no.
Low oil pressure86
Parking brake86
SRS airbags86
Seat belt reminder86
Generator not charging86
Fault in the brake system86
Warning symbol87
Indicator symbols in the instrument panel
SymbolDescriptionPg. no.
Fault in the Active Bend- ing Light (ABL)*system84
Malfunction indicator light84
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)85
Rear fog lights on85
Stability system (DSTC), Hill Descent Control,Trailer Stability Assist*85
Tire pressure monitoring sensor (TPMS)85
Low fuel level85
Information symbol, see text in information dis-play85
High beam indicator82

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SymbolDescriptionPg. no.
Bluetooth-connected cell phone277
Bluetooth TM
hands-free277
HD radio259
Park Assist*198
Information symbols in the ceiling console
SymbolDescriptionPg. no.
Seat belt reminder20
Occupant Weight Sensor27

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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
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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
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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

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Remote controlprivate locking...................................... 67
Remote key................................................ 58 approach lighting.................................. 61
immobilizer........................................... 60
key blade.................................. 58, 64, 67
locking the vehicle................................ 61
Personal Car Communicator.......... 61, 63
replacing the battery............................. 65
unlocking the vehicle............................ 61
Remote key/PCC common functions................................ 61
Reporting safety defects............................ 17
Roadside Assistance............................... 400
Road sign information (RSI)..................... 155
Roof loads............................................... 302
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Safety, occupant........................................ 16
Safety defects, reporting........................... 17Seat belt reminder................................................ 20 Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emer-
gency locking retractor......................... 39
buckling................................................ 18
maintenance......................................... 19
pretensioners........................................ 18
reminder................................................ 19
reminder warning light.......................... 86
securing child restraint systems 43,45, 48
unbuckling............................................ 19
use during pregnancy........................... 21
using..................................................... 18
Seats, front.......................................... 92, 93
Sensus..................................................... 216
Shiftlock....................................................... 9 override............................................... 132
Side door mirrors..................................... 114
Side impact airbags................................... 31
Sign information (RSI).............................. 155SiriusXM ™ satellite radio......................... 261
Snow chains............................................ 328
Snow tires................................................ 328
Spare tire................................................. 329
Spin control............................................. 152 SRS............................................................ 22
Stability system............................... 152, 153
Corner Traction Control (CTC)............ 152
Engine Drag Control (EDC)................. 152
indicator light........................................ 85
Start/Stop (engine function)..................... 139
Starting the engine.................................. 124 remote start........................................ 126
with keyless drive............................... 124
Starting the vehicle after a crash (crash mode).................... 36
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)........................ 60
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 304Steering wheel adjusting............................................... 99
heated................................................. 100
horn....................................................... 99
keypad.................................. 99, 219, 249
Steering wheel paddles............................. 99
Stone chips, touching up......................... 383
Storage spaces........................................ 242
Studded tires........................................... 328
Sunroof (moonroof).................................. 119
Sun shade................................................ 112