2015 VOLVO XC70 light

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change in your car's behavior. Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel econ-omy, emission controls, and drivability.Extended driving without correcting the causecould even damage other components inyour vehicle. This light may illuminate if the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine was runningwhile the vehicle was refueled.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
If the warning light comes on, there may be a malfunction in the ABS system (the standardbraking system will still function). Check thesystem by:
1. Stopping in a safe place and switching off
the ignition.
2. Restart the engine.
3. If the warning light goes off, no further action is required.
If the indicator light remains on, the vehicle should be driven to a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician for inspection, seepage 141 for additional information.
Rear fog lights
This symbol indicates that the rear fog lights are on.
Stability system
This indicator symbol flashes when the DSTC (Dynamic Stability and Traction Control sys-tem) is actively working to stabilize the vehi-cle, see page 152 for more detailed informa-tion.
Sport mode
This symbol illuminates to indicate that the stability system's Sport mode has been acti-
vated to help provide maximum tractive force,for example when driving with snow chains,or driving in deep snow or loose sand.
Low fuel level
When this light comes on, the vehicle should be refueled as soon as possible. See page288 for information about fuel and refueling.
Information symbol
The information symbol lights up and a text message is displayed to provide the driverwith necessary information about one of thevehicle's systems. The message can beerased and the symbol can be turned off bypressing the OK button (see page 207 for
information) or this will take place automati-cally after a short time (the length of time var-ies, depending on the function affected). The information symbol may also illuminate together with other symbols.
High beam indicator
This symbol illuminates when the high beam headlights are on, or if the high beam flashfunction is used.
Left turn signal indicator
Right turn signal indicator
NOTE
• Both turn signal indicators will flash when the hazard warning flashers areused.
• If either of these indicators flash fasterthan normal, the direction indicatorsare not functioning properly.
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)*
This symbol illuminates to indicate that tire pressure in one or more tires is low, seepage 334 for detailed information.
Warning symbols
SymbolDescription
Low oil pressure
Parking brake applied

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SymbolDescription
SRS airbags
Seat belt reminder
Generator not charging
Fault in the brake system
Warning symbol, read the text displayed in the instrumentpanel
Low oil pressure
If the light comes on while driving, stop the vehicle, stop the engine immediately, andcheck the engine oil level. Add oil if neces-sary. If the oil level is normal and the lightstays on after restart, have the vehicle towedto the nearest trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.
Parking brake applied
This symbol flashes while the brake is being applied and then glows steadily when theparking brake has been set. See page 144 for more information about using the parking brake.
Airbags – SRS
If this light comes on while the vehicle is being driven, or remains on for longer thanapproximately 10 seconds after the vehiclehas been started, the SRS system's diagnos-tic functions have detected a fault in a seatbelt lock or pretensioner, a front airbag, sideimpact airbag, and/or an inflatable curtain.Have the system(s) inspected by a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician assoon as possible. See page 21 for more information about the airbag system.
Seat belt reminder
This symbol comes on for approximately 6 seconds if the driver has not fastened his orher seat belt.
Generator not charging
This symbol comes on during driving if a fault has occurred in the electrical system. Contactan authorized Volvo workshop.
Engine temperatureEngine overheating can result from low oil or coolant levels, towing or hard driving at highheat and altitude, or mechanical malfunction.Engine overheating will be signaled with textand a red warning triangle in the middle of theinstrument display. The exact text will dependon the degree of overheating. It may rangefrom
High engine temp Reduce speed toHigh engine temp Stop engine. If appropri-
ate, other messages, such as Coolant level
low, Stop safely will also be displayed. If
your engine does overheat so that you must stop the engine, always allow the engine tocool before attempting to check oil and cool-ant levels. See page 348 for more information.
Fault in brake system
If this symbol lights, the brake fluid level may be too low. Stop the vehicle in a safe placeand check the level in the brake fluid reser-voir, see page 348. If the level in the reservoiris below MIN, the vehicle should be transpor-
ted to an authorized Volvo workshop to havethe brake system checked. If the
and symbols come on
at the same time, there may be a fault in the brake force distribution system.
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
• If both symbols extinguish, continue driv- ing.
• If the symbols remain on, check the levelin the brake fluid reservoir, see page 348.If the brake fluid level is normal but the

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symbols are still lit, the vehicle can be driven, with great care, to an authorizedVolvo workshop to have the brake systemchecked.
• If the level in the reservoir is below
MIN,
the vehicle should be transported to anauthorized Volvo workshop to have thebrake system checked.
WARNING
• If the fluid level is below the
MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a warning mes- sage is displayed in the text window:DO NOT DRIVE . Have the vehicle
towed to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician and have the brakesystem inspected.
• If the
and symbols
are on at the same time, there is a risk of reduced vehicle stability.
Warning symbol
The red warning symbol lights up to indicate a problem related to safety and/or drivability.A message will also appear in the instrumentpanel. The symbol remains visible until thefault has been rectified but the text messagecan be cleared with the OK button, see page 207. The warning symbol can alsocome on in conjunction with other symbols. Action:
1. Stop in a safe place. Do not drive the
vehicle further.
2. Read the information on the information display. Implement the action in accord- ance with the message in the display.Clear the message using OK.
Reminder – doors not closedIf one of the doors is not closed properly, the
information or warning symbol illuminates
(depending on the vehicle's speed), a graphic will be displayed in instrument panel and an explanatory text message 2
will also be dis-
played in the instrument panel. Stop the vehi- cle in a safe place as soon as possible andclose the door.
If the vehicle is driven at a speedlower than approximately 5 mph(7 km/h), the information symbol illu-
minates.
If the vehicle is driven at a speed higher than approximately 5 mph(7 km/h), the warning symbol illumi-
nates.
If the hood is not closed properly, the warn-
ing symbol illuminates, a graphic will be dis-
played in instrument panel and an explana- tory text message 2
will also be displayed in
the instrument panel. Stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible and close thehood. If the tailgate is not closed properly, the
information symbol illuminates and a graphic
will be displayed in instrument panel. Stop the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possi-ble and close the tailgate.
Ambient temperature sensor
Location of the ambient temperature sensor, A: digital instrument panel*, B: analog instrumentpanel
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NOTE
When the ambient temperature is between 23° and 36 °F (–5° and +2 °C), a snowflakesymbol will be displayed next to the tem-perature. This symbol serves as a warningfor possible slippery road surfaces. Pleasenote that this symbol does not indicate a
fault with your vehicle. At low speeds or when the vehicle is not moving, the temperature readings may beslightly higher than the actual ambienttemperature.
Trip odometers
Trip odometer 3
Odometer display
The trip odometers
T1 and T2 are used to
measure short distances. The distance is shown in the display. Turn the thumb wheel on the left steering wheel lever to display the desired trip odome-ter. Press and hold the RESET button on the left
steering wheel lever for at least 1 second to reset the selected trip odometer 4
.
Clock
Clock, digital instrument panel*
Display 5
Setting the clockThe clock can be set in the
MY CAR menu
system. See page 209 for additional informa- tion about these menus.
1. Go to SettingsSystem optionsTime.
2. The hour box will be selected. Press OK
to activate this box.
3. Turn TUNE to set the correct hour and
press OK to confirm the setting and
deactivate this box.
4. Turn TUNE to select the minute box (A)
and press OK to activate this box (B).
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The trip odometer will be displayed differently in analog and digital instrument panels
4 Models with a digital information panel: press and hold RESET for more than approximately 4 seconds to reset all trip computer information
5 Models with an analog instrument panel: the time will be displayed in the center of the instrument panel

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Ignition modes
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88* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Inserting and removing the remote key
Ignition slot with remote key and START/STOP
ENGINE button.
Inserting the remote key 1Holding the end of the remote key with the base of the key blade, insert the remote keyinto the ignition slot as shown in the illustra-tion and press it in as far as possible.
CAUTION
Foreign objects in the ignition slot can impair function or cause damage.
Removing the remote keyThe remote key can be removed from the ignition slot by pulling it out.
Functions
The remote key has 3 modes:
0, I, and II that
can be used without starting the engine. The following table shows examples of whichfunctions are available in the respectivemodes.
NOTE
To access ignition modes I or II without
starting the engine, the brake pedal must not be depressed.
ModeFunction
0The odometer, clock and tem- perature gauge are illuminated.Power seats* can be adjustedand the infotainment system canbe used for a limited time (to min-imize battery drain seepage 240).
IThe Moonroof*, power windows, 12-volt sockets in the passengercompartment, navigation sys-tem*, climate system blower,windshield wipers can be used.
IIThe headlights/taillights illumi- nate. Warning/indicator lights illu-minate for 5 seconds. Other sys-tems are activated. However, theheated seats* and heated rearwindow function can only be acti-vated when the engine is running. Mode II should only be used for very short periods to help avoiddraining the battery.
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Adjusting
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Adjusting the steering wheel
Lever for releasing/locking the steering wheel
Possible positions
The steering wheel can be adjusted for both height and reach:
1. Pull the lever toward you to release the steering wheel.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the position that suits you.
3. Push back the lever to lock the steering wheel in place. If the lever is difficult to push into place, press the steering wheellightly at the same time as you push thelever.
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while driv- ing.
With the optional speed-dependent power steering the level of steering force can beadjusted, see page 232.
Keypads and steering wheel paddles*
Steering wheel keypads and paddles*
Cruise control, see page 156. Adaptive cruise control*, see page 158.
Paddles for manually shifting gears (Gear- tronic), see page 129.
Infotainment system controls, see page 241.
Horn
Horn
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Electrically heated* steering wheel
Button for steering wheel heating
With the engine running, press this button once to begin warming the steering wheel(press again to switch off). The indicator lightin the button will illuminate when the functionis active. This function can also be started automati- cally (the setting can be activated/deactivatedin the MY CAR menu) if the vehicle is cold
and the ambient temperature is belowapproximately 50° F (10° C).

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Lighting panel
Lighting panel overview
Thumb wheel for adjusting display, instru- ment and "theater" lighting (seepage 102)
Rear fog lights (see page 103)
Headlight switch
Volvo recommends using the
posi-
tion whenever possible.
Headlight switch positions
Daytime running lights function as follows: With the headlight switch in the
position:
• In the
US: the daytime running lights will
be off
• In
Canada : the daytime running lights will
be on
With the headlight switch in the
1
position and the ignition in mode II or if the engine is running (see page 89)
• In the
US: the daytime running lights will
be off
• In
Canada : the daytime running lights will
be on
With the headlight switch in the
position: • The daytime running lights will be
on (the
low beam headlights will automatically switch on in dark conditions)
US models only : The daytime running lights
in
mode can be switched on or off in the
MY CAR menu system under
Settings
Car settingsLight settingsDaytime
running lights.
NOTE
The use of daytime running lights is rec- ommended in the United States and ismandatory in Canada .
With the headlight switch in the position:
• The daytime running lights will be
off and
the low beam headlights will be on
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The parking lights will be on in this position, even if the ignition is switched off.