2015 VOLVO V60 catalytic converter

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Fuel requirements
Deposit control gasoline (detergentadditives)
Volvo recommends the use of detergent gas- oline to control engine deposits. Detergentgasoline is effective in keeping injectors andintake valves clean. Consistent use of depositcontrol gasolines will help ensure good driva-bility and fuel economy. If you are not surewhether the gasoline contains deposit controladditives, check with the service station oper-ator.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of external fuel injector cleaning systems.
Unleaded fuelEach Volvo has a three-way catalytic con- verter and must use only unleaded gasoline.U.S. and Canadian regulations require thatpumps delivering unleaded gasoline belabeled "UNLEADED". Only these pumpshave nozzles which fit your vehicle's fillerinlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuelinto a vehicle labeled "unleaded gasolineonly". Leaded gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxy-gen sensor system. Repeated use of leaded gasoline will lessen the effectiveness of theemission control system and could result inloss of emission warranty coverage. Stateand local vehicle inspection programs willmake detection of misfueling easier, possiblyresulting in emission test failure for misfueledvehicles.
NOTE
Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines con- tain an octane enhancing additive calledmethyl-cyclopentadienyl manganese tri-carbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used,your Emission Control System perform-ance may be affected, and the CheckEngine Light (malfunction indicator light)located on your instrument panel maylight. If this occurs, please return yourvehicle to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician for service.
Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers, "Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols orethers. In some areas, state or local lawsrequire that the service pump be marked indi- cating use of alcohols or ethers. However,there are areas in which the pumps areunmarked. If you are not sure whether there isalcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy,check with the service station operator. Tomeet seasonal air quality standards, someareas require the use of "oxygenated" fuel. Volvo allows the use of the following "oxy- genated" fuels; however, the octane ratingslisted on page 297 must still be met.
Alcohol – EthanolFuels containing up to 10% ethanol by vol- ume may be used. Ethanol may also be refer-red to as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol". Ethers – MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.
MethanolDo not use gasolines containing methanol(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practicecan result in vehicle performance deteriora-tion and can damage critical parts in the fuelsystem. Such damage may not be coveredunder the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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Manually opening the fuel filler door
If necessary, the fuel filler door can be opened manually:
1. Open the side hatch in the cargo area (onthe same side as the fuel filler door).
2. Open a perforated section of the insula- tion and grasp the handle on the green cord.
3. Gently pull the cord straight rearward until the fuel filler door clicks open.
Opening/closing the fuel cap
Fuel vapor expands in hot weather. Open the filler cap slowly. After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
•Do not refuel with the engine running 3
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Turn the ignition off or to position I. If
the ignition is on, an incorrect reading could occur in the fuel gauge.
• Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do notpress the handle on the filler nozzlemore than one extra time. Too muchfuel in the tank in hot weather condi-tions can cause the fuel to overflow.Overfilling could also cause damage tothe emission control systems.
Emission controls
Three-way catalytic converter
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Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involvingthe electrical, fuel or distributor ignitionsystems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Donot continue to operate your vehicle ifyou detect engine misfire, noticeable lossof power or other unusual operating con-ditions, such as engine overheating orbackfiring. A properly tuned engine will
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If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.

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help avoid malfunctions that could dam- age the three-way catalytic converter.
• Do not park your vehicle over combusti-ble materials, such as grass or leaves,which can come into contact with the hotexhaust system and cause such materialsto ignite under certain wind and weatherconditions.
• Excessive starter cranking (in excess ofone minute), or an intermittently firing orflooded engine can cause three-way cat-alytic converter or exhaust system over-heating.
• Remember that tampering or unauthor-ized modifications to the engine, theEngine Control Module, or the vehiclemay be illegal and can cause three-waycatalytic converter or exhaust systemoverheating. This includes: altering fuelinjection settings or components, alteringemission system components or locationor removing components, and/or repea-ted use of leaded fuel.
NOTE
Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with three-way catalytic converters.
Heated oxygen sensorsThe heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxy- gen content of the exhaust gases. Readings are fed into a control module that continu-ously monitors engine functions and controlsfuel injection. The ratio of fuel to air into theengine is continuously adjusted for efficientcombustion to help reduce harmful emis-sions.

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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
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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
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Daytime running lights............................. 101
Defroster.................................................. 231
Detachable key blade.......................... 64, 67Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 27, 28

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Supplemental restraint system.................. 22
warning light......................................... 86
Symbols, overview................................... 397
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Tailgate driving with it open............................. 292
locking/unlocking.................................. 73
opening manually................................. 74
wiper/washer...................................... 110
Tailgate wipers......................................... 363 Temperature sensor ambient................................................. 87
Temporary spare tire............................... 329
Three-way catalytic converter................. 299
Tire designations..................................... 322
Tire inflation pressure.............................. 320
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.... 340, 341 indicator light........................................ 85
Tires......................................................... 314 age...................................................... 314
changing from summer to winter........ 315
glossary of terms................................ 324
improving economy............................ 315 inflation pressure................................ 317
inflation pressure table....................... 320
load ratings......................................... 319
rotation............................................... 314
Self-supporting run flat tires (SST)..... 342
snow................................................... 328
spare................................................... 329
specifications...................................... 318
speed ratings...................................... 318
storing................................................. 316
studded............................................... 328
tire pressure monitoring system......... 340
tire sealing system.............................. 330
tread wear indicator............................ 315
uniform tire quality grading................. 327
Tire sealing system.................................. 330 Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 51
Touching up paint.................................... 383
Towing a trailer................................ 307, 308 trailer hitch.......................................... 308
Towing the vehicle................................... 310
Traction control........................................ 152
Trailer towing................................... 307, 308 trailer hitch.......................................... 308 Transmission
general description..................... 129, 130
Hill Start Assist................................... 129
oil........................................................ 394
shiftlock override................................ 132
Tread wear indicator................................ 315
Trip computer.......................................... 234
Trip odometers.......................................... 88
Trips, long distance................................. 294
Tunnel detection...................................... 104
Turn signals............................................. 106 changing bulbs................................... 359
indicator lights...................................... 85
Two-stage booster cushion....................... 52
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading................... 327
Unlocking the tailgate................................ 73
Unlocking the vehicle.......................... 61, 71
Upholstery care....................................... 381